Carrie Klein, MAcOM, LAc

I founded Alberta Street Acupuncture Clinic in 2004 with the vision of providing high quality, accessible and compassionate care in a tranquil environment. I have endeavored for the clinic to be a refuge and oasis for those seeking health and healing through alternative medicine.   I have extensive experience in private practice,  providing over 40,000 treatments in the clinic setting.   I am passionate about Chinese medicine and alternative healthcare, and enjoy working with clients to achieve the sense of physical and emotional health and well-being that we all deserve to have.

I specialize in treating musculoskeletal pain and injuries and helping athletes maintain their bodies for peak performance.   Additional specialties include the treatment of sleep disorders, stress/anxiety, digestive issues, dermatological issues and women's health issues, including PMS and menopause.  I am also experienced in treating fertility issues, including acupuncture used in conjunction with Western Reproductive Medicine.  

Much of my practice is dedicated to working with patients to achieve and maintain a sense of physical and emotional ease, wellness and vitality in their day to day lives.

In public health,  I have provided acupuncture to clients at Central City Concern's outpatient alcohol and drug treatment facility,  at Hooper Memorial Detoxification Center ( an in-patient alcohol and drug detoxification center) , and for inmates at Washington County Corrections.  I have worked for Project Quest Integrative Health Program, providing care to clients with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C.  

In the field of acupuncture and mental health,  I worked for the Community Engagement Project,  treating outpatient mental health clients in a group setting.  I was the lead acupuncturist for an integrative program between Central City Concern and Cascadia Behavioral Health at the Bridgeview Community, where I collaborated with a Nurse Practitioner, on-site at transitional housing for individuals dealing with chronic mental illness and homelessness.  As an educator, for several years, I hosted observers from the Masters Degree program at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine at the Alberta Street Acupuncture Clinic.  I also worked for 3 years as a Traditional Chinese Medicine Pathology teaching assistant at the OCOM, and was a clinical supervisor of Masters degree student interns at Hooper Memorial Detoxification Center.   I am certified by the NCCAOM, The National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, and the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners.  

I  am continually pursuing advanced studies in Classical Chinese Medicine, Philosophy, Yangshen and Herbalism.    My practice is currently full, but I am able to open my books to new clients a few times a year. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment with me, please call the clinic at 503-249-9300.