Our team
Angela Caraza, DC, MAOM, LAc, Dipl. OM, Dipl. TCM Derm
ACUPUNCTURE, HERBAL MEDICINE,
HOLISTIC MICRONEEDLING, CHIROPRACTIC
Angela is the Founder and Owner/Operator of Elements of Wellness since 2014.
As a Chiropractor, Acupuncturist, and Herbalist, she has extensive clinical expertise in pain management, anxiety and depression, headaches, allergies, digestive issues, and gynecological disorders. She has a special interest as well in dermatology and skincare practices as well as holistic microneedling.
She has a love of knowledge and continuously educates herself in order to help her patients and better herself as a practitioner. She believes in the innate potential the body has to heal itself given the right circumstances. She loves teaching patients about health, exercise, nutrition, supplements, and Chinese herbs. She is passionate about helping people achieve their health goals in natural ways and as an effect, minimizing their dependency on pharmaceutical drugs and allowing them to live their best life possible.
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Doctor of Chiropractic in CA
Licensed Acupuncturist in CA
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Graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2012 at Southern California University of Health Sciences with a Doctor of Chiropractic and Masters of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
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Over 14 years running her wellness clinic and experience in personal injury, pain clinics, and in aesthetics and traditional skincare.
Externship at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taoyuan County, Taiwan where she studied under medical doctors and Chinese medicine practitioners.
Internships at SCUHS and Cal State Univ. of Fullerton.
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Diplomate in Chinese Medicine Herbal Dermatology
Skinpen Certification and AcuMicro Microneedling
National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine - Diplomate
Victoria
OFFICE MANAGER
Victoria has been an essential part of the Elements team since 2019. She handles every patient experience with kindness, warmth, and professionalism. She manages all things in front and behind the scenes and is happy to answer any questions you have.
She is a college graduate from California State University of Long Beach who has a passion for helping others. With a degree in human development and a minor in anthropology, she enjoys learning more about others and understanding more about the world around her.
Through the use of alternative medicine, Victoria has found much stress relief and has found better ways to handle pain. She has also found the importance of prioritizing one’s mental and physical health and to not take it for granted.
In her spare time, Victoria loves anything to do with the outdoors and nature. Whether it’s hiking or having a beach day, she feels her best when she can appreciate the simple things in life.
Jack Strickland, CMT
MASSAGE THERAPY
Jack Strickland is a Certified Massage Therapist, with 720 course hours, and has been practicing for over fourteen years.
He has worked with numerous healers in the wellness industry, from maternity and fertility specialists to sports chiropractors and kinesiologists.
As an athletic youth, Jack accumulated a few injuries that had a deep impact on his mindset to healing. His approach gently guides the body toward self-healing by relaxing the nervous system while targeting tension and allowing the body to self-correct.
As the body falls out of alignment (ie stress, physical ailments, injuries, etc) “alarm mode” triggers. Tension builds and the brain releases chemicals into the body, which in turn collects a series of imbalances and repetitive strains. Jack believes it is his job to reverse these strains using a combination of neuromuscular massage and deep tissue therapy.
Through stretching and body movement guidance, Jack educates his clients on corrective techniques. He possesses a collaborative style, working well with other health practitioners and the client themselves to insure the client feels comfortable and active in their wellness journey.
Lynda Vu, LAc
ACUPUNCTURE
Lynda Vu is a Licensed Acupuncturist specializing in helping active adults recover from injuries, relieve pain, and maintain mobility. Her approach is rooted in both clinical training and personal experience—watching her once-active mother lose and later regain mobility through herbal medicine reinforces her belief in the body’s innate and profound ability to heal.
She earned her Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University, graduating Cum Laude. She completed over 1,000 hours of hands-on clinical training, including a specialty internship in Orthopedics and externships at Venice Family Pain Clinic and The Wellness Center at USC.
Blending acupuncture and practical guidance, Lynda helps patients restore movement, prevent future injuries, and stay active doing what they love.
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Licensed Acupuncturist in CA
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Graduated Cum Laude with a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University
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Clinic education involved 1080 hours of training.
Specialty clinic internships within Orthopedics and Women's Health.
She advanced her diagnostic and treatment skills at two externship sites: Venice Family Clinic and The USC Wellness Center.
Antoinette DeLeon, DACM, LAc, Dipl. AHM, Cert Neuropuncturist
ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE
Dr. DeLeon is a licensed and nationally board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in California. She earned both her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego. Dr. DeLeon is certified Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine by the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (NCBACM).
Her clinical focus includes mental health, pain management, orthopedic and mobility support, neuropathy, reproductive health, oncology support, and overall wellness.
She is a certified Neuropuncturist. Neuropuncture is the only complete neuroscience acupuncture system that specifically teaches the practitioner how to neuromodulate their patient’s nervous system back into health with electrical acupuncture. Created by Dr. Michael Corradino, Neuropuncture’s clinical theory is developed by examining the published research of the neurophysiological mechanisms of acupuncture, integrating research of electrical acupuncture’s effects on specific neural tissues, while integrating all this within the holistic traditional TCM health model.
Dr. DeLeon trained in Acupuncture Oncology through Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Allowing her to thoughtfully support patients during and after conventional care with evidence-informed treatments.
Her work extends beyond treatment into the cultivation of long-term wellness with Tai Chi and Qi Gong. She embraces practices that encourage strength, balance, and a deeper connection between body and mind.
Grounded in the philosophy “No Mud, No Lotus,” she believes that challenges can foster resilience, growth, and transformation. Her approach to care emphasizes compassion, individualized treatment, and empowering patients to actively participate in their healing journey.
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CA State Licensed Acupuncturist, May 2018-Dec 2027
NCBACM Diplomate of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (AHM), Mar 2019-Feb 2027
American Heart Association BLS Provider, Expires Sept 2027
Certified Neuropuncturist Oct 2025- Present
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Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, CA – Dec 2018Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, CA – May 2017
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Volunteer, RECON Chief 2025-Present
Volunteer, Acupuncturist Without Borders 2025- Present
Intern- Pacific College of Oriental Medicine Clinic, 2015-2017
Intern- Pacific College of Oriental Medicine Veterans Acupuncture Clinic 2015-2016
Intern – San Diego Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture 2014-2015
Medical Volunteer – Rock N Roll Marathon San Diego, CA 2014-2017
Admin – Saddleback College Student Health Center 2011-2012
Physical Education Aid – Saddleback College Kinesiology Dept. 2011
Volunteer – Emergency Dept. St. Joseph, Mission Viejo Hospital 2010-2012