Dr. Guillaume Vincent, L.Ac., DAcOM, MSTOM, CMT – Clinic Director/Owner is originally from Paris, France and moved to the U.S. in 2002. He started his career as a mechanical engineer in the aeronautic and automobile industry. After discovering acupuncture in 2004, he began studying Chinese Medicine. Guillaume became a licensed acupuncturist in 2009. He had a private practice in Telluride, Colorado and also one in Austin, specializing in women’s health and sports medicine. Guillaume has worked as an acupuncturist in medical centers including St-Jude’s children hospital, San Diego Hospice, Owen’s HIV clinics, and UCSD RIMAC sports clinic. He has a doctoral degree in acupuncture and integrative medicine, focused on chronic pain and mental health. In addition to his position at Acupuncture Together, he teaches and supervises intern clinics at AOMA, the pain management department at the Austin V.A, and formerly at the Austin Recovery Addiction Treatment Center.

Through his years of experience, Guillaume has worked in a variety of acupuncture clinics. He believes that the community acupuncture model offers the highest healing potential for patients due to the group energy effect and its financial accessibility.

Guillaume is a licensed acupuncturist, (Texas number #AC01283) and a certified acu-detox specialist.

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Allison Palomaki, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified.

Allison graduated from Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (now Texas Health and Science University) in Austin in 2012. She is a licensed acupuncturist by the state of Texas and nationally certified (NCCAOM). Allison worked at a community acupuncture clinic in Round Rock, Texas, for 8 years (Goodpoint Acupuncture) before joining Acupuncture Together. She loves the community-style clinic model as it allows her to support the healing of many while keeping treatments affordable. She has also worked at the Apple Wellness Center for 8 years.

Allison decided to pursue a career in Chinese medicine after her chronic headaches were cured through Acupuncture treatments. She enjoys helping others regain their health using acupuncture, herbs, and food as medicine.

As a former competitive swimmer, she has an interest in treating athletes and sports-related injuries. Having two young boys has led her to become passionate in the fields of pediatrics, women’s health, fertility, and pregnancy. Allison is so excited to be part of the Acupuncture Together team and is looking forward to meeting you!

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Laura Aoki, a distinguished licensed acupuncturist, brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to her practice. With over a decade of experience, Laura holds licensure from the Texas State Board and is nationally board-certified by the NCCAOM. Graduating as Valedictorian from Texas Health and Science University in 2013, Laura has honed her craft in various clinical environments, including notable establishments such as Acupuncture Associates in Round Rock, Achieve Integrated Health, and the Wellness Center at Apple’s Austin Campus. Laura’s journey in holistic healing began as a testament to her deep-seated passion for aiding others. Initially embarking on a path in nursing, her trajectory shifted after being introduced to Eastern medicine through her brother’s transformative journey of healing back pain that was deemed insurmountable. In her 20s Laura’s encounter with acupuncture, overcoming anxiety and depression, was pivotal. She discovered her vocation within the holistic realm, drawn to its comprehensive approach addressing mind, body, and spirit. With a focus on general family practice and specializing in emotional disorders, digestive ailments, chronic pain, women’s health, and fertility, Laura’s expertise lies in unraveling the root causes of ailments, rather than merely alleviating symptoms—a testament to her unwavering commitment to holistic healing. Laura finds profound fulfillment in community-style acupuncture, embracing its inclusive nature and the collective healing energy it fosters. Firmly believing in equitable access to treatment, she champions affordability and accessibility, ensuring that everyone, regardless of income, can benefit from acupuncture’s transformative potential. Outside her professional endeavors, Laura’s pursuits reflect her holistic lifestyle. Crafting homemade herbal tinctures, immersing herself in nature through hiking, gardening, and nurturing her spiritual side with the beauty of rocks and crystals, Laura finds balance in her diverse interests. With a heart devoted to family, she cherishes moments spent with her husband, two children, and two feline companions, embodying the holistic principles she espouses in both her personal and professional life.

Laura is looking forward to meeting you at the clinic!

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Ainge (pronounced “Eeng”) holds a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from AOMA, Austin Texas. He is a Texas Medical Board certified Licensed Acupuncturist. He specializes in pain management, internal medicine, women’s health, mental health, facial paralysis, and stroke recovery. Ainge has extensive experience in both private clinics, treating patients one on one, and community clinics.

Before becoming an acupuncturist, Ainge had climbed the corporate ladder for over a decade. His calling to serve and his passion for healing led him to a career transition into acupuncture.

Ainge is excited to be part of Acupuncture Together, the group healing effect and the accessibility of community acupuncture make it, for him, the best option for patients to access ongoing acupuncture care to get results. He is also grateful to be able to serve a great number of patients.

Some of Ainge’s previous clinical experience includes the AOMA family clinic, the Healing Warriors Program in Colorado (helping veterans and their families with pain management, PTSD, and sleep disorders), and St. David’s North Austin Medical Center providing acupuncture and manual therapy to the medical staff of ICU & ER units.

Outside of the clinic Ainge coaches acupuncture students by sharing his knowledge in Chinese herbal medicine. (Texas license # AC01938)

Ainge (pronounced “Eeng”) holds a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from... Read More