About pivot acupuncture

We are a woman-owned and operated company specializing in whole-body medicine. We are passionate about serving the local community in which we live, work and raise our families. Our priority is working together with our patients to help you achieve your health goals.

meet our pivot team

Dr. Shawne Jabonero Lopes

DACM, L.Ac, Clinic Director, Founder

Shawne is a California Board Licensed Acupuncturist, herbalist, and Certified Massage Therapist

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Mark Urmaneta

Certified Massage Therapist

Mark specializes in orthopedic deep tissue, Thai & Filipino Hilot modalities. His intuitive approach is customized to each individuals needs. Mark is a Bay Area native. When he's not helping his clients, he enjoys exploring with his 2 children.

Aphiradee “Ava” Caine

Certified Massage Therapist

I am a California Board Certified Massage therapist and use a combination of techniques to create a customized session tailored to each of my clients’ individual needs. I am passionate about my work and enjoy helping my diverse community of clients.

ari lea

Patient Care Coordinator

I am originally from Arizona and have learned to love California over the past 10 years. I’ve worked at Pivot Acupuncture for approximately 5 years. I have had the privilege to learn all that acupuncture has to offer and personally experience the positive healing effects.

Vani Bawa

Lead Clinic Technician

I’m currently pursuing a nursing degree and hope to be a nurse anesthetist. I chose Pivot to gain knowledge in a medical field completely new to me. As time has passed, I now genuinely believe working at Pivot is the best place I could ever start my medical career journey.