BIOGRAPHY
IN MEMORY OF:
SILVERDOON
"Denim"

Rebecca Douglass has a strong background in the medical sciences.  She received her
bachelors at the University of Maryland in 1996. She majored in Animal Science/ Pre Vet and
graduated with honors.  She then went on to study behavioral ecology in graduate school.  
In addition she completed equine dental school and after rigorous testing received her
certification through the IAED.  While practicing equine dentistry, she decided to return to
school to study Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for a holistic, natural and preventative
approach to all illness.  

She studied at the Maryland Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine and graduated top of
her class in 2003.  Her studies in Animal Acupuncture were through the Traditional
Acupuncture Institute (TAI Sophia) where she now assists in teaching the equine portion of
the program.

She is board certified through the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and
Oriental Medicine, licensed in Acupuncture and certified by the state of Maryland in Animal
Acupuncture.  Rebecca's continuing education also includes Classical Chinese Medicine,
Chinese Herbal Medicine, Japanese Meridian Therapy, Asian Bodywork, Postural Alignment,
Craniosacral Therapy and Somato-Emotional Release.  Her CST and SER education was
acquired through the Upledger Institute.  She remains a current member of the American
Acupuncture Council.

She has been riding and training horses for 25+ years and continues to keep her knowledge
on the cutting edge in all aspects of animal care.  She has experience in dressage, long
lining, driving, and liberty training.  Her experience with both horses and riders helps her
understand and develop a holistic approach to their needs.  

Rebecca is founder of AcuPoint Therapies LLC, a mixed practice of both human and animal
patients.  She believes in approaching wellness with a holistic view.  This includes diet,
exercise & body awareness, acupuncture, acupressure/myofascial release, herbal medicine,
and craniosacral therapy.  Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact her.
Above: Rebecca's  Morgan gelding,
Spring Hollow Raindancer



Below: KLN All In Command, owned by
Patricia Douglass, ridden by Rebecca
AcuPoint Therapies LLC
Woodbine, MD
PH:(410) 440-8875