Our acupuncturists at the Pacific Wellness Institute are trained and licensed in Japan and are Registered Acupuncturists in Ontario.

Dr. Dale Dugas AP DOM MAOM Dipl. OM , is a board-certified Florida state licensed Acupuncture Physician/Doctor of Oriental Medicine(AP/DOM) as well as a board- certified Chinese Herbalist. He is licensed from the Florida Department of Health.
Dr. Dugas attended the New England School of Acupuncture, the oldest school of Chinese Medicine in the USA.
He earned a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental medicine(MAOM). Following graduation, he passed his national board exams for Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. He was subsequently granted Diplomat of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. OM) status from The National Certification Commission of Acupuncture Medicine (NCCAOM), and recently was granted licensure in Florida as a Doctor of Oriental Medicine/Acupuncture Physician.
Dr. Dugas’ interest in Asian medicinal practices arose in the late 1980s, while he was living in Northern Japan. He lived in Northern Japan through the 1990s. During this time, he earned a Bachelor’s of Arts degree from Earlham College, his focus on Japanese Studies.
Dr. Dugas has over 36 years of continuous training in Chinese, Chinese/Okinawan, and Japanese martial arts systems.
He achieved a Shodan(1st degree Black Belt) in Okinawan Uechi-Ryu Karate-do at the age 16. He is well versed in Southern Short Hand systems such as South Mantis, and Bak Mei Pai Kung Fu as well as being a licensed instructor of Baguazhang. He was first introduced to the complexities of the Chinese internal arts( Hsing-Yi Chuan, Baguazhang, Taijiquan), and various Qi Gong methods under Shifu Kwan Sai Hung, best known as the protagonist in the book, The Wandering Taoist.
He is currently working in Florida as a licensed Acupuncture Physician/Chinese Herbalist at Jade Tree Wellness Center in St. Petersburg, Florida.
He looks forward to furthering research on Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, Chinese Martial Arts(Jook Lun Gee Tong Long Pai, Baguazhang, Taijiquan), Tieh Sha Zhang Gong (Iron Palm) and Tieh Bu Shan Gong (Iron Vest) training, Shuai Jiao(Chinese Wrestling) and Kam Na/Chin-Na (Throwing and Grappling) and Dit Da Ke (Chinese trauma medicine).

Where Eastern Tradition Meets Western Sensibility.
Known for her patient-centered approach to medicine and gentle demeanor, Licensed Acupuncturist Therese M. Powers, LAC, brings sincerity, warmth, and individualized care to each interaction at her San Luis Obispo acupuncture office. Here, she combines time-honored traditions with results-based practices to best meet the unique needs of her patients. Through a series of natural therapies including acupuncture, herbal treatments, and nutritional counseling, Therese provides complete, balanced healthcare to suit your lifestyle.
To make an appointment with Therese or to learn more about the treatments she offers, call (805) 748-8885, or email our San Luis Obispo acupuncture practice to schedule your initial visit. Therese offers complimentary 15 minute phone consultations so that you may determine if SLO Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine is a proper fit for your needs.

Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies in collaboration with St. Petersburg Health & Wellness provides a broad base of holistic health care options that can be tailored to your needs. Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture & Massage, herbal apothecary, Functional medicine, IV nutritional therapy, hormone therapies and much more. We also have a reduced rate acupuncture and herbal student clinic two nights a week. Every November we start our 2 year clinical herbal program and our ongoing lecture series and events. Not sure what services you need? Just stop by and check out the place or ask for a quick meeting with one of our practitioners.
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Jessica BenShay is a Florida Licensed Acupuncture Physician who graduated from the prestigious Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine. Jessica strives to provide high quality care with integrity. She sees the practitioner/patient relationship as a partnership. Viewing each patient as a whole and unique individual, rather than a collection of symptoms and problems to be fixed. She will listen to you, get to know you, and work with you to realize your treatment goals. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic form of medicine that treats your mind and body, helping you achieve optimal health and wellness.

Jessica is one of few acupuncturists in the Fort Lauderdale area offering Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture, which was recognized in O Magazine as a safe and effective alternative to plastic surgery and injections. Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture focuses on the face or neck to erase fine lines and wrinkles, lift sagging skin, and promote collagen and elastin production to return a youthful, glowing complexion. Since it is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine, and treats imbalances from the inside, patients tend to see improvements in their general health, as well as their appearance.

Whether you are seeking relief from chronic pain or you want to maintain your health, acupuncture offers the opportunity to heal naturally and safely. Traditional Chinese Medicine treats a wide variety of health conditions including pain, migraines, digestive disorders, weight-loss, anxiety and stress related issues, and much more. Experience the many benefits of acupuncture treatment such as better sleep, improved mood, increased energy and other positive changes in just a few visits!