About Karen

Karen Giles is a nationally board certified, New York State licensed acupuncturist. Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Karen earned a Master of Acupuncture degree from Tai Sophia Institute in Laurel, Maryland.

As the first accredited acupuncture program in the United States, Tai Sophia's Master of Acupuncture program combines rigorous classroom teaching with rich clinical experiences in Five Element Acupuncture. As a result, Karen has a strong theoretical and philosophical foundation of how to treat each of her patients with skill, compassion, and care.

Karen is a member of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and the New York State Association of Licensed Acupuncturists (NYSALA). She is committed to continuing education and staying current with the latest research and developments in acupuncture and integrative medicine.

Karen's practice is rooted in the Five Element tradition, which views each person as a unique individual whose health is influenced by the interplay of the five elements — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Her goal is to help each patient achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being.

Karen is an exceptional acupuncturist. Her knowledge, skill, and compassionate care have made a tremendous difference in my health and well-being. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking acupuncture treatment.

— Patient, Port Jefferson NY

I came to Karen with chronic back pain that had been bothering me for years. After just a few treatments, I noticed a significant improvement. Karen takes the time to really listen and understand your needs.

— Patient, Long Island NY

Karen's Five Element approach is truly unique. She treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. I feel better than I have in years and am so grateful for her care.

— Patient, Suffolk County NY