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DR. KEELY TAYLOR

Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine 
Myofascial Pain Specialist 
Animal Acupuncturist

Keely Taylor is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, licensed in California. She received her Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Oriental Medicine (MAOM) from South Baylo University. She completed her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) from Pacific College of Health and Science. Keely is also an Allied health provider in the Hypermobile and Ehlers-Danlos (EDS) communities.

Keely’s career began when she became a Nationally Certified Therapeutic Bodyworker (NCBTMB) at the age of 20. Now, with over 16 years of experience, Keely has received over 8,000 hours of education along with thousands of hours of research and personal experience to create the highest-level services possible and to provide all her patients with quality, result-driven treatments.

Keely Taylor, woman smiling during sunset

Keely’s clinical specialty is Myofascial Pain Management and Cosmetic Acupuncture for facial rejuvenation, with extensive training in the myofascial system, trigger point therapy, and neuromuscular release.  By combining her previous bodywork knowledge along with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, she has created a unique experience that helps get to the source of your discomfort and provides treatments with lasting results.

Along with treating humans, Keely also treats animals, specifically horses. In 2024, she completed her training as an animal acupuncturist and is a Fellow of the American Board of Animal Acupuncture. 

Keely founded Yūgen Wellness in 2022 with the intention of creating a safe space for deep healing to take place.  At Yūgen Wellness, you will receive one-on-one care to understand your needs and create a unique treatment plan that engages the body's natural ability to repattern and heal itself. The goal is to address all parts of the person, mind, body and soul. This is done by using various modalities like acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, movement, breathwork, and food therapy—all the while, empowering you on your journey to reach your vision of health.

The principles and foundational theories of this powerful medicine have now been integrated into her daily life as well as her practice. She lives by the same principles that she guides her patients towards.

When she is not studying or with patients, there are a few other places you'll find her - On top of a horse, out in nature either hiking, overlanding or nature bathing. She is also a lover of music. It is in these places that she feels the most balanced and grounded. 

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KEELY'S APPROACH

It all starts with you. 

Keely's mission is for her patients to take responsibility for their health and reclaim their innate ability to heal themselves by providing a space for patients to transform and connect with their bodies.

As your practitioner, she will provide a safe and comfortable setting, guiding you down the healing path and relieving you of stress, and even supporting your recovery from previous ailments or discomforts. In this way, you will effectively master your life.

 It is her belief that her patient's needs are of the utmost importance. She is committed to meeting those needs. Community members in need of services will not be turned away due to lack of funds. Every body matters!

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

EDUCATION​

Lexington Healing Arts Academy

Therapeutic Massage Program, Lexington KY​, 2007

Georgia Esthetics Apprenticeship

3,000 hours, Savannah GA, 2013

Savannah Zen Center

Reiki I/II/Master/Teacher Training, Savannah, GA, 2015 - 2016

South Baylo University

Masters of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Anaheim, CA, 2022

Pacific College of Health & Science

Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, San Diego, CA, 2023

Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture

Animal Acupuncture Certification, Phoenix, AZ, 2024

CONTINUING EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

National Certification of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, 2007

 Medical Massage & Trigger Point Therapy, 2010

Advanced Trigger Point Therapy, 2010

Advanced Aromatherapy, 2011

Myofascial Release, 2012

Qi Gong & Food Healing, 2014 and 2016

Muscle Energy Technique,  2016

Equine Sports Massage, 2017

 Advanced Cupping Techniques, 2019

Treating Neuromuscular Facial Conditions,  2022

Medical Mirconeedling, 2022

Facial Acupuncture Advanced Certification, 2022

Animal Acupuncture Certification, 2024

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 CA LAc #- 19538 ​                   NCBTMB #- 545123-07

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