At True Life Center, we believe the future of mental health care is integrative, interdisciplinary, and grounded in the relationship between the mind, body, nervous system, and daily life. We are seeking a full-time licensed Acupuncturist and Bodymind Provider to join our busy and growing integrative mental health practice in San Diego. This role is designed for a multi-disciplined practitioner who provides holistic, body-based modalities within a supportive, collaborative treatment model. In this position, our dedicated administrative team handles all scheduling, billing, and patient communication so you can focus entirely on patient care, clinical collaboration, and department development. Who We Are True Life Center is an Integrative Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) mental health program dedicated to helping individuals discover and heal the root causes of pain and suffering, treating high-acuity primary mental health disorders. Our multidisciplinary team brings together psychotherapy, psychiatry, nursing, integrative medicine, acupuncture, massage therapy, biofeedback, nutrition, movement, mindfulness, and other evidence-informed approaches. We believe meaningful healing happens when patients are supported as whole people—not simply treated for symptoms. Our culture is collaborative, growth-oriented, compassionate, and supportive. The Opportunity As an Acupuncturist and Bodymind Provider , you will deliver grounded, patient-centered care through a diversified clinical schedule that includes acupuncture, massage, mindfulness, and movement practices. You will conduct predominantly 1:1 sessions with the opportunity to facilitate small, intimate groups. This is an opportunity for a skilled practitioner who thrives in a collaborative environment, values continuous learning and feedback, and is passionate about delivering heart-centered, trauma-informed care within an integrative mental health setting. What You'll Do Clinical Practice & Patient Care Provide high-quality 1:1 and small-group care within your professional scope, integrating acupuncture, massage, mindfulness, and movement practices. Guide and instruct patients in various movement, mindfulness, and self-care techniques, such as qi gong, yoga, and meditation. Offer gentle, heart-centered, and grounded care using proper massage and draping techniques. Maintain attention to detail and adhere strictly to clinical standards, safety, and operational instructions. Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Department Development Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychotherapists, and integrative providers to support whole-person care. Share your knowledge and expertise to contribute to ongoing department development and clinical growth. Engage openly in receiving and integrating feedback to foster continuous professional growth and clinical excellence. Who You Are You are a multi-disciplined practitioner trained and interested in providing multiple modalities and skill sets to support patients in a truly holistic way. You bring a grounded, compassionate bedside manner with a gentle approach and treat from a heart-centered, patient-centered presence. Dedicated to continuous learning, you enjoy sharing your expertise collaboratively and feel comfortable receiving feedback. You thrive with a diversified clinical day that blends acupuncture, massage, mindfulness, and movement practices. Qualifications Required Current, unrestricted license as an Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the state of California. Minimum of one year of paid working experience as a licensed acupuncturist. Demonstrated experience guiding and instructing patients in movement and mindfulness techniques (such as qi gong, yoga, meditation, and/or other self-care practices). Practical experience providing massage therapy with mastery of proper clinical draping techniques. Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow clinical and administrative instructions. Strongly Preferred Experience working in a mental health setting and/or experience working with mental health and substance use populations. Formal background or training in trauma-informed care. To Be Considered for an Interview Please complete all portions of the application, including: Resume Cover Letter In your cover letter, we'd love to learn: Why you are interested in joining True Life Center. How your multi-disciplined clinical background informs your approach to whole-person care. How you integrate acupuncture, movement, and mindfulness into treating mental health. We encourage you to visit to learn more about True Life Center, our mission, and our interdisciplinary model of care. True Life Center for Wellbeing maintains an at-will employment policy. Employment and compensation may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice at any time at the option of either True Life Center for Wellbeing or the employee.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): This position requires provision of multiple modalities -- Acupuncture/Cupping/Guasha, Massage, Meditation/Mindfulness instruction, Movement Instruction (e.g. yoga/qi gong). Part 1: Rate your competency level from 1-10, 1=not competent, 10=expert. Part 2: For these four responsibilities, what is the ideal percentage of time you would want to perform each?

example:

25% each or 100% acupuncture Please share about a specific time where you experienced conflict with someone. How did you navigate it and what was the outcome? What do you look for in an ideal job?

Work Location:

In person