The Wellness Studio's Team
The Wellness Studio, located in the charming downtown Victoria, was a dream of Dr. Sybil's for years. Dr. Sybil was first introduced to the healing power of acupuncture while she was in high school. Throughout her adolescent and teenage years, she found herself dealing with chronic anxiety and OCD. Doctors were quick to suggest medications, but even at a young age she found herself searching for alternative treatment methods. Dr. Sybil had her first acupuncture treatment when she was 16 years old.
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After graduating high school, Dr. Sybil studied Psychology at Southwest Minnesota State University and in 2016 began her studies in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine at Northwestern Health Sciences University. During her time at NWHSU, Dr. Sybil completed twelve (yes,12) internships and nearly 900 clinical hours. Dr. Sybil's favorite internship allowed her to spend two semesters at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital where she focused on pediatric patient care for pain and nausea management, as well as mental and emotional care for the parents and staff. Dr. Sybil also had the opportunity to study in Henan, China during the spring of 2019.
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Dr. Sybil graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University with a double Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in the fall of 2019. In the spring of 2020, she completed her National board exams to become a diplomate of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Dr. Sybil received her Acupuncture license through the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice the summer of 2020.​
Most recently, at the end of 2024, Dr. Sybil graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (DAcCHM) from Pacific College of Health and Sciences.
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Outside the clinic, Dr. Sybil is a wife to Jared, girl mama Evelyn & Margaux, a dog mom x2 (Miko & Hank), a coffee enthusiastic and an avid plant lover.
DAcCHM, L.Ac., M.Ac., Dipl. Ac.
Dr. Sybil Van De Velde
Certifications
LICENSED ACUPUNCTURIST | Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
DIPLOMAT OF ACUPUNCTURE | National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
CLEAN NEEDLE TECHNIQUE | Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM)
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT | American Heart Association
CERTIFICATE OF ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICINE | Henan University of Chinese Medicine (Zhengzhou, China)
ACUGRAPH CERTIFIED PRACTITIONER | Miridia Tech.
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Experiences
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MASONIC CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL | Pediatric and Patient Care
BLOOMINGTON NATURAL CARE CENTER | General Patient Care
PATHWAYS IN MINNEAPOLIS | Chronic and Life Altering Illnesses
THE WELLNESS STUDIO | Founder & Owner (2020)
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Education
2019 | MASTERS DEGREE IN ACUPUNCTURE | Northwestern Health Sciences University
2019 | MASTERS DEGREE IN CHINESE MEDICINE | Northwestern Health Sciences University
2024 | DOCTOR IN ACUPUNCTURE + CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE - Summa Cum Laude | Pacific College of Health & Sciences
Maddie Volimas
Patient Coordinator, Acupuncture Student
Maddie is currently pursing her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine at Northwestern Health Sciences University, with an expected graduation date of December 2026. She feels blessed to have this experience at The Wellness Studio to expand her knowledge and grow her understanding of Acupuncture from Sybil, and also surround herself with a community of Acupuncture-goers!
Growing up in Waconia, a few of Maddie's favorite things include a delicious Caramel Latte from Mocha Monkey, being apart of a quaint town and community, and of course, Lake Waconia!
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During her time off from work and school, she enjoy exploring the northern shore and spending quality time with her family and friends!
Education + Achievements
2023 | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY | Minnesota State University - Mankato
2023 | MINOR IN MARKETING | Minnesota State University - Mankato
2024 | WHITE COAT CERTIFICATE | Northwestern Health Sciences University
2026 | DOCTORATE OF CHINESE MEDICINE STUDENT | Northwestern Health Sciences University