Our Team of Practitioners
& Qigong Instructors
Judith Gibson
MSOM, Dipl. Acu, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist
Qigong Practitioner & Instructor
Judith founded Seven Directions Acupuncture and Qigong Nashville and has been providing the Nashville community with accessible, sustainable holistic healthcare since 2010.
Judith has helped thousands of patients return to wellness using Acupuncture and Qigong, and treats all conditions using the body-mind-spirit relationships that are the core of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
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Judith graduated cum laude from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, Racine, Wisconsin, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and a Master of Science degree in Oriental Medicine. Judith is nationally board certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and is a TN Licensed Acupuncturist.
Judith is a student of the Tao of Healing School, training in Wu Ming Qigong and advanced Traditional Chinese Medicine studies with Grandmaster Nan Lu. Judith has received certification as a Dragon’s Way Qigong® Instructor and is a Medical Qigong and Qi Meridian Therapy Practitioner.
Judith is a general practitioner treating all conditions including chronic pain, metabolic function, digestion, anxiety, insomnia, preventative, wellness and everything in between. Judith has a professional focus on fertility, including IUI/IVF support. She loves supporting women through the life phases of reproductive issues, pre and post natal care, and menopause. In addition, Judith has extensive experience in treating behavioral health issues, emotional disharmonies, trauma and addiction recovery.
Cody Klein
MAOM, Dipl. Acu, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist
Cody’s approach to acupuncture embraces the body-mind-spirit relationship that is the heart of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is a general practitioner treating all conditions including chronic pain and immobility, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalance, infertility and postpartum re-balancing, anxiety/panic attacks, stress, PTSD, depression, insomnia, autoimmune disorders, and addiction cessation.
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Cody holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of the State of New York, and a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin (2015). He is nationally board certified by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and is a TN Licensed Acupuncturist.
Cody is certified in Tui Na (Asian Bodywork) by the American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia (AOBTA). He is certified in Acudetox (Auricular acupuncture for
addiction cessation support) by the National Association of Acupuncture Detoxification (NADA). He has numerous hours of training in Master Tung style acupuncture, also
known as Balance Method (Dr. Richard Tan). He has studied Neo-classical pulse diagnosis with Dr. William Morris.Cody has a background as an instructor of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology. In the US Air Force he was trained in multiple branches of the laboratory sciences including
clinical laboratory technology, histology, cytotechnology, and autopsy. His experience in these fields informs his practice and allows him to integrate Eastern and Western concepts.
Kristen Verea
Dipl. Acu, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist
Kristen welcomes patients of all backgrounds and all health concerns — from fertility and hormonal health to stress, chronic conditions, pain management, and overall wellness — and is committed to meeting each person exactly where they are.
Kristen specializes in Fertility and Women's Health, bringing both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to one of the most intimate journeys a person can take. Last year alone she helped over 20 women become pregnant, supporting patients through natural conception, IUI, and every stage of IVF — from egg retrieval through postpartum. Her protocols are grounded in Western biomedical research and she has advanced training in PCOS, Endometriosis, and male factor infertility. Wherever you are in your journey, Kristen will walk alongside you.
Her other great passion is emotional healing. She has a special affinity for working with anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD, and Highly Sensitive Persons, creating a safe, nurturing space where deep healing can unfold. Drawing on both her Chinese Medicine training and her own personal healing journey, Kristen brings intuition, understanding, and warmth to every treatment.
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Kristen is a Licensed Acupuncturist, graduating from Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine in the mountains of Sugar Grove, NC. She practices in the renowned Vietnamese lineage of Dr. Nguyen Van Nghi — whose translations of the Tang Dynasty Classics (617–907 C.E.) preserved them for posterity and continue to inform our modern understanding of Chinese Medicine.
Rooted in this rich classical tradition, Kristen has also pursued a rigorous biomedical study of fertility, with advanced training in ESTIM and moxibustion to optimize outcomes. Working closely with IVF patients has given her access to remarkable data — patients who complete a full three-month treatment cycle before egg retrieval consistently show measurable improvements, including:
Increased total follicle count
Greater number of successfully fertilized eggs
Upgraded quality of day 5 embryos
Improved uterine lining thickness
Successful implantation after previously failed IVF cycles
This is what acupuncture increasing fertility actually means — real, measurable results that improve the chances of pregnancy in every cycle.
Dr. Joseph Cho
DACM, Dipl. OM, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Cho provides dedicated care for patients managing pain, sports injuries, addiction recovery, and mental wellness. Grounded in integrative medicine, he designs protocols that offer a clear path toward physical recovery and emotional well-being. Wherever you are on your journey, Dr. Cho is committed to walking alongside you.
He brings deep clinical experience from a range of healthcare settings, including a large hospital system, interdisciplinary clinics, and private personalized practice. His greatest passion is supporting patients through comprehensive recovery and lasting emotional wellness.
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Dr. Cho graduated from the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he earned a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (2015) and a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (2019). He also holds a PhD in Engineering from Texas A&M University.
After completing his doctoral degree in acupuncture, Dr. Cho served as an instructor and clinical supervisor at the college. He went on to work at the Memorial Hermann Prevention and Recovery Center, where he provided acupuncture care to rehabilitation inpatients. He also delivered integrative medical care at Crossover Health, an interdisciplinary medical clinic.
“For 15 years, this place and these great healers have been so supportive of my health and wellbeing. I am very grateful for this gift they bring to the Nashville community.”
— Dianna M.