Resources

The Dzogchen Lineage and Dzogchen Shri Singha FoundationAn international educational non-profit, under the guidance of H.E. Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche, dedicated to supporting the preservation, practice, and transmission of the ancient and unbroken Dzogchen tradition in the modern world. The Dzogchen Wisdom Lineage—Buddha’s entire authentic teaching—is a time-tested tradition of practice with specific techniques to achieve both the immediate goal of individual happiness and the ultimate goal of Omniscient Wisdom, Buddha.

Emei Qigong – A comprehensive system of Chan (Zen) Qigong established under the Emei Linji Chan Lineage and the guidance of Grand Master Fu Wei Zhong to provide a vehicle for educating the general public on the teachings of this ancient, authentic lineage. Traditionally the great treasures of this lineage were reserved only for the monastic population.  The philosophy and methods generate vital energy and lead to the attainment of ever higher levels of awareness. The study and practice of Emei Qigong promotes strong physical health, emotional balance and spiritual development.

Qigong Institute – A non-profit organization dedicated promoting Qigong and Energy Medicine through research and education.  The Qigong and Energy Medicine Database™ provided by QI is a unique and tremendously valuable resource highlighting over 12,000 abstracts from research performed around the world on the effectiveness of Qigong, energy medicine and meditation.

Society for Acupuncture Research (SAR)– The original vision was to foster scientifically sound inquiries and stimulate scholarship in acupuncture and Oriental medicine.  To this end, SAR  sponsors international biannual conferences on research advances and issues in acupuncture and Oriental medicine. Since 2014 SAR has been dedicated to:

  • Advance and disseminate scientific research into acupuncture and related therapies to inform global health care
  • Strengthen evidence informed practice
  • Catalyze inter/trans-disciplinary research that can lead to novel insights into basic physiology and human health
  • Advance knowledge about acupuncture among the health care community at large
  • Inform the effective integration of acupuncture into conventional health care settings and increase access and quality of patient care
  • Seek fundamental scientific knowledge, while honoring the integrity of acupuncture as a traditional system of care

California State Oriental Medicine Association   – A professional organization of licensed acupuncturists and supporters of Oriental medicine dedicated to the preservation and advancement of the art, science, and practice of Oriental medicine in a caring and ethical manner, thereby enhancing the health and well-being of the general public.

California Department of Consumer Affairs Acupuncture Board – The state certification, licensing and oversight board for the acupuncture profession in California.

National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) – A private non-profit organization dedicated to assuring the safety and well-being of the public and advancing the professional practice of acupuncture and Oriental medicine by establishing and promoting national evidence-based standards of competence and credentialing.

NADA Truama and Detox Protocol, also known as the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association protocol  – The National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA), a not-for-profit training and advocacy organization, encourages community wellness through the use of a standardized auricular acupuncture protocol for behavioral health, including addictions, mental health, and disaster & emotional trauma. Since 1974 has worked to improve access and effectiveness of care through promoting policies and practices which integrate NADA-style treatment with other Western behavioral health modalities.

Alliance for Addiction Solutions (AAS) –  An international nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting effective nutritional and other holistic natural methods for the treatment of addictive disorders. AAS advocates the use of innovative techniques to establish individualized biochemical balancing of the addicted brain and body.