Meet the owner

🌿 Meet Lori Edwards – Founder of Lotus Acupuncture

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• Established Lotus Acupuncture in 2004
  After earning her Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from South Baylo University.

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• Licensed & Certified

  • Licensed by the SC Board of Medical Examiners

  • Nationally certified by the NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)

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• Inspired by a Personal Healing Journey
  Lori’s search for MS healing alternatives led her to acupuncture—and a lifelong passion for holistic care.

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• Trained in a Range of Healing Modalities:

  • Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

  • Touch for Health

  • Qi Gong

  • Aromatherapy

  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

  • Certified Past Life Regression Therapist (trained by Morris Netherton, author of Past Lives Therapy)

  • Energy Healing (studied with Shaman Victoria Ransom, author of The Crone Oracles)

  • Certified in Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation & Facial Microcurrent Treatments

  • Certified Life Coach

              Adding another layer of support for those seeking growth, healing, and   

              personal empowerment.

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• Extensive Nursing Background

  • Registered Nurse in Pediatric & Neonatal ICU, ER, hospice, trauma, pediatrics, maternal/infant care, and more

  • Former Clinical Supervisor at the Pasadena AIDS Service Center

  • Former Nursing Instructor (both classroom and clinical settings)

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• Committed to Community & Sustainability

  • Member of the "City of Columbia Green Business"

  • Volunteer at a Trauma Clinic offering complementary care for women in recovery

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✨ Lori brings not just experience, but heart, healing, and a vision for wellness that integrates both Science, Spirit and Chinese wisdom. She welcomes you to explore your path to vibrant health through holistic care.