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Aviara Acupuncture and Integrative Wellness intends to deliver quality, compassionate, and superior patient care using a time-tested, holistic healing system. You benefit from receiving a customized treatment plan based on your specific health needs in a caring and professional setting. In addition to acupuncture, we implement herbal therapy and other East Asian modalities such as Tui na therapeutic massage, nutrition, and lifestyle recommendations.
Our objective is to strengthen and stabilize the body into a more healthy state in order to prevent future problems by integrating Functional Medicine with Traditional Chinese Medicine practices. We believe in educating and presenting options that enhance your vitality and empower you to maintain your quality of life. In doing so, you become stronger and less susceptible to contracting illness or injury.
Aviara Acupuncture & Integrative Health is dedicated to serving the communities of North San Diego County.
Meet Your Practitioner
Nenita J. McElroy MSTOM, L.Ac. RN
Prior to pursuing a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Nenita holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of California at Los Angeles. She was employed in a multitude of clinical settings with an emphasis in adult cardiopulmonary, surgical and neurological intensive care at UCLA and Duke University Medical Centers. In addition, Nenita has worked with patients requiring long-term ventilatory support and home care nursing. It is because of her nursing background that she naturally gravitates towards the individualized treatment of the whole person. Nenita believes in the integration of western and eastern health practices with a focus in re-establishing the undeniable energetic relationship between the mind, the body and spirit.
Upon discovering that whole body healing encompassed this profound energetic connection, Nenita went on to study TCM at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, following a period of time where she faced her own challenging personal health issues that western medicine alone could not rectify. Graduating among the top of her class, Nenita earned a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine and is licensed and certified by the California Acupuncture Board. In addition, she is designated a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Nenita specializes in the treatment of endocrine and hormonal imbalances, infertility, sports medicine and stress management.
Begin your journey with holistic healing by contacting Nenita today and scheduling your complimentary consultation.
Resources
NCCAOM National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine www.nccaom.org
Nenita McElroy, L.Ac. is listed at www.alltherapist.com
http://bja.oxfordjournals.org/content/101/2/151.long
Willow McElroy
As Practice and Marketing Coordinator, Willow combines her passion for wellness with her genuine care for patients and her expertise in business and marketing. She is dedicated to providing an exceptional patient experience at every touchpoint, from initial contact to ongoing care. Willow’s commitment to fostering a positive and engaging environment helps ensure patient satisfaction while supporting the practice’s growth and long-term success.
Willow graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration Management with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship. As the previous founder of her own small clothing brand and work experience at one of the fastest-growing performance marketing and retail media agencies in the U.S., Willow is a highly motivated and results-driven individual. With extensive experience in organic social media, Willow has successfully elevated brand awareness and engagement through strategic social media and public relations initiatives for a variety of businesses. Beyond the office, Willow enjoys exploring new restaurants, spending quality time with family and friends, and traveling whenever possible.
