
About
Miami's acupuncture center
We at Acupuncture Center for Wellness have a qualified national certified staff in acupuncture with extensive experience in various Holistic Modalities. We specialize in Classical Five Element Acupuncture which treats not the symptoms but the “root cause” of ailments.
Our clinic holds other certifications, as Acupuncturist Without Borders, allowing us to treat in national disaster areas and to treat veterans for free. Our most recent certification, by Integrative Medicine Program/MD Anderson Cancer Center gives us the cutting edge in Cancer support treatments. Also, our staff volunteers their time and expertise to teach international indigenous communities safe and effective techniques to help spread holistic awareness in support of their community.
Wellness Wisdom, is a division of Acupuncture Center for Wellness, founded by Elena C. Ochoa & Roxana Gonzalez-Pouza. After 24 years of clinical experience Elena & Roxana saw the need to teach life changing tools that will continue to enhance individuals well being and quality of life
For more information or any questions, feel free to send us a message through Contact Us and we will be happy to address any concerns.
Acupuncture Physicians
Acupuncture Physician | Educator | Bon Buddhist Meditation Leader
With over 23 years of experience as an acupuncture physician, Elena Ochoa is a seasoned practitioner deeply committed to helping her patients achieve physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. She specializes in Five Element Acupuncture, integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine with a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Elena’s treatments focus on balancing the body, mind, and spirit to foster long-term health and vitality.
In addition to her formal training, Elena spent five years studying indigenous medicine with renowned healer Doña Vicenta in Tepoztlán, Mexico. This deep dive into ancestral knowledged profoundly shaped her approach, adding another dimension to her practice by incorporating traditional healing wisdom passed down through generations.
Before pursuing her passion for acupuncture, Elena had a successful career in business and taught finance at Universidad Iberoamericana. Her diverse background brings a unique perspective to her practice, blending pragmatic understanding with the profound wisdom of the Five Element tradition. She was also a respected teacher and supervisor at the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, guiding the next generations of acupuncturists in both theory and
In addition to her healing work, Elena is an Umdze (meditation leader) in Bon Buddhist meditation, leading meditative practices that promote inner peace and spiritual growth. Her deep involvement in meditation enriches her acupuncture practice, allowing her to treat not only physical ailments but also deeper emotional and energetic imbalances.
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Outside of her professional life, Elena’s vibrant personality shines through her love of dance, from tango to ballroom and salsa. She is also a devoted mother of two sons and a proud grandmother of two granddaughters. Elena’s passion for cooking adds warmth to her life, especially when hosting guests at her beautiful bed and breakfast in Tepoztlán, Mexico. It is here, in the serene surroundings of Tepoztlán, that she holds retreats, combining her expertise in acupuncture, meditation, and healing to create transformative experiences for her guests.
Acupuncture Physician | Educator
Roxana Gonzalez-Pouza has dedicated her life to making a difference in people’s lives. From a young age, she knew her purpose was to help others, and this genuine desire is evident from the moment you meet her. After graduating from FIU with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Roxana furthered her education at the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, where she earned her master’s degree in Classical Five Element Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.
In twenty plus years, in private practice, Roxana has accomplished to provide a sacred space, offering personalized, one-on-one care, addressing the body, mind, and emotional well-being. Roxana’s personal development work enhances her ability to integrate life skills into her treatments, guiding patients toward balance and wellness.
Learning has always been a passion for Roxana, who continuously seeks to expand her expertise. Over the years, she has attended various workshops, adding up-to-date techniques while maintaining the essence of this ancient healing practice, enhancing her patient care. She is also an enthusiastic educator who loves to share her knowledge from the heart. She shared
her expertise as a clinical supervisor at the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, mentoring future practitioners.
Together with Elena Ochoa, her business partner of 23 years, Roxana recently launched Wellness Wisdom, a division that hosts local seminars and international wellness retreats. These retreats empower participants with tools, and techniques to foster overall balance and healing. These seminars focus on teachings of meditation practices, acupressure techniques, indigenous herbal remedies, among other holistic modalities. Designed for individuals of all levels, from beginners to experts, the retreats offer growth for everyone seeking holistic tools to maintain health and improve their quality of life amid life’s stressors and challenges.
Roxana’s family is at the heart of everything she does, and she brings this sense of connection and care to every aspect of her work. She has a passion for nature, especially the ocean, which serves as a place of peace and renewal for her. Her background shapes her approach to both her personal and professional life, driving her to continuously grow and evolve as a practitioner.
Why us?
What sets us apart from other acupuncturists is that we tailor the treatments based on the constitution of the individual by their Chinese pulses and Color-Sound-Odor-Emotion (CSOE).
The art is based on the Law of the five Elements which is the representation of nature. Everyone is affected by changes in nature differently, for example: Seasonal allergies. We gently, assist the body to come into balance on its own and help in the transition from season to season in health. Our goal is for the body to heal itself. Other acupuncturists use formula treatments, meaning everyone who walks in with low back pain receives the same, or similar treatment or points.
We believe that energy is very sacred; we choose and locate our points with precision in order to accomplish balance. During treatment we are constantly reading the Chinese pulses which indicate to us what the body’s needs are, since they change after just one point. Other acupuncturists use many more points in their treatments and do not take the pulses regularly or even at all during the session.
Unlike other acupuncturists who sometimes see several patients at the same time, we work on an appointment basis giving our undivided attention to each patient.
Complementary First Visit
Since Classical Five Element Acupuncture treats the person at the level of their constitution and not just based on the symptoms we need to take the time to meet the patient and begin an evaluation, in order to determine if the patient is a candidate for acupuncture. This is done through the Chinese pulses in order to determine if the patient is a candidate for acupuncture. This session will not include an acupuncture treatment, but a one on one interview with the acupuncture physician who will answer questions, and layout the frequency of treatments needed depending on each individual case. Visit our Miami Acupuncture Center for Wellness.

What our clients say ABOUT US
I was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia as a child. Since then I've been going to the doctors, taking medication, suffering from joint pains. As I got older the pain increased. I also started to feel more tired and began going in and out of the hospital. Every three months my hemoglobin would drop within the normal limits.
One day in March of 2004 after being in the hospital for a week one of the regular patients at the eye clinic where I work recommended me to have acupuncture, she gave the phone number of the Acupuncture Center for Wellness.
In my first consultation I was introduced to the Five Element Acupuncture. I went twice a week for my treatment which made me feel relaxed, more energetic, more alive and less pain. It was almost as if I were a new person.
After a year I couldn't be happier with the results and their care. I am now able to travel back home to the Bahamas and most of all I have peace of mind having such quality of life. I continue on the maintenance acupuncture program and have not returned to the hospital in all this years