We recently connected with Beth Theodore and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Beth thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. Do you think your parents have had a meaningful impact on you and your journey?

I feel fortunate to have been raised by two intelligent and caring parents. My father was an educator and always encouraged me to focus on my studies to help align me with a career of my choice. My mother had her own business and inspired me to follow my dreams and pursue a career that resonated with my interests and passions. When I chose to study acupuncture, it was during a time when it hadn’t yet made it to the mainstream so I didn’t receive a lot of outside support. Yet, my mom in particular encouraged me to apply to acupuncture and Chinese medicine university, since she knew how excited I was to learn about holistic and complementary medicine. Once I finished school, received my masters degree and became licensed, my mom helped guide me in establishing my practice since she knew the steps to creating a business. My father on the other hand, helped me throughout the four years of school and to this day, they both seek out my expertise for health related issues.

Beth , love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

I’m a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist with a private practice in Manhattan Beach, CA. I also offer healing workshops and retreats locally and worldwide. Since childhood, I’ve found so much joy in helping people feel better, both emotionally and physically, using natural remedies. I base my practice around creating a space where my patients feel heard and without judgement. I’ve learned that many people are just wanting someone to listen to their concerns, so I make sure to allow plenty of time during each session so they never feel rushed. This also allows me to build an individualized treatment plan to help each patient achieve their unique wellness goals.

Each session may include one or a variety of the following treatment modalities: acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, meditation, light therapy, cupping, gua sha, essential oils, nutritional supplements, NET (neuro- emotional technique) and/or flower essences.

I work with people experiencing different conditions and focus on healing the underlying cause as well as resolving their symptoms. I often treat menstrual imbalances, fertility support, anxiety, stress, PTSD, insomnia, chronic or acute pain and immune boosting.

If you could go back, would you choose the same profession, specialty, etc.?

Yes, 100%!

I feel so fortunate to have chosen my passion career and at such a young age. I’ve been in practice for over 20 years and love it more and more everyday. The part I especially enjoy is getting to work with such amazing patients. I truly feel so blessed.

How’d you meet your business partner?

While I have my private practice where I see patients individually, I also cohost healing workshops and retreats with my business partner, Bernadette Pelina. She and I met while working alongside each other in our previous wellness center. Bernadette is a reiki master and healer and together we offer workshops and retreats to create a more in depth healing experience for the participants. This often includes a chakra meditation, guided acupressure, wellness and lifestyle tips, nutritional foods that coincide with the healing topic and an acupuncture with reiki session.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.beththeodore.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beththeodore.acupuncture/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beththeodoreacupuncture
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-theodore-aa25148/
• Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/beth-theodore-acupuncture-manhattan-beach-2