About Us: Meet Our People
Acupuncturists
Judith and Lia Andrews, L.Ac., received their Masters of Science in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in a lineage-based, Daoist school in Culver City calledYo San University. Their schooling was 4 1/2 years long. Chinese herbology study was emphasized as much as acupuncture. Qigong and Tai Chi classes were required every semester. The majority of their teachers were accomplished TCM practitioners in China and taught a more heavy-handed needling style with a simple yet profound philosophy of the medicine. Though their style of needling has been modified for our American culture and our ever-changing world, they maintain a great deal of love and respect for the long lineage of teachers they've had.
They are both certified by the California Acupuncture Board and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Judith and Lia studied Traditional Chinese Medical dermatology under Dr. Yue-ying Li. They have received advanced training in cosmetic acupuncture from Mary Elizabeth Wakefield, L.Ac., MS, and learned the Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System(TM)from Dr. Martha Lucas, Ph.D., L.Ac. and Denise Ellinger, L.Ac. They are trained in Mien Shiang Facial Diagnosis from the Mien Shiang Institute, Los Angeles, CA. Judith and Lia are currently pursuing their Doctorates in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego. They are also participating in a pilot study on Prostate Cancer Radiation patients at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego.
Judith Andrews, L.Ac.
Judith Andrews chose to join a Daoist lineage, but she was born into a family of allopathic doctors. She was groomed from childhood for a medical profession, following her father on house calls. A changing medical field and the illness of her daughter made her choose a different approach. Cinnabar is the culmination of her dream, where her attention to detail and passion for being of service find the perfect home.
Lia Andrews, L.Ac.
"I became an acupuncturist after my own health problems as a teenager. After experiencing hormonal problems I was diagnosed with a pituitary adenoma. My first acupuncture treatment changed the way I thought about my health. In 3 months I was a healthy person. A year after I started treatment my MRI showed the tumor was gone." Lia attended Bryn Mawr College and the College of William & Mary. She was pre med and received her BA in International Studies, with a minor in Spanish Literature. Lia's ecclectic interests include Jiu-Jitsu, yoga, and kettlebells..
Clinic Director
Bob Andrews
Bob Andrews is a retired marketing executive from Dupont. He brings his integrity, organization skills, and love of people to his position as Clinic Director.
Massage Therapists
Jessica, massage therapist, HHP, esthetician
"I have a therapeutic focus but still feel that my clients should be spoiled in treatments."
Jessica focused her 1,000 hours of massage training in both Eastern and Western healing techniques. Her many talents include Thai, sports, and deep tissue massage. As a mom, Jessica really enjoys prenatal massage and working with teens. She has been practicing both esthetics and massage for 5 years.
Sabrina, massage therapist, HHP, endermologist
"My goal is to partner with clients in wellness to help them achieve their ultimate health."
Sabrina is a native San Diegan. Her 1,000 hours of schooling include shiatsu, prenatal, deep tissue, sports, reflexology, and Reiki. Sabrina performs our spa treatments including bodywraps, detox treatments, and body endermologie. Sabrina also does geriatric and hospice work.
Lauren, massage therapist, HHP
Lauren has 1,000 hours of schooling, in addition to 6 years of work experience. Much of her experience has been working with athletes but she also excels at making our patients feel nurtured. Besides her therapeutic talents, Lauren is also an accomplished artist and microbrewer.
Esthetician
Jessica, massage therapist, HHP, esthetician
"I have a therapeutic focus but still feel that my clients should be spoiled in treatments."
Jessica focused her 1,000 hours of massage training in both Eastern and Western healing techniques. Her many talents include Thai, sports, and deep tissue massage. As a mom, Jessica really enjoys prenatal massage and working with teens. She has been practicing both esthetics and massage for 5 years.
Jana, esthetician, massage therapist, Reiki practitioner
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to practice my daily expression of healing and aesthetics from my deepest and most enduring inner passion."
Jana was born on the Yakima Indian Reservation in south-central Washington State. She always found herself drawn to the indigenous healing arts and tending to people's personal wellness, presentation and care. Jana excels in all forms of Skin Care, Energy Touch Therapies, Eyelash Extensions and Cosmetic Inking (Permanent Make-Up). Outside of the Clinic and Spa, Jana enjoys learning about permaculture, raw and organic foods and herbs, sustainability, collaborative community-building, and just savoring the presence of now. These principles of living are also present in her work as a holistic aesthetics practitioner.
Lindsey, esthetician
Lindsey has been an esthetician for 5 years. Her own acne issues have made her passionate about correcting skin problems.
May Specials
Mommy Special: 90 min, $95
Ylang Ylang & Bergamot Hot & Cold Stone Massage: 60 min, $95
Pomegranate Microderm: 30 min, $80
Cinnabar Acupuncture
Clinic & Spa
4S Commons Town Center
10432 Reserve Drive, Ste. 111
San Diego, CA 92127
ph 858.312.5600
fax 858.312.5636
Mon./Tues./Friday 12-8pm
Wed./Thurs./Sat. 9am-4pm
