And some know me by the name HOGEN sokuren.

With close to 20 years practicing acupuncture, my approach is firmly rooted in the East-Asian modalities of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.

My motivation to practice acupuncture arises from seeing how this medicine can support individuals physically, mentally and emotionally. My intention is to see you through your health challenges. This may be through acupuncture, Chinese herbs, or through a referral to a trusted healthcare provider.

My experience includes:

• Almost 20 years of private full time practice since 2007 with an emphasis on chronic pain (Veteran’s affairs in network practitioner), obstetrics, gynecology, and dermatology (active referrals from the VA).

• Owned and managed all aspects of of a successful integrated health clinic with 3-6 contractors and 1 employee for over 15 years. Transitioned this business into new ownership and it continues to thrive.

• National board certification in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).

• Licensed acupuncturist in the state of Michigan since 2007.

• Member of the Michigan Society of Acupuncturists

• Specialized training in gynecological and fertility studies, Chinese herbal approaches for dermatology as taught by Mazin and ear acupuncture as taught by Dr. Huang.

• 3 year Master’s degree from the accredited school Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine in Seattle, WA.

• Vipassana meditation as taught by SN Goenka beginning in 2001.

• Ordained monk and student of Sokuzan of the Order of Immediate Light, a Soto Zen lineage which teaches shikantaza meditation. Specialized teaching in a therapy called Deep consciousness exploration as taught by Sokuzan.

• Returned Peace Corp Volunteer Russia 2000-2002

• BA in Biology and Art History from Washington University in St. Louis with premed curriculum.