AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Clara Cohen

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. 6d ago

    #143 - What is Bioresonance and Why Should Acupuncturists Care? with Grace Kalakay

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What if there’s another way to support patients who have been struggling with chronic symptoms, even when conventional testing doesn’t seem to show the full picture? In this episode, I’m joined by acupuncturist Grace Kalakay to explore bioresonance technology and how she has integrated it into her practice to support chronically ill patients. Grace shares what led her to bring this German technology into her clinic, her own fascinating experience with frequency-based testing, and how she uses Bioresonance to investigate potential stressors that may be contributing to complex health concerns. We talk about how Bioresonance works, what a scan can reveal, the difference between in-clinic and remote sessions, and some of the patterns Grace has observed in her patients. I also share my own experience receiving a Bioresonance report and what came up in my results. Here’s what you’ll learn: • Grace’s personal journey with Bioresonance and why she brought this technology into her acupuncture practice • How bioresonance scans and frequency-based therapies are used to explore potential stressors, including pathogens, heavy metals, chemicals, and parasites • The fascinating case studies and patterns Grace has observed in patients with complex chronic conditions • How Bioresonance can be used alongside acupuncture, nutrition, and other tools to support patients on their healing journey 🎧 Whether you’re an acupuncturist curious about expanding your clinical toolkit or simply interested in emerging approaches to complex chronic illness, this episode offers a fascinating look at how technology and Chinese medicine can work together. ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: The Link Between Chinese Medicine and Quantum Biology with Dr. Catherine ClintonBalancing Yin and Yang & Unlocking Feminine Energy with Dr. Irene Sanchez-CelisThe Power of Qi Gong with Britta Stalling (Podcast)➡️ 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!

  2. Sep 23

    #142 - The BEST Foods for the TCM Lung

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else! Happy Fall, TCM Rock Stars! 🍂 Have you ever wondered why Fall is the perfect season to nourish the Lungs in Chinese medicine? In this episode, I explore how nutrition can support Lung health during the fall season. I'll share practical food recommendations for the most common Lung patterns, along with simple ways to help your patients strengthen immunity, improve respiration, and stay healthy as the weather changes. In this episode, you’ll learn: • How to support the four most common Lung patterns with targeted TCM nutrition recommendations • Why Fall is Lung season, and how to align your diet and lifestyle with this transitional time of year • My favorite foods and meal ideas to strengthen Lung Qi, nourish Yin, clear Heat, and resolve Phlegm • A personal story about how my own life journey has shaped my Lung Qi, plus a free nutrition guide to support all five Zang organs Whether you're a practitioner looking to deepen your nutrition knowledge or simply want to strengthen your health this fall, this episode is packed with practical tips you can start using right away 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: The BEST Acupuncture Points for Sadness, Grief & a Broken HeartHow to Use the 11 Acupuncture Points of the Lung MeridianMy Go-To Acupuncture Points for Dampness & Phlegm🎁 Get your FREE TCM Nutrition Guide for year round organ balance and 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. And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media! And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

  3. Sep 16

    #141 - TCM Longevity Secrets with Dr. Mao Shing Ni

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. What do people who live to 100 have in common? According to Dr. Mao Shing Ni, the answer isn't found in a magic supplement: it's in simple daily habits. In this episode, I’m joined by a TCM Celebrity and one of the most respected voices in Chinese medicine: Dr. Mao Shing Ni! He is a 38th-generation Chinese medicine doctor, translator of the Yellow Emperor's Classic, (yes, the one you probably have on your bookshelf) and co-founder of Yo San University. Drawing on decades of research and interviews with centenarians, he shares timeless principles for living a longer, healthier life. In this episode, you’ll learn: • The common lifestyle habits shared by centenarians, including simple nutrition, daily movement, restorative sleep, and strong community connections • How modern challenges like stress, environmental toxins, mold, and climate changes may impact long-term health and resilience • Why prevention begins with mastering the basics—and how Tai Chi, Qigong, meditation, and consistent routines support healthy aging • Dr. Mao’s personal longevity routine and practical habits you can start incorporating into your own life today Whether you're a practitioner or simply looking to age with greater vitality, this episode is filled with timeless wisdom from one of Chinese medicine's leading experts 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Could Your Acupuncture Clinic Air Quality Affect You and Your Patients? with Shreya VohoraThe Power of Qi Gong with Britta StallingChinese Medicine Nutrition That Fits Real Life with Dr. Melissa Carr➡️ 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!

  4. Sep 9

    #140 - How to Treat Bi Syndrome in Chinese Medicine

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Do your patients have pain that changes with the weather, feels heavy and achy, or improves with heat? In Chinese medicine, these are classic signs of Bi Syndrome. In this episode, I break down the different Bi Syndrome patterns and share a practical framework for diagnosing and treating them. From arthritis and sciatica to fibromyalgia and old injuries, understanding the underlying pattern is the key to achieving better results. In this episode, you’ll learn: • What Bi Syndrome is, why it develops, and how wind, cold, damp, and heat pathogens create different types of pain • How to recognize the hallmark signs of each pattern, along with their tongue and pulse presentations • My favourite treatment approaches, including acupuncture points, moxa, cupping, herbal formulas, and dietary recommendations • A simple root–branch framework for treating both acute and chronic cases, including those complicated by blood stasis and underlying deficiency Whether you're preparing for exams or refining your clinical skills, this episode will help you confidently differentiate and treat one of the most common conditions seen in practice 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Why Am I Sick? Chinese Medicine Answers!How to Grasp the 6 Stages and 4 LevelsWhat Really Happens in a TCM Consultation (Live Case!)➡️ 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!

  5. Sep 2

    #139 - Why Understanding Western Medicine For Fertility Matters with Emily Marson

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Do you feel underprepared to treat fertility cases, or wonder whether niching down could transform your practice? In this episode, I’m joined by fertility acupuncturist Emily Marson, who shares why her practice's focus has always been exclusively on fertility and reproductive health. Together, we discuss the power of combining Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western reproductive medicine to better support patients through one of the most emotional journeys they can face. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why specializing in fertility and niching down can help you build expertise, confidence, and a thriving practice • How integrating Western reproductive medicine with TCM can optimize outcomes for complex fertility cases • Important considerations often missed in “unexplained infertility,” including uterine testing and male factor assessments • How acupuncture supports fertility for couples, single parents, and same-sex families, and why consistent care is so important throughout the journey Whether you're passionate about women's health or looking to deepen your fertility knowledge, this episode offers valuable insights for supporting patients with compassion and confidence 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Fertility Acupuncture with Mike BerkleyEmpowering Women’s Health: Fertility & TCM with Allison LockeThe Future of Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer➡️ 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!

  6. Aug 26

    #138 - Chinese Herbs Made Easy: The Beginner's Guide

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Chinese herbal medicine can feel overwhelming at first, but once you understand the fundamentals, it all starts to make sense. In this episode, I break down the basics of Chinese herbal medicine, from how herbs are classified to why correct diagnosis always comes before choosing a formula. Whether you're a student or a practitioner looking for a refresher, this episode will give you a practical foundation to build on. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Where Chinese herbs come from, how plant parts, processing, temperatures, and flavors influence their actions • Why herbs are prescribed in formulas, and how the chief–deputy–assistant–envoy system creates balanced treatments • Why an accurate TCM diagnosis is the key to choosing the right herbal formula—and why "natural" doesn't always mean safe • The different forms of herbal medicine, practical study tips, and the best way to start building confidence with formulas Whether you're new to Chinese herbs or looking to strengthen your clinical knowledge, this episode will help simplify one of the most powerful tools in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love:  9 Proven Steps for Effective TCM DiagnosisReading the Body’s Signals According to Chinese MedicineAdd the 5 Element Archetypes to your Chinese Medicine Diagnosis!➡️ 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!

  7. Aug 19

    #137 - Healing Trauma with TCM and the Emotional Freedom Technique with Antonija Barišić

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Can tapping on acupuncture points really help release trauma, fears, and limiting beliefs? In this episode, I’m joined by Antonija Barišić to explore EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) a fascinating blend of modern psychology and Traditional Chinese Medicine that uses acupressure to calm the nervous system and process unresolved emotions. Antonija shares her own transformation from fear and self-doubt to confidence and public speaking through the power of tapping. In this episode, you’ll learn: • What EFT tapping is and how it combines acupuncture points with psychology to support emotional healing • How unresolved experiences and subconscious beliefs can show up as physical symptoms and chronic stress • What a typical EFT session looks like, including setup phrases, intensity ratings, and following the body’s sensations • Simple tapping techniques you can use anywhere to help with anxiety, fears, emotional triggers, and nervous system regulation Whether you're an acupuncturist, a student, or simply curious about mind-body healing, this episode offers practical tools for supporting emotional wellness and releasing what no longer serves you. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Psycho-Emotional Pain using the 8 Extra Vessels with Dr. Yvonne FarrellSupporting Emotional Trauma Patients through TCM & AcupunctureThe BEST Acupuncture Points for Fear, Phobia, Anxiety and Shock➡️ 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!

  8. Aug 12

    #136 - The BEST Foods for the TCM Spleen

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Have you ever been told to eat more salads and smoothies for better health—only to feel colder, more bloated, and low on energy? I certainly did! In this episode, I share how one piece of advice from my TCM teacher completely changed the way I eat and transformed my digestion. We’ll explore how the Spleen functions in Chinese medicine and the best nutrition strategies to support its most common patterns. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why warm, cooked foods often support digestion better than raw salads and cold smoothies in TCM • The Spleen’s vital role in digestion, energy production, and mental clarity, plus my four guiding nutrition principles • Food recommendations for Spleen Qi Deficiency, Spleen Qi Sinking, Spleen Yang Deficiency, and Dampness • Simple dietary changes to reduce bloating, improve energy, and strengthen digestion using food as medicine Whether you're supporting patients or looking to improve your own digestive health, this episode will help you nourish the Spleen the TCM way. 💜 ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Chinese Medicine Nutrition That Fits Real Life with Dr. Melissa CarrHeart Health in TCM: Nutritional Strategies to Balance Body & MindLiver Health in TCM: Nutritional Strategies for Harmony➡️ 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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