About 

Donnielle James L.Ac is a licensed acupuncturist based in Santa Monica with 20  years of experience working in a variety of settings.  Her career began working in counselling and mental health, primarily working with women and teens dealing with addiction and related issues. After graduating from Pepperdine University, she completed a certification as a pilates teacher under Marie Jose Blom, and adapted a teaching approach influenced by her experience recovering from sports related orthopedic injuries, years of studying classical ballet and coursework in movement therapy.

As an acupuncturist, she actively pursues continuing education related to gynecology, integrative reproductive medicine,  sports medicine / orthopedics and mental wellness.  She has served as Clincal Faculty at Emperor's College, and is an active faculty member at Yo San University.  Additionally, she has been a speaker for multiple organisations and institutions  on the benefits of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine and Integrative Care 

As a pilates teacher, she has over 20 years of experience working in clinical settings providing: sport specific conditioning,  general fitness,  injury recovery, postural assessment, movement education, pre/post natal support, and post surgical rehabilitation with a focus on body positivity. 


In her free time. she enjoys plant-based cooking, knitting,   pickleball and trying different sports and workouts . 
 Treatment Philosophy  " I believe in providing an integrative approach to health and fitness with an emphasis on patient education, inclusive care and health at every size"  



Education & Certifications
Masters of Acupuncture and Traditional East Asian Medicine - Emperor's College 
Master of Arts - Psychology -Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Sociology- University of Oregon
Certified in Ways of  Council Practice and Facilitation 
Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor
Advances in Pilates  Technique -Certification Long Beach Dance Conditioning

Community Involvement 
Volunteer Acupuncture Without Borders and Integrtaive Healers Action Network (Palisades and Eaton Fire Response)
Board Member - Seva With Love 401c 

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