Meet Your Team.
Professional. Compassionate. Dedicated to providing the best care to you.
Dr. Katrina Giangarra, DACM, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.
Dr. Katrina Giangarra is a licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the state of Texas, with an advanced degree of Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM), and certified Diplomat of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.), which is the highest certification under the National Certification Committee of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
She is passionate about East Asian medicine and truly enjoys helping people transform their lives with acupuncture much in the way it has transformed her own life.
After enduring years of back pain with no relief through Western medicine, Dr. Giangarra received acupuncture treatments to help with her back pain. In just a few acupuncture treatments, her back pain was better. She continued treatments and noticed her allergies got better, her immune system improved, her headaches and migraines resolved, and she felt more balanced. Dr. Giangarra’s fascination for this medicine grew with each treatment, and she decided to become an acupuncturist herself.
Dr. Giangarra earned her Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry from Baylor University. She went on to earn her Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). In between treating patients, Dr. Katrina Giangarra continued to expand her knowledge and joined the small, elite group of acupuncturists in her field by completing her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from PCOM.
She is trained in traditional Chinese medicine and specializes in the more refined, gentle styles of Japanese acupuncture including meridian therapy, Shakujyu therapy, Mukaino muscle tests for pain management, and Manaka’s Extraordinary Vessel treatments. Dr. Giangarra has found that the Japanese style is more effective when treating patients. Her training also consists of Dr. Zhu’s scalp acupuncture, which is beneficial for neurological conditions and post stroke recovery. The results that she has seen using Dr. Zhu’s scalp acupuncture are truly miraculous. Dr. Giangarra also incorporates additional therapies into her treatments such as gua sha, cupping, and moxibustion.
Dr. Katrina Giangarra loves working with people of all ages and enjoys the opportunity to treat children as they tend to respond quickly to treatments. During her time at PCOM, she spent several months treating children, ages ranging from several months to early twenties, at Rady’s Children Hospital. During her doctorate, Dr. Giangarra studied under a pharmacist and gained an in depth understanding of various pharmaceuticals. She understands the importance of helping patients find a balance between Eastern medicine and Western medicine. It is important to her to create a judgment free environment for her patients as she understands patients’ needs to either refrain or utilize various aspects of Western medicine.
Dr. Giangarra enjoys treating a variety of conditions including but not limited to acute pain, chronic pain, headaches, migraines, neuropathy, allergies, depression, anxiety, digestive issues, and post stroke recovery. Her passion lies with helping people resolve both physical and emotional pain. Having had issues with knee pain, back pain, headaches, and migraines, Dr. Giangarra gets excited each time that she can help someone with the same problems that have affected her life.
Other than East Asian medicine, Dr. Giangarra loves to draw and paint. She also enjoys exercising, including yoga and walking her English bulldog, Calliope (Callie for short). She likes to cook, spend time with her family and friends, and travel. Dr. Giangarra enjoys being a part of the Spicewood community and supports other local businesses when possible.
A favorite quote of Dr. Giangarra’s by Gordon B. Hinckley reflects how she feels about helping people with East Asian medicine: “Being humble means recognizing that we are not on earth to see how important we can become but to see how much difference we can make in the lives of others.”
Esme Ralda Giangarra, 2nd Unofficial Mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture
Esme (aka Ezzy, aka Ezzers, aka Little Minion) is the new unofficial mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture. When Dr. Giangarra saw there was a female orange tabby kitten in need of a home, she decided to adopt Esme in June of 2020. Dr. Giangarra was reminded of her first cat, Basty, who was also a female orange tabby. Female orange tabbies are rare and make up about 20% of orange tabby cats. The special nature & sweetness of these felines has held a special place in Dr. Giangarra’s heart. Esme lends her support from home, so you won’t find her in the clinic. Esme is a curious kitten, who is constantly exploring. She runs around the house, often visible as an orange blur. This little kitten has warmed up to her canine sister & other unofficial mascot, Callie. Often, Callie & Esme can be found cuddled up next to each other taking naps. While Callie wasn’t sure what to make of Esme at first, she has learned to accept her & loves having Esme around at home. Both Callie & Esme like to follow Dr. Giangarra around the house like shadows.
An interesting fact is that Dr. Giangarra is highly allergic to cats since her childhood. Thanks to acupuncture & herbs, Dr. Giangarra doesn’t suffer from allergens caused by having cats around her. After years of allergy shots & medications with side-effects, Dr. Giangarra didn’t achieve relief from her allergies. Dr. Giangarra is grateful for the relief she has gotten from East Asian medicine for her allergies, so she can welcome Esme into her home. Seeing Esme & Callie get along at home makes Dr. Giangarra’s heart feel full. Esme is a great, fun addition to the Giangarra household.
Calliope Torres Giangarra, Unofficial Mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture
Calliope (aka Callie) is Dr. Katrina Giangarra’s canine companion. She has been dubbed as the unofficial mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture. While you may not find her in the office, she lends her emotional support from home. Callie is a sweet, loving English Bulldog. Don’t let her sad puppy eyes and cute wrinkled mug fool, as she is very smart and stubborn girl. She is great at putting a smile on people’s faces and making them laugh. Her favorite food is the occasional piece of cheese, her favorite toy is a giant, stuffed yeti that’s longer than her. Calliope’s favorite activities include sleeping, eating, and the occasional car rides. She and Dr. Giangarra have gone on multiple road trips together spanning the southern United States from Florida to California. Callie loves living in Texas and enjoys the cooler weather in Texas from late fall to early spring. Wherever Callie goes, she makes new friends and delights in accompanying Dr. Giangarra on occasion at some of the animal friendly establishments here is Spicewood and the surrounding areas.
Isabella Stephens Giangarra, 3rd Unofficial Mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture
Isabella (aka Izzy, aka Fluff Nugget) is the newest unofficial mascot of Karma Zen Acupuncture. She joined Dr. Katrina’s family back in May 2021. Isabella received her name in part of her two older fur siblings. Just like Calliope, Isabella’s name comes from a character on Grey’s Anatomy. She is named after the character Isobel with the nickname Izzy. Since Esme has a nickname of Ezzy, Isabella’s nickname Izzy matches that of her older feline sister.
Izzy is a very independent & mischievous cat. She is another female orange tabby like Esme. At 6 months old, Isabella was already bigger than her older sister, Esme. Both cats mostly get along but have their occasional skirmish. Calliope accepts Isabella as another cat in the family. They both go about doing their own thing. Isabella is a regular fluff nugget, who loves to purr & cuddle with her human mom, Dr. Katrina. She has been a nice addition to the Giangarra family.
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Your initial consultation is free. Talk with our Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).
How can we help YOU today?
Chronic Pain
Gain relief from the pain impacting your life.
Joint Pain
Don't let joint pain keep you from enjoying the activities that you love.
Hormone Imbalances
Free yourself of the hormone imbalances affecting you.
Digestive Disorders
Take control of your digestive health.
Back Pain
Resolve your pain and improve your mobility naturally.
Sciatica
Don't let sciatic pain control your life with all natural treatments.
Anxiety & Depression
Don't allow your emotional pain hold you back any longer.
Migraine Headaches
Reduce the severity & frequency of migraines naturally.
Carpal Tunnel
Be able to use your wrists without constant pain.
Frozen Shoulder
Regain full range of motion without pain, naturally.
Tennis Elbow/
Golfer's Elbow
Lose the pain while regaining your swing with natural treatments.
Knee Pain
Improve your mobility while alleviating your pain.
Shingles Nerve Pain
Don't continue to suffer in constant pain and sensitivity due to shingles.
Plantar Fasciitis
Be able to stand up without the fear of shooting pain in your foot.
Lupus
The pain of lupus doesn't have to keep you from enjoying the activities that you love.
Gout
Don't be stuck living with the pain and swelling due to gout.
Arthritis
Be active and go about your day without constant joint pain.
Bursitis
Regain joint mobility and move without pain.
Fibromyalgia
Live without constant pain and enjoy your day
Tendinitis
Alleviate your pain, while improving your mobility.
Hip Pain
Achieve all natural relief from hip pain.
IT Band Syndrome
Be more active without IT band pain stopping you.
Pinched Nerve
Don't allow the pain of nerve impingement keep you from enjoying the activities that you love.
Cervical Radiculopathy
Take control of the pain, numbeness, & tingling caused by cervical radiculopathy.
Neuropathy
Enjoy your day without burning pain, numbness, and tingling.
Lymphedema
Regain mobility and and don't get weighed down by fluid retention.
Bell's Palsy
Find your smile again.
Stroke Recovery
Regain your life back from the effects of your stroke.
Muscle Spasms
Be able to go about your day withou the pain of muscle spasms getting in your way.
TMJ
Alleviate the pain and discomfort of your TMJ disorder naturally.
Neck Pain
Don't allow neck pain to prevent you from enjoying the things that you love.
Urinary Incontinence
Regain control your bladder, so you can take back your life.
PCOS
Don't let the problems of PCOS impact your life.
Perimenopausal Symptoms
Prevent hot flashes and night sweats from keeping you up at night.
Endometriosis
Don't allow the pain of endometriosis keep you from time with your family and friends.
PMS
Your pain, mood swings, and fatigue can be controlled naturally each month.
Addison's Disease
Don't let the constant fatigue, nausea, & dizziness of Addison's disease prevent you from enjoying your life.
Adrenal Fatigue
Prevent the fatigue, pain, and aches of adrenal fatigue from controlling your life.
Cushing's Syndrome
Don't allow the fatigue, hunger, & excess sweating of Cuching's syndrome control your life.
Fibroids
The pain and heavy menstruation due to your uterine fibroids don't have to interfere with enjoying time with family and friends.
Fertility
Get the family you always dreamed about having one day.
Thyroid Disorders
Balance your hormones with natural medicine.
Insomnia
Be able to fall asleep and stay asleep with all natural remedies.
Restless Leg Syndrome
Don't let restless legs prevent you from being able to sleep.
Ulcerative Colitis
Take control over your ulcerative colitis symptoms.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Alleviate your digestive problems naturally.
Gallbladder Symptoms
Don't allow gallbladder symptoms to impact your daily life.
Crohn's Disease
Take control of the pain and digestive upset of crohn's disease.
Vertigo
Don't let the world continue to feel like it's spinning around you.
Salivary Stones
Don't let the pain and discomfor of salivary stones disrupt your day.
Weight Loss
Increase your energy and boost your metabolism.
Smoking Addiction
Take charge of your life and don't allow withdrawal symptoms to control you.
Cedar Fever
Don't let your allergies prevent you from enjoying the great outdoors.
Immune Support
Boost your immune system naturally and effectively, so you don't get sick or recover quicker if you already are sick.
Rosacae
Allow your true complexion to shine through.
Facial Rejuvination
Allow your inner beauty to shine outward even more.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).
Your initial consultation is free. Talk with our Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medcine and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).
THIS STUFF WORKS.
Our unique blend of holistic medical therapies gets ALL your body's healing resources going in the same direction...
Acupuncture
Calms stress, clears neuroendocrine pathways, affects neurotransmitters, and promotes circulation.
Cupping
Promotes microcirculation, relieves tension, and helps release toxins.
Herbal Therapy
Transmits nature’s intelligence to heal damaged cells and tissues.
Gua Sha
Breaks up scar tissue and connective tissue, reduces inflammation, and improves circulation.
Moxibustion
Promotes circulation, alleviates tension, and helps reduce inflammation and swelling.
Relaxation & Stress Reduction Focus on calming the mind and emotions to maximize your body’s healing resources.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).
OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF IS PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT WE DO
You'll always feel welcome and cared for here.
Dr. Katrina Giangarra, DACM, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.
Licensed Acupuncturist, Founder, & Clinic Director
Isabella (aka Izzy, aka Fluff Nugget) Giangarra
3rd Unofficial Mascot
Calliope (aka Callie) Giangarra
Unofficial Mascot
Esme (aka Ezzy or Ezzers) Giangarra
2nd Unofficial Mascot
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).
Located in Spicewood
Karma Zen Acupuncture is located in a serene spot off of Highway-71 in the Bee Creek Business Park as part of the Bee Creek Clinic. Whether you live locally in Spicewood or in the surrounding areas of Briarcliff, Marble Falls, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Austin, or Dripping Springs, we are happy to provide a peaceful and relaxing environment as we help you on your path to better health. The location is a hidden gem as it’s great for those locally, not wanting to travel far, and for those wanting to escape from the more chaotic and busier areas.
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
Or, just call 512-766-3049 and we'll be happy to answer your questions.
Read more about: Our Philosophy | Our History | Our Awesome Staff | Testimonials and Success Stories
* Individual results vary. No guarantee of specific results is warranted or implied and your results will depend on many factors (full disclaimer).