Amy Acuff, L.Ac.

Amy Acuff is licensed as an acupuncturist by the state of Texas (License #818).  Her training included three and a half years at the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin where she learned Traditional Chinese Medicine.  She is NCCAOM certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbs.  As a four-time United States Olympic Track and Field athlete in the high jump, she also has an extensive background in sports injuries.

Amy’s Practice Philosophy

I feel that I can provide a unique acupuncture experience utilizing an extensive Traditional Chinese Medicine education, while drawing upon the strengths of my unique knowledge base as an elite athlete after having been exposed to a variety of functional wellness ideas from international practitioners in a variety of modalities.

Education

Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin- Master of Oriental Medicine (3,000 hour program)  – 2005

UCLA- B.S. Biology/Pre-medicine – 1997

Athletic Awards

  • Four-Time United States Olympian – Track and Field, High Jump – 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008
  • Eight-time World Championships Finalist
  • Fourth Place - Athens Olympics
  • Personal Best- 6’7”

Certifications, Licenses, Memberships

  • Licensed Acupuncturist by the State of Texas and California – since 2005
  • NCCAOM certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbs – since 2005