AMBER BRYAN L.AC.

ACUPUNCTURIST

San Francisco

AMBER’S STORY

Amber discovered Chinese medicine while experiencing health problems of her own. Though doctors said nothing was amiss, she knew that something was very much out of balance. Her very first acupuncture treatment reconnected her with an inner peace that she had almost forgotten, and convinced her that there were systems of healing that could support the body-soul-mind at a much more subtle level.

A native of the Bay Area, Amber first studied shiatsu, tui na, and taoist philosophy at the Acupressure Institute in Berkeley, and earned her massage certificate there. She then earned her Master’s at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco. After graduating, Amber interned and later worked with Dr. Ping Qi Kang, creator of Asia Natural Herbs.

Amber has been practicing Chinese medicine since 2006 and utilizes the Kiiko Matsumoto method, Her passion is working with patients to help them rediscover their own equilibrium.

ERIKA DAHLHEIM LAc., DACM, Dipl. OM

ACUPUNCTURIST

San Francisco

ERIKA’S STORY

Erika is passionate about holistic medicine and the capacity to improve the quality of life of her patients. She believes in treating each patient as an individual to achieve harmony and balance. She brings to her practice a 10 year history of practicing medically oriented massage. Erika is a CA licensed and nationally certified acupuncturist. She completed a masters degree in 2014 and a doctorate degree in 2017 from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco. She interned at Zhejiang University in Hongzhou, China and the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic. She volunteered acupuncture services at the Bay Area Veterans’ Clinic treating mental health and chronic pain.

Erika was first introduced to acupressure and Taoist philosophy while studying western massage and bodywork in 2000. Her interest and curiosity continued through her own treatment of acupuncture and Chinese herbalism. This passion led to her formal study of acupuncture and Chinese herbalism, tai chi, qi gong, and expanded into somatic movement therapies and breathing practices.

Watch an interview with Erika to learn more about her journey and practice here.

M A R I A T A L B O T

VIRTUAL OFFICE MANAGER

Nevada City

San Francisco

M A R I A ’ S S T O R Y

Maria believes that acupuncture is one of the most beneficial healing techniques available. Through her personal journey and experiences she feels that acupuncture plays a profound role in releasing blockages on a physical and energetic level.

As a California native who enjoys a path of wellness and being the change she wishes to see Maria has filled her toolbelt with being a certified Transformational Coach, Integrative Intuitive Practitioner, Yoga Instructor, Meditation Guide, Massage Therapist, Drum Making Ceremony Guide and Sound Healer. She loves working with and meeting new people from all over the world that are on their path to healing and wholeness. With over twenty years of customer service, administrative background and holistic offerings it is both an honor and pleasure for her to be an asset and support to like minded wellness practitioners. 

On her downtime she can be found enjoying a very full life with her family and fur babies, providing community offerings, creating nourishing meals, singing and connecting with nature.

MikeE Manatad

MEDICAL BILLER

MIKEE’s story

Mikee is our medical biller providing patients with all of their customer services billing needs. She majored in Psychology and also believes in holistic wellness and finds solace in acupuncture to ease her fibromyalgia. Beyond her professional life, Mikee is a sun-kissed soul with an unquenchable love for iced coffee and matcha. And when she's not immersing herself in the world of healthcare, the beach is her sanctuary, a place where she can unwind, recharge, connect, and bring a sense of tranquility to her soul, reminding her of life's infinite possibilities. Amidst her adventures her heart truly belongs to her four feline companions, their gentle purrs and affectionate gestures provide her warmth, comfort, and companionship while working from home and reminding her of the simple joys. She wants her life to be filled with continues self-discovery and healing with life’s simple pleasure and nurturing one’s well-being.

Maria is born in Madrid, Spain. Drawn by her adventurous spirit, she made the bold decision to relocate to Berkeley, CA, where she pursued a degree in Marketing at UC Berkeley after completing her Business Administration studies in Madrid. What was intended to be a temporary stay quickly transformed into an enduring love affair with the spirit and lifestyle of the SF Bay Area. Today, Maria proudly calls San Francisco her home, having lived there for 23 years, all while cherishing her Spanish heritage.

Known for her warm and sociable nature, Maria flourished in the vibrant hospitality industry of San Francisco, where she honed her skills in providing exceptional service. Simultaneously, Maria discovered the world of wellness and holistic health, a passion that ignited during her time in the Bay Area. This newfound interest propelled her to become a certified holistic health coach.

In her leisure time, Maria finds joy in exploring various yoga modalities within her community, immersing herself in the beauty of nature through invigorating hikes, and indulging her love for music festivals by dancing with abandon. Additionally, she savors the diverse culinary offerings that San Francisco has to offer, continuously seeking new epicurean adventures.