Dr. Michelle Hirsch, DACM, L.Ac.
Dr. Michelle Hirsch, DACM, L.Ac.
Dr. Michelle Hirsch is a Functional Medicine Doctor, California State Licensed Acupuncturist, and Chinese Herbalist with over two decades of experience in integrative healthcare. She combines Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with Functional Medicine to help her patients achieve optimal health.
Michelle graduated from the University of Michigan in 1997 with a focus on Women’s Health, where she first realized that a balanced, nutrient-rich diet is the foundation of a healthy body. She spent 13 years working in organic farming and sustainable community agriculture. In 2007, Michelle founded a neighborhood community garden in Berkeley, which continues to thrive and provide fresh organic produce and eggs to her community.
In 2009, Michelle earned her Master’s in Chinese Medicine from the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences (ACCHS). She co-founded Octagon Community Acupuncture, where she continues to serve hundreds of patients, specializing in digestive and fertility issues. Michelle became a professor at ACCHS in 2012, where she taught advanced acupuncture techniques for several years. In 2022, she completed her Doctorate in Integrative Chinese and Functional Medicine from Five Branches University.
Over time, Michelle recognized the growing need to incorporate modern science with ancient wisdom, prompting her to pursue Functional Medicine. She completed her certification at The Kalish Institute in 2019. That same year, she founded Beyond The Mountain Wellness, specializing in hormonal, adrenal, and digestive health with a focus on root-cause healing. In 2024, Michelle founded Beyond Your Hormones to make functional medicine more affordable and empower people to learn about their hormones.
Michelle’s integrative approach empowers patients to take charge of their health and achieve lasting wellness. She lives in Berkeley with her husband, two energetic children, and two pups. Outside of work, Michelle enjoys playing and listening to live music, as well as connecting with the abundant nature of the West Coast.