Maria Bezanilla Cubillos
- Chronic neck and back pain relief using needling and nervous-system approaches.
- Tension headache and migraine reduction with distal and local point work.
- Musculoskeletal injury recovery combining needling, cupping, and gua sha.
- Regulation of stress-related pain and nervous-system overactivation via needling.
- Support for digestive imbalance and burnout-related symptoms with moxibustion.
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Nalu Healing Arts
2405 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92110-4139
Maria Bezanilla Cubillos, L.Ac., DACM Maria is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine who specializes in pain management, with a focus on chronic and stress-related conditions that don’t always resolve with conventional care. She works with neck and back pain, tension headaches, joint pain, and nervous system-driven tension, while also supporting the underlying patterns that often accompany pain, digestive imbalance, burnout, and emotional stress. Approach With a background in Psychology and Human Services, Maria looks at pain through both a physical and nervous system lens. Her treatments are designed to not only relieve discomfort, but to help the body shift out of patterns of holding, tension, and overactivation. Each session is tailored to the individual and may include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, herbal medicine, and practical lifestyle support. Education & Training Maria earned her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, where she gained experience treating musculoskeletal pain, hormonal imbalances, and burnout-related conditions. Focus Areas Chronic neck & back pain Tension headaches & migraines Musculoskeletal injuries Stress-related pain & nervous system dysregulation Digestive imbalances Mental/Emotional Health In the Treatment Room Maria brings a steady, grounded presence to her work. She focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of imbalance, not just managing the symptoms. Her goal is to help the body shift out of patterns that keep issues recurring, so patients can experience real, lasting change in how they feel, physically, mentally & emotionally.
Each session combines the ancient art of acupuncture with palpating bodywork, fire cupping, and crystal bowl sound healing. Our skilled practitioners will tailor each treatment to address your specific needs.