Dr. Daniel Metzger, DACM, L.Ac., IFMCP

My background and studies have been eclectic. I studied biology and chemical engineering as an undergraduate. I had a natural interest in health and nearly went to medical school, but instead I decided to work as a chemical engineer, which lasted for several years.

During this time, my interest in health continued to grow, and, due to my own health needs, I turned to acupuncture for treatment. This sparked interest in me, which led to self-study in Chinese medicine. Not long after that I was applying to Chinese medical schools. That’s how I ended up in San Francisco, pursuing my master’s and doctorate at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

I believe that understanding disease requires ongoing cultivation and self-knowledge. For this reason I practice meditation, qigong, and Daoist internal alchemy. After over a decade of practice and observation, I’m convinced that the body and mind are a unified process. A healing journey, therefore, requires authenticity, vulnerability, and a willingness to examine personal mental and emotional processes. I strive to provide a safe space where these conditions can be met.