Our Acupuncture Team

 

Dr. Tanya Love, DAOM, LAc

Holistic Healer | Sports Medicine Specialist | Advocate for Whole-Person Wellness

Dr. Tanya Love is a highly trained, compassionate acupuncturist with a deep commitment to helping people live healthier, pain-free, and more connected lives. With over a decade of experience, she combines the wisdom of Eastern medicine with modern, evidence-informed approaches to support healing at every level—physical, emotional, and energetic.

Dr. Love earned her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) in 2017 and her Master’s degree (MAcOM) in 2014, both from the prestigious Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. She also holds dual undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Biology from the University of Oregon, grounding her clinical approach in both science and spirit.

In 2022, Dr. Love completed advanced training through the Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program with Dr. Whitfield Reaves, OMD, one of the foremost experts in acupuncture for athletic injuries. This has further deepened her work with athletes and injury rehabilitation clients, where she blends precision techniques with a holistic, individualized touch.

Areas of Specialization

  • Sports & Auto Injuries

  • Post-Surgical & Post-Stroke Rehabilitation

  • Chronic & Acute Pain

  • Headaches & Migraines

  • Digestive Health & Internal Medicine

  • Fertility, Pregnancy, & Women’s Health

  • Hormonal Balance & Peri-Menopause

  • Pediatrics

  • Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression & PTSD

Dr. Love is currently accepting new patients and is in-network with most major insurance providers. She also welcomes worker’s compensation, motor vehicle accident (MVA), and self-pay clients.

A Life of Balance & Passion

When she’s not in the clinic, Tanya lives life to the fullest—whether she's hiking through Oregon’s forests, wakeboarding on the lake, snowboarding in the mountains, or exploring new cultures around the world. She’s an avid adventurer, passionate gardener, and devoted mother who treasures time with her family.

Through every facet of her life and work, Dr. Love is committed to creating a world that’s more connected, compassionate, and well.

Dr. Bonnie Sweetland, DAOM, LAc

Whole-Person Health Specialist | Five Element Acupuncturist | Advocate for Lifelong Vitality

Dr. Bonnie Sweetland is a seasoned Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine with nearly two decades of experience in clinical practice, research, and integrative health education. She is passionate about helping patients uncover and address the metabolic, nutritional, physical, and emotional factors that may contribute to chronic health concerns.

Her approach combines the rich traditions of Five Element Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-informed strategies. Whether treating pain, injury, digestive concerns, emotional health, or autoimmune patterns, Dr. Sweetland looks beyond isolated symptoms to better understand the deeper imbalances affecting the whole person.

Dr. Sweetland earned her Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland. She received her Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, Florida, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sustainable Studies from The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington.

She believes meaningful healing begins by working with the body’s natural rhythms. Through education, compassionate care, and individualized treatment, she empowers patients with the knowledge and tools needed to restore balance and actively participate in their health.

Areas of Specialization

  • Personal Injury, Auto Accidents & Sports Injuries

  • Chronic & Acute Pain

  • Headaches & Migraines

  • Digestive Health & Internal Medicine

  • Anxiety, Depression & PTSD

  • Inflammation & Immune-System Dysregulation

  • Metabolic & Nutritional Health

  • Healthy Aging, Mobility & Vitality

  • Psycho-Emotional Patterns

  • Comprehensive Whole-Person Care

A Healing Philosophy Rooted in Nature

A lifelong Oregonian, Dr. Sweetland draws inspiration from the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. She enjoys hiking, kayaking, foraging, and exploring herbal medicine—all of which reflect her belief that connecting with nature can be an important part of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Whether a patient is recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking holistic support for emotional wellness, Dr. Sweetland provides compassionate, personalized, and results-oriented care. She is honored to walk alongside her patients as they reconnect with their natural vitality and work toward living healthier, more balanced lives.

Dr. Bradley Capron, DACM, LAc

Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine | Licensed Acupuncturist | Clinical Herbalist

Dr. Bradley Capron is a highly respected acupuncturist and herbalist with over two decades of clinical experience. Since beginning his practice in 2004, he has developed a strong reputation for effectively treating pain, orthopedic injuries, and complex internal medicine cases. His approach blends classical Chinese medicine with modern, evidence-informed techniques to deliver targeted, lasting results.

While pain management and musculoskeletal health are central to his practice, Dr. Capron also treats a wide range of conditions—including digestive disorders, neurological issues, autoimmune disease, men’s and women’s health concerns, stress, and anxiety.

His acupuncture style is gentle yet highly effective, incorporating advanced techniques such as:

  • Electro-acupuncture

  • Sports medicine-style dry needling

  • Trigger point therapy

  • Manual therapies including cupping, assisted stretching, deep tissue massage, and shiatsu

Education & Experience

  • Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) – Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, Portland (2022)
    Focus: Orthopedics & Taoist Cosmology in Medicine

  • Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Traditional Chinese Medical College of Hawaii (2004)
    Post-graduate internship with the college’s founder

Dr. Capron has practiced in a variety of settings, from integrative medical clinics and motor vehicle accident recovery centers to high-end resort spas and private practice. He also serves as a clinical supervisor at the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), mentoring the next generation of acupuncture professionals.

Dr. Kaitlin Leonard, DACM, LAc

Pain Relief Specialist | Women’s Health Advocate | Compassionate Whole-Person Care

Dr. Kaitlin Leonard is a licensed acupuncturist dedicated to helping patients find lasting relief from pain, recover from injuries, and restore optimal health. Her compassionate, individualized approach combines the wisdom of East Asian medicine with her strong scientific background to support the body’s natural healing processes.

Dr. Leonard earned her acupuncture degree from the National University of Natural Medicine in 2015 and completed her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine at the Pacific College of Health and Science in 2020.

Before entering clinical practice, Dr. Leonard worked as a biologist. Her fascination with the science of life and the interconnectedness of the human body ultimately inspired her pursuit of medicine. She later shared her knowledge and clinical experience as a faculty member at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, helping educate and prepare the next generation of practitioners.

Dr. Leonard creates thoughtful treatment plans tailored to each patient’s symptoms, health history, and goals. Her treatments may incorporate acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping therapy, and moxibustion to address both immediate concerns and the underlying patterns affecting a patient’s well-being.

Areas of Specialization

  • Chronic & Acute Pain

  • Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries

  • Injury Recovery & Rehabilitation

  • Digestive Disorders

  • Women’s Health

  • Prenatal Support

  • Postpartum Care

A Life Rooted in Nature & Family

Dr. Leonard lives in Sandy, Oregon, where she is the mother of a busy toddler. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys spending time outdoors, gardening, and caring for her flock of 30 chickens.

She brings the same curiosity, dedication, and nurturing spirit she values in her home life into her work with patients. Dr. Leonard strives to create a welcoming and collaborative healthcare experience in which every patient feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.

Jessica Moody, LAc

Women’s Health Advocate | Pain & Injury Specialist | Integrative Herbal Practitioner

Jessica Moody is a board-certified and licensed acupuncturist passionate about helping people feel comfortable, vibrant, and at home in their bodies. Her approach focuses on calming the nervous system, releasing muscular tension, and bringing the body, mind, and spirit into a more balanced state of well-being.

Jessica earned her Master of Science in Acupuncture from the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine. She gained valuable clinical experience working in a busy integrative clinic on the East Coast specializing in pain management and internal medicine. After relocating to Portland, she continued her education through a doctoral program focused on women’s health, orthopedics, and mental well-being.

Jessica’s connection to acupuncture is deeply personal. She first experienced its healing benefits while navigating chronic pain and digestive concerns related to an autoimmune condition. Acupuncture brought her a renewed sense of vibrancy and nourishment that transformed her life and inspired her to study the medicine. Today, she draws from that experience to empower others to connect with their bodies and discover their own capacity for healing.

Her treatments may incorporate gentle acupuncture, electroacupuncture, tuina massage, cupping, gua sha, manual therapy, trigger-point release, and acupressure. She carefully tailors each session to the patient’s symptoms, comfort level, health history, and goals.

Areas of Specialization

  • Women’s Health & Hormonal Balance

  • Fertility, Pregnancy & Menopause

  • Orthopedics & Injury Recovery

  • Chronic & Acute Pain

  • Headaches & Migraines

  • Digestive Disorders

  • Insomnia & Sleep Support

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Autoimmune Conditions

  • Mental & Emotional Well-Being

Rooted in Herbal Medicine

Jessica completed clinical training in Chinese herbal medicine through the AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin, Texas. She also completed the Herbalist Training Program at the Elderberry School of Botanical Medicine in Portland, where she learned to identify, harvest, and prepare medicine from plants native to the Pacific Northwest.

With a longstanding appreciation for plants as medicine, Jessica thoughtfully selects herbal combinations intended to address each patient’s underlying patterns and support lasting balance from within.

A Life of Movement & Connection

Outside the clinic, Jessica enjoys yoga, meditation, and participating in Portland’s dance community. She loves discovering beautiful nature hikes, photographing colorful flowers, traveling, watching sunsets, and preparing healthy meals with friends.

Jessica brings this same sense of curiosity, connection, and joy into her work, creating a supportive environment where patients feel heard, cared for, and empowered throughout their healing journeys.