"Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity"
-Hippocrates
The Desert Canary was founded in response to a need for a unique type of acupuncture and Chinese medicine experience - one that allows time for the healing session to unfold according to the distinct needs of the patient rather than on what can be fit in as the practitioner moves from patient to patient.
The Desert Canary endeavors to create continuity of the experience found at the flagship location of The Road. Highly skilled practitioners at the top of their game providing unique one on one sessions. They are singularly focused on the patient at hand, relying on a full toolbox of modalities that only years of practice can bring.
Consideration for healing on multiple levels is brought to bear, engaging all the senses through the lense of Feng Shui, from shapes and textures, colors and frequencies, subtly nudging us toward relaxation and healing.
Each modality complements the next, and they are all grounded in Chinese medicine, from meridians and channels, herbal therapies, frequencies, the synergy of points, sound, touch and more. To see one healer is to have access to the team and their collective guidance.
The Desert Canary was founded in response to a need for a unique type of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine experience…
Brooke and Mari met years ago in school for acupuncture and remained friends and supportive colleagues from then on. Their collaboration came from a passion to offer this medicine to those exploring how to live their best life, and especially those looking for guidance across all the modalities TCM has to offer.
They hope you find this healing space an integral part of your journey, and they are here to guide you in any way they can.
Brooke Taylor, MAcOM, LAc
Founder of The Road
Founder of The Road Lab™
Co-Founder of The Desert Canary
Dr. Mari Galle, DACM, LAc
Founder of Mari Galle Acupuncture
Oncology Acupuncture Specialist at Cancer Rehab and Integrative Medicine
Co-Founder of the Moving Beyond Cancer Collaborative
Co-Founder of The Desert Canary
Each practitioner at The Desert Canary brings their own superpowers to the table.
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine by their nature allow for intuition to enter the healing process. While the skill set for performing a treatment is instilled with years of study and internship, practitioners spend many hundreds of hours in extended studies and ancillary programs to hone their practice.
Our team thrives on healing through combined TCM and western knowledge of the body/mind. They also excel in niche areas in their own right - their passion healing. If you’d like to explore their specialties, please book a consultation and we’ll make sure you are matched with one of them accordingly.
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Licensed Acupuncturist
Originally from Taiwan, I grew up in a lineage of Chinese herbal pharmacists who were passionate about providing professional medical support for people with disease.
With support and encouragement from my family, I become a licensed Physical Therapist in Taiwan, a Licensed Acupuncturist and basic NAET practitioner in Texas.
My aim is to help patients alleviate pain and illness by offering comprehensive treatments through a combination of acupuncture, herbal formulas, cupping, posture correction, stretching, muscle strengthening and NAET treatment. I believe that the synthesis of Western medicine and Chinese medicine leads to better therapeutic outcomes.
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Licensed Acupuncturist
Raechel is a National Board Certified Acupuncturist and Herbalist. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Master’s in Traditional Oriental Medicine from one of the highest ranked schools in the country, Emperor's College in Santa Monica California.
Clinical experience includes treating patients at the Roy and Patricia Disney Cancer Center at Providence Saint Joseph’s Hospital, the Venice Family Clinic Simms-Mann Health and Wellness Center, under her mentor Dr. Benny Lin and in her own private practice in Los Angeles.
As a holistic practitioner Raechel integrates Acupuncture, herbal therapies, nutrition and supplements to address the underlying cause of illness. Her interest in traditional medicine began from personal experience as a patient and grew with studies of the natural world. A UCSC graduate with a Bachelor’s in Environmental Science her knowledge of phenomenon in nature helped form a lens in which to view the human body through. Drawing parallels between the many physical ailments of today and disharmony in ecological macrosystems. These parallels have been observed in ancient medicines throughout the world and are still true today despite how modern life often paints humans as disconnected from their environment and the cycles of life.
Clinical interests include women’s health including cycle regulation, obstetrics and gynecology, prenatal and postpartum care, digestive disorders, general wellness and personalized herbal therapy.
Outside of the clinic Raechel enjoys spending time with her, daughter and two chihuahuas, gardening, traveling, thrifting and trail running
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Licensed Massage Therapist, Lymphatic Massage, Ashiatsu
Stacia Guerrero has been in practice since 2006, and has a focus on nurturing therapeutic work, including Lymphatic drainage, Ashiatsu, Thai, and Myofascial release. She graduated from T.S.T.C. and received her Lymphatic training from the Chikly institute. Stacia has a mixed style of bodywork, and focuses on relieving both stress as well as pain management. In addition to massage she is a yoga teacher, and incorporates this knowledge into her work as well.
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Licensed Massage Therapist, Myofascial and Craniosacral Therapy
Justin is a licensed massage therapist, trained in Swedish massage, Upledger, and Craniosacral Therapy, with further training in John Barnes myofascial studies, as well as entering a cohort for biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy that includes SE. He thrives on helping clients resolve physical and emotional trauma to regain function in their lives.
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Licensed Acupuncturist, see specialties below
Pamela is a compassionate and dedicated acupuncturist with an integrative and heart centered approach to healing. With a focus on emotional well-being, women’s health, and physical recovery, Pamela supports patients in navigating complex conditions with clarity, care, and lasting results. She graduated from Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Honolulu, Hawaii and has worked alongside many masterful mentors to cultivate a repertoire of vitality enhancing services.
Her clinical specialties include the treatment of anxiety, chronic stress, and PTSD, as well as comprehensive care for women across all stages of life—from menstrual pain/ irregularities, PMDD and menopause. She also works extensively with individuals recovering from injury, managing muscle and joint pain, and seeking integrative solutions to both internal (i.e. high cholesterol) and musculoskeletal disorders through customized herbal medicine.
With a background in yoga, meditation and qi gong instruction, Pamela weaves mindfulness practices into her work, empowering patients with tools for greater self-awareness and emotional resilience. She enjoys helping patients reconnect with their bodies and cultivate long-term vitality.
On her free time, Pamela enjoys the company of animals, margaritas, long walks in nature and dancing.
Work with Pamela in the sought after Saturday time slots!
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Licensed Acupuncturist
Michelle Gonzalez, L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist with over 10 years of clinical experience helping women restore balance and thrive in every stage of life. She earned her Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in Austin, Texas, one of the nation’s leading programs.
Michelle specializes in women’s health, fertility support, and mental–emotional wellbeing, blending the wisdom of acupuncture with the power of herbal medicine to create deeply personalized care. Her approach is rooted in compassion, empowerment, and a belief in the body’s innate ability to heal.
Whether supporting women on their fertility journey, easing the transition through hormonal shifts, or providing a safe space for emotional healing, Michelle is passionate about guiding her patients toward wholeness and vitality.
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Licensed Massage Therapist
Emily is a licensed massage therapist who loves to offer calming, grounding sessions. She graduated from the Austin-based Lauterstein-Conway Massage School, and continues to explore the world of profound healing arts. With a background in yoga instruction and a psychology degree, Emily has been fascinated by the mind-body-spirit connection for a very long time.
One of Emily's favorite modalities is Abdominal Therapy; she had the opportunity to learn from Dr. Rosita Arvigo herself, who developed the technique after apprenticing traditional Mayan healers for several decades. Emily also offers Craniosacral Therapy as taught by Upledger International. For her, there is no better approach for calming the nervous system.
Hailing from the Chicago area, Emily has lived in multiple countries and states, and loves to learn about different cultures. She offers a safe space for people of all backgrounds. With a passion for anatomy and individual differences, Emily provides customizations and variations to make your massage experience as beneficial as possible. In her free time, Emily volunteers at the Austin Humane Society and reads lots and lots of fiction.
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Licensed Massage Therapist
Joshua has been studying healing in many forms for over 20 years through Bodywork, Qi Gong, Yoga, Energy Healing, Ancestral Healing and Somatic Work. His sessions are about tuning into your own innate healing potential using Myoskeletal Alignment, Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral and Somatic work as his base to bring you back into your true self.