Meet Our Acupuncturists
Daniel Bertapelle
Licensed Acupuncturist
Daniel was born in California and raised in Port Orchard, WA. He began his pursuit of acupuncture at a young age after being exposed to it through his study of tai chi and martial arts. He attended Bastyr University, where he received his Master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Since 2011, Daniel has worked in both clinical and educational settings to make sure those he works with are provided with the best care and resources possible for their health journey. Daniel specializes in pain management and takes great satisfaction in helping people regain lost mobility and function. Daniel lives in South Seattle and in his free time, he enjoys qigong meditation, being outdoors, and spending time with his dogs.
Education:
Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Techniques: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yi Ren Qi Gong Instruction, Personalized exercise instruction
Licensure & Certifications: Acupuncture AC61405297, Certified qi gong instructor
Hobbies: Meditation, hiking/camping, martial arts
Education:
Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Techniques: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yi Ren Qi Gong Instruction, Personalized exercise instruction
Licensure & Certifications: Acupuncture AC61405297, Certified qi gong instructor
Hobbies: Meditation, hiking/camping, martial arts
Aurora Andromeda
Licensed Acupuncturist
Aurora is a licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine practitioner in Washington state. She earned her BA 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 of 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