Karina Menali, L.Ac., DACM, Dipl. OM
Licensed Acupuncturist & Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
Education
- Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM), Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
- Master's, Emperor's College in Santa Monica, CA
- BA, Psychology and Sociology, The University of Massachusetts, Boston
Professional Achievements
- Dr. Karina brings decades of experience to 2 clinical practices in Los Angeles, CA and Santa Fe, NM
- She has served as a professor at renowned universities of integrative medicine and spent time supervising clinical interns
- She helped found and establish a study-abroad program in integrative medicine in Japan
- She regularly appears on various TV interviews and podcasts
Certifications & Organizations
- Doctor of Chinese and Integrative Medicine
- Certified to practice Functional Medicine
- Licensed Acupuncturist
- Certified Yoga Therapist
- Reiki Master
- Certified in Shame Healing, Embodied Parts Work, and Earth-Based Healing
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Co-authored Articles (24)
How to Open Your Spiritual Chakras to Balance Your Energy
Unleash your true potential with these techniquesChakras are the 7 centers of spiritual energy in your body. Your energy or ''prana'' flows through these circular centers to keep your mind, body, and spirit aligned. Howe...
How to Read a Foot Reflexology Chart (Left & Right)
Foot reflexology charts show the location of reflex points on your feet. Applying pressure at these points through acupuncture and massage can help heal ailments of the body. With some patience, you can learn to read a c...
How to
Use Acupressure Points for Foot Pain
Acupressure is a form of alternative medicine that uses the fingers to gradually press key healing points in the body. The foundation behind acupressure is that when you trigger certain pressure points in your body, it h...
How to
Use Black Seed
Black seed is a home remedy also known as black cumin or black caraway. It has been used traditionally to treat digestive ailments, respiratory problems and some other inflammatory diseases, though more research needs to...
How to
Relieve Back Pain Through Reflexology
Eight in 10 adults will have back pain at some point. Most back pain is non-specific and can’t be traced to a particular event, such as an injury. This type of back pain often occurs sporadically. But whether or not yo...
How to
Burn Incense Sticks
People choose to burn incense for many reasons; whether you are burning incense sticks to relax, for religious purposes, or simply because you like the smell, it's important that you know how to use them properly.
How to
Burn Resin Incense Without Charcoal
Burning resin incense is a great way to fill your home with fragrance. The most popular way is to burn it using charcoal. Unfortunately, this produces a lot of smoke, which can cause breathing problems for some people. F...
How to Use Reflexology for Eye Strain Relief
Learn how to massage and soothe your tired eyes Reflexology is just the application of pressure to different parts of your body to relieve ailments. . 25 August 2021.While it doesn't work for everybody, it does seem to h...
How to
Use Black Seed Oil
Black seed (''nigella sativa'' or black cumin) oil has been used in folk and traditional remedies for more than 2,000 years—primarily in Indian and Arabic cultures, where the herb is locally grown. You can either eat t...
How to
Store Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera gel is a natural substance used around the world for a variety of applications including treating sunburn, creating facial masks, and as a dietary supplement. These benefits come most plentifully when the gel i...
How to
Do Reflexology
Reflexology is an ancient healing art backed by modern research that you can learn how to perform in the comfort of your own home. Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific places on your feet, hands and ears, w...
How to
Open Your Root Chakra
Have you been feeling unsteady lately, like you can’t find the ground beneath your feet? This could be because your root chakra, also known as Muladhara, is blocked. The root chakra is responsible for helping you feel ...
DIY Incense Sticks: Essential Oils, Fragrance Oils & Hand-rolling
Learn how to make incense sticks with essential oils and raw materialsFrom religious ceremonies to aromatherapy, incense plays an important role in many cultures and settings—including your home! Incense sticks are an ...
How to
Lose Weight With Reflexology
Weight loss through reflexology is a popular and pleasurable way to lose weight. Different pressure points on your feet can be used to trigger a variety of responses within your body that may be conducive to weight loss,...
How to
Use Essential Oils on Your Skin
The dos and don’ts of applying essential oils to your skin Essential oils can help relax your body and mind, and they may help alleviate stress and anxiety. If you have questions about using them topically, we're here ...
How to
Read a Hand Reflexology Chart
Interested in learning about the world of hand reflexology? This fascinating alternative medicine focuses on providing relief and relaxation through specific pressure points, or reflexology points, that connect to other ...
How to
Use Acupressure Points for Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches are often described as one of the most miserable experiences anyone can have. People can have difficulty thinking, working, resting, and just existing. You can try acupressure at home on yourself or yo...
How to
Use Acupressure for Weight Loss
In traditional Chinese acupressure, firm pressure is placed on several points of your body to ease medical conditions. This technique is thought to promote weight loss by stimulating points on the body that can relieve p...
Harvesting Mimosa Tree Bark for Medicinal Purposes
''Learn to make anti-anxiety teas and tinctures with this ancient herb'' The mimosa tree ''(Albizia julibrissin)'' is a small, sturdy tree known for hardy growth and fuzzy pink blooms. The bark of the mimosa tree has a l...
How to
Deal With Geopathic Stress
Geopathic stress (GS) is the idea that the Earth resonates with energy from its electromagnetic field that can negatively affect your health. While scientists don't necessarily agree with the theory, some people believe ...
