Shawna Snyder, MAcOM, Dipl. OM

Licensed Acupuncturist

“I believe acupuncture works best when patients feel truly cared for. My goal is to create a safe, peaceful environment where the body can restore itself and patients leave feeling better than when they arrived.”

Williston
Mondays  8 am-1pm
Wednesdays 1pm-7pm

Colchester (within NRM)
Tuesdays 1pm-4pm

Montpelier
Saturdays  8 am-2pm

Meet Shawna

Shawna Snyder has been practicing acupuncture and East Asian medicine since 2006. She earned her Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the prestigious New England School of Acupuncture, where she completed more than 900 hours of supervised clinical training and nearly 2,000 hours of classroom study.

Over the past two decades, Shawna has cared for patients in a wide variety of settings, from private practices in Vermont and Rhode Island to integrative wellness centers in Virginia and Washington, D.C. Her diverse clinical background includes working with patients for pain management, women’s health, fertility support, stress relief, and general wellness. She has collaborated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.

In addition to her clinical work, Shawna has shared her expertise through public speaking, writing health articles, and educating patients on how lifestyle, diet, and mindfulness practices can support their acupuncture treatments. She has also been committed to professional growth, completing nearly 400 hours of continuing education since beginning her practice.

Shawna’s treatments are known for being calm, supportive, and effective. She welcomes each patient with warmth and compassion, creating a relaxing space where healing can unfold. Whether someone is seeking relief from chronic pain, support through fertility treatments, or simply greater balance and vitality, Shawna brings her depth of training and years of experience to every session.

Shawna is excited to be part of the Integrative Acupuncture team and welcomes new patients.

Education & Certifications

  • Licensed Acupuncturist: Vermont 2025-present; D.C., 2018; VT, 2018; VA, 2015; RI, 2009; VT, 2007; MA, 2006
  • Masters of Science, Acupuncture: New England School of Acupuncture, 2006
  • Board Certified Diplomate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine: NCCAOM 2006
  • Clean Needle Technique Certificate, CCAOM, 2004
  • Bachelors of Art, Pre-Med: UVM, 2003
  • Certified Western Medicine Herbalist, Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies, 1997
  • Acupuncture Infertility, 2023
  • The Physiopathology of the Menstrual Cycle: Treatment of Endometriosis and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, 2005
  • Basics of Western Medicine: Infertility and Fertility Enhancement, 2013
  • Six-stage Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis and Epigastric Distention, 2023
  • Treatment of Autoimmune Disease with Chinese Medicine, 2023
  • #1 Guide to Understanding Lyme Disease, 2023
  • ​Treatment of Sinusitis with Chinese Medicine, 2013
  • Allergies and the Autoimmune System, 2010
  • ​The Tao of Healthy Eating, 2015
  • ​Basics of Western Medicine: Musculoskeletal Diseases, 2014
  • Treating Persistent Pain, 2012
  • Back and Spine Issues, 2011
  • Pain Relief and Adjunctive Techniques, 2010
  • Degenerative Disc Disease, 2023
  • Using Essential Oils According to TCM, 2012
  • Constitutional Facial Acupuncture Renewal I & II, 2006, 2005
  • Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, 2005
  • Application of Essential Oils on Acupoints, 2005
  • The Psyche in Chinese Medicine: Treatment of Mental-Emotional Problems, 2005
  • Treating Mental-Emotional Conditions with Chinese Medicine, 2009
  • PTSD: Treatment via the Five Channel Systems, 2006
  • Treatment of Anxiety and Insomnia with Chinese Medicine, 2023
  • Anxiety/Insomnia/Depression, 2018

Shawna and her girls.

Shawna and her puppy.

Welcome to (back to) Burlington, Shawna!

Healing. Cooperation. Wellness.