The Healing Is in the Music
Music is the language of acupuncture. Twenty years in, here's how sound became half the treatment in my practice, and why the powers that be have always found...
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Facial Acupressure Points: The Complete Guide to a Lifted, Glowing Face
A practitioner's guide to facial acupressure: the points, the real benefits, and a simple daily routine for brighter, firmer, calmer skin.
Acupuncture Demystified: What I Tell Every Patient Who Asks
What actually happens when an acupuncture needle goes in? A practicing doctor of Chinese medicine explains the TCM framework and the modern science—fascial planes, the interstitium, and what...
Healing in an On-Demand World: What No One Tells You
We live in a push-button era—shows stream instantly, groceries appear on your doorstep, and yes, answers magically arrive from ChatGPT in seconds. (Hi 👋🏼) But your body isn’t...
Acupuncture and Hair Loss: A Holistic Approach to Midlife Thinning
It's a moment many women dread - noticing more hair in your brush or watching your once-thick ponytail become increasingly sparse. If you're experiencing hair loss during midlife,...
Acupressure for Beginners: Points to Reduce Stress and Improve Sleep
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and poor sleep are all too common. Many of my clients feel caught in a cycle of sleepless nights and tense days....
Top 10 Things to Avoid: What Not to Do After Acupuncture
Understanding what not to do after acupuncture is essential to fully benefit from the treatment. Certain activities can hinder your recovery and reduce the effectiveness of the session....
How Do You Know If Acupuncture Is Working? Here's What To Look For
Wondering how to tell if your acupuncture treatments are effective? There are clear signs to look out for, and this article will guide you through them. From immediate...
Does it Hurt? Why Acupuncture Feels Better Than You Think
As a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with over 20 years of experience, I've heard this question countless times from women considering acupuncture for the first time....
The Gut-Skin Connection: How Acupuncture Can Improve Both
The intricate relationship between our gut health and skin appearance has fascinated researchers and practitioners for decades. As a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine with over 20...
Effective Back Pain Relief with Acupuncture
Back pain is one of the most common ailments affecting adults worldwide, particularly as we age. With our daily routines often involving prolonged sitting or physical strain, it's...
How Many Acupuncturists Are There in Our Wellness-Obsessed World?
We can attribute the mainstream introduction of acupuncture in America to President Nixon's 1971 trip to China. During the visit, New York Times journalist James Reston, who was...
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Personal stories, things I’m reading, and thoughts on living well. A free letter, usually on Sundays.