Gretchen E. Seitz, L.Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist

Gretchen graduated magna cum laude from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, CA. Licensed by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Dipl.Ac., Dipl.OM.), as well as the California State Acupuncture Board (L.Ac.), she has been in private practice in the Banker’s Hill area of San Diego since 2002.

The focus of her practice is on gentle and profoundly effective acupuncture techniques. She continues to develop her ability through the study of the time-honored techniques taught by the renowned Japanese master, Ikeda Masakazu Sensei.

Although she was born in Rochester, New York, Gretchen spent her formative years in England and Japan, as well as the U.S. This exposure to cultures outside the U.S. afforded Gretchen the opportunity to develop an awareness of various spiritual, cultural and philosophical ideologies at a very young age.

After obtaining her undergraduate degree in Asian Studies and Japanese language at Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Upstate New York, she and her husband moved to San Diego, where she obtained her master’s degree in Oriental Medicine.

Gretchen is a doctoral fellow at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine where she continues her study of traditional medicine and evidence based research. Her advanced studies are to be completed in 2011.

Outside of her practice Gretchen is an avid reader who continues to study and broaden her knowledge of the classic Chinese medical texts. She also enjoys growing orchids and relaxing with her husband and their dog Jack.

Gretchen is a member of the American Acupuncture Council, and the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Many Insurance plans cover acupuncture. Check with your plan, then bring your insurance information to your appointment with Gretchen.

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