About
      Us

Nico & Jenn

With extensive backgrounds in Western and alternative medicine, we’re here to provide expert guidance and knowledge-based health solutions designed to help you be you.

Nico

“I had always known that I wanted to contribute to the well-being of others.”

I first moved to Asheville in 2009 and worked as a psychiatric pharmacist for 12 years at the VA Hospital and Mission Hospital. Having become disenchanted with the healthcare system and feeling stuck in all phases of my life, I found acupuncture and herbal medicine. I soon learned that a remarkable thing happens when lying on an acupuncture table with needles inserted - you become connected. With a renewed sense of purpose, I moved to Colorado to study Traditional Chinese Medicine. I’m grateful to return to Asheville to share this medicine with others who may feel stuck or disconnected in their lives, or those who simply need some space to heal.

CREDENTIALS HIGHLIGHTS

Masters of Acupuncture (MAc) from Colorado Chinese Medicine University (CCMU) • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from UNC-Chapel Hill • Professor of Pharmacology and Pharmacognosy at CCMU • RYT-200 Yoga Teacher certificate from Asheville Yoga Studio

  • Nico has additional certifications as a Heart Math - Building Personal Resilience Coach and as an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor. He enjoys cooking, playing guitar, listening to old records, and spending time with Jenn and their dog Mari.

Jenn

“Chinese Medicine has changed my life more than words can express.”

I found Chinese Medicine in my early 30’s while looking to fill the gaps left by Western Medicine. The effects of acupuncture and herbs were so profound that I set out on my journey to learn this medicine and share it with others. I studied classical Chinese Medicine in Asheville under the lineage of Master Jeffrey Yuen, one of the most sought-after teachers of Chinese Medicine throughout the world. After graduation, I found myself in Colorado working at Denver’s premier Eastern Medicine clinic for kids and families. It was here that I honed my skills and dove deeper into post-graduate studies in pediatrics, gynecology and gastroenterology. I’m thrilled to bring my experience back to Asheville with openness and love, and to contribute to this community.

CREDENTIALS HIGHLIGHTS

Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) from Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts • Master Chinese Herbalist • International Certification in Pediatric Acupuncture

  • Jenn has over 10 years experience as a Massage Therapist with certifications in Musculoskeletal and Myofascial Release Therapies. She is also a Reiki Master. When not treating patients, Jenn enjoys hiking, outdoor concerts and spending time at her happy place (the beach) with her family.

Patient Experiences

  • “Jenn is absolutely amazing with everyone but has a particular gift working with children.”

    “She was worth the 45 min. - 1 hr drive in traffic for our daughter to get treated for a chronic cough. Jenn never demanded “taps” but definitely encouraged them and always offered other treatment options. My daughter went from getting two to five “taps” in a couple sessions. She listened to her concerns and her technique worked as our daughter’s symptoms improved and we only did acupuncture. Our daughter always looks forward to going and always felt better after her sessions.”

    — KATIE S.

  • "Nico and I just clicked."

    “It felt like he understood what I was going through on chemotherapy because he knew about the drugs I was taking, and he knew the side effects. I like that he always used the word “nourishing” to describe his treatment plan for me because that’s exactly how I felt after my appointments — nourished.”

    — CHRISTINE S.

  • “I’m a Vietnam Veteran, and I would gladly wait in a line that wraps around the block to get acupuncture from Nico. This guy has 'it'."

    — KENNETH C.

  • "Jenn is a compassionate, empathetic practitioner that uses her natural talent of active listening to make lasting effective solutions for whatever you might be experiencing."

    “She prioritizes making your health journey a team activity, allowing for choice and connection to facilitate healing in a remarkable way.

    I used to be hesitant to consider acupuncture because of a general fear of needles, but I am more than happy to vouch that you'll hardly notice they exist at all. After a year of working with Jenn, I not only feel my initial symptoms dealing with PMDD, anxiety, GI issues, sleep issues, and chronic stress have vastly improved, but I have also experienced the pleasant side effect of feeling a greater capacity to experience daily life with reduced anxiety and more enjoyment. Whether you're new to acupuncture or not, Jenn is an amazing acupuncturist and herbalist that I happily and highly recommend.”

    — JOHANNA K.

  • "Jenn, thank you so much for coming alongside our family during our toughest year! You have made such a positive and lasting impact on our family and we are so grateful for our time together!"

    — ALLISON P.

Together, we’ve treated a wide range of conditions using a combination of both needle and non-needle therapies, diet and lifestyle recommendations, and more.

Examples of Adult Conditions

Autoimmune (RA, Crohn’s, Ankylosing Spondylitis)

Cardiovascular (High blood pressure, CHF, Stroke)

Digestive (GERD, Celiac, IBS, Constipation)

Endocrine (Diabetes, Thyroid issues)

Headache (Migraine, Tension)

Inflammatory (Allergies, Arthritis, Rash)

Mental Health (Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress)

Men’s Health (BPH, ED, Low T)

Pain (Low back, Shoulder, Sprain, Sciatica, Plantar Fasciitis, Tennis Elbow, TMJ)

Respiratory (Asthma, Cough, Viral infection)

Sleep (Insomnia, Daytime Sleepiness, Excessive dreaming)

Women’s Health (Infertility, Menstrual Disorders, Menopause/Perimenopause)

Examples of Pediatric Conditions

Chronic Cough

Colic

Digestive (Constipation, Diarrhea, IBS)

Immunity (Recurrent illness, Frequent cold/flu, Ear infection)

Mental Health (Stress, Anxiety)

Sleep (Insomnia, Night terrors)

Teething

Torticollis

Urinary Issues (Bedwetting)

At Sacred Lines Family Acupuncture, we invite you and your “family” members back into balance so you can feel like you again.