Our Staff
Stephanie Kula, MAc, LAc, Dipl Ac
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Stephanie earned her Master’s degree in Acupuncture from the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, FL. Her clinical training started in 1999 at The Rothfeld Center for Integrative Medicine where she worked closely with her mentor Glenn Rothfeld, MD.
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Stephanie is board-certified by the NCCAOM and licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Medicine. She is certified by The National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) in the use of auricular acupuncture for the treatment of behavioral health issues such as addictions, mental health conditions, and disaster & emotional trauma. She also holds certification in Contemporary Cupping Methods by the International Cupping Therapy Association and in Cosmetic Acupuncture.
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Driven by her passion and commitment to creating a healthier community, Stephanie founded North Shore Community Acupuncture in 2011. In her practice, she focuses on addressing underlying imbalances and restoring harmony to the body, mind, spirit, and emotions. By working on a constitutional level, Stephanie helps individuals improve their quality of life and tackle root causes of their issues.
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Stephanie is a trained Feng Shui consultant certified by the International Feng Shui School. She utilizes her in-depth knowledge of Traditional Five Element theory to create change, harmony, and balance. In addition to her Feng Shui expertise, she holds certification in Land Clearing. Stephanie's approach is influenced by her training with internationally recognized Feng Shui Consultants Amanda Sophia and Alex Stark. She is currently pursuing a Feng Shui Mastery Program through the Feng Shui Academy in Lisbon, Portugal.
Beth DeBari, MAc, LAc, Dipl OM
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Beth is a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified herbalist through the NCCAOM, with licensure from the Massachusetts Board of Medicine. She holds a Master’s degree in Acupuncture from the New England School of Acupuncture, where she trained extensively in both Chinese and Japanese styles of acupuncture and developed a strong foundation in Chinese Herbal Medicine.
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With nearly two decades immersed in the field of holistic health—beginning in 2006 with her training as a Muscular Therapist—Beth brings a deep understanding of the body and its healing potential to every treatment. Her approach is grounded in helping individuals restore balance and achieve lasting well-being, using acupuncture as a primary tool to support physical, emotional, and energetic health.
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Beth specializes in treating a wide range of conditions including stress and emotional imbalances, digestive issues, sleep disturbances, immune system support, fatigue, and OB/Gyn-related concerns. She is also a certified Level I Aroma Acupoint Therapist, a modality that integrates therapeutic-grade essential oils with acupuncture points to enhance treatment outcomes. Whether using needles or oils—or a combination of both—Beth tailors each session to meet the specific needs of the individual.
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Known for her gentle and attentive care, Beth is passionate about guiding clients toward optimal health through a personalized and holistic approach.
Jules Dirsa, MAc, LAc, Dipl OM
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Jules is a licensed acupuncturist and nationally certified Chinese herbalist through the NCCAOM and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. He earned a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco in 2009, following undergraduate studies at McGill University in Montreal. Over the past 15+ years, Jules has practiced in a wide range of settings, from bustling community acupuncture clinics to personalized private sessions - across San Francisco, Minneapolis, and now back home in Massachusetts.
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Jules specializes in whole-person, integrative care that supports the body’s natural ability to heal. With a focus on regulating stress and restoring internal balance, treatments are designed to meet the unique needs of each individual. By drawing on the core methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, cupping, and moxibustion, Jules offers gentle and effective care that promotes lasting well-being.
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With advanced training in auricular acupuncture, Master Tung and Dr. Tan’s balance methods, and Tao of Trauma somatic techniques, Jules is especially skilled in working with complex, chronic, and stress-related conditions. In private sessions, Jules also offers intuitive energy healing, incorporating Reiki and Milagros energy work to support emotional and energetic transformation.
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Known for an open-hearted, non-judgmental presence, Jules meets each client where they are. Jules believes that healing is possible at any age, any size, and any stage of life, and is passionate about empowering people to reconnect with their inner vitality.
David Robbins, MAc, LAc, Dipl Ac
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David Robbins is a licensed acupuncturist with advanced training in both Japanese and Chinese acupuncture. He is licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Medicine and nationally certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
David earned his Master of Acupuncture degree from the New England School of Acupuncture, one of the most respected acupuncture programs in the country. His education emphasized both the theoretical foundations and clinical applications of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
In his practice, David takes a holistic and individualized approach to care, using time-tested techniques to help restore balance and promote healing. He has effectively treated conditions such as chronic and acute back, neck, and shoulder pain, fibromyalgia, sciatica, migraines and tension headaches, insomnia, mood disorders including depression, and symptoms related to addiction withdrawal. His thoughtful, patient-centered care helps individuals achieve improved well-being and a better quality of life.