Dr. Maria Bezanilla Cubillos
- Dec 15, 2022
- 2 min read
Certified Acupuncturist, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Maria is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine who specializes in pain management, with a focus on chronic and stress-related conditions that don’t always resolve with conventional care.
She works with neck and back pain, tension headaches, joint pain, and nervous system-driven tension, while also supporting the underlying patterns that often accompany pain, digestive imbalance, burnout, and emotional stress.
Approach
With a background in Psychology and Human Services, Maria looks at pain through both a physical and nervous system lens. Her treatments are designed to not only relieve discomfort, but to help the body shift out of patterns of holding, tension, and overactivation.
Each session is tailored to the individual and may include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, herbal medicine, and practical lifestyle support.
Education & Training
Maria earned her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, where she gained experience treating musculoskeletal pain, hormonal imbalances, and burnout-related conditions.
Focus Areas
Chronic neck & back pain
Tension headaches & migraines
Musculoskeletal injuries
Stress-related pain & nervous system dysregulation
Digestive imbalances
Mental/Emotional Health
In the Treatment Room
Maria brings a steady, grounded presence to her work. She focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of imbalance, not just managing the symptoms.
Her goal is to help the body shift out of patterns that keep issues recurring, so patients can experience real, lasting change in how they feel, physically, mentally & emotionally.
Contact Me
619-699-9328
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