Yasi Ayat, DACM, L.Ac.
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented TCM practitioner with versatile skills in patient care, problem-solving and communication. Comprehensive experience collaborating across departments and with various patient populations to optimize healthcare outcomes and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Acupuncturist
Transcending Health
04.2025 - Current
- Use acupuncture, Chinese herbal formulas and dietary/lifestyle counseling to treat a diverse patient population
- Create online education material for patients
Licensed Acupuncturist
Petaluma Health Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided acupuncture treatment and diet/lifestyle counseling in an integrative health clinic
- Created educational presentations for health care providers in various clinical departments
- Worked with leadership team to expand acupuncture services
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
Licensed Acupuncturist
The Botanical Bus
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided acupuncture treatments, herbal therapy and lifestyle counseling at weekly integrative health clinics for underserved communities.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Petaluma Community Acupuncture Clinic
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Utilized acupuncture, cupping and Chinese herbal medicine to treat patients in a fast-paced community acupuncture setting
Clinical Acupuncture Intern
University of California, Berkeley
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided acupuncture treatment for general public and student-athletes as part of the UC Berkeley integrative sports medicine department
- Participated in ongoing clinical case discussions and team meetings to contribute valuable insights and learn from peers' experiences with unique patient cases.
Metalsmith & Designer
YZA Design
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Designed and created custom jewelry using precious metals and stones
Clinic Manager
Flagstaff Naturopathic Clinic
06.1997 - 07.2000
- Managed front office and custom herbal pharmacy.
- Filled herbal pharmacy orders and maintained herbal prescription records.
Education
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine - Integrative Health
Pacific College of Health And Science
San Diego, CA2022
Master of Science - Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
Berkeley, CA2021
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH1995
Skills
- Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Women's Health
- Patient Education
- Electronic Health Records
- Wellness Coaching
- Healthcare Presentations
Certification
- Virginia State Board Licensed Acupuncturist, 2025
- National Board-Certified Acupuncturist, 2024
- California State Board Licensed Acupuncturist, 2022
Professional Organizations
- Acupuncture Society of Virginia, 2025
- Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, 2024
- Integrative Medicine for the Underserved, 2024
- Acupuncturists Without Borders, 2021
- California State Oriental Medicine Association, 2018
Timeline
Licensed Acupuncturist
Transcending Health
04.2025 - Current
Licensed Acupuncturist
Petaluma Health Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
Licensed Acupuncturist
The Botanical Bus
08.2022 - 12.2024
Licensed Acupuncturist
Petaluma Community Acupuncture Clinic
05.2022 - 06.2023
Clinical Acupuncture Intern
University of California, Berkeley
01.2020 - 12.2021
Metalsmith & Designer
YZA Design
01.2010 - 12.2019
Clinic Manager
Flagstaff Naturopathic Clinic
06.1997 - 07.2000
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine - Integrative Health
Pacific College of Health And Science
Master of Science - Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Dartmouth College
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