Vitalae Wellness Center
Vitalae Acupuncture Services
At Vitalae, we have utilized the wisdom and efficacy of eastern medicine practice, and have seamlessly integrated both western and eastern philosophical approaches toward health and wellbeing. We believe that this fundamental understanding has allowed us to better understand the elemental causes of disease and physical degeneration, as well as the processes of re-establishing and restoring balance, stability, and vitality. Through treating the body, mind, and spirit, we believe that we can enhance the human condition.
Provider Profile
Frances Lam, LAc.
California State Licensed Acupuncturist
Chinese Herbal Specialist
Certified Fitness Specialist
A native of southern California, Frances grew up in a family where respect for
health and nature were always a part of daily life. With her mother always
cooking with fresh ingredients and Chinese herbs for an assortment of different conditions, she learned at an early age the subtle interactions of combining food and Chinese herbs to combat a host of maladies.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton, she entered an exciting career in the action sports industry, but with many generations of Chinese herbalists in her family, Frances intuitively knew that her passion to use Chinese medicine to help people would lead her to study Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Frances received her Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University, Los Angeles, CA, graduating with Honors. Completing an advanced clinical internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, as one of the first of two acupuncture interns to work at CHLA, her specialty training included conditions from musculoskeletal /orthopedics, rheumatology, oncology, complex regional pain syndrome, and neurological conditions.
Frances continues to investigate in ways to help people understand how the
application of the health components can contribute to a healthy lifestyle,
helping to prevent the onset of chronic disease. She specializes in sports
medicine, orthopedics, healthy aging, pain management, cancer support, and facial rejuvenation.
Practicing tai qi and qigong, Frances is also an avid surfer and environmentalist, volunteering with the Surfrider Foundation as the chairperson of the Rise Above Plastics program for the South Orange County chapter.
Kaci Coffee, LAc.
California State Licensed Acupuncturist Chinese Herbal Specialist Reiki Practitioner
Kaci was introduced to acupuncture and Chinese medicine during college when she suffered a shoulder injury while playing Div I softball at the University of Mississippi. She was intrigued by the medicine and the way the physician took the mind, body and spirit into consideration while
treating a rotator cuff tear. Kaci has always felt that what we don’t acknowledge and process on an emotional level would manifest physically. Finally, she had crossed paths with an ancient
medicine that provided a model to facilitate healing by treating the root of the imbalance.
After Kaci earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Mississippi, she went on to study acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, earning a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree from Emperor’s College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Monica, CA in December
2006, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She opened a private practice upon graduation, and was also a clinical supervisor at Emperor’s College both in Santa Monica, CA. Her primary focus has been treating orthopedics, pain, digestive health and stress related disorders. Kaci integrates
acupuncture, Chinese herbs and Reiki into her treatment protocols.
She feels it is her responsibility as a health care practitioner to encourage patients to become proactive in their approach to health because, ultimately, disease as well as healing, begins within. She does her best to be a positive catalyst in her patient’s lives to help them discover what it will take for them to approach and achieve balance.
Kaci finds balance in her life by being in nature. She loves hiking, long walks by the water, snow skiing and traveling to new lands. She also enjoys yoga and meditation, which help quiet her mind and nurture her spirit.
Rebecca Komer-Bright, LAc.
California State Licensed Acupuncturist
Nationally Certified Diplomat in Oriental Medicine
Chinese Herbal Specialist
From an early age Rebecca was interested in nutrition and herbal
medicine. After a stint in the world of advertising she decided to
follow her passion for natural healing at Chicago College of Healing
Arts and became certified in Structural Integration, massage therapy
and Hakomi Techniques for body workers. Realizing the true potential
of the human body to heal itself given the proper direction, Rebecca
decided to pursue a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Shortly
thereafter she moved back to her home state of California to attend
Yo San University, Los Angeles, CA, where she earned her Master’s
degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, graduating
with Honors.
Her program of study included acupuncture, Chinese herbal
medicine, qi cultivation (tai qi), tuina (Asian medical massage), and
biomedicine. Rebecca completed her clinical internship at Yo San
University Community Clinic, and the Venice Family Pain Clinic in
Venice, California.
As a licensed acupuncturist with knowledge of Structural Integration,
Hakomi Techniques and Psychophysical Healing, Rebecca combines
aspects of the healing modalities she has learned into tailored
treatments for each patient. Her approach to healthcare is grounded
in a respect for the inner healing wisdom of each individual and the
essential partnership of the body and mind.
Rebecca specializes in emotional health, stress management,
longevity medicine, women’s health, and pediatric care. She is
dedicated to the care and wellbeing of her patients, partnering with
them in their path to optimal health.
Menu of Services
- Five Element Assessment
- Acupuncture & Acupressure
- Acufacials
- Cupping
- Moxibustion
- Reiki
- Tui Na
- Qi Gong & Tai Chi Training
- Essential Oil Therapy
- Herbal Medicine
- Nutritional Counseling
Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to other guests & our service providers, we respectfully ask that you notify us a minimum of 24 hours in advance if you must reschedule or cancel your appointment. There will be a $25 charge for any cancellations made less than 8 hours before a scheduled appointment. Cancellations must be made over the phone. No email cancellations will be accepted. In order to ensure quality service to our valued clients, we will strictly enforce this policy effective March 1, 2010.
**Helpful hint: Get you & your friends involved! If you find a replacement for your appointment, we will not charge the cancellation fee.