Dr. Catherine Eppelsheimer is a nationally certified and state licensed acupuncturist with a passion for bringing body and mind back into alignment. Her approach centers on the philosophy that feelings are not experienced in the mind — they are felt in the body. Catherine’s calming and grounding treatments leave patients feeling whole. From this foundation, she uses acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, bodywork, and herbal formulas to address all manner of pathology including pain, insomnia, depression and anxiety, GI dysfunction, menstrual irregularities, and more.
Catherine has been studying the human body for over 15 years. She received her massage license in 2012 and graduated from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2022 with a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
Catherine is a queer mama living in Oregon City with her family. She spends her free time chasing after her toddler, studying music, and mercilessly combating blackberries that threaten to swallow her house whole.
I am a dedicated nationally board certified and state licensed Acupuncturist in Oregon. I strive to provide comprehensive treatments to my patients using acupuncture, cupping and lifestyle enhancements that are specifically targeted for the individual. My knowledge in western medicine has propelled me to give my patients thorough medical care because I focus on truly understanding the root cause of the disease or ailment. I acknowledge that your concerns may be very different from someone else who has the same or similar symptoms. I say that we are our own puzzle, and finding the correct pieces that help put us together is my main job. I feel that I’m like a detective who truly listens to your story so I can figure out what is causing the imbalances or dysfunctions. I encourage treatment plans that can have long term results using preventative health techniques, wellness practices and patient empowerment strategies. I am committed to listening to your needs in helping you make long lasting changes to connect to your wellness.
I have experience treating a multitude of conditions which include, pain management, digestive disorders, autoimmune disorders, mental emotional disorders, ear nose and throat disorders, neurological disorders, women’s health, reproduction, headaches and migraines.
About me: On the weekends you will find me spending time laughing with my kids, hanging out at the coast, hiking through the gorge, listening to live music, or dining in at the wonderful local restaurant. I enjoy experiencing new things in life and I am always trying to better myself as a human. I feel that today, empathy and kindness is greatly missing and I am striving to spread my love amongst the community. I am new to Oregon City, but found a great love for it the moment I walked into town. I’m always looking for recommendations and I can’t wait to get to know you all.
Licenses and Education
Masters in Acupuncture from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine which is accredited by Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Nationally board certified through the National Certification Commision for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Bachelor’s degree in Biology with an emphasis in Pre-Medicine from Concordia University
