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
Sara Diaz
Clinic Coordinator
Helping patients to the best of my ability is one of my biggest passions. I love working at Pivot Acupuncture because not only does it motivate me to keep growing in the field, I feel very welcomed and understood. I enjoy being a part of a team that provides not only a safe environment for patients but also for me.
ari lea
Lead Clinic Technician
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
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.
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.
