About
Where Ancient Medicine Meets
the Wisdom of Nature
At Poke-aha-ntas Acupuncture, healing is not rushed.
It is intentional, attentive, and rooted in deep listening.
Listening to the body, its patterns, and the story each person carries.
Honoring the earth, the body, and the truth that lives between them.
Dr. Lara Grossmith, DAcCHM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine
After completing her undergraduate degree at the University of California San Diego, Dr. Grossmith earned her doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science. In addition, Dr. Grossmith completed the Facial Applications for Cosmetic Enhancement (FACE program) and is also certified in cosmetic acupuncture.
With over 15 years of experience in the herbal medicine field, she brings a deep respect for plant medicine, traditional wisdom, and individualized care.
Conditions Commonly Supported
Digestive sluggishness & bloating
Skin vitality & natural aging support
Chronic tension & stress patterns
Customized Herbal Medicine
Sleep Disturbances
Anxiety, overwhelm, & burnout
Regulation of the Nervous System
Irregular cycles, PMS & hormonal shifts
Name & Intention
Poke-aha-ntas Acupuncture is named as an invitation to remember the indigenous women, healers, plant-keepers, and earth protectors whose wisdom has long honored the sacred relationship between earth, body, and spirit.
This practice is rooted in respect, ongoing learning, and a commitment to integrity in how healing traditions are understood and carried forward.
Healing, at its core, is about relationship ~ to the body, the community, and the land beneath us.