Kendra Lay, Acupuncture Physician, Applied Clinical Nutritionist, Herbalist
Kendra Lay, AP, LAc, ACN
Jacksonville, Florida Licensed Acupuncture Physician
Welcome! My name is Kendra and I'm passionate about restoring balance and health to my patients' lives. I want to be your partner in helping you to heal on a deep level which includes mind, body and spirit.
As your practitioner, I will commit to listening carefully to you and honoring your wishes when it comes to your health.
I hold a master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, a regionally accredited school for natural medicine in Austin, TX. The classes at AOMA are taught by Medical Doctors, Doctors of Chinese Medicine, Chiropractors and Naturopathic Doctors. The four-year program of study includes training in western diagnosis, pathology and treatment, acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, bodywork and mind-body exercises such as tai chi and qigong.
I hold diplomate status from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine --certified in acupuncture, biomedicine and herbal medicine.
In addition, I hold a postgraduate certification in Applied Clinical Nutrition from the Texas Chiropractic College. My approach to health is inspired by western functional medicine, clinical nutrition, herbalism, Chinese medicine and naturopathic approaches to health.
- Nationally Certified in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
- Master's Degree in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
- Postgraduate Certification in Applied Clinical Nutrition
Welcome! My name is Kendra and I'm passionate about restoring balance and health to my patients' lives. I want to be your partner in helping you to heal on a deep level which includes mind, body and spirit.
As your practitioner, I will commit to listening carefully to you and honoring your wishes when it comes to your health.
I hold a master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, a regionally accredited school for natural medicine in Austin, TX. The classes at AOMA are taught by Medical Doctors, Doctors of Chinese Medicine, Chiropractors and Naturopathic Doctors. The four-year program of study includes training in western diagnosis, pathology and treatment, acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, bodywork and mind-body exercises such as tai chi and qigong.
I hold diplomate status from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine --certified in acupuncture, biomedicine and herbal medicine.
In addition, I hold a postgraduate certification in Applied Clinical Nutrition from the Texas Chiropractic College. My approach to health is inspired by western functional medicine, clinical nutrition, herbalism, Chinese medicine and naturopathic approaches to health.
Kendra's Story
I grew up in a family that used natural treatments and methods - including acupuncture, chiropractic, nutrition and herbal medicine - as the primary form of medical care. I became a natural health care provider out of a deep desire to help people feel at their best and avoid pharmaceutical drugs and surgeries whenever possible. I feel so fortunate to be able to practice natural medicine, because I use it myself and see its power and effectiveness. I also see how effective and helpful it can be when assisting and complementing conventional medical care.
Additional Training
Here is a sampling of continuing education training I've completed in addition to my master's degree and clinical nutrition certification:
- Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis, January 2013
- Understanding Adrenal and Thyroid Physiology and Common Dysfunctions, February 2014
- Acupuncture and In-Vitro Fertilization: Safe and Effective Strategies to Improve Pregnancy Outcomes, February 2015
- AcuPro Complete Prenatal to Postpartum Acupuncture Series, November 2015
- Metabolic Syndrome and PCOS: Integrated Treatment Strategies that Work, March 2016
- Microbiome & Gut Health in Clinical Practice, February, 2016
- A Functional Medicine Approach to Endocrine and Autoimmune Disorders, August 2016
- Motor Point Orthopedic Acupuncture, February 2017
- Pediatric Acupuncture Fundamentals, February 2017
- Autoimmune Disease and the Microbiome, August 2017
- Treatment of Unexplained Infertility with Acupuncture and Herbs, October 2018
- Consequences of a Mismatched Stress Response in the 21st Century, May 2019
- A Functional Medicine Approach to Autoimmunity, November 2019
- Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Disorders, Certified Practitioner through Leslie Korn Institute 2023
Kendra's Specializations
I enjoy treating a wide variety of ailments in my practice but I have a special passion for working with mental and emotional health, including chronic stress, anxiety and depression. In addition to acupuncture to address these concerns, I also like to to use herbal and nutritional medicine to support calming the nervous system.
I have a special interest in using both acupuncture as well as functional medicine and nutritional approaches to treating digestive concerns such as bloating, gas, reflux, diarrhea, constipation and more. I like to use the GI Map test in clinical practice to uncover root causes of digestive concerns.
My approach to chronic pain includes trigger point acupuncture, motor point acupuncture and dry needling as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture to address underlying imbalances and root causes behind the pain.
I also greatly enjoy working with women's health concerns, including prenatal acupuncture. I've had many years working with hormonal imbalances, PMS, menstrual cramps and menopause. Treating women in pregnancy is especially wonderful, as acupuncture can help to bring relief to so many ailments.
I have a special interest in using both acupuncture as well as functional medicine and nutritional approaches to treating digestive concerns such as bloating, gas, reflux, diarrhea, constipation and more. I like to use the GI Map test in clinical practice to uncover root causes of digestive concerns.
My approach to chronic pain includes trigger point acupuncture, motor point acupuncture and dry needling as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture to address underlying imbalances and root causes behind the pain.
I also greatly enjoy working with women's health concerns, including prenatal acupuncture. I've had many years working with hormonal imbalances, PMS, menstrual cramps and menopause. Treating women in pregnancy is especially wonderful, as acupuncture can help to bring relief to so many ailments.