Sunday, June 8, 2025
1pm-5pm on Zoom
Overcoming xie qi and addressing struggles at the human level must precede any treatment focused on the individual’s CF. In the first part of this four-hour course, participants will review their understanding of xie qi in the context of Five Element Acupuncture and will deepen their ability to diagnose and address xie qi using IDs, EDs, AE, and the HW protocol. In the second part of the course, participants will explore human-level versus individual treatments and will fine-tune their ability to determine when to employ human-level treatment, specifically using KD-24, HT-1, and CV-1.
Course Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this lesson, participants will be able to:
- Accurately diagnose xie qi in their patients
- Explain the significance of testing for AE and its role in treatment.
- Describe the appropriate method of confirming the need to use IDs and EDs in addressing xie qi
- Differentiate between treatment at the level of the human being and person-centered, individual treatment
- Differentiate and diagnose the use of KI 24, CV 1, and HT 1 as human being level treatments
Misti Oxford-Pickeral, M.Ac., A.P.
Clinical supervisor and Chair of Clinical Faculty at Academy for Five Element Acupuncture
Future CE Courses
Future courses will explore these subjects in depth:
- Assessing CSOE & new techniques to confirm CF
- Update on the Physical & Structural Exam
- Treating Pathophysiology & The Officials
- Channel Pathology & Pain
Keep an eye out for more Five Element-focused and continuing education courses in 2025.
Misti Oxford-Pickeral
Misti Oxford-Pickeral has been practicing and teaching Five Element Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine for over 20 years. Passionate about the profound impact of Five Element Acupuncture, she is dedicated to transforming the lives of patients, students, and practitioners alike. With a personal and engaging teaching style, Misti inspires and empowers students to deepen their understanding and practice.
A longtime faculty member and clinical supervisor at the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, Misti also maintains a private practice in Gainesville, FL. She previously served as the Academy’s Director of Clinics and currently holds the role of Chair of Clinical Faculty.