Erin Masako Wilkins is an Asian American herbalist and acupuncturist. Her clinical work is rooted in Eastern energetic theory - tapping into her own ancestral healing traditions to empower others to restore health and prevent illness. She has been a practicing herbalist for over a decade specializing in Asian folk remedies and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is passionate about applying Eastern energetics to domestically grown herbs and herbal medicine.  A seasoned educator, her classes include Asian American herbalism and folk traditions, TCM theory, seasonal wellness, and community care workshops. Erin has a master’s degree from the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley, CA. Her book, “Asian American Herbalism: Folk Traditions in Modern Day Practice” is set for publication in Spring 2023. To learn more about her work visit HerbFolkShop.com? We cover :What is “herbalism” and who is an “herbalist”Understanding Asian American Herbalism, Western Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Herbalism, and moreWays to connect to the plants you needUnderstanding the energetics of plants (Plus, is coffee really good for you?)How Clinical Herbalists read their clients & make recommendationsArchetypes in Clinical Herbalism (hot vs. cold, deficient vs. excess)Climate + location and herbal selectionsUnderstanding “identity” herbalismBringing plant medicine into your own lifeSo much more!? To connect with Erin:Instagram: @HerbFolkMedicinehttps://herbfolkshop.com/Support the showTo connect with Kasia @Nourish_Podcast (​​​​Instagram) www.nourishpodcast.co Submit topic/theme/speaker requests