Meet Dr. Michael, L.Ac., DAOM

Licensed Acupuncturist • Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine • Holistic Healing Specialist
Dr. Michael is a nationally board-certified and state-licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), with a deep commitment to helping patients achieve true, lasting wellness—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
He received his doctoral degree from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and holds a post-doctoral certification in Classical Five Element Acupuncture (Worsley style) from the prestigious Institute of Classical Five Element Acupuncture. This specialized system emphasizes the emotional and spiritual dimensions of healing, making it especially effective for patients dealing with stress, trauma, or psycho-emotional concerns.
Advanced Healing Training & Certifications
In addition to acupuncture and Chinese medicine, Dr. Michael is certified in multiple complementary healing methods, including:
- Bengston Energy Healing Method (also known as "The Energy Cure")
- Total Body Modification (TBM)
- ThetaHealing®
- Reiki Master
- Quantum Entrainment (QE)
- EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)
- The Kortum Technique
- Certified Trainer in Infinite Possibilities & Playing the Matrix
His integrated training allows him to draw from a wide range of modalities and personalize your care in real time—combining what works best to speed your healing and support your well-being on every level.
Licensure & Credentials
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Licensed in the State of Michigan (LARA)
- NCCAOM Board Certified (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)
- Licensed and Board Certified in California
Compassionate, Practical & Results-Oriented
Dr. Michael is known for his compassionate, upbeat presence and
non-judgmental bedside manner. Patients often describe him as someone who listens deeply, cares sincerely, and brings a sense of ease and light humor to the healing process.
A true skeptic at heart, Dr. Michael only offers treatments he has personally found to be
clinically effective. Every modality he uses has been vetted through hands-on experience and measurable patient outcomes.
His simple goal:
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To help you return to health as quickly and joyfully as possible.
If your healing path would benefit from a blend of techniques, Dr. Michael will seamlessly integrate them into your session—offering one of the most comprehensive and individualized treatments available anywhere.