Dr. Mariya Gold, DACM

From Patient to Owner
Dr. Mariya’s journey with Kailua Acupuncture Clinic began in 2005—not as a practitioner, but as a patient. Her experience was so impactful that she joined the clinic the following year as a receptionist, later became office manager, and eventually earned her license to practice acupuncture in 2011. In 2022, she became the proud owner of the clinic she once turned to for care.
Education & Credentials
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Board Certified Acupuncturist, actively licensed in the state of Hawaii since 2011
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Nationally certified by NCCAOM as Diplomate of Acupuncture
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Postgraduate Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree with specialization in Integrative Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Sciences, CA
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Masters' degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, HI
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Bachelor of Arts in International Business and French from Portland State University, OR
Dr. Mariya Gold, DACM
Licensed Acupuncturist | Clinic Owner | Lifelong Explorer
Advanced Training
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Externship in Advanced Chinese Medicine at the Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine with clinical observation at The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine -Guangzhou, China
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Certified in Sports Medicine Acupuncture with Whitfield Reeves, L.Ac. -Maui, HI
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Certified in Lomilomi Hawaiian Healing with Pa Ola Hawaii -Waimanalo, HI
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Certified in Healing Community Trauma with Acupuncturists Without Borders, Honolulu, HI
Global Perspective
Mariya has lived, worked, or studied in Switzerland, France, Peru, and Mexico. Her global experiences continue to shape her holistic, integrative approach to healing.
A Few Fun Facts
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Pictured in Climbing Magazine while rock climbing in Oregon
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One grandmother was a World War II pilot
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The other served as a State Senator in Oregon
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Used to be fluent in French and Spanish (a bit rusty now)
Her Philosophy
Dr. Mariya believes healing is a partnership between patient and practitioner. She combines technical skill with deep empathy and cultural wisdom, offering a grounded, heart-centered approach to care.
Hobbies
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Surfing, outrigger paddling, hiking, yoga and meditation
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Loves spending time with her daughter Evy and fiancé Matt
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Enjoys volunteering with AccesSurf
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Has volunteered with and enjoys supporting Acupuncturists Without Borders and The Surfrider Foundation
Ask Dr. Mariya

What inspired you to become an acupuncturist?

“My own healing journey began as a patient at KAC.”

What’s something unexpected about you?

“I've summited three mountains in South America”

What’s one place that changed your perspective?

“Studying Chinese Medicine in China, seeing how truly integrated this medicine can be”

What advice do you give most often?

“Healing isn’t linear—be patient with your process.”