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Ashley Smith, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Elemental Wellness Acupuncture

Ashley Smith, L.Ac.

I experienced the profound impact of Chinese Medicine after being diagnosed with a rare medical condition and struggling to find treatment options. This experience inspired me to change the trajectory of my life. I left my corporate career to study and share this powerful medicine. Years later, after being told I couldn’t get pregnant without reproductive assistance, I turned to Chinese Medicine for fertility support. Today I have two amazing children - daily reminders of the incredible resilience of our bodies, and the healing power of these ancient modalities I am so honored to practice.

I received a Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin and went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude with a Masters in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Emperor’s College in Santa Monica. There, I had the privilege of treating hundreds of patients in the community clinic, while training under world renowned practitioners. After Emperor’s, I continued my education with doctoral coursework in women’s health and reproductive medicine at Yo San University in Los Angeles.

I’m committed to treating people from all backgrounds, in all phases of life. My clinical focuses include reproductive health and fertility, menopause and peri-menopause, stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, digestive health, autoimmunity, and pain.

Anna Galle, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Elemental Wellness Acupuncture

Anna Galle, L.Ac

After experiencing debilitating back pain as a teenager I turned to yoga and traditional medicine to heal myself. In my own healing journey I learned how impactful the mind body connection is to the healing process. That is why during my time in Chinese Medicine school I completed my ThetaHealing® training and began teaching ThetaHealing® to others. I saw for myself how powerful our subconscious mind can be. When you can treat the body and the mind at the same time you can have incredible results. I have also completed training in Cranial Sacral Therapy and Traditional Mayan Abdominal Massage at the Arvigo Institute. I am certified by the Kalish Institute for Functional Medicine and I am a Dutch Test Provider.

I am deeply honored to be able to work with people from all walks of life. My greatest joy is knowing I have helped someone in their healing journey. I am grateful to all of the tremendous healers I have been able to learn from in my life.

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Lana Spiasiutsava, L.Ac.

I am a licensed acupuncturist and nationally certified by the NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine). My journey into Chinese Medicine began through personal experience—first as a professional athlete, then as a patient navigating chronic injuries, hormonal imbalances, and the physical demands of high-level sports. Acupuncture and herbal medicine not only helped me recover from multiple injuries but also transformed my overall health, inspiring me to dedicate my life to helping others heal naturally.

I specialize in treating both chronic and acute pain through acupuncture and trigger point needling. My clinical focus also includes women’s health, supporting patients with gynecological concerns, hormone balance, digestive health, stress, and anxiety. I have a particular passion for facial acupuncture, offering a natural and holistic approach to skin health and graceful aging.

My clinical training included an externship at Dongguk University Hospital in South Korea, where I observed the treatment of digestive and gynecological conditions in a hospital setting. I have also taught Korean energy yoga at the Body & Brain Yoga Center, incorporating breathwork and mindful movement to support physical and emotional well-being.

Drawing from my background in sports, movement therapies, and holistic medicine, I offer a personalized, integrative approach to care—helping patients feel stronger, more balanced, and more connected to their health.

Patient Testimonials

  • I am so happy that I found Ashley at Elemental Wellness. Not only is she very kind and easy to talk to, but she is a brilliant acupuncturist who has a wealth of knowledge about Traditional Chinese Medicine. Between her acupuncture treatments and a few other recommendations she had regarding my diet, I've already seen a great improvement in my health. Her office is also in a beautiful and peaceful space so it makes receiving treatment very relaxing. I can't recommend Ashley and Elemental Wellness enough!!

    ~M.B

  • As a martial artist and athlete I'm someone who is very in-tune with their body. I also greatly value my health and I'm always looking for ways to improve it.My treatment with Ashley was very eye-opening as it showed me that there were several elements of wellness that I had overlooked.Ashley's combination of gentle bedside-manner and passion for her work really shone through in the session.I woke up the next morning feeling very balanced and refreshed - it's clear that this person has the gift of healing.If you're looking for a masterful holistic practitioner to guide you on your journey to excellent health, look no further!

    ~N.G.

  • Anna’s ability to hold a safe space that allows healing insights to come through is unparalleled. She artfully and gently taps into the body’s wisdom, enabling powerful messages and guidance to come to the surface. The container she creates for processing what comes up during sessions feels incredibly secure. I always feel emotionally held and seen during our sessions in ways that allow beliefs and self thoughts that I’ve been keeping beneath the surface to come up and out and to be cleared and shed. Anna is a powerfully intuitive healer and I am so grateful for her gifts.

    ~L.D.

  • Anna is the first acupuncturist that I have seen consistently. I had an experience with Anna recently that really showed me what a great healer is... I had a moment of feeling horrible shame from anger I had experienced earlier that day. When I talked to Anna later that day, she truly helped me process what had happened by allowing me the space I needed to access deeper emotion. She uses needles & energy healing that is unique. I can say that if you walk into Anna's care, you will get something very special!

    ~A.D.