About Kristine, Acupuncturist in Vancouver, WA
Hello! My name is Kristine McGinley, and I’m dedicated to supporting your quality of life and vitality through acupuncture and integrative therapies.
I grew up here in the wondrous Pacific Northwest, a place that shaped both my connection to natural healing and my understanding that true health addresses more than just physical symptoms. My approach centers on a philosophy I first learned at Marquette University: Cura Personalis, which means “care for the entire person.”
This philosophy guides everything I do. It means cultivating respect for all that makes up an individual. Your talents, abilities, attributes, personality, desires, heart, faith, and health are all equally worthy of care and attention.
Acupuncture Education and Clinical Experience
My formal education began with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication in Theatre Arts from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. It was here that I learned the Jesuit concept of Cura Personalis, which became foundational to how I view individualized care.
My acupuncture path started in 2010 while I was living in Seattle. I experienced acupuncture treatment for myself and was amazed by the positive changes I could feel in my body. I knew immediately that I needed to learn more about this ancient healing therapy.
That discovery led me to enroll in the Master’s program at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) in Portland, where I learned from many talented and experienced practitioners. I earned my Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) in 2016.
To deepen my clinical knowledge, I traveled to Nanjing, Jiangsu, China, where I completed a clinical study program at Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. My time training with accomplished Chinese doctors and herbalists expanded and reinforced my understanding of health and disease treatment.
In 2017, I had a unique opportunity to spend seven months aboard a Princess Cruises vessel (Sun Princess), sailing around Australia and the South Pacific, offering acupuncture to passengers and crew. This global experience gave me invaluable insights into diverse health needs and approaches to wellness.
I established my private practice, Kristine Acupuncture, in Vancouver, WA in March 2018, and continue my ongoing process of learning about disease recovery, prevention, and optimum wellness.
Cura Personalis
I'm fortunate to train in medical Qigong with Master Liu He and Dr. Liu Dong at the Ling Gui International Healing Qigong School. I am certified to teach 1000 Hands Buddha Qigong for healing the heart, a practice I've been studying since 2010. I utilize my Qigong training to augment treatments with grounded Universal healing energy, and I offer instructional classes throughout the year to share this spiritual healing method with the community.
Interested in Qigong classes? Contact us to get on the waiting list for the next session.
Professional Credentials and Community Leadership
My commitment to continuous learning and upholding the highest professional standards ensures you receive knowledgeable, compassionate, and effective care. I am committed to honoring health on every level: Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual.
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