Christine has a background in athletics and dance, spending many years as a professional acrobatic dancer. She became interested in practicing Acupuncture after getting hurt during a performance. She received Acupuncture and was impressed with how quickly her injury resolved. Before going to Acupuncture school she became a certified Personal Trainer, and then a Licensed Massage Therapist. She completed her training in Chinese medicine in 2003, graduating from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. She has maintained a private practice since 2003 focusing on general medicine with a concentration in pain management, injury treatment, and injury prevention. She currently spends her free time playing pickleball.