Meet Amanda…
You get an idea of the philosophy behind Amanda Lee’s acupuncture practice by catching the tail end of one of her yoga classes. Amanda, who has a master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, as well as yoga teaching and Thai massage certifications, concludes each class by having students vigorously rub their hands together. Experiencing the creation of a bit of qi, each student then places their hands wherever on their body they feel they need it most.
After years of education, practice, and discovery, Amanda now runs a Hermosa Beach-based acupuncture practice Kuleana Holistic Health. A typical appointment may include cupping, guasha, and/or an herbal consultation, depending on the needs and wants of the patient.
Amanda grew up on the island of Martha’s Vineyard and moved to Southern California after college, where she studied at Northeastern University’s vaunted pre-med program. In the midst of preparing for the MCAT, she took a trip to Sri Lanka to work at an orphanage. It was there that she first began seriously practicing yoga, and when she returned, she underwent teacher training. Upon completing her training, Amanda began teaching yoga and also became a spin instructor. As often happens, such an active lifestyle began taking a toll on her body, which she addressed with regular acupuncture treatments. It was during this time that Amanda fell in love with the power of acupuncture.
Years later, on a yoga retreat in Costa Rica, Amanda decided to dedicate herself to the study and practice of acupuncture. Upon her return to the U.S., she enrolled at Emperor’s College. During her time there, she participated in clinical training at Being Alive Community Clinic in West Hollywood, California, as well as at the prestigious Roy and Patricia Disney Family Cancer Center in Burbank, California, and Venice Family Clinic in Santa Monica. Amanda graduated with honors and a Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the esteemed Emperor’s College in May 2018.
Amanda Lee is nationally board-certified and licensed by the State of California. She continues to teach a variety of yoga, and group fitness classes in the South Bay. She lives in Manhattan Beach with her Husband Rian and pet potbelly pig "Piggie Smallz"!
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