Licensed Acupuncturist [she/her]
I grew up on the NW Oregon coast, being surrounded by the lush forests and abundant plant life of the Pacific Northwest nurtured my love for herbs and plant medicine from an early age. As I began studying Indigenous plant traditions, I discovered East Asian Medicine. This discovery, combined with my heart for healing, led me to pursue formal training in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Creating a space where you feel truly seen and heard is central to my work. I believe the deepest healing happens best when you feel relaxed and supported . My practice is rooted in compassion and inclusivity, and I am committed to providing a welcoming environment for ALL people.
I hold a special place in my heart for reproductive health and inclusive family building and feel honored to walk alongside people through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and into menopause. I also have specialized training in integrative cancer care, as well as pediatric care, offering gentle, non-insertive therapies.
I bring with me two decades in experience as a practitioner of Acupuncture and East Asian medicine. I believe in caring for the whole person and gently uncovering the root of imbalance so true healing can unfold. At each visit I work to collaborate, taking time to listen, adjust, and create a plan that feels supportive and aligned with your unique goals. I have been fortunate to work in several integrative medical settings alongside physicians and specialists, supporting patients through complex health challenges, including substance use disorders and cancer care. When I am not at working at Lilac Family care , I also work at the OHSU Knight Cancer Center in Astoria, Oregon, where I provide acupuncture to patients receiving chemotherapy and radiation. It is rewarding to witness how East Asian medicine can support the body during conventional treatment.
I earned my Master of Health Sciences in Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle in 2003. My clinical training took place at Bastyr Center for Natural Health and at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Shanghai, China. Studying in China was a profound experience that connected me directly to the living lineage of Chinese Medicine and deeply shaped the way I practice today.
When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll likely find me wandering forest trails, soaking in the beauty of the Northwest. I cherish time with my partner, son and our animals. I love cooking, studying herbal medicine, and sewing.
Hilary is in network with Kaiser/Heraya and select Providence plans (more coming soon)
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