Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine

Oriental Medicine is based on the theory that proper function of the body depends on the circulation of energy (or “qi”), substances and nutrients throughout the body. When the flow of qi becomes disrupted, disease may occur.

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine have a high percentage of success with the conditions listed below as well as pain in many forms.

Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders:

  • Sinusitis

  • Ear infections

  • Asthma

  • Bronchitis

  • Colds and Flus

  • Chronic cough

  • Laryngitis

  • Ear ringing

  • Swollen glands,

  • Tonsillitis

  • Toothache

Addiction:

  • Smoking cessation

  • Detoxification from alcohol

  • Drugs

  • Sugar

Psychological Disorders:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Insomnia

  • “Scatter brain”

Gastrointestinal Disorders:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhea

  • Food allergies

  • Ulcers

  • Gastritis

  • Abdominal bloating

  • Gas



Women’s Reproductive Issues:

  • Emotions

  • Overwhelm

  • Short circuit (on the edge)

  • PMS

  • Cramping

  • Endometriosis

  • Menopause

  • Fibroids

  • Infertility

  • Bladder infection

  • Complications in pregnancy



Muscoskeletal and Neurological Disorders:

  • Arthritis

  • Bursitis

  • Tennis elbow

  • Bell’s Palsy

  • Numbness

  • Neuralgia

  • Postoperative pain and recovery

  • Headaches

  • Migraine

  • Fibromyalgia

  • All types of pain
    

Integrative Medicine:

  • Adjunct to Western medical diagnosis and treatment

  • Supportive care for cancer patients

  • Adjunct to in-vitro fertilization

  • HIV support

 

Constitutional Facial Acupuncture™

Constitutional Facial Acupuncture™ stimulates collagen production and blood flow to the face. It addresses factors across the whole body that may contribute to us looking tired, stressed, or dull.

I believe we can look youthful and radiant at any age, without masking our life experience, limiting our self-expression and without the use of toxins. Authentic beauty works from the inside out.

Beyond the minimizing of lines and wrinkles in the face, Constitutional Facial Acupuncture™ can help:

  • Improve facial tone

  • Alleviate acne

  • Rosacea

  • Amplify skin clarity

  • Reduce scar lines


  • Balance hormone levels


  • Support better: sleep, relaxation, and energy levels


  • Smooth and brighten the skin


  • Bring forth confidence and joy

Credits: Mary Elizabeth Wakefield, L. Ac., M. S., M. M., of Chi-Akra Center, who is my teacher and the creator of Constitutional Facial Acupuncture™.

Terms

During your treatment, depending on your personal needs any of the following treatments below will be added into your acupuncture treatment.

 
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Gua Sha

This is a natural, alternative therapy that involves light scraping of the skin with a massage tool to help improve blood circulation, boosting immunity and reducing inflammation.

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Tui Na

This is an Ancient Chinese massage used to open and release blockage or stagnation within the body.

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Moxa

This process balances, heals and reignites adrenal activity.

Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years and continues to evolve today. I may prescribe custom herbal formulas, often in single granule pacs, to compliment your personalized acupuncture treatment.

The herbal formulas I use in my practice are prepared according to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and subject to high levels of quality control.