Dr. Amy Marie Lathrop is the Institutional Department Chair of Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Health and Science and a highly respected Licensed Acupuncturist in California. She holds a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine and a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, with a focus on research related to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and HPA-axis regulation. Dr. Lathrop is also a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, accredited by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), illustrating her commitment to professional excellence. Currently, she is pursuing a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine to deepen her understanding of the connection between the mind and body.
Her academic background is further enriched by a Master of Science in Health and Human Performance, with a concentration on psychoneuroimmunology and mental health. As a certified Health Coach and expert in Facial Applications for Cosmetic Enhancement, Dr. Lathrop integrates lifestyle and aesthetic insights into her holistic practice. Additionally, she offers energy healing as a Reiki Master and Theta healing practitioner. She also innovatively combines acupuncture with Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to advance mental health treatments