The STORY THAT LEADS TO Java Acupuncture

Hello!

I’m Deanna Shinsky. I am a California Board Licensed Acupuncturist and Nationally Certified Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Practitioner. I earned my Masters and Doctorate in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University in San Jose, California. I have a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science with a specialization in Neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego. 

From a young age, I recognized that suffering is not arbitrary but rather a signal of underlying imbalances that need to be addressed. This realization led me to pursue a career in Chinese medicine, where I have found the tools to guide individuals towards the root causes of their ailments and offer holistic healing solutions. I am committed to helping my patients tap into their body's innate healing abilities and empowering them to take charge of their well-being.

I am dedicated to providing personalized care that addresses the unique needs of each patient, drawing upon the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine to promote healing on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. 

Beyond my dedication to health and wellness, I am passionate about exploring diverse interests such as Crossfit, acting, theatre, improv, and travel, which enrich my life and contribute to my well-rounded perspective.

Dr. Deanna treats patients on: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday

I grew up in Southern Vietnam, where Vietnamese and Chinese herbal medicine and dietetics were essential to my upbringing. But it wasn't until my older daughter, Sydney, was diagnosed with autism that I became interested in learning Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. This amazing medicine has done a miracle for my daughter's indigestion and insomnia.

I hope I can offer you the same effective care. I will listen carefully to your condition and create a practical treatment plan for your lifestyle. I'll ensure you feel safe and well during treatment.

I'd like to share a little about myself if you're interested. Growing up, I competed in soccer, hacky sack, and martial arts, so I understand how important it is to keep our bodies strong and our muscles supple. I have my fair share of injuries from taking care of my special needs child, who is almost as big as I am. I feel your ache and pain and the long nights you care for your babies. I can help. I've also been an avid rock climber indoors and outdoors for 18 years, teaching yoga for 14 years, and treating injuries and chronic pain for over 30 years using Shaolin martial arts channels and fascial techniques I learned from my master, Thay An (Teacher An). 

I'm forever grateful for Thay An & Thay Kim, Steven Woodley, Sean Si, Julie Zhu, Nick Hancock, Robyn Sodders, Aaron Lee, Jamie Hampton, Josh Lerner, and many more, who have taught me almost everything I know. My father, who passed away, advised me from a young age that when I become a doctor, I should treat patients from the heart and never nurture illness.

You wouldn't believe how many times my dad went to see a doctor and came home with medication that had their package removed; he had no idea which medication he was taking and how long it would take him to recover. He returned to his doctor weekly. You will keep me informed about what I'm doing and my treatment plan. I'd never give you an herbal prescription that you need to take for months or years. My mission is to get you well and send you back out to the world of joy, family, and friends. Please don't go and party too hard, though. 

As much as I love being in this community and sharing my love of medicine seven days a week (I really do!), I take much-needed time off Saturday and Sunday to be with my young daughters (9-year-old Sydney who inspired me to acupuncture and 4-year-old Emily who did part of our logo). They grow up too fast! I love food and coffee (hello, Java!) very much. 

I specialize in pelvic health, neuropathy, pain and aches during pregnancy, and chronic fatigue.

Certifications & Trainings

- Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (Myopains Seminars)

- Advanced Pelvic Floor Acupuncture & Dry Needling (ASE Seminars)

- Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation level 1 & 2 (Herman & Wallace)

- Oncology in Pelvic Floor (Herman & Wallace)

- Certified Functional Movement Therapist

- Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Acupuncture

- Certified Yoga Instructor

- Certified in Tune Up Fitness and Corrective Exercise

- Certified Thai Massage Therapist

- Certified in Micro Needling

- Certified in Light Therapy Facial Rejuvenation

Style of Acupuncture

- Dry Needling Therapy

- Pelvic Floor Needling Therapy

- Traditional Method of Acupuncture

- Richard Tan Balance Method of Acupuncture

- Electro-Acupuncture

- Facial Acupuncture

Education

- Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University

- Master's in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University

- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

If you're interested, you can read more about me below