Lauren Matzen studied directly under Professor J.R. Worsley at the Worsley Institute of Classical Acupuncture in Florida. (It is now known as The Academy of Five Element Acupuncture in Gainsville FL.) She also attended The Traditional Institute of Acupuncture in Royal Lemington Spa, England. Both schools were founded by J.R. Worsley. In addition, she is a ninth generation Reiki (pronounced RAY-KEE) Master and also certified in Facial Rejuvenation.