Lara Theragood, a licensed Doctor of Oriental Medicine, is the proprietor and sole practitioner of North Star Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in her beloved hometown, Santa Fe, New Mexico. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College and is a National Board-Certified (NCCAOM) Diplomate of Oriental Medicine. Additionally, she holds a BA in Dance and a BA in English from the University of New Mexico.

With her wealth of experience, she welcomes patients from all walks of life, embracing diversity and inclusivity.

A former wife of an Army Ranger during the 9/11 attacks, she has a deep respect for Armed Forces members and their families, and understands the unique hardships they endure in service of others. In 2002, at Fort Bragg, she received the esteemed Dr. Mary E. Walker award for her volunteer work to support the families of infantry soldiers during some of the most dangerous deployments to Afghanistan & Iraq post 9/11.

Dr. Theragood is a passionate advocate for individuals who are affected by PTSD. She understands the severe impact of its symptoms and is committed to providing the best possible support to those in need of her services.

Since 2020, she has served the community of Española and the surrounding area by performing an Acudetox protocol through Community Style Acupuncture at Inside Out Recovery. In one year ending in June 2022, Rio Arriba County reported 50 fatal overdoses, giving it the highest rate in New Mexico. It was about four times the national rate of approximately 33 per 100,000. Inside Out Recovery offers many services to anyone in need at no cost, including computer literacy & professional development classes, peer-led meetings, aid with housing, meals, clothing, etc. Dr. Theragood is honored to offer her services to those recovering from substance abuse here weekly. More about this wonderful organization: recoveryinsideout.org.

As a mother and practitioner, Dr. Theragood is devoted to supporting families through pregnancy, postpartum, and other transformative life experiences.

She is a lifelong dancer and wilderness enthusiast who reveres the natural world & strives to live in harmony with its cycles.