Caleb 石庆安 Shih

Experience

1. Founder

   Sinapi Acupuncture & Wellness Professional Corporation

   Jul 2025 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   At Sinapi Acupuncture & Wellness, we believe that healing can begin with something as small as a mustard seed.The word Sinapi comes from ancient Biblical Greek, symbolizing faith and the potential of the Kingdom of God. Just as a mustard seed, though tiny, can grow into a large, sheltering tree. We envision our humble acupuncture practice becoming a place of growth, transformation, and refuge for many.We are twin sisters, both Licensed Acupuncturists, whose Chinese family name, meaning stone, holds deep significance. In ancient Chinese medicine, the earliest acupuncture tools were stone needles, a concept echoed in the classical phrase “”, which refers to the healing practice of acupuncture and the use of sharpened stone to treat illness. To us, this term represents both our cultural heritage and our professional calling. Like those original “stone needles,” we aspire to bring relief, restore balance, and courageously address the root causes of suffering with gentleness, precision, and care.Born and raised in China, our roots lie deeply in the timeless wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Having received scientific and clinical acupuncture training here in the United States, we are uniquely positioned to bridge two worlds - East and West, tradition and innovation. As the Chinese idiom says, “” - Jade can be carved from a stone of another mountain, we see ourselves as that stone - foreign, yet invaluable - offering a distinct and meaningful contribution to the health and wellbeing of our community.Our mission is to provide compassionate, effective, and personalized care grounded in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine and supported by evidence-based practices. We aim to foster trust, nourish healing, and grow a space where each person can thrive - body, mind, and spirit.We invite you to take root and grow with us. Together, let\'s cultivate something beautiful!

Education

• Number One High School of Hefei

  High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

  1980 — 1983

• Zhejiang University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Urban Planning

  1983 — 1987

• Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences

  Master of Economics, World Economy

  1987 — 1990