Acupuncture and a lot more

I integrate a broad range of healing modalities that are customized to the patient.  This personalized approach ensures that treatments are not rushed and take into account your personal needs. My methods can include energy work, acupuncture (both Japanese and Chinese methods), acupressure (for those who don't want needles), craniosacral methods (extremely gentle manipulation techniques), herbal products, heat therapy, therapeutic massage, diet, qigong (Chinese exercises for energy movement) and several other methods.

Individual

I only treat one person at a time in order to provide appropriate attention and practice this medicine in the way I find most respectful and effective. I will not be managing different treatment rooms or leaving you alone in the middle of the treatment to attend to someone else. Appointment times are long enough so that patients are not rushed. I take time to listen and understand your needs and condition.

Blending with Western Approaches

I have a broad education in both Western and Eastern Medicine, and am continually expanding that knowledge to keep abreast of new methods and discoveries in both fields. I recognize the importance of both paradigms. I successfully bridge the two views, integrating with Western medical treatment that you may be receiving. 

Communication

Time is also taken to explain what is being done to help ensure understanding and promote the healing process.  When you are informed, results improve. Self care techniques are taught and encouraged to speed results and decrease costs.

What Types of Cases are Treated?

First of all, a Western diagnosis is NOT needed to be treated.  In fact, one of the strengths of Oriental Medicine is being able to treat a disharmony without having a specific disease name.   Some (very partial list in no particular order) of the conditions treated are:

Women's Issues (Infertility, Painful Menses, Menopausal Problems, Night Sweats, Postpartum Depression, etc.)

Chronic Pain Patterns (TMJ, Lower Back Pain, Knee Pain, Stomach Pain, Neck Pain, Migraine headaches, Sciatica, Body Pain, etc.)

Gastrointestinal Issues (Poor Digestion, Constipation, Chronic Diarrhea, Over or Underweight, Hemorrhoids, Reflux, etc.)

Lung and EENT Issues (Sinus Problems, Chronic Cough, Frequent Colds and Sore Throats, Dry Eyes, Ear Ringing, Bell's Palsy, Dizziness, etc.)

Genito-Urinary Difficulty (Frequent Urination, Bladder Infections, Edema, Low Sexual Interest, Infertility, Impotence, etc.)

Spirit and Emotional Issues (Depression, Insomnia, Poor Concentration, Anxiety, etc.)

Chronic Illnesses (Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Parkinson's, etc.)