Dr. Kevin Young

Dr. Kevin Young, DACM, L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist devoted to holistic, soul-centered healing. He received both his Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health & Science in 2022.

Dr. Young specializes in Pain Management, Sports Acupuncture, Eastern Nutrition, Herbal Food Therapy, Qi Gong Exercises, Chronic Pain, and Emotional Trauma Healing. His integrative approach blends Eastern medicine with nutrition, movement, and mindfulness to create deeply personalized treatment plans that support transformation on every level—mind, body, and spirit.

Before becoming an acupuncturist, Dr. Young studied culinary arts at Le Cordon Bleu, where he developed a deep respect for food as medicine. He also completed yoga teacher training and actively practices Tai Chi, both of which shape his understanding of breath, energy flow, and embodied healing. He often incorporates breathwork, mindfulness, and energetic awareness into his healing sessions.

Dr. Young is committed to treating from the root—addressing the underlying causes of imbalance rather than just symptoms. His own personal journey of healing and transformation is central to his work, allowing him to connect with his patients on a deeper level and hold space with empathy and authenticity. He draws from a wide range of healing modalities he has studied and personally experienced, guiding each patient toward lasting healing and restored harmony from within.

Dr. Young began his clinical journey at Bonita Acupuncture, where he gained valuable hands-on experience working with a diverse range of patients. In 2024, he answered a deeper calling to create a healing space of his own and opened Red Leaf Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine—a clinic rooted in compassion, integrity, and whole-person care. Today, he is honored to serve the San Diego community with high-quality, heart-centered support for those ready to heal from the inside out. At Red Leaf, the mission is simple: Treat the root before the pain.