Meet the Team

Dr. Lydia Au, DACM

founder, Doctor of Chinese Medicine

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Jennifer Yoo, L.Ac

ACUPUNCTURIST AND ESTHETICIAN
Jennifer is a second generation acupuncturist with over 12 years of clinical experience. She graduated from Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica and has been licensed since 2009. She is extremely knowledgeable in both Chinese medicine and skincare. She also attributes a lot of her TCM knowledge to her father who is a Chinese medicine doctor that practiced both in Korea and in the US.
Jennifer has a warm, affectionate vibe and a passion for healing. She handles each consultation and treatment with utmost care, using creative ways to manage even the most difficult situations through acupuncture, magnetic therapy, cupping, electro-stimulation and herbal medicine.
She was trained in cosmetic acupuncture with Dr. Song Jeong Hwa, the creator of Miso Acupuncture Technique and FACE Seoul, and has an in depth knowledge of skincare and skin treatments as a licensed esthetician for over a decade. She also has successfully treated hundreds of patients in pain conditions, gastrointestinal issues, fertility and more. She is an invaluable team member at The Beauty Within.

Cissi (Xi) Zhao, L.Ac

acupuncturist

Cissi grew up in a family of Chinese medicine practitioners and has carried that love for holistic healing with her ever since. She’s a California-licensed acupuncturist with advanced training in both the U.S. and China, where she focused on facial acupuncture, skincare, and integrative approaches to natural beauty.

She has a true passion for facial rejuvenation—helping patients with concerns like acne, fine lines, and facial contouring through safe, non-surgical treatments. And because she genuinely loves acupuncture (yes—even the needles!), she often treats herself and shares those experiences with her patients, showing them just how powerful and effective these therapies can be.

With her warm, attentive style, Cissi is all about helping people feel radiant, confident, and cared for—enhancing outer beauty while also nurturing inner balance and wellness.

Outside the clinic, she treasures time with her husband and daughter, whether it’s a quiet day at home or a fun family adventure. She also enjoys sharing self-care practices and integrative medicine tips, helping others discover how to weave acupuncture into their daily lives.

Maria Aguilar

esthetician & Office Manager

Meet Maria, a skilled professional with a unique combination of expertise both as an esthetician and a medical assistant.  With extensive experience in various medical settings, Maria has honed her skills in providing top-notch wellness services while seamlessly integrating medical knowledge into their practice.

Maria is a perpetual learner, always staying abreast of the latest advancements in skincare and aesthetics. Her dedication to ongoing education ensures that clients receive the most up-to-date and effective treatments available in the ever-evolving world of beauty and wellness. 

Whether you’re seeking a rejuvenating guasha & cupping facial, a skincare consultation, or a professional with a deep understanding of both esthetics and medicine, Maria is the ideal choice. Combining skill, experience, and a warm presence, she is committed to helping our clients look and feel their best.

Dr. Terry Fong

Naturopathic Doctor

Terry is a licensed naturopathic doctor in the state of California and has been in practice since 2011.

Skin issues can be a sign of deeper healing that needs to take place. Nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, infections, gastrointestinal problems, hormones, and toxicity can play a role. Terry will take the time to explore your options for lab testing and design a treatment plan that will address the core issue.

Dr. Terry completed her premedical studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She then attended the University of Illinois at Chicago to obtain a masters of science in occupational therapy and has worked in rehabilitation for over 10 years.

She completed her naturopathic medical studies at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona. She is licensed in the state of California, Hawaii and Arizona.

Dr. Terry is also a Lyme-literate and mold literate doctor. She has completed an ILADS physician training with Dr. Richard Horowitz. Her approach to adult and pediatric wellness is multifactorial. She is knowledgable about hormone replacements, homeopathy, therapeutic nutrition, environmental medicine, and chronic infections such as SIBO, yeast, Lyme and co-infections and mold.