“From tactical missions to holistic healing, my mission has always been helping people move stronger + live better.”

Dr. Trisha Bear, DACM, MSTOM

STRENGTH + PASSION

have shaped every chapter of my life.

From growing up in Haslett, Michigan—where I fell in love with gymnastics, diving, and weightlifting—to serving 23 years in the U.S. Coast Guard, my path has always been about resilience, purpose, and helping others.

As a Boatswain’s Mate Chief, I piloted high-speed pursuit boats, led search and rescue missions, and represented the Coast Guard in national commercials, advertisements, and even a Pentagon documentary. I was among the first enlisted women to integrate into a tactical law enforcement unit—one of the Coast Guard’s last male-only teams. Along the way, I competed in bench press competitions and lived a life dedicated to strength—both physical and mental.

But years of high-intensity service and a lifetime of athletic pursuits came at a cost: chronic back pain and injuries that traditional care couldn’t fix. That’s when I discovered the transformative power of acupuncture. Experiencing its effects firsthand inspired me to pivot from tactical operations to healing—pursuing a mission that blends my passion for strength with holistic medicine.

I earned my Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and a Master’s in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego. During my training, I interned at:

+ UCSD Cancer Center
+ UCSD RIMAC Sports Clinic
+ North County Water and Sports Therapy
+ Beijing Acupuncture Hospital and International Training Center
+ MiraMar Acupuncture (under mentor Shanti Wu)

Determined to specialize in

ORTHOPEDIC + SPORTS MEDICINE,

I completed advanced training in the prestigious Sports Medicine Acupuncture program with Matt Callison, and continued mentorship with leaders like Whitfield Reaves, Richard Hazel, and Anthony Lombardi. This is when I was trained in ElectroAcupuncture Medicine (EAM) to accelerate healing and enhance performance.

Today, at BEAR STRENGTH ACUPUNCTURE,

I offer a comprehensive approach that blends Traditional Chinese Medicine, sports recovery techniques, and advanced modalities like ElectroAcupuncture, cupping, gua sha, myofascial release, fascia stretching, and more.

CREDENTIALS +

CERTIFICATIONS

  • (DACM)

  • MSTOM

  • TPI, Eric Cressey Shoulder Program

TRAIN HARD.
RECOVER SMARTER.

Book a session today and experience personalized acupuncture care—powered by Traditional Chinese Medicine and advanced ElectroAcupuncture—to help you heal faster, prevent injuries, and optimize performance.