Pacific College

Pacific College of Health and Science (PCHS) is a leading institution in holistic and integrative healthcare education, deeply rooted in Chinese medicine since 1986. As the largest school of Chinese medicine in the U.S., PCHS offers a wide range of innovative programs, including online and on-campus degrees in holistic nursing, massage therapy, and integrative medicine.

Articles by Pacific College

Dr. Leng Tang-Ritchie

Pacific College Clinical Updates for 2022

By Leng Tang-Ritchie, DAOM Even an ancient medicine can benefit from modern innovation! The clinics at Pacific College of Health and Science are setting the foundations for further growth and transformations in 2022 and onward. From upgrading our record-keeping system to developing interprofessional collaboration opportunities, as well as increasing awareness

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Massage Therapist Interview Questions & Answers

Once you complete your training for a career as a massage therapist, you might think the hard part is done. The truth is you still have to put your new skills to work, which means learning how to market yourself. Job interviews allow you and your future employer to assess how

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5 Questions to Consider If You Want to be an Acupuncturist

In traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is a treatment for regulating the flow of energy or life force — known as chi or qi (pronounced “chee”) — thought to flow via channels (meridians) throughout your body. Acupuncture practitioners believe you can rebalance your energy flow by placing needles into specific spots

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2021 Roundup: Pacific College’s Free & Low-Cost Treatments

We’ve completed the roundup: Pacific College campuses in San Diego, New York, and Chicago combined provided more than 9,000 hours of intern, faculty, and administrative hours with an in-kind donation of more than $200,000 of free or low-cost treatments and administrative costs to our communities during this year of the

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The Complete Guide to Owning and Operating a Yoga Studio

The yoga industry is growing by leaps and bounds. In fact, the global yoga market is projected to reach a staggering $66.2 billion by 2027, according to Allied Market Research. This rapid growth is attributed to many factors, including an increasing body of evidence pointing to its health and wellness benefits, celebrity endorsements,

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Integrative Health Coaching: A Guide for Healthy Change

Behaviors and actions matter. When patients are given instructions to follow, listening to their medical providers’ advice is often the key to recovery. Unfortunately, not everyone does what they should to change their lives and health. Some people need more support, which is where a coaching program can be helpful. Making lifestyle changes isn’t always

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10 Anxiety Relieving Poses to Try When You Feel Overwhelmed

Anxiety is a huge problem in modern society. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, it affects nearly twenty percent of US adults. This makes it the nation’s most common mental health concern. While many people require a comprehensive approach to address the physical and emotional manifestations of anxiety, yoga can play

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8 Signs You Would Be a Great Yoga Teacher

Yoga is a spiritual discipline. It is based on the idea of bringing harmony between the body and mind. The ultimate goal? Traditionally, to experience Truth and discover your true self. Today, it’s a trending exercise program and spiritual exercise. Depending on the form you practice, yoga can be fast,

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