AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Welcome to AcuPro, a show dedicated to making Chinese medicine & acupuncture easy to grasp and fun to learn. Hi, I’m your host Clara Cohen, I support practitioners & students like you in changing the world one patient at a time. My goal is to share my passion for TCM, and empower YOU to achieve superior patient care. I love to showcase the amazing benefits of Acupuncture, because after all Chinese medicine ROCKS! I created FREE Chinese medicine treatment protocols, Acupuncture case studies, free online TCM courses, over 300 educative videos on my website resource page. You can access it all at AcuProAcademy.com This Show is an extension of all my other content creation! You'll listen to amazing Chinese medicine guests through fun and educative interviews. And you'll listen to my solo episodes where I share my 20 years of experience as a licensed acupuncturist and 14 years of teaching future practitioners! ➡️ Follow the show and please leave a review, so other people can discover this podcast as well. Connect with me! I also create daily content on all my social media at @AcuProAcademy
Episodes
Happy Summer, rock stars! ☀️ In Chinese medicine, summer is Heart season—the perfect time to focus on emotional health, Shen balance, and nourishing Heart Qi through food and lifestyle.
In this episode, I’m diving into TCM nutrition for Heart patterns—so you can better support your patients with practical tools, meal ideas, and aligned treatment strategies.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- TCM nutrition strategies for the 5 most common ...
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Today, we’re spilling the (Chinese herbal) tea—literally! I’m joined by Natalie Chandra Saunders, a TCM practitioner, author, and translator who’s dedicated to bringing the ancient wisdom of yangsheng (nurturing life) into everyday modern living.
Together, we explore how simple rituals, such as brewing tea or slowing down, can h...
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I LOVE Tongue Diagnosis! It's one of my favourite subjects, because it's really reliable and way easier than Pulse Diagnosis. Do you agree?
It shows us our patient's health through visible evidence that confirms our TCM diagnosis and treatment approach. This is a skill we can always keep practicing, and it's ...
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Modern science is finally confirming what Chinese medicine has known for thousands of years. To talk about it all, I sat down with someone who understands both sides of the coin: Dr. Catherine Clinton, Naturopathic Doctor and Quantum Biology Health Educator.
This episode is a made-easy masterclass on quantum biology — revealing...
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Did you know that over 300 million people worldwide struggle with anxiety disorders?
In Five Element Theory, fear is connected to the Water Element and the Kidneys—but what happens to the body when fear takes over?
In this episode, I discuss the Chinese medicine perspective on fear, exploring its full spectrum—from anxiety and ph...
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Marketing your TCM practice isn’t about being salesy—it’s about educating people so they know how acupuncture can help them and where to find you.
I’ve been following today’s guest for years—and yes, I take social media advice from her! Molly Cahill is a Holistic Health Marketing expert, and in this episode, she’s giving us a ma...
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One of the most requested topics in the AcuPro community? Real case studies! Today, we’re diving into a tricky case—focusing on a patient in his 30s with Tinnitus. If you’re not familiar, it's that persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears that just won’t go away.
In this episode, I walk you through how I approach a case s...
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I sat down with two TCM rock stars—a student and a new practitioner—and they brought the real questions about building a thriving practice. With over 20 years of practice and business experience, I shared honest, practical advice to help them (and you) feel more confident, focused, and inspired.
If you're a student, recent ...
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Ever get stuck trying to figure out where a pathogen is hiding in the body? Whether it’s a stubborn cold or internal heat messing with your patient’s system, understanding how external pathogens progress is essential in TCM diagnosis.
If it’s been a while since you reviewed the 6 Stages and the 4 Levels, this episode is your ref...
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What if the key to healing women’s health lies in reconnecting with the yin and feminine energies? In this episode, I sit down with acupuncturist and feminine energy advocate Irene Sanchez-Celis to explore how embracing yin energy can transform our health, cycles, and sense of self.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Why our yang-driv...
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Today, I’m breaking down one of the most essential (and often confusing!) foundations of Chinese medicine: Zang-Fu Organ Theory—and making it easy to understand.
If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to figure out a diagnosis or second-guessed your treatment plan, it might be time to go back to the basics. In TCM, there’s no wrong tr...
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What’s lurking at the bottom of your Lake of Fear? In Chinese medicine, we know fear is deeply connected to the Kidneys, the Bladder, and our very foundation—our root.
Today’s guest is Dr. Randal Lyons, also known as The Sober Shaman—an acupuncturist and shamanic practitioner who specializes in addiction recovery. This episode t...
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In Chinese medicine, we know sleep has a significant impact on the body—especially the TCM Heart. But how do we accurately differentiate symptoms for the right diagnosis?
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of the right questions to ask your patients, helping you pinpoint diagnosis with confidence.
You'l...
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Let’s talk about the one thing we probably learned the least in acupuncture and Chinese medicine school: Qi Gong. I’ll be honest—I didn’t love it at first. While I was totally into Tai Chi, Qi Gong felt slow and boring by comparison. But something shifted, and over time, I truly fell in love with it.
Today, I’m joined by Britta ...
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Let's talk about one of my favourite topics: gynecology! It's no secret that it's a complex system, but through a TCM lens, we can better understand and support our female patients.
In this episode, I discuss everything from women's physiology to menstrual health—and share key insights to help you help your ...
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I have something a little different for you today! My guest is an Ayurvedic Master—at least, that’s what I’m calling her. Dr. Shivani Gupta not only holds a master’s in Ayurvedic science but also earned a PhD focused entirely on turmeric; YES, on turmeric!
In this episode, we discuss the fascinating connections between Ayurveda...
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Did you know that over 30% of adults in North America experience anger regularly, with most people reporting feeling it about 14 times per week?
In Five Element Theory, anger is connected to the Wood Element and the Liver—but how does this manifest in the body and mind?
In this episode, I discuss the Chinese medicine perspective ...
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Are you ever at a loss when patients ask about vitamin D, magnesium, or iron supplements?
As TCM practitioners, we’re experts in Chinese medicine and acupuncture, but many of us weren’t taught a deep understanding of the nutrients our patients take daily. That’s exactly why I invited back my friend and colleague, Dr. Alex Draga...
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In Chinese medicine, we know stress has a significant impact on the body—especially the TCM Liver. But how do we accurately differentiate symptoms for the right diagnosis?
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea of the right questions to ask your patients, helping you pinpoint diagnosis with confidence.
You'...
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Have you ever wished for an evidence-based masterclass, or textbook on TCM for treating menopause—something that could help you better support your patients? My guest today, Kath Berry, had the same thought…and she made them both realities.
With 30 years of experience, Kath has dedicated her career to connecting acupuncture, Chi...
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