AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Clara Cohen
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  • Alternative Health
  • Updated Weekly

Welcome to AcuPro, a show dedicated to making Chinese medicine & acupuncture easy to grasp and fun to learn. Hi, I’m your host, Clara Cohen. I support practitioners & students like you in changing the world one patient at a time. My goal is to share my passion for TCM and empower YOU to achieve superior patient care. I love to showcase the amazing benefits of Acupuncture, because after all, Chinese medicine ROCKS!I created FREE Chinese medicine treatment protocols, Acupuncture case studies, free online TCM courses, and over 500 educational videos on my website resource page. You can access it all at AcuProAcademy.com This podcast is an extension of all my other content creation! You'll listen to amazing Chinese medicine guests (and beyond!) through fun and educational interviews. And you'll listen to my solo episodes where I share my 20+ years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist and 15 years of teaching future practitioners!➡️ Follow the show and leave a rating or a review, so other people can discover this podcast as well. Connect with me! I also create daily content on all my social media at @AcuProAcademy 

  1. 1d ago

    #129 - The Key to a Thriving Acupuncture Practice with Lisa Hanfileti

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What happens when life forces you to rethink how you run your acupuncture practice? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Hanfileti, founder of the Acupuncture Business Academy, to talk about building a more resilient business.  From unexpected financial stress and caregiving challenges to learning marketing from scratch, Lisa shares how creating an online presence transformed her practice and why so many acupuncturists struggle simply because business was never taught in school. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why relying only on in-person treatments can leave practitioners financially vulnerable • The difference between a simple website vs a true online platform • Essential website and marketing skills every acupuncturist should learn • How lead magnets, funnels, and email lists can help create multiple income streams and attract ideal patients If you want to build a more sustainable, flexible, and profitable acupuncture practice without burning out, this episode is packed with practical business wisdom. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: You Asked, I Answered: Real Questions from TCM Rock StarsMarketing Your Acupuncture Practice with Michelle GrasekHow to Attract NEW Patients Through Social Media with Molly Cahill➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    57 min

  2. Jun 17

    #128 - Heart Health in TCM: Nutritional Strategies to Balance Body & Mind

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Happy Summer, rock stars! ☀️ Summer belongs to the Heart in Chinese medicine, and supporting the Heart goes far beyond emotions alone. For this episode, I found it fitting to talk about TCM nutrition for common Heart patterns, sharing practical food recommendations to help nourish the Shen, regulate emotions, and better support your patients. Through personal stories, clinical insights, and easy-to-apply nutrition principles, you’ll learn how food therapy can become a powerful extension of your treatments. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The Heart’s connection to Summer, Yang energy, joy, and the Shen in TCM • Simple nutrition strategies for Heart Yin, Qi, and Blood Deficiency, plus Heart Fire patterns • Which foods help calm the mind, nourish blood, tonify qi, and clear heat/phlegm • Core TCM nutrition principles like eating seasonally, locally, and mindfully If you want practical food therapy tools to better support emotional health, sleep, energy, and Heart-related patterns, this episode is packed with clinical pearls you can use right away. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Differentiating TCM Heart Symptoms for Proper DiagnosisThe BEST Acupuncture Points for Sadness, Grief & a Broken HeartHow to Use Acupuncture & TCM for Insomnia➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    28 min

  3. Jun 10

    #127 - Bridging Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with Modern Healthcare with Dr. Haley Parker

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What does it really mean to practice integrative medicine as an acupuncturist today? In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Haley Parker from the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine to explore how TCM practitioners can better communicate, collaborate, and thrive within modern healthcare systems. From oncology support to externships and advocacy, this conversation is packed with insight for both students and seasoned practitioners. In this episode, you’ll learn: • What integrative healthcare truly means, and how acupuncture fits into collaborative care • How to better communicate TCM concepts to patients, doctors, and insurance providers • Key considerations when supporting oncology patients, including dosing, safety, and treatment timing • Why externships, advocacy, teaching, and business skills are essential for the future of TCM If you want to become a more confident, adaptable, and impactful practitioner in today’s healthcare world, this episode is full of practical wisdom and inspiration 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Being a Modern Acupuncturist in a Modern World: Key Points on How to Thrive Long-Term with Dr. Lixing LaoHow to Communicate with MDs to Get Referrals with Dr. Elie ColeBridging the Gap Between TCM and Western Medicine with Dr. Alex Dragan➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    54 min

  4. Jun 3

    #126 - The Zen Needle: Acupuncture for Mental Health

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What if you could understand AND explain mental health in TCM with more clarity and confidence than ever before to your patients? In this episode, you go through a deep, conversational exploration of acupuncture points for mental health, bridging Chinese medicine theory with real-life application. From the mind–body connection to how acupuncture shifts the nervous system, this episode will help you connect the dots between emotions, organs, and point selection. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How acupuncture supports mental health through the nervous system and TCM organ-emotion relationships • Key points for anxiety, insomnia, depression, and overthinking (like SP6, HT7, PC6, Yin Tang, LV3) • Powerful combinations like the “Buddha's Triangle” (LU9, HT7, PC6) for emotional balance • Practical ways to communicate TCM concepts clearly to patients and apply them in clinic If you want to feel more confident treating mental health and explaining your point choices, this episode will give you both clarity and clinical insight. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Top 15 Acupuncture Points to Calm the MindThe BEST Acupuncture Points for Fear, Phobia, Anxiety and ShockThe Zang-Fu Organ Theory in Chinese Medicine➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    30 min

  5. May 27

    #125 - Aging Well with Cosmetic Acupuncture, Microneedling & Chinese Medicine with Stefanie Makagon

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Glowing skin starts from within, but how do you combine internal balance with external results? In this episode, I am sitting down with skin expert and acupuncturist Stefanie Makagon to explore the world of cosmetic acupuncture and integrative skincare. From Microneedling and LED therapy to Gua Sha and Buccal massage, Stefanie shares how to create real, lasting results by treating both the body and the face. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The difference between Cosmetic acupuncture vs Microneedling, and when to combine them  • How tools like LED light, Gua Sha, and Buccal massage enhance results • Why treating the root with TCM Diagnosis is essential before focusing on the face • Simple, effective skincare: barrier repair, minimal products, and treating acne holistically If you want to elevate your cosmetic treatments or better support patients struggling with skin issues, this episode blends TCM wisdom with modern skincare strategies. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Facial Cupping is the New Anti-Aging Device with Sakina Di PaceThis SKIN Expert Uses Science to Show the Benefits of Acupuncture with Marie ReynoldsGiving your Patients a Natural Option to Botox with Cosmetic Acupuncture with Dr. Rebecca Stephens➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    50 min

  6. May 20

    #124 - How to Use the 44 Acupuncture Points of the Gallbladder Meridian

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. The Gallbladder channel is one of the most clinically powerful (and often underutilized) channels in Chinese medicine. In this episode, I am breaking down the Gallbladder meridian and its 44 acupuncture points, exploring its role in decision-making, courage, musculoskeletal health, and Shaoyang dynamics. From its zigzagging pathway across the body to its deep connection with the Liver, this is your go-to clinical guide to mastering the GB channel. In this episode, you’ll learn:  • The key functions of the Gallbladder in TCM (qi movement, tendons/ligaments, bile, and emotional balance)  • The full channel pathway, including branches to the ear, Dai Mai, and Liver connection via GB41  • Must-know clinical points like GB34, GB37, GB40–41, and GB44 for pain, headaches, hormones, and more  • How to treat common conditions like migraines, Bell’s palsy, TMJ, insomnia, hypertension, and when to use caution (e.g. GB21 in pregnancy) If you want to sharpen your channel theory and elevate your point selection, this episode will make the Gallbladder meridian clinically clear and immediately usable. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: How to Use the 11 Acupoints of the Lung MeridianHow to Use the 27 Acupoints of the Kidney MeridianThe LUO Connecting Points in Acupuncture➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    52 min

  7. May 13

    #123 - The Future of Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What if AI could help you reach more patients, without replacing the heart of Chinese medicine? In this episode, I sit down with former fertility acupuncturist Kirsten Karchmer, founder of the Conceivable app, to explore how technology is expanding access to care. With over 20 years of experience and helping over 10,000 women in her clinical career, Kirsten is pioneering TCM Diagnosis into the digital world. We discuss how AI can support and will not ever replace practitioners, and how tools like Conceivable are making fertility care more accessible for patients who can’t afford regular treatment. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How Kirsten transitioned from clinic to tech, and why accessibility in fertility care matters • How the Conceivable app works, including AI diagnostics, tongue analysis, and personalized plans • The role of AI in supporting TCM diagnosis and patient care • Why practitioners should embrace both strong diagnostic skills and new technology If you’re curious about the future of TCM, fertility care, and how AI fits into your practice, this episode will expand your perspective. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Empowering Women’s Health: Fertility & TCM with Allison Locke Fertility Acupuncture with Mike Berkley Postpartum Healing with Chinese Medicine with Emily Montague ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

    44 min

  8. May 6

    #122 - How to Study for TCM Board Exams: Clara's Step-by-Step Strategy

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Preparing for acupuncture board exams can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be chaotic. In this episode, I walk you through a smarter, more strategic way to study, drawing on my own board exam experience and my experience teaching future acupuncturists since 2008.  A little while back, I taught a live 90-minute masterclass on exactly how to approach your TCM and acupuncture exams. Strategically, what to prioritize, how to structure your study session, and how to practice for the exam. Today I'm giving you a 20-minute snippet from that class, plus real examples of pattern differentiation and a full case study to help you think like a practitioner under pressure. In this episode, you’ll learn:  • How to structure your study sessions and prioritize what actually matters for exams • Key pattern differentiation strategies (tongue, pulse, and symptom analysis made clear) • Common diagnostic traps and how to think through questions under exam conditions  • A full Bi syndrome case study with step-by-step reasoning from intake to diagnosis If you want to feel more confident, focused, and prepared walking into your exams, this episode will give you a clear path forward. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Study Acupuncture with Richard LaiStudy Tips for Acupuncture Exams, TCM views on Fasting, Treating Pain + Skin DisordersBeing a Modern Acupuncturist in a Modern World: Key Points on How to Thrive Long-Term with Dr. Lixing Lao➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. 🩵 This episode is brought to you by Jane, the practice management software I use in my clinic. It’s been a total game-changer for keeping scheduling, charting, and everything running smoothly. Check it out here, and use my code ACUPRO1MO for a one-month grace period on your new account! 💜 And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

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Welcome to AcuPro, a show dedicated to making Chinese medicine & acupuncture easy to grasp and fun to learn. Hi, I’m your host, Clara Cohen. I support practitioners & students like you in changing the world one patient at a time. My goal is to share my passion for TCM and empower YOU to achieve superior patient care. I love to showcase the amazing benefits of Acupuncture, because after all, Chinese medicine ROCKS!I created FREE Chinese medicine treatment protocols, Acupuncture case studies, free online TCM courses, and over 500 educational videos on my website resource page. You can access it all at AcuProAcademy.com This podcast is an extension of all my other content creation! You'll listen to amazing Chinese medicine guests (and beyond!) through fun and educational interviews. And you'll listen to my solo episodes where I share my 20+ years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist and 15 years of teaching future practitioners!➡️ Follow the show and leave a rating or a review, so other people can discover this podcast as well. Connect with me! I also create daily content on all my social media at @AcuProAcademy 

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