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Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in Lake Forest, CA

Bret Ellington, L.Ac, MS, Dipl. in Acu

Bret Ellington, L.Ac, MS, Dipl. in Acu | Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) photo
Inner Balance Acupuncture
We are Orange County's leader in acupuncture, wellness and vitality. With a 95% success rate treating migraines, you can feel confident we take your health care very serious. At Inner Balance Acupuncture, we offer you a special place of healing. It’s a state-of-the-art acupuncture center, located in South Orange County, where you can discover treatment for pain relief, wellness, and inner peace. You may feel like your life's gotten off track and now you're suffering from insomnia, weight gain, lack of motivation and/or anxiety. These conditions can put undue stress on your body and mind. These problems may even lead to infertility.

If you're tired of being in pain and being on medications, and you want to get natural relief that works, you've come to the right place. We've helped many people who have been through all the Western Medicine treatments and had lost hope. You don't have to live in pain anymore. Through acupuncture and Chinese herbs we can help you get your life back.

We help you heal through a variety of modalities including Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture, herbal therapies, nutritional supplements, fire cupping, massage, heat therapy, Qi gong and dietary/lifestyle coaching.

When you visit Inner Balance Acupuncture, you can expect a treatment plan that is customized for your individual health needs and goals, whether your goal is pain management, fertility, overcoming chronic fatigue or make permanent changes to improve the quality of your life. We provide a gentle, nurturing and natural approach to building a stronger, more healthy you.

Our goal is to help you realize, set, and achieve your health goals. We want you to feel the best you have in years and, as one of the premiere Pain Management acupuncture centers in Orange County, we can get you there
Education/Training
Master of Science, Traditional Oriental Medicine
Certified Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP)
Certified in Applied Clinical Nutrition (ACN)
Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture system
Bio
Bret Ellington L.Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist, MSTOM, Diplomate of Acupuncture,
Holistic Health Practitioner and Herbalist

A California Licensed Acupuncturist and a Diplomate by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and oriental medicine, Bret Ellington honed his expertise in clinical practice and education travel throughout Southeast Asia. Bret developed his interest in medicine and alleviating suffering while training as an Emergency Medical Technician and working on a Biology Undergraduate program. He volunteered at the Memorial Hospital Emergency Room one evening a week, to submerge himself into the health field. soon thereafter, he chose to study the many facets of Oriental Medicine and completed 5 years of training in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, Fire Cupping, Qi Gong, Nutrition, Chinese Body Therapy, Meditation and Tai Chi.

Bret’s training and natural touch have gained him a special expertise in treating acute and chronic pain syndromes. His continuing education has expanded his competence in women’s health and infertility. He is fully trained in the Nicotine and Drug Addiction (NADA) protocol and works closely with a number of drug addiction rehabilitation centers in Orange County. Bret extensively treated pain and psychological torture victims in affiliation with Survivors of Torture International in San Diego.

Bret treats each patient uniquely, allowing for the restoration of proper balance and energy. His knowledge, expertise and gentle approach make him the perfect practitioner for those in distress.
Memberships
American Pregnancy Association
Payments Accepted
PPO Insurance, Credit cards, Cash
Hours:9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
License:AC 11948
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Acupuncture / Alternative Medicine  Electro-Acupuncture
 Auricular Acupuncture  Gua Sha
 Chinese Herbal Medicine  Lifestyle Counseling
 Cosmetic Acupuncture  Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
 Cupping  Tuina
 Dietary Therapy and Nutrition
Licenses/Certifications
 Acupuncture (NCCAOM)  Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
 Master of Traditional Medicine (MSTOM)  National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine