I was born and raised in Western Massachusetts and graduated from UMASS, Amherst with a Bachelor of Science in Social Theory and Political Economics. After moving to San Francisco in 1996, I worked for many years at a collectively-owned movie theater, programing films and organizing events with a special focus on social justice issues.

I love empowering people to maximize their health and well-being with acupuncture.

When not working, I love hiking in beautiful Northern California, riding my bike, gardening, relaxing with my friends and playing with my tuxedo cat, Rosie.