About Devon

I’m a Brooklyn-born, Oakland-based acupuncturist, queer, trans, non-binary, and deeply passionate about radical self-love and community care. I believe in the power of self-belief and the ability to grow beyond the limits society places on us. My journey into acupuncture began in 2017, when I found myself working at an acupuncture clinic and witnessing firsthand how this medicine healed bodies, balanced emotions, and sparked profound spiritual growth. That experience lit a fire in me to dive deeper, eventually leading me to pursue my graduate studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

As a proud Black, Queer, Trans Non-binary Licensed Acupuncturist, my mission is to help you unlock your own healing potential. I’ve had the honor of supporting hundreds of people through everything from chronic pain to mental health challenges, to profound transformations like gender exploration and ancestral healing. But this path hasn’t been easy for me either—I spent years holding space for others' dreams while putting my own on hold. Now, I’m manifesting my vision as an entrepreneur and nurturing a loving, healthy relationships—proof that we can transform our lives when we take ownership and trust ourselves.

I’m here to guide you toward your own limitless potential. When we break free from self-imposed limits, the possibilities are endless. So, are you ready to see what you’re truly capable of? Let me help you tap into the power within, so you can finally thrive.

Education

Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences, Oakland, CA
(August 2018 - December 2022)
Masters of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
(August 2010 - May 2014)
BA, Stage Managing and Women’s Studies, Double Major

DEGREES

Crow Walk Mentorship Program
(February 2022 - March 2023)
Reiki Masters Certification & Advanced Theta Healing Certification

Herbalism and Spiritual Apprenticeship
(September 2015 - April 2016)
Sacred Vibes Apothecary with Karen Rose

Shamanic Apprenticeship
(September 2015 – May 2016)
with Irma Cacerces “Starspirit Woman”

CERTIFICATES

Work Within the Community

Oct 2024 - Current Oakland Community Acupuncture

Apr 2024 - Current APTP’s The People’s Clinic

Aug 2023 - Jul 2024 Oakland Acupuncture Project

CONTRACT WORK WITH

Nov 2024 SoulFlow’s Together We Rise

Nov 2024 Farmer’s Wellness by Agroecology Commons

Oct 2024 Freedom Community Clinic‘s Community Healing Clinic

Sep 2024 Summer Harvest Series

Aug 2024 The Cookout by 7000 Coils

Aug 2024 Summer Harvest Series

Jul 2024 No Place Like the Town

Jul 2024 Peace and Dignity Healing Clinic

May 2024 Malcolm X Festival

Apr 2024 Soul Care Love Affair by ATUNSE / BAWAR

Apr 2024 Into the Past: Acupuncture with Guided Meditation by Devon M Burton

EVENTS

Apr 2024 A Deeper Well: A Wellness Experience Market by Gold Beams and Reiki by Shan 

Mar 2024 Crosspollination by We Rise Production

Feb 2024 Acupuncture with Guided Meditation at Ground Floor

Dec 2023 Relax and Rejuvenate Retreat by BlackLesbian LineUp    

Dec 2023 Final Rope Jam by VoxBody

Nov 2023 Ear Seeds at Feelmore

Oct 2023 Health Fair for Young Adults ages 18 - 26 by CivicCorps

Sep 2023 NADA Night: A Black Healing Circle by Devon M Burton

Sep 2023 Black Womxn’s Patient Family Advisory Council Retreat by UCSF Black Womxn’s Health /Livelihood Initiative 

Apr 2023 Queer & Well: A QTBIPOC Wellness Fair by Radically Fit

Let’s work together.