Carolyn Mayo is a doctor of Chinese Medicine specializing in pain management and women’s health.  She earned her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley in 2012.  Carolyn went on to receive her Doctorate in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco.  She has practiced at Alta Bates Hospital’s Herrick Campus, Lifelong West Berkeley Primary Care Clinic, and the San Francisco Prenatal Clinic.  In 2014, Carolyn founded Piedmont Acupuncture & Integrative Wellness to serve Oakland and the surrounding Bay Area community.  Carolyn is proud to offer affordable, quality, holistic health care to her community in Oakland where she was raised.

Carolyn was first drawn to the study of medicine as an undergraduate student of psychology and neuroendocrinology at the University of California, Davis.  She became interested in Chinese medicine after using acupuncture to treat her migraine headaches and digestive issues.  She found profound and lasting relief from her symptoms and a better understanding of how to take care of her health.  She is continually inspired by what traditional Chinese medicine can achieve and takes great joy in helping others benefit from this medicine as she did.

She has successfully treated people for a variety of health issues including pain and injuries, stress and anxiety disorders, digestive issues, fatigue, respiratory conditions, allergies, skin conditions, and hormonal imbalances.  Carolyn has advanced training in gynecological conditions, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatric conditions.  She uses an integrative and individual-focused approach, working with her patients to find the most effective and nurturing path toward restoring health and well-being.

EDUCATION

· American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, San Francisco, CA – Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine. 2019.

· Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley, CA- Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. 2012.

· University of California, Davis, California – Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. 2007.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND MEMBERSHIPS

· Licensed Acupuncturist: California Acupuncture Board

· National Diplomate of Acupuncture Certification –NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)

· Certified in NADA (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association) protocol and CNT (Clean Needle Technique) Therapy

· Zheng Gu Tui Na – Chinese Medical Massage Course Certification

· California State Oriental Medical Association Member

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

· Bay Area Veteran’s Acupuncture Clinic: San Francisco, California

· Alta Bates Hospital, Herrick Campus: Berkeley, California

· Lifelong Berkeley Primary Care Community Clinic: Berkeley, California

· San Francisco Prenatal Community Clinic: San Francisco, California

· Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College Clinic: Berkeley, California