My Philosophy
What I offer is a partnership.
I genuinely care about the women I work with, and I see myself as a resource, an advocate, and a steady presence through the many seasons of life. I bring clinical experience and expertise, alongside a deep belief that your body is not a problem to fix. You are not a problem to fix.
My role is to support you in feeling more at ease and more at home in yourself. There is no pressure here to be perfect, do more, or get it right. Often it is softening that creates the greatest relief.
This is a space for gentleness and honesty, where healing happens on your terms and life begins to feel more manageable again.
Why Work With Me
Over the past twenty years, my practice has become intentionally small and relationship-based.
I work with one person at a time, allowing care to develop through familiarity, observation, and trust. Each visit builds on an understanding of your history and the subtle patterns that unfold over time. This continuity allows for thoughtful, individualized treatment, especially during complex or transitional periods.
Many patients come during moments when their bodies are asking for a different rhythm. My role is to listen carefully, offer experienced clinical guidance, and help make sense of what is changing. Along the way, I often become a resource not only for my patients themselves, but for the broader needs of their families and lives.
The work is collaborative and unhurried. Over time, treatment becomes less about fixing symptoms and more about supporting resilience, clarity, and a steadier relationship with your health.
My History
My path to Chinese medicine grew from both curiosity and personal experience.
After completing a degree in Pre-Medicine, I worked at All Women’s Health Services in Eugene, Oregon. I initially planned to continue into naturopathic medicine, but after experiencing the profound effects of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine firsthand, I recognized a form of care that aligned deeply with how I understood healing.
I moved to San Francisco to study at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where I earned my Master’s degree. In 2006, I traveled to China for advanced clinical training in holistic gynecology at Zhejiang University. I later completed a Doctorate in Chinese Medicine with a focus on women’s health and pain management, including advanced study with respected practitioners Raven Lang and Claudia Citkowitz.
Over more than twenty years in practice, my work has focused on the full arc of women’s health. I integrate acupuncture, herbal medicine, and functional medicine training to support individualized care that evolves over time.
My approach is practical, deeply informed, and collaborative. I am here to listen carefully, offer guidance, and walk alongside you as your health changes and grows.
My goal is to provide you with a relationship of care that will stand with you in what ever you need to feel resourced, autonomous, and thriving.
Professional Background
Clinical Practice
Founder & Acupuncturist
New Mission Acupuncture, San Francisco • 2007–Present
Foundational Medical Experience
Nurse
All Women’s Health Services, Eugene, Oregon
Teaching & Leadership
Instructor and Continuing Education Coordinator
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Nikki continues to mentor student interns interested in women’s health and relationship-based clinical practice.
Education & Advanced Training
Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, San Francisco
Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine
American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, San Francisco
Advanced Clinical Training in Holistic Gynecology
Zhejiang Traditional Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
Doctoral Apprenticeship Studies
Raven Lang, L.Ac.
Claudia Citkowitz, L.Ac.
B.S. Women’s & Gender Studies, Pre-Medicine
University of Oregon
Licensure & Certifications
California Licensed Acupuncturist, L.Ac. (#AC12308)
National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) Certified
Clean Needle Technique Certified
Tui Na Massage Certification
CPR & First Aid Certified
