About Dr. Terra Gabriela Cintas, DAcHM, Dipl. AHM, L.Ac
Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist
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Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist | Scalp Acupuncture Specialist
Dr. Terra is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist with advanced training in Fang-style scalp acupuncture — a highly effective technique that bridges Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern neuroscience to treat a wide range of conditions. She is deeply passionate about connecting ancient healing traditions with modern biomedical science to support the full spectrum of health and wellbeing.
Dr. Terra draws on TCM philosophy to identify the root cause of disease, while applying science-backed methods that treat the body as one integrated system. In addition to scalp and body acupuncture, she incorporates cupping, electrical stimulation, moxibustion, and herbal medicine into her treatment plans, tailoring each approach to the individual patient.
Areas of Specialty
Dr. Terra treats a wide variety of conditions, with particular focus on:
Chronic pain and traumatic injuries
Neurological conditions
Mental and emotional health, including anxiety and depression
Chronic hormonal and digestive issues
Skin conditions
Above all, Dr. Terra's priority is creating a safe, comfortable environment where patients feel supported throughout their healing journey.
Her Path to Chinese Medicine
Dr. Terra's path to Chinese medicine began with a deep appreciation for the human body, developed while competing internationally as an elite acrobatic gymnast. She entered college intending to pursue medical school, but when her own health challenges responded to acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary and lifestyle changes, her perspective shifted.
As she worked toward a more balanced way of living, she found a natural fit in a medicine built on the principle of balance itself. That discovery redirected her path from Western medicine to Eastern medicine — though her fascination with how the two intersect has never faded.
Outside the Clinic
When she's not treating patients, Dr. Terra is a certified yoga teacher who loves surfing, hiking, snowboarding, and any activity that gets her outdoors and moving.
Dr. Terra treats on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 AM-6 PM, Fridays 1 PM-5 PM, and every other Sunday, 9 AM-5 PM. Dr. Terra is fluent in English.
To contact Dr. Terra directly, email TerraC@boxacupuncture.com
Education:
B.A., Psychology, Minor in Biology — University of California, Santa Cruz
Master's/Doctorate in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine — Five Branches University