Rebeca Davila is the owner of Vida Acupuncture, and has a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and has been practicing since 2010. She is a nationally certified Diplomate in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalism by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Her acupuncture practice is complemented by 18 years of experience in the field of social work with a focus on community health and well being. Rebeca was also a professor of social work and brings a didactic approach to her practice as she teaches patients how to use TCM to heal themselves. She utilizes a holistic approach to healing which combines social work’s strengths perspective and TCM’s philosophy of treating the whole person to bring forth transformation and emotional freedom.
She has partnered with organizations in Chicago, IL to integrate acupuncture into communities as well as into employee wellness programs.
Additionally, she enjoys urban farming with her husband and son and believes in the importance of having a personal connection to food as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Rebeca is fully bilingual in Spanish and English.
Education
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, Chicago, IL
December 2010, M.S. in Traditional Chinese Medicine- Acupuncture & Herbs
Univ of Chicago, School of Social Service Administration, Chicago, IL
June 2000, A.M., Concentration in Administration and Policy
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
May 1998, B.A. in Psychology and Latino Studies
