Her studies have taken her around the world to Peru, Thailand, China, and India in order to gain a deeper understanding of ancient healing practices and herbalism. Merging ancient wisdom from global traditions and scientific knowledge along with her deep intuition enables Shari to not only treat, but partner with her clients to improve physical and mental health.

Shari believes Chinese medicine combines the two most effective tools of natural healing -- acupuncture + herbs -- that together or individually are good for so many conditions. More importantly Chinese Medicine is a system of prevention that keeps you healthy!

Shari enjoys treating the whole person, emotionally and physically. Chinese medicine doesn’t separate the mind and body, in Chinese medicine they are connected.

Outside of WTHN, Shari loves to garden, cook, and spend time with her beautiful daughter and supportive husband.

My father had a stroke when I was little, and my mom called an acupuncturist to come and treat him. A blind acupuncturist came to our house with his assistant and treated my father with acupuncture. After 5~6 weeks of treatment, my father could walk and start exercising again. This experience had a profound impact on me and led me to pursue a career in Chinese medicine.

Hyojin specializes in treating chronic and acute pain, facial acupuncture for anti-aging and using Chinese medicine to achieve your best health including digestion, sleep and women's health.

When not at WTHN, Hyojin can be found doing sporty things like yoga, golf, snowboarding, and hiking! She also enjoys doing facial acupuncture for herself at home (as her flawless skin can testify). :))

After years of studying anatomy and bioscience as an undergraduate, Caitlin was interested in seeing the body from a different perspective. Through her work as a doula, she saw how powerful the mind can be over the body and wanted to explore that connection.

Caitlin especially enjoys treating musculoskeletal complaints, such as pain and tight muscles, as well as emotional conditions like anxiety and depression. And as a doula, she also enjoys treating menstrual complaints, fertility and providing relief from pregnancy concerns such as nausea, low back pain + heartburn.

Outside of WTHN, she enjoys singing folk music from around the world, learning how to play the guitar, cooking with friends and biking around the city.

Robert chose to study Chinese Medicine to help people that fall through the cracks in the Western medical system - specifically those with emotional disorders and “untreatable” chronic pain.

Robert especially enjoys treating depression, anxiety, respiratory disorders + chronic pain.

Outside of WTHN, Robert is a singer, drummer and songwriter who makes his own music. Robert also has a Chinese Medicine-related podcast that he works on for fun.

Studying Anthropology at NYU for undergrad, I was always interested in East Asian culture. After taking courses in Medical Anthropology it opened my eyes to other methods of healing, including acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. I believe in treating the root cause of disease and guiding patient's through lifestyle choices to make the greatest impact on their health.

Joey specializes in sports medicine and psycho-emotional issues.

Joey enjoys activities such as gymnastics, hiking and spending time outdoors, and seeking the newest thrill at amusement parks.

I had a sports injury that affected me for 3 years and acupuncture helped me feel 90% better after just one treatment. This intrigued me to find out more about what Chinese medicine can do for other health concerns. I love how Chinese medicine treats both the body and the mind.

Areas of special interest include facial rejuvenation, women's health, sports medicine and psycho-emotional issues.

Erica enjoys staying active, hanging out and trying new workouts with friends, discovering new podcasts, and reading.

After receiving her first acupuncture treatment for a foot injury, Karen visibly noticed a reduction in swelling and pain, and was able to walk the next day. She decided to go back to school to become an acupuncturist, knowing that there was something powerful about this form of medicine and that she would be able to help people in a more holistic way.

Karen especially enjoys treating emotional and physical issues, including fertility, anxiety + stress, and has been practicing Chinese Medicine for 15 years.

Karen spends her free time doing yoga, meditating + dancing.

Benji was introduced to TCM while living in China and staring in Chinese TV hit series “The New My Fair Princess”. His character BanJieMing would often interact with the Royal Acupuncturists and Herbal medicine doctors. After filming he went on to be mentored by the internationally acclaimed acupuncturist, Dr Li, in Beijing.

Benji specializes in musculo-skeletal issues and loves problem solving difficult health issues to help clients find their best health.

Benji loves languages, he is fluent in Mandarin Chinese + Spanish, and is currently studying Italian + Hebrew. He is also a dedicated student of Kabbalah.

As an ex-professional skier, after many minor injuries and feeling that her body was deeply connected with her emotional life, Maya started seeing how Chinese medicine has always connected the two. Maya appreciated the holistic nature of Chinese medicine and began studying to become an acupuncturist and herbalist.

Maya especially enjoys treating anxiety, mental health, pain + supportive care for cancer patients.

Outside of WTHN, Maya loves to travel, meet new people and explore various cultural experiences. She also volunteers doing acupuncture in underserved areas such as Guatemala and supporting women who suffer from domestic violence.

After her first acupuncture treatment helped her with a health problem she had dealt with for years, Laura was blown away by the results and decided to enroll in acupuncture school just one year later.

Laura especially enjoys treating women's health conditions and muscle aches and pains by using acupuncture to help address underlying postural imbalances. She has additional training in women’s health and experience empowering women with disabilities.

Outside of WTHN, Laura loves reading books that help her grow, working out and spending time with her loved ones (and cats).

As a chronically sick teenager, Lana discovered acupuncture at age 16. Although skeptical at first, she was shocked by how effective acupuncture was for treating her chronic health issues. Lana also loves Chinese medicine because she has lost loved ones to addiction and appreciates that this medicine is a natural, safe, non-addictive alternative for treating pain.

Lana especially enjoys treating chronic pain, menstrual issues + pain related to emotional trauma.

Outside of WTHN, you can find Lana playing with her cat, playing piano + spending time in nature—especially at the beach. Lana has spent time volunteering in a wide variety of settings, from preschools in the Bronx and assisted living centers for the elderly, to detox centers for drug addiction.

Andie felt destined to become a healer and believes Chinese medicine can help support one's healing process. She is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and also studies classical literature and medical texts as an interest.

Andie especially enjoys working with clients who experience musculoskeletal pain, digestive issues, gynecological conditions, and psychosocial issues.

Outside of WTHN, Andie practices daily meditation and enjoy hiking, nature walks, and house plants. She can also be found in her studio making art and designing custom jewelry.