Dr. Xavier Aponte, Acupuncturist, ND
Zen Attitude Acupuncture in Bellevue, WA proudly features Xavier G. Aponte, a bilingual acupuncturist and integrative medicine practitioner dedicated to compassionate, personalized care. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Xavier’s early appreciation for holistic health, community, and mind-body-spirit connection led him to study Naturopathic Medicine and later Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine—blending Eastern wisdom with Western medical science.
After moving to Washington State, Xavier trained at Bastyr University, completing 2,000+ clinical hours and 3,000+ patient contacts. His experience includes volunteering as a medical interpreter for Spanish-speaking patients, reinforcing his belief that effective healing begins with understanding, trust, and clear communication. His first acupuncture treatment at Bastyr sparked a profound personal shift and inspired a career devoted to medicine that restores balance and resilience.
At Zen Attitude Acupuncture, Xavier provides individualized, results-focused care for adults seeking natural support for complex and everyday health concerns. His clinical interests include:
- Adjunctive oncology care
- Pain management and neuropathy
- Anxiety, depression, PTSD, chronic stress, and fatigue
- Digestive disorders
- Women’s and men’s health
- Stroke and Bell’s palsy support
Xavier integrates a comprehensive toolkit to tailor each treatment plan:
- Acupuncture, electroacupuncture, auricular and scalp acupuncture
- Chinese herbal medicine and moxibustion
- Craniosacral therapy and trigger point release
- Tui na, gua sha, and cupping
- A strong grounding in Western medical understanding to inform assessment and strategy
Guided by empathy and clinical intuition, Xavier helps patients restore healthy flow, function, and balance—reminding them that health is like running water: clear and vibrant when moving freely. As a bilingual practitioner (English | Español) with Hispanic and Latin American roots, he creates a welcoming, culturally aware space where every person feels seen, heard, and supported.
Serving Bellevue and the greater Eastside (including Seattle, Kirkland, and Redmond), Xavier welcomes new patients seeking acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for whole-person wellness.