Bio
Julian Pierce is a NYS licensed acupuncturist who has been practicing for over a year. Her journey to becoming an acupuncturist began in 2012 when she suffered from the beginning stages of an autoimmune disorder. After being treated with Western medicine, her symptoms did not completely resolve which then lead her to the discovery of holistic healing. While she began her own quest to heal through exercise, nutrition, meditation, reading, and journaling, she explored the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine and soon after became a believer.
After consistent treatment with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, Julian’s symptoms were eliminated and she realized this was her life’s purpose. She wanted to help others the same way she was helped. This immediately changed the course of her life, and she pursued her goal of becoming an acupuncturist. Julian earned her Master of Science in Acupuncture from the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in April, 2018 and she is certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Julian's training includes adjunctive therapies such as moxibustion, tui na, cupping, gua sha, auricular acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and dietary and lifestyle recommendations. She is able to treat a variety of conditions; however, she most commonly treats pain.
While attaining her graduate degree, she had the privilege of treating VA patients during her clinicals at the Canandaigua VA in upstate NY. Conditions she treated included PTSD, smoking addiction, and chronic pain. Immediately after graduation, Julian began working for cruise ships, helping people around the world. After 7 months of treating patients in Europe and the Caribbean, she realized her dream was to bring the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine to patients close to home. She is now practicing at Barkstrom Acupuncture PC- a 15 year old, whole foods based, nutrition, and wellness practice in Jamestown, NY. Julian is motivated to educate residents in and around Chautauqua county about the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine and she is excited to assist patients through their personal healing journey.
