Asian American Herbalism - Folk Traditions in Modern Day Practice

The HUB Multicultural Center
4:00 pm

 Asian American herbalism bridges ancient theory and traditions with how Asian herbalism is practiced in modern times. Join Erin Masako Wilkins of Herb Folk for a talk on Asian American herbalism and traditional healing practices. We will learn about culturally relevant herbs to support your own Qi energy for mental and physical wellness. And she will share her experience working as a clinical herbalist and small business owner in Sonoma County. There will be an herbal tea tasting, guided Qi Gong meditation, and open discussion

Bio: Erin Masako Wilkins is an Asian American herbalist and acupuncturist. Her work is rooted in Eastern energetic theory - tapping into her own ancestral healing traditions to empower others to restore health and prevent illness. As an educator, her classes include Asian American herbalism and folk traditions, traditional Chinese medicine theory, seasonal wellness, and community care workshops. 

Erin received her bachelor’s degree from UC Santa Cruz (Women and gender studies; political science), and a master’s degree in Asian Medicine from the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley, CA. Her forthcoming book, “Asian American Herbalism: Traditional and Modern Healing Practices for Everyday Wellness” (October 2023) reflects her experience as a working herbalist at her shop, Herb Folk, in Petaluma, CA. To learn more about her work visit HerbFolkShop.com