About Acupuncturist, HoustoN tX,
About: Sara Florida L.Ac., MAOM PhD
Dr. Sara Florida, a pioneer in her field, is the founder of Heal Your Vibe Acupuncture & Wellness, a holistic health and wellness center in Central Houston that specializes in Pain Management, Digestive Health, Emotional Health, Hormonal Health, and Allergies.
- NCBAHM Board-Certified
- Licensed acupuncturist, Texas Medical Board (AC01536) (2014- present)
- Dr. Florida, the founder of Heal Your Vibe Acupuncture & Wellness, brings a wealth of specialized experience to her practice. Her focus on mind-gut health, allergies, emotional health, adrenal and hormonal health, and pain management has been honed through years of dedicated practice and continuous learning. This extensive experience makes her a trusted practitioner for those seeking holistic health solutions, instilling confidence in her clients.
- Director of Kassandra Wellness Group. 2024- Present) - Houston, TX organization promoting wellness and CAE programs for Acupuncturists.
- Dr. Florida's certification as a Functional Medicine Practitioner from Go Wellness (2014-2017) is a testament to her dedication to staying current with the latest knowledge and techniques in the field.
- Dr. Florida's extensive experience as a corporate Wellness Speaker is a testament to her ability to communicate complex health concepts to diverse audiences effectively. Having delivered hundreds of talks since 2012, she has honed her skills and further solidified her reputation as a trusted health expert. Her engaging and informative presentations have empowered many to take control of their health and wellness.
- Dr. Florida's Ph.D. from the University of Sedona in 2017, along with her Metaphysical Healing certification, further reinforces her credibility and commitment to her healing practice. These academic achievements demonstrate her deep understanding of the mind-body connection and her holistic approach to health and wellness.
- Published Author Healing Books (2017 & 2025)
- Licensed Acupuncturist & Seasoned Professional: Worked in a practice with two of her professors at weMED Health in Provider and Patient Education. (2012-2019)
- Master's of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (MAOM) - American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM), in 2013, with a Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
- Externship at two TCM integrated hospitals: Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine and Hangzhou Hospital of Traditional Medicine in China (2014)
- Certified Ashtanga yoga instructor CYT (2007), practicing since 1998, which she utilizes in practice as a therapy to help patients with exercise and balance.
- Bauer, Alumni Executive Committee, and Tailgating Chair: UH
- Young Alumni President - UH (2007-9)
- BBA - University of Houston (1998/ 2005) (Marketing & Finance)
Our Houston Acupuncture Clinic works with Western Doctors
Integrating Eastern Medicine and Western Medicine with Acupuncture
In Eastern countries, Chinese medicine acupuncture is the primary form of medicine, with Western Medicine serving as a complement. In the US, acupuncture therapy complements your Western Medicine care team. We collaborate with your medical team to optimize your care and address any care gaps. We will review labs, imaging, and diagnoses provided by your Western doctors to better provide integrated, comprehensive treatment. Western Medicine excels in treating severe diseases, managing emergencies, performing life-saving procedures, and providing necessary medications. However, when it comes to wellness, they often advise people to address their issues at home. We, on the other hand, offer a more hopeful approach. We strongly believe that many symptoms can be reversed naturally through holistic health and wellness, instilling optimism in your health journey. Our services, including lifestyle advice, herbal medicine, acupuncture therapy, and cupping, are designed to provide long-term relief with a short series of visits.
*We know when to refer people to a physician or specialist and how to collaborate with your doctors to ensure the best care in central Houston.
Story of Dr. Florida- Houston, TX Acupuncturist
Houstonian Since 1990
Since 1990, Houston has been our home —a city integral to our family's journey. Dr. Florida's father's corporate job has led her to traverse multiple states and even to travel abroad before settling. This journey is a testament to our adaptability and resilience. Her heritage is a blend of Hungarian, Romanian, and English, Irish, and Italian immigrants with long-standing American roots. Due to this International exposure, she finds the most comfort in Houston's international cultural diversity, a city that warmly embraces all.
Hobbies & Interests
Her diverse interests, ranging from gymnastics and outdoor adventures like horseback riding, rock climbing, Latin dancing, and rafting, were evident when she was younger. She attended outdoor adventure camps and still enjoys a good hike. At midlife, she still enjoys rappelling down waterfalls and ziplining occasionally, with a focus on more sedate daily activities like mindfulness & yoga, reflecting her commitment to health & wellness. She enjoys travel (having grown up in a traveling family), music, the arts, culture, and reading, particularly in books related to her field of expertise. Her daily life is a testament to her values, as she not only brings calm to herself, her family, and her patients, but also to those around her.
Family & Faith
Dr. Florida, a loving wife and mother of two sons, draws immense joy from her family. She firmly believes in the importance of a work-life balance, recognizing that it is essential for maintaining a healthy mental and emotional state.
At our clinic, we believe in the healing power of God. Dr. Florida finds that God provides the healing, and she is merely the vessel through which the healing flows. She feels this is her source of strength and healing for her purpose and passion. Exodus 15:26: "for I am the Lord who heals you *144
Journey of Dr. Florida
Dr Florida, a professional with a diverse background, graduated from high school in Spring, Texas, with twenty years of experience in the financial and insurance fields, and several ideas for her career. She began her career in business with twenty years of experience in the economic, insurance, and banking industries. For her hobbies, she studied various health topics, including nutrition, supplements, emotional healing techniques, food allergies, and mindfulness practices such as yoga and tai chi. In 2005, she attended a Tai Qi class at her future Acupuncture school, where she decided to embark on the journey of becoming an Acupuncturist so that she could better improve her own health and that of the people she helped. She completed her degree in 2013 and became licensed in 2014. She had joined two of her professors at weMED Health and worked with them, gaining valuable clinical experience, until 2019. At that point, she decided to launch her own practice, Heal Your Vibe Acupuncture wellness with focus on her areas of interest, a testament to her entrepreneurial spirit and her desire to have the freedoms to follow the path of healing that feels right and purposefull.
Education & Affiliations
Alumni or Member
