About the Clinic
Acupuncture Together is a privately owned, for-profit, local business. Our mission is to provide affordable, high-quality acupuncture by offering individualized treatments in a quiet, open setting. For acupuncture to be most effective, patients need to receive it frequently and regularly. We want you to come enough times to feel better.
Patients remain fully clothed in comfortable recliners in our quiet, soothing community room. Treating patients this way has many benefits beyond being more affordable. Many people find it comforting to have others around them rather than being isolated in a private room. The group treatment room creates a collective healing energy that enhances the power of each individual’s treatment, and it allows families and friends to get treatments together.
We are part of a growing movement of community acupuncture clinics around the country that are practicing this business model – both patients and practitioners love it!
Since opening in 2010, we have provided over 65,000 affordable acupuncture treatments and counting.
About your Acupuncturists
Dr. Guillaume Vincent, L.Ac., DAcOM, MSTOM, CMT – Clinic Director/Owner
Originally from Paris, France, Dr. Guillaume (ghee-YOHM) Vincent came to acupuncture the long way around. After a career as a mechanical engineer in the aeronautic and automobile industries, he discovered Chinese medicine in 2004 and never looked back. He became a licensed acupuncturist in 2009 and has spent the past twenty years deepening his practice across a wide range of clinical settings, including St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, San Diego Hospice, Owen’s HIV clinics, the UCSD RIMAC sports clinic, the Austin VA pain management department, and the Austin Recovery Addiction Treatment Center. He has also taught and supervised intern clinics at AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine.
Holding a doctoral degree in acupuncture and integrative medicine, Guillaume specializes in chronic pain, mental health, women’s health, and family medicine. He believes that the community acupuncture model offers something no private room can replicate, a shared healing environment where the group energy itself becomes part of the medicine, and where cost is never a barrier to care.
He acquired Acupuncture Together of Austin in 2020 and has since deepened the clinic’s commitment to accessible, whole-person care, delivering tens of thousands of treatments to the Austin community.
Guillaume’s work has always extended beyond the needle. For over twenty years, he has walked alongside people as a whole health practitioner, supporting the emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions of healing. He believes that lasting transformation requires more than symptom relief. It requires the whole person to be seen and met.
To explore his contemplative healing, life accompaniment, and spiritual direction practice, visit drgvincent.com
Guillaume holds a Texas acupuncture license, AC01283, and is certified by the NCCAOM. He is also a certified acu-detox specialist. He looks forward to welcoming you to the clinic.
Allison Palomaki, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified
Allison graduated from Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (now Texas Health and Science University) in Austin in 2012. She is a licensed acupuncturist by the state of Texas and nationally certified (NCCAOM). Allison worked at a community acupuncture clinic in Round Rock, Texas, for 8 years (Goodpoint Acupuncture) before joining Acupuncture Together. She loves the community-style clinic model as it allows her to support the healing of many while keeping treatments affordable. She has also worked at the Apple Wellness Center for 8 years.
Allison decided to pursue a career in Chinese medicine after her chronic headaches were cured through Acupuncture treatments. She enjoys helping others regain their health using acupuncture, herbs and food as medicine.
As a former competitive swimmer, she has an interest in treating athletes and sports-related injuries. Having two young boys has led her to become passionate in the fields of pediatrics, women’s health, fertility, and pregnancy. Allison is so excited to be part of the Acupuncture Together team and is looking forward to meeting you!
Aparna Mamidi, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified
Aparna Mamidi, LAc (she/her), is a licensed acupuncturist dedicated to providing thoughtful, effective, and compassionate care. She is licensed by the Texas Medical Board and nationally certified by the NCCAOM. Her clinical approach is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and focused on helping the body restore balance, resilience, and long-term function.
She treats a wide range of concerns, including acute and chronic pain, stress and anxiety, digestive disorders, sleep disturbances, and reproductive health. Aparna has extensive training and experience in women’s health and fertility, as well as internal medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, and general wellness. She is known for her ability to assess complex patterns, develop clear treatment strategies, and adapt care to each patient’s constitution and stage of life.
Patients often describe Aparna as calm, attentive, and grounding. She creates a supportive clinical environment where people feel heard, respected, and confident in their care. She is deeply aligned with the mission of community acupuncture and is committed to making high-quality treatment accessible, practical, and sustainable for long-term health.
Aparna looks forward to meeting you at the clinic!
Ainge Lin Southerland, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified
Ainge (pronounced “Eeng”) holds a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from AOMA, Austin Texas. He is a Texas Medical Board-certified Licensed Acupuncturist. He specializes in pain management, internal medicine, women’s health, mental health, facial paralysis, and stroke recovery. Ainge has extensive experience in both private clinics, treating patients one on one, and community clinics.
Before becoming an acupuncturist, Ainge had climbed the corporate ladder for over a decade. His calling to serve and his passion for healing led him to a career transition into acupuncture.
Ainge is excited to be part of Acupuncture Together, the group healing effect and the accessibility of community acupuncture make it for him the best option for patients to access ongoing acupuncture care to heal and get results. He is also grateful to be able to serve a great number of patients.
Some of Ainge’s previous clinical experience includes the AOMA family clinic, the Healing Warriors Program in Colorado (helping veterans and their families with pain management, PTSD, and sleep disorders), and St. David’s North Austin Medical Center providing acupuncture and manual therapy to the medical staff of ICU & ER units.
Outside of the clinic, Ainge coaches acupuncture students by sharing his knowledge in Chinese herbal medicine. (Texas license # AC01938)
Laura Aoki, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified
Laura Aoki, a distinguished licensed acupuncturist, brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to her practice. With over a decade of experience, Laura holds licensure from the Texas State Board and is nationally board-certified by the NCCAOM.
Graduating as Valedictorian from Texas Health and Science University in 2013, Laura has honed her craft in various clinical environments, including notable establishments such as Acupuncture Associates in Round Rock, Achieve Integrated Health, and the Wellness Center at Apple’s Austin Campus.
Laura’s journey in holistic healing began as a testament to her deep-seated passion for aiding others. Initially embarking on a path in nursing, her trajectory shifted after being introduced to Eastern medicine through her brother’s transformative journey of healing back pain that was deemed insurmountable. In her 20s Laura’s encounter with acupuncture, overcoming anxiety and depression, was pivotal. She discovered her vocation within the holistic realm, drawn to its comprehensive approach addressing mind, body, and spirit.
With a focus on general family practice and specializing in emotional disorders, digestive ailments, chronic pain, women’s health, and fertility, Laura’s expertise lies in unraveling the root causes of ailments, rather than merely alleviating symptoms—a testament to her unwavering commitment to holistic healing.
Laura finds profound fulfillment in community-style acupuncture, embracing its inclusive nature and the collective healing energy it fosters. Firmly believing in equitable access to treatment, she champions affordability and accessibility, ensuring that everyone, regardless of income, can benefit from acupuncture’s transformative potential.
Outside her professional endeavors, Laura’s pursuits reflect her holistic lifestyle. Crafting homemade herbal tinctures, immersing herself in nature through hiking, gardening, and nurturing her spiritual side with the beauty of rocks and crystals, Laura finds balance in her diverse interests. With a heart devoted to family, she cherishes moments spent with her husband, two children, and two feline companions, embodying the holistic principles she espouses in both her personal and professional life.
Laura is looking forward to meeting you at the clinic! (Texas license # AC01550)
Pamela Bailinson, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified
Pamela Bailinson is a skilled and compassionate acupuncturist dedicated to making holistic healing accessible to all. She believes in the power of acupuncture to relieve suffering and help individuals reconnect with their most vibrant, authentic selves. With extensive experience treating women’s reproductive health, emotional and mental well-being, geriatric care, and a wide range of chronic and acute conditions, Pamela combines a gentle touch with deeply effective treatment strategies.
Her passion for community acupuncture led her to Acupuncture Together, where she is committed to providing high-quality, affordable care in a welcoming and inclusive setting. She strives to create a nurturing space where patients can tap into their body’s natural healing abilities and achieve lasting balance.
In addition to acupuncture, Pamela incorporates ancient healing practices such as Qi Gong, meditation, and yogic techniques to support holistic well-being. She looks forward to meeting you at the clinic!
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Your Care. Your Comfort. Your Team.
Ongoing healing, no matter who you see.
Your ongoing care is our priority.
At Acupuncture Together of Austin, we know how important it is to feel seen, supported, and understood. You may have a favorite acupuncturist — and that’s a beautiful connection. At the same time, life happens. Schedules shift. Needs evolve. And your wellness doesn’t pause.
That’s why we’ve built a trusted team around you.
Consistent Quality, Individual Care
Every acupuncturist at our clinic is:
• Highly trained
• Deeply aligned with our values and method
• Committed to your healing, comfort, and results
You’re welcome to stay with one provider, and you’re equally welcome to try others. Each practitioner brings their own insight, energy, and style — and many patients find that rotating care brings even more depth to their healing.
Think of it as a team working together for you.
Seamless Care, Every Time
We share detailed treatment notes across our team, so no matter who you see, your acupuncturist is fully up to date on your progress, preferences, and goals.
You never have to start over — you just keep moving forward.
Your Voice Matters
Your experience, feedback, and preferences shape how we support you.
Let us know what you need, what you notice, and how we can best serve you.
We’re here — and we’re listening.
Healing is a journey.
You don’t have to walk it with just one person.
We’re here for you — as a team.
With care,
Your Acupuncture Together Team