Chanta Van Laanen, Certified Acupuncturist (CAc), is not only trained as a healer, scientist and preventative care specialist, but also is a gifted linguist and passionate herbologist. With her unique background and training, she brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to her patients, unmatched by most in her field.
Early influences
Chanta’s interest in preventative care and a more holistic approach to health care stems from her earliest days. She grew up in Wisconsin enjoying the great outdoors. She spent her youth camping, hiking, bird watching, and collecting leaves and flowers. Her family impressed on her the importance of herbs and vegetables in the diet and she never ate a carrot without someone saying “it’s good for your eyes.” While other kids were being treated with western medicines, Chanta was more likely to be given tea or another natural remedy during illness.
After receiving her BS degree from UW-Madison in Horticulture with a focus in Sustainable Agriculture, Chanta traveled all over Asia. Her studies at the UW included environmental science, soil science, entomology and plant pathology. Many of the same basic principles are shared by both sustainable agriculture & preventative medicine. This gave Chanta a deep-rooted understanding of her later studies in Herbology & Oriental Medicine, due to her grounded understanding of the life sciences.
Chanta spent a year teaching English in Thailand where she also became versed in Thai massage, Thai medicinal herbs, and the Thai language. Later, Chanta spent 8 months teaching English in Korea where she also learned about traditional dietary concepts and was able to discover the utility of classically trained herbologists' remedies.
After returning stateside, Chanta and her (then) future-husband, Alex, moved to Southern California. Due to the much more rigorous requirements of California’s schools over the national standard, Chanta trained at the highest level available in the U.S. as an Acupuncturist.
Training
Upon completing her Masters of Science in Acupunture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) from the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) Chanta graduated as Salutatorian of her class and received the Shen Nong Herbology Award. During her years at SCUHS, Chanta participated in Healing Hands for Humanity in both 2008 and 2009 where student club members volunteer once a month to provide free acupuncture & medical screening to impoverished communities in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. She was also appointed SCU Medicinal Herb Garden Horticulturalist.
Chanta has had hands on experience treating conditions including (but not limited to):
Colds/flu, Hypertension, Diabetes, Arthritis, Sciatica, Hemiplegia following Stroke, Post-Concussive Disorder, Parkinson’s Disease, COPD, Menstrual pain & irregularity, Sprains and Strains, Stress, Fatigue, IBS, Indigestion, Constipation & Diarrhea, Meniere’s Disease, Vertigo, Bell’s Palsy, Edema, Urinary difficulty, Hepatitis, Shingles, Insomnia, Hyperthyroidism, Asthma, Allergies, Neuropathy, Migraine…
Publications
Since 2007 Chanta has been an editor for Harmony & Balance Press/QPuncture, Inc.
Current or recent projects include: - Editor: Minibook of Oriental Medicine by HB Kim, LAc (a pocket reference for practitioners & students), released April 2009
- “HB’s Forum” on www.qpuncture.com, an online Q & A for students and practitioners in the field of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Languages
Aside from her native tongue, Chanta is also speaks some Thai, Korean, conversational Spanish, and has a limited understanding of written Chinese. She is TESOL Certified.
About Chanta’s Alma Mater, SCUHS www.scuhs.edu
Southern California University of Health Sciences is a combined Chiropractic and Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine University, focused on evidence-based and integrated treatment with a heavy "western" biomedical science education. It is dually accredited, both by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC); a combined distinction shared by only a couple elite AOM universites.
At SCUHS students are trained from the very first day to receive their patients as primary care providers working in conjunction with other health care professionals to offer intergrated services to keep individuals active and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. This is accomplished through a competency-based, problem-oriented and patient-centered curriculum.
Chanta Van Laanen, Certified Acupuncturist (CAc), is not only trained as a healer, scientist and preventative care specialist, but also is a gifted linguist and passionate herbologist. With her unique background and training, she brings a wealth of knowledge and skill to her patients, unmatched by most in her field.
Early influences
Chanta’s interest in preventative care and a more holistic approach to health care stems from her earliest days. She grew up in Wisconsin enjoying the great outdoors. She spent her youth camping, hiking, bird watching, and collecting leaves and flowers. Her family impressed on her the importance of herbs and vegetables in the diet and she never ate a carrot without someone saying “it’s good for your eyes.” While other kids were being treated with western medicines, Chanta was more likely to be given tea or another natural remedy during illness.
After receiving her BS degree from UW-Madison in Horticulture with a focus in Sustainable Agriculture, Chanta traveled all over Asia. Her studies at the UW included environmental science, soil science, entomology and plant pathology. Many of the same basic principles are shared by both sustainable agriculture & preventative medicine. This gave Chanta a deep-rooted understanding of her later studies in Herbology & Oriental Medicine, due to her grounded understanding of the life sciences.
Chanta spent a year teaching English in Thailand where she also became versed in Thai massage, Thai medicinal herbs, and the Thai language. Later, Chanta spent 8 months teaching English in Korea where she also learned about traditional dietary concepts and was able to discover the utility of classically trained herbologists' remedies.
After returning stateside, Chanta and her (then) future-husband, Alex, moved to Southern California. Due to the much more rigorous requirements of California’s schools over the national standard, Chanta trained at the highest level available in the U.S. as an Acupuncturist.
Training
Upon completing her Masters of Science in Acupunture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) from the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) Chanta graduated as Salutatorian of her class and received the Shen Nong Herbology Award. During her years at SCUHS, Chanta participated in Healing Hands for Humanity in both 2008 and 2009 where student club members volunteer once a month to provide free acupuncture & medical screening to impoverished communities in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. She was also appointed SCU Medicinal Herb Garden Horticulturalist.
Chanta has had hands on experience treating conditions including (but not limited to):
Colds/flu, Hypertension, Diabetes, Arthritis, Sciatica, Hemiplegia following Stroke, Post-Concussive Disorder, Parkinson’s Disease, COPD, Menstrual pain & irregularity, Sprains and Strains, Stress, Fatigue, IBS, Indigestion, Constipation & Diarrhea, Meniere’s Disease, Vertigo, Bell’s Palsy, Edema, Urinary difficulty, Hepatitis, Shingles, Insomnia, Hyperthyroidism, Asthma, Allergies, Neuropathy, Migraine…
Publications
Since 2007 Chanta has been an editor for Harmony & Balance Press/QPuncture, Inc.
Current or recent projects include:
Languages
Aside from her native tongue, Chanta is also speaks some Thai, Korean, conversational Spanish, and has a limited understanding of written Chinese. She is TESOL Certified.
About Chanta’s Alma Mater, SCUHS www.scuhs.edu
Southern California University of Health Sciences is a combined Chiropractic and Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine University, focused on evidence-based and integrated treatment with a heavy "western" biomedical science education. It is dually accredited, both by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC); a combined distinction shared by only a couple elite AOM universites.
At SCUHS students are trained from the very first day to receive their patients as primary care providers working in conjunction with other health care professionals to offer intergrated services to keep individuals active and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. This is accomplished through a competency-based, problem-oriented and patient-centered curriculum.
Early influences
Chanta’s interest in preventative care and a more holistic approach to health care stems from her earliest days. She grew up in Wisconsin enjoying the great outdoors. She spent her youth camping, hiking, bird watching, and collecting leaves and flowers. Her family impressed on her the importance of herbs and vegetables in the diet and she never ate a carrot without someone saying “it’s good for your eyes.” While other kids were being treated with western medicines, Chanta was more likely to be given tea or another natural remedy during illness.
After receiving her BS degree from UW-Madison in Horticulture with a focus in Sustainable Agriculture, Chanta traveled all over Asia. Her studies at the UW included environmental science, soil science, entomology and plant pathology. Many of the same basic principles are shared by both sustainable agriculture & preventative medicine. This gave Chanta a deep-rooted understanding of her later studies in Herbology & Oriental Medicine, due to her grounded understanding of the life sciences.
Chanta spent a year teaching English in Thailand where she also became versed in Thai massage, Thai medicinal herbs, and the Thai language. Later, Chanta spent 8 months teaching English in Korea where she also learned about traditional dietary concepts and was able to discover the utility of classically trained herbologists' remedies.
After returning stateside, Chanta and her (then) future-husband, Alex, moved to Southern California. Due to the much more rigorous requirements of California’s schools over the national standard, Chanta trained at the highest level available in the U.S. as an Acupuncturist.
Training
Upon completing her Masters of Science in Acupunture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) from the Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) Chanta graduated as Salutatorian of her class and received the Shen Nong Herbology Award. During her years at SCUHS, Chanta participated in Healing Hands for Humanity in both 2008 and 2009 where student club members volunteer once a month to provide free acupuncture & medical screening to impoverished communities in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas. She was also appointed SCU Medicinal Herb Garden Horticulturalist.
Chanta has had hands on experience treating conditions including (but not limited to):
Colds/flu, Hypertension, Diabetes, Arthritis, Sciatica, Hemiplegia following Stroke, Post-Concussive Disorder, Parkinson’s Disease, COPD, Menstrual pain & irregularity, Sprains and Strains, Stress, Fatigue, IBS, Indigestion, Constipation & Diarrhea, Meniere’s Disease, Vertigo, Bell’s Palsy, Edema, Urinary difficulty, Hepatitis, Shingles, Insomnia, Hyperthyroidism, Asthma, Allergies, Neuropathy, Migraine…
Publications
Since 2007 Chanta has been an editor for Harmony & Balance Press/QPuncture, Inc.
Current or recent projects include:
- Editor: Minibook of Oriental Medicine by HB Kim, LAc (a pocket reference for practitioners & students), released April 2009
- “HB’s Forum” on www.qpuncture.com, an online Q & A for students and practitioners in the field of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Languages
Aside from her native tongue, Chanta is also speaks some Thai, Korean, conversational Spanish, and has a limited understanding of written Chinese. She is TESOL Certified.
About Chanta’s Alma Mater, SCUHS www.scuhs.edu
Southern California University of Health Sciences is a combined Chiropractic and Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine University, focused on evidence-based and integrated treatment with a heavy "western" biomedical science education. It is dually accredited, both by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC); a combined distinction shared by only a couple elite AOM universites.
At SCUHS students are trained from the very first day to receive their patients as primary care providers working in conjunction with other health care professionals to offer intergrated services to keep individuals active and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. This is accomplished through a competency-based, problem-oriented and patient-centered curriculum.
