Meet Our Acupuncturists
Aurora Andromeda
Licensed Acupuncturist
Aurora is a licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine practitioner in Washington State. She earned her B.A. in chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and began her medical journey at UNC School of Medicine. During her studies, Aurora apprenticed with Indigenous tribes in the Peruvian Amazon, deepening her knowledge of medicinal plants and fostering a passion for holistic healing. She later completed her Doctor of Acupuncture degree at Bastyr University in the Pacific Northwest. Aurora specializes in women’s health, fertility support, pain management, autoimmunity, oncology, facial acupuncture, and mental-emotional well-being. Aurora spent a month in Asia volunteering in the Tibetan refugee communities in Nepal and falling in love with the majestic beauty of Bhutan. In her free time, she loves to travel, be in the ocean, dance, meditate, do yoga, and read.
Education:
Bastyr University - Doctor of Acupuncture, Master of Acupuncture
Techniques:
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Japanese Meridian Therapy, Shiatsu, Trigger Point Therapy, Facial Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, Eastern lifestyle and dietary recommendations
Licensure:
WA state licensed, NCCAOM board certified
Hobbies:
Doing yoga, Meditating, Practicing Taiji, Traveling
Education:
Bastyr University - Doctor of Acupuncture, Master of Acupuncture
Techniques:
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Japanese Meridian Therapy, Shiatsu, Trigger Point Therapy, Facial Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, Eastern lifestyle and dietary recommendations
Licensure:
WA state licensed, NCCAOM board certified
Hobbies:
Doing yoga, Meditating, Practicing Taiji, Traveling
Dr. Summer Baptist
Licensed Acupuncturist & Naturopathic Doctor
Dr. Summer is a licensed acupuncturist and naturopathic doctor with more than 19 years of clinical experience, including work in hospital oncology programs with the Swedish Cancer Institute and Northwest Medical Specialties. She has extensive expertise in providing pain relief and managing chronic conditions, including for cancer survivors throughout all stages of care, before, during, and after treatment.
She holds a special interest in women’s health, particularly in caring for peri- and post-menopausal women. Her focus includes addressing hot flashes, joint pain, brain fog, and irregular menstruation. Dr. Summer is regarded as an authority in developing safe and effective strategies for hormonal balance, both for individuals with and without a history of cancer. Known for her compassionate and collaborative approach, Dr. Summer listens deeply and partners with her patients to create personalized, effective treatment plans, aiming to help them thrive, not just survive.
Education:
B.S. in Natural Health Sciences, Nutrition – Bastyr University
M.S. in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
M.P.H. – University of Massachusetts Amherst
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine – Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Techniques:
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Trigger point therapy, Moxibustion, Cupping, Tui Na massage, Gua Sha, Eastern lifestyle and dietary recommendations.
Licensure:
Washington State Licensed Acupuncturist
Washington State Licensed Naturopathic Doctor
Hobbies:
Water sports, hiking, yoga, and whol- foods cooking.
She holds a special interest in women’s health, particularly in caring for peri- and post-menopausal women. Her focus includes addressing hot flashes, joint pain, brain fog, and irregular menstruation. Dr. Summer is regarded as an authority in developing safe and effective strategies for hormonal balance, both for individuals with and without a history of cancer. Known for her compassionate and collaborative approach, Dr. Summer listens deeply and partners with her patients to create personalized, effective treatment plans, aiming to help them thrive, not just survive.
Education:
B.S. in Natural Health Sciences, Nutrition – Bastyr University
M.S. in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
M.P.H. – University of Massachusetts Amherst
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine – Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
Techniques:
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Trigger point therapy, Moxibustion, Cupping, Tui Na massage, Gua Sha, Eastern lifestyle and dietary recommendations.
Licensure:
Washington State Licensed Acupuncturist
Washington State Licensed Naturopathic Doctor
Hobbies:
Water sports, hiking, yoga, and whol- foods cooking.