Welcome to Inner Body Data™ - Self Empowered Healthcare
Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Cupping, Moxa, GuaSha, Somatic Awareness, & More
Hello! My name is Sinéad and I am a Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified Herbalist, Yoga & Qigong instructor, martial artist, dancer, and lover of embodiment practices! I spent the last 6 years in San Francisco, CA studying at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of the California Institute of Integral Studies. I’ve trained with world-class practitioners and experts in the field in California, Hong Kong, and China. In May 2020, I relocated to North Carolina, where I am primarily based. I travel to the Bay Area 2-3 months per year both in order to teach qigong as well as to continue advanced mentorship in the fields of infertility treatment, holistic skin care and anti-aging medicine including Microneedling & Cosmetic acupuncture, and pain management. (I will soon be available for in-person treatment in both states!)
I ALSO TEACH QIGONG, YOGA, & DANCE CLASSES ON THE ISLAND OF KAUAI sporadically, where I am helping to build a Chinese Herbal Medicine Garden under the guidance of Peg Schafer, expert gardener of Traditional Chinese plant medicines. Stay tuned for the slowly growing DAKINE RETREAT CENTER in Kauai, Hawai’i!
In APRIL 2021, I opened the INNER BODY DATA™ COMMUNITY EAR ACUPUNCTURE + CUPPING CLINIC in Chapel Hill, NC.
My current clinic focus in my private practice is preventative medicine, natural hormone balancing, and holistic beauty utilizing acupuncture, microneedling, guaSha, facial cupping, herbal medicine, and dietary recommendations for healthy skin from within. I am passionate about the ways in which our beauty motivates us to care for our health, and how the body’s image is a messenger of the health of our inner world. I strive to help patients connect the dots between their external goals (in beauty and/or health) and their ability to listen inwardly. It is my intention to reconnect you to the healing power of Nature, the mind, and the connection to your sensuality and creative expression for self-healing. In my one-on-one work with patients, I utilize both acupuncture as well as my 13+ years of teaching experience in yoga, qigong, and the somatic movement arts.
When you finish treatment with me, I want you to FEEL MORE ALIVE, TURNED ON, and EMPOWERED in your day to day life.
In addition to my in-person work with acupuncture, I AM AVAILABLE FOR TELEMEDICINE CONSULTATIONS INCLUDING HERBAL MEDICINE, “MOVEMENT AS MEDICINE” (PRIVATE & PERSONALIZED YOGA/QI GONG/DANCE/MEDITATION LESSONS), DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS, SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS, & SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE & HABIT TRANSFORMATION + OPTIMIZING YOUR DAILY ROUTINE.
I would love to meet you & share my love of holistic health & beauty. Check out the Community Acupuncture + Cupping Clinic, book a PRIVATE APPOINTMENT or a HOME-VISIT (must schedule initial consultation first using the Private Appointment link), or come see me for COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE (includes microneedling). See below for details!
HAVE YOU TRIED COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE?
Microneedling + Cosmetic Acupuncture (Natural Face Lift) in Chapel Hill (&Coming soon to Raleigh/Cary!)
SPECIALITIES
PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE
(HEALTH OPTIMIZATION • ENHANCED PRODUCTIVITY • PEAK ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE)
SPORTS MEDICINE/WORKOUT RECOVERY (Including DRY NEEDLING, CUPPING, & ELECTRICAL STIMULATION)
COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE (Including MICRONEEDLING, GUA SHA LYPMH DRAINAGE, & FACIAL CUPPING)
AURICULAR ACUPUNCTURE (COMMUNITY CLINIC)
Read more about auricular (ear) acupuncture below. Good for detox, addiction, appetite regulation, stress relief, PMS, body pain, sleep issues, depression, and more.
HERBAL MEDICINE
“MOVEMENT AS MEDICINE”
(Personalized Yoga & Qi Gong Routine creation)I would love to meet you in person and/or over ZOOM to discuss your health goals!
Community Auricular Acupuncture & Cupping with Sinéad, LAc., DACM
(Founder of Inner Body Data™)
Located in Downtown Raleigh & Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill Location: inside the YogaShala- 204 W. Main St. Carrboro, NC 27513
The Triangle Area’s First Ever
COMMUNITY EAR ACUPUNCTURE + CUPPING CLINIC
30 min Appointments
(First time patients: watch the video above and scroll down to read the FAQs)
Located in Chapel Hill
By appointment only
SPECIAL EVENT: DONATION ONLY DETOX DAY
MAY 27th - Suggested Donation $20-60; By appointment only. Book here
What Is Auricular Acupuncture?
“Ear acupuncture is an independent micro-system of acupuncture, not unlike foot reflexology, where points on the ear act as reflex points for the whole body. EA became famous in its ability to treat drug addiction, cravings and withdrawal symptoms in a community setting. Other protocols have subsequently been developed to address a wide variety of illness such as insomnia, anxiety, stress related symptoms, pain, smoking cessation, menstrual disorders and PMS, as well as general wellness and preventative care….Read more”
Meet your Acupuncturist!
Sinéad, LAc., DACM earned her Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (TCM) from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco, California. A UNC-Chapel Hill alumni, Sinéad studied Preventative Medicine prior to training in TCM. From 2016-2020, Sinéad completed part of her clinical training at the Community Ear Acupuncture Project in the Bay Area. She is thrilled to bring her four years of clinical experience in Auricular Acupuncture to the Triangle Area.
Prefer Private 1hr-long Sessions, or non-contact Telemedicine for Herbs, Supplements, & Dietary Recommendations?
EAR ACUPUNCTURE FAQ
What can Ear Acupuncture help with?
The most common health conditions that are benefited by ear acupuncture are pain, addiction, weight loss, stress, anxiety PMS, digestive issues, and depression. There is also a special ear acupuncture protocol for addiction and substance abuse recovery.
How does it work?
Small, thin needles are inserted 1-3mm into the external ear while the patient is comfortably seated.
How long does it take?
Needles are retained for 20-40 minutes.
Does it hurt?
Initial sensation can range from nothing to a sting, a pinch, a sensation of heat, or pressure. The ear may redden or lightly bleed when the needle is withdrawn - this is normal.
How should I prepare?
Be sure to have eaten something the day of your appointment.
Come hydrated.
What are your COVID precautions?
PPE, double air purification/HEPA filtration, medical-grade disinfection after every visit, social distancing, and sterile/single-use needles. We follow CDC Guidelines for infection prevention and Standard Procedure.
Patients’ temperature will be taken with a non-touch thermometer prior to entry. Patients exhibiting relevant symptoms will not be permitted. Hand washing required upon entry. Patients (who are not medically exempt) are required to wear face-mask during treatment.
Can my child have ear acupuncture?
Yes. Read more here.
Where can I read more about Ear Acupuncture?
Have a Question?
EXPLORE ALL OFFERINGS
Telemedicine (includes lifestyle transformation, herbal medicine, diet & supplement recommendations, and personalized exercises based in Traditional Chinese Medicine and the latest biomedical research)
Community Auricular Acupuncture (book here for Chapel Hill)
Private Acupuncture, new patient (book here)
Acupuncture Facials ( Microneedling, Cosmetic Acupuncture, GuaSha, and Facial Cupping) (book a consultation)
WEEKLY YOGA, QI GONG, DANCE, AND SOMATIC AWARENESS CLASSES
Herbal Medicine Consultation
Interested in (vegan) Chinese Herbal Medicine for IMMUNE BOOSTING AND TOTAL BODY BALANCE?
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon or evening of Community Acupuncture & Cupping. Rest is powerful medicine!
Looking forward to meeting you and serving all my communities of the Triangle Area, Bay Area, and my Kaua’i Ohana!
~Dr. Sinéad, LAc., MS, DACM