Lauren Paap, MAOM, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. and ABT (NCCAOM)®, AOBTA®-CP, CH
Lauren began her training at Zen Shiatsu at Charles River Institute for Healing and Inner Arts and Acupressure Therapy Institute, graduating with a certificate in Acupressure Shiatsu under the guidance of Barbara Blanchard. Continuing her studies with Michael DeAgro, she earned a Postgraduate Clinical Shiatsu Studies certificate.

To further her education, Lauren enrolled in the Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine program at New England School of Acupuncture*, studying the Traditional Chinese Medicine style of Acupuncture and Herbs, as well as Japanese style of Acupuncture. Lauren is a Diplomate as an Asian Bodywork Therapist with the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)® and maintains an office in Cambridge and Natick, MA practicing Acupuncture, Asian Bodywork Therapy (Acupressure, Shiatsu, Tuina, Qigong), as well as Hypnotherapy, Breathwork and Meditation.

With a lifelong passion for learning and building community, and with the support of her mentors, Lauren created Eastern Medicinal Therapies Education Center (EMTEC). Its mission is to inspire learning, create community, and offer NCCAOM PDA’s for Acupuncturists, Asian Bodywork Therapists, Clinical Qigong Practitioners, as well as other Eastern Modalities Practitioners and enthusiasts. For more information, or to learn how to get involved, contact Lauren directly at Events@EasternMedicinalTherapies.com or (617) 942-1271.

*NESA is now a part of Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services University,

Professional: Current
Founding Director: Eastern Medicinal Therapies Education Center (2016 – present)
Mentor and Coach: Integrative Therapies (2012-present)
Practitioner: Acupressure Shiatsu Therapist (2008 – present)

Professional: History
Horizons for Homeless Children, Greater Boston Playspace Programs Director (2003-2010)
Women’s Lunch Place, Volunteer and Special Events Coordinator (1999-2003)
Towards Independent Living and Learning, Program Coordinator (1998-1999)
Boston Community Services, Program Director (1994-1997)

Education: Formal
New England School of Acupuncture: Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) (2019)
Postgraduate Clinical Shiatsu Studies: Certificate (2015)
Acupressure Therapy Institute: Acupressure Shiatsu Certification (2008)
Framingham State University: BA, Psychology (1994)

Education: Mentors
Barbara Blanchard: Teacher of Acupressure Shiatsu, Adjunct Therapies, Treatment Strategies, Professional Mentor and Senior Advisor
Cindy Banker: AOBTA Mentor and Legislative Advisor
Dennis Willmont: Source of Inspiration and Life Long Learning
Diane Iuliano: Japanese Treatment Strategies, Auriculotherapy
Michael DeAgro: Zen Shiatsu

Professional Activities
American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia: President (2015-2019)
Asian Bodywork Therapists (ABT) Education Network: Coordinator (2014-2020)
Parkland Management Advisory Committee: Vice President and Public Safety Chair (2002-2005) 
Rosie’s Place: Board of Directors, Serving on the Education and Justice Committee (2002-2005)
Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office: Volunteer Caseworker for Juvenile Diversion Program (1989-1990)

Honors/Awards
Legislation All-State Superstar (AOBTA): 2021
Community Building and Outreach (AOBTA): 2021
Lifetime Membership (AOBTA): 2021
Manny Jefferson Gratitude Award: 2006
City of Boston, Mayor’s Community Service Award: 2002

Contact Information:

Lauren Paap, L.Ac., MAOM, Dipl. ABT & Acu (NCCAOM®), AOBTA®-CP
Inspired Thought LLC, Owner
* AOBTA®-CP =  Certified Practitioner of Asian Bodywork Therapy with the AOBTA® (to learn more read below)
** Dipl. ABT (NCCAOM®) = Diplomate of Asian Bodywork Therapy with the NCCAOM®

Inspired Thought LLC, Integrative Therapies and Learning Centers
317 North Main Street, Natick, MA 01760
Email: Events@EasternMedicinalTherapies.com
Web: www.EasternMedicinalTherapies.com

Tel: (617) 942-1271

Email: Events@EasternMedicinalTherapies.com

American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia®
The AOBTA® is a national Membership Association for Asian Bodywork Therapy (ABT) Students, Professionals, Educators and Schools and the only organization dedicated exclusively to serving the ABT profession. 

To learn more and apply for Professional Membership:
http://www.aobta.org/apply-for-professional-membership

To learn more about the AOBTA® visit:
http://www.aobta.org

Investing in our Community: The ABT profession is in need of support.

Letter from the (Past) President:
2016 Year End Review (link)