Facial Acupuncture with Michelle Gellis [BOUCHER Campus]

This is a live in-person course at CCNM’s Boucher Campus and is designed to provide students with the knowledge, theory, protocols, and practice of Facial Acupuncture. Also known as Cosmetic Acupuncture, Michelle Gellis’s classes and recorded webinars will provide you with the skills to offer a gentle, natural method for your patients to rejuvenate and refresh their appearance. It can also be used to help your patients who suffered from stroke, TMJ, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Bell’s Palsy, MS and other facial conditions. 

Learning objectives:

1. To assess a patient for contraindications to facial acupuncture, facial cupping and facial gua sha
2. To design a treatment plan for a facial acupuncture patient
3. To perform a facial acupuncture treatment including any advanced techniques

Instructor:

Michelle Gellis, Author, AP, LAc, MAc DiplAc

Michelle Gellis is a Licensed Acupuncture Physician and Author. Currently on Doctoral Faculty at Yo San University (Los Angeles), she is former Faculty and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (2005–2019). Michelle teaches facial acupuncture classes internationally and has been published in prominent acupuncture publications such as the Journal of Chinese Medicine.

         Throughout her career, Michelle has been invited to lecture by numerous prestigious national and international organizations including Pacific Symposium, The Florida State Oriental Medical Association, The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (UK), China Books (AU), and the American Acupuncture Council. She brings a vibrant teaching style and a depth of expertise in facial and cosmetic acupuncture, encompassing safety, ethics, theory, history, point location, and precision needling techniques.

         Her groundbreaking book, Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists and Health Professionals, has received outstanding reviews from respected scholars, colleagues, and leaders in the field, including endorsements from The Journal of Chinese Medicine, faculty at top acupuncture schools, and internationally recognized experts. Her courses and additional resources can be found at FacialAcupunctureClasses.com.

Cost:

• Regular: $1497 CAD
• Early bird: $1397 CAD until June 25, 2025 (coupon code: EarlyBird2025)

Course Schedule:

Day 1: Friday July 18, 2025 (8am-5pm PST)

• Review of Recordings
• Cosmetic Acupuncture (demo)

Day 2: Saturday July 19, 2025 (8am-5pm PST)

Prerequisites:

This course is ONLY open to naturopathic doctors, licensed acupuncturists or practitioners licensed to practice acupuncture.

Recorded webinars:

• Registration includes recorded modules (lifetime access) and quizzes which must be completed in advance in order to participate in the scheduled July 18-19 hands-on class.
• Module 1: Patient Intake, Diagnosis and Contraindications (2.5 hours)
• Module 2: Theory and Protocols (3.5 hours)
• Module 3: Face Reading, Microneedling and Skincare (6 hours)
• Module 4: Facial Rejuvenation Cupping, Gua Sha and Derma Roller (3.5 hours)
• Module 5: Advanced Protocols in Facial Acupuncture (5 hours)
• NCCAOM, CA, TX or FL credits for the recordings can purchase this through Michelle Gellis for an additional $120 USD

Supplies:

• Needles used during the course will be included in the course fee.
• Purchase of Michelle's Book: Treating the Face a Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists and Health Professionals is optional but recommended. Book can be purchased through Eastern Currents.

Booking a flight:

Please note that CCNM reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any course at their discretion. If you are booking a flight to attend the course, please contact us prior to booking to ensure minimum enrolment numbers have been met. We make every effort to inform registered participants of any cancellations or changes as soon as possible.