AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Clara Cohen
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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 

  1. 16H AGO

    #110 - How to Effectively Use the Back-Shu & Front-Mu Acupuncture Points

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. The Front-Mu and Back-Shu acupuncture points are some of the most powerful (and underused!) points in Chinese medicine. In this episode, I break down how to use these point pairings with confidence, clarity, and clinical precision to dramatically improve your treatment outcomes. We’ll cover the differences between Front-Mu and Back-Shu points, when to use each, how they guide diagnosis, and my favourite combinations that consistently deliver results. I’ll also walk you through mini case examples and share a simple hack to level up your point prescriptions instantly. Here’s what you’ll learn: The key differences between Front-Mu vs. Back-Shu points and how to use them clinicallyHow to apply these points for acute vs. chronic conditionsDiagnostic insights you can gain by palpating and observing Front-Mu and Back-Shu pointsMy favourite point combinations, treatment strategies, and clinical hacks (with real case examples)🎧 If you want to sharpen your diagnosis, simplify your treatments, and get better results, this episode is a must-listen. ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: The LUO Connecting Points in Acupuncture How To Use The Xi-Cleft Acupuncture Points For Better Results The Zang-Fu Organ Theory in Chinese Medicine 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!

    24 min

  2. FEB 4

    #109 - How to Build a Sustainable Acupuncture Practice with Joanna Sapir

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. In this episode of The AcuPro Show, I sit down with Joanna Sapir, a business coach for wellness practitioners, to talk about something we definitely weren’t taught in acupuncture school: how to build a sustainable, successful practice without burning out. We dive into the systems, mindset shifts, and practical strategies that help acupuncturists feel confident in both their clinical work and their business.  Here’s what you’ll learn: Why business systems are essential for growth, clarity, and avoiding burnoutHow free consultations can strengthen patient relationships and set clear expectationsThe importance of defining your ideal client and creating structured treatment plansSmart marketing and prioritization strategies to support long-term financial and personal success🎧 This episode is a must-listen if you want to feel more confident, organized, and supported as both a practitioner and a business owner. ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: The BEST ways to grow as a practitioner are NOT what you think! with Dr. Drew Jamieson Cultivating Healthy Patient Boundaries and Clinic Expectations with Kenton Sefcik Using The 5 Elements to Grow a Successful Practice 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

  3. JAN 28

    #108 - How to Use the 67 Acupuncture Points of the Bladder Meridian

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most clinically powerful channels in Chinese medicine: the Bladder Meridian. With 67 acupuncture points, this channel plays a central role in pain management, emotional health, nervous system regulation, and overall vitality. In this episode, I break down the Bladder meridian pathway, share key clinical pearls, and walk you through how to actually use this channel in practice, whether you’re treating musculoskeletal pain, emotional patterns, or chronic conditions. I also touch on the emotional landscape tied to the Bladder–Kidney system, including fear and insecurity, and how that shows up in the body. Here’s what you’ll learn: The Bladder meridian pathway and why it’s one of the most versatile channels in clinicKey Bladder points, combinations, and clinical pearls for pain, stress, and internal conditionsThe emotional connections between the Bladder and Kidney systems, including fear and resiliencePractical tips, real-life examples, and treatment strategies for students and practitioners🎧 Whether you’re reviewing for exams or refining your treatments, this episode will change the way you work with the Bladder meridian. ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Acupuncture Points of the Kidney Meridian Acupuncture Points of the Lung Meridian Acupuncture Points of the Large Intestine Meridian 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! 🩵 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!

    40 min

  4. JAN 21

    #107 - Empowering Women's Health: Fertility & TCM with Allison Locke

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. In this episode, I sit down with Allison Locke, a fellow Vancouver-based acupuncturist who’s passionate about empowering women through TCM and fertility care. Through her educational presence on TikTok and Instagram, Allison helps thousands better understand conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and infertility, and our conversation was as heartfelt as it was clinically rich. We dive into fertility from a whole-person perspective—addressing not just cycles and hormones, but emotions, relationships, and realistic clinical care. Allison also shares her personal journey with endometriosis, reminding us why compassionate, multidimensional care is essential in women’s health. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why fertility care matters even if only one partner is receiving treatmentA whole-body TCM approach to endometriosis, including diet, lifestyle, emotions, and pain managementThe importance of preconception care for cycle regulation, hormone balance, and emotional readinessAdvice for the next generation of practitioners: blending Western diagnostics with TCM foundations🎧 This episode is a powerful reminder of why we do this work, and how Chinese medicine continues to transform women’s health, one patient at a time. 💗 ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Fertility Acupuncture with Mike Berkley Postpartum Healing with TCM with Emily Montague Pelvic Health with Kim Vopni 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! 🩵 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!

    49 min

  5. JAN 14

    #106 - How to Use Acupuncture & TCM for Insomnia

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. Today, we’re diving into a condition that affects 850 million people worldwide: insomnia. Whether your patients struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up unrefreshed, this episode breaks down exactly how Chinese medicine understands and treats the root of restless nights. Here’s what you’ll learn:  • The global impact of insomnia, how it's classified, and why women experience it more often than men  • Western treatments vs. the TCM approach, including the most common patterns behind insomnia • Effective acupuncture points, herbal formulas, dietary guidance, and supplements to support healthy sleep • Practical sleep-hygiene strategies and clinical tips you can start using with patients immediately 🎧 If treating insomnia feels complex, this episode will simplify your approach and strengthen your results. Let’s get your patients sleeping again. ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Treating Fear, Anxiety, Shock & Phobias Treating Sadness, Grief & Broken Hearts AcuPoints to Calm the Mind 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!

    31 min

  6. JAN 7

    #105 - What's Coming For YOU at AcuPro Academy in 2026

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else. It’s a brand new year, rock stars! We’re kicking things off with intention. In this special New Year’s episode of The AcuPro Show, I’m reflecting on the milestones we hit in 2025 and sharing all the exciting things coming for 2026. From podcast growth to new courses, international translations, and a whole lot of gratitude for this community… this episode sets the tone for our best year yet. Here’s what you’ll learn: • The biggest wins of 2025—from 150,000 podcast downloads to new courses, masterclasses, all to make TCM learning easier • Why the 2026 theme word is optimization and how it will shape new content, systems, and support for students and practitioners  • A preview of what’s coming: an ear acupuncture course, live masterclasses, a new herbs-and-formulas book and more international expansions of AcuPro 🎧 Tune in, choose your own word for 2026, and join me for another year of learning, growth, and bringing Chinese medicine to the world. 💜 ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Gut Health in TCM & Western Medicine with Dr. Alex Dragan Clara's Advice for a 1st Year Student Psycho-Emotional Pain & the 8 Extras with Dr. Yvonne Farrell 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!

    17 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    #104 - The Best Guest Episodes of 2025

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else I can’t believe it’s the last day of 2025. This year flew by! I’m so grateful for every guest who joined me on the show 💜 It has truly been an honour to share their stories, expertise, and passion with our TCM Rock Stars. Each guest has brought insight, inspiration, and wisdom that elevated not just the show—but all of us. They’ve made this year of the AcuPro Show unforgettable. To celebrate, I’m excited to share the most popular guest episodes of the year. These conversations sparked big breakthroughs, new perspectives, and some of the most powerful learning moments on the podcast. Here’s who’s waiting for you: • Mike Berkley — women’s & men’s fertility: Western approaches, TCM strategies, and blended treatment options • Dr. Catherine Clinton — quantum biology, fascia, and modern science confirming the physical existence of meridians • Kim Vopni, The Vagina Coach — pelvic floor myths, dysfunction, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause • Dr. Shivani Gupta — the science of turmeric and why research shows it can outperform NSAIDs for pain (and much more) • Britta Stalling — Zhineng Qigong and the rise of medicine-less hospital centers worldwide • Irene Sanchez-Celis — masculine & feminine energies, their connection to Yin/Yang, and how modern culture impacts postpartum healing  I can’t wait to bring you brand-new weekly episodes every Wednesday in the new year 🎉 Thank you again for listening and being part of this amazing journey. Happy New Year, and I’ll see you in 2026! 🥰 ➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: TCM + Yogic Wisdom with Dr. Gurudatta Postpartum Healing with Emily Montague Live TCM Consult 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!

    55 min

  8. 12/24/2025

    #103 - The Best Solo Episodes of 2025

    💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else! Happy Holidays, wherever you are in the world! ✨ I can hardly believe it—the AcuPro Show is officially two years old! What started as a simple way to share my love of Chinese medicine has grown into something far bigger than I ever imagined. Your enthusiasm, support, and passion for learning are the reasons this podcast continues to thrive, and I’m endlessly grateful 💜 As we wrap up 2025, I’m excited to revisit the most downloaded and talked-about solo episodes of the year—the episodes YOU loved the most. Whether you're catching up or re-listening for deeper insights, these moments truly represent the heart of the AcuPro community.  Here is what's waiting for you: The three most powerful acupoints for worry and overthinkingFive body types and how they elevate your observation skillsThe most common Liver patterns and exactly how to differentiate them in real timeAn easy-to-digest breakdown of the Zang-Fu TheoryThe TCM perspective on Diabetes, including treatments for Type 1 & Type 2A clear explanation of the Six Stages and how they show up in your patients➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode! ☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love: Reading the Body's Signals Zang-Fu Organ Theory 6 Stages & 4 Levels 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!

    57 min
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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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