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Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for Chronic Pain
Navigating chronic pain is a journey many of us have taken, however it’s one you don’t need to do alone! I am dedicated to not only offer...


Acupuncture for Fertility
The fertility journey can be a rollercoaster ride. For a step in life as beautiful as this, I aim to help make this experience as gentle...


Acupuncture for IVF
Diving into the IVF journey can feel like quite a lot physically, emotionally, and mentally. If you’re looking for support during this...


Is there a link between Jaw Tension (TMJ) and Pelvic Tension?
Is there a connection between jaw tension (TMJ) and pelvic floor tension? And why? First, we’ll understand it from a nervous system point-of-view. Our bodies naturally shift between two nervous system states. In the parasympathetic , or “ rest and digest ,” state, our body focuses on processes like: digestion immunity recovery relaxation . The sympathetic , or “ fight or flight, ” state kicks in when we need to take action—it increases oxygen flow, sharpens focus, and helps


450 Periods Later: Embracing the Menopause Transition
Just as we once transitioned into menstruation during our teenage years, we eventually transition out around ages 45-55. While we might...


TCM for Fatigue
Feeling like caffeine is essential just to make it through your day? Experiencing that afternoon dip? Or just plain waking up tired?...


Link between Gut Health and Chronic Pain
The link starts with understanding that there is bidirectional communication along the gut-brain axis . If we look at the connection...


Acupuncture for Endometriosis
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) address endometriosis? Endometriosis is not just extra pain during your bleed. It’s a myriad...


Heavy periods bringing you down?
To begin, let’s take a closer look at what constitutes a heavy period… If you’re: changing tampons/pads every 1-2 hours experiencing...


Acupuncture for Neck and Shoulder Tension
I see it everywhere - hands rubbing their necks, hoping to soften whatever tension lies beneath… heads stretching left and right, maybe...


BBT tracking for Cycle Comprehension
Why am I asking you to record your temperature every morning? What does your monthly basal body temperature (BBT) chart tell us? Basal body temperature (BBT) tracking is a simple yet powerful tool in deeply understanding your menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall hormonal health . What is BBT? BBT is your body’s lowest resting temperature , taken first thing in the morning upon wake . Before ovulation, temperatures typically fluctuate around 35.9-36.4 ° C . Post-ovulati


Eating with Your Cycle: Nutrition for Each Menstrual Cycle Phase
Shifting hormones guide the monthly rhythm of your menstrual cycle — a cycle that affects energy levels, metabolism, cravings, how much...


Acupuncture and Herbal medicine for Acid Reflux / GERD
Acid reflux or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) happens in every 1 in 5 people! What are common symptoms? -chest pain...


Why PCOS? Well, BCUZ...
What is PCOS and what does my diagnosis mean? Or are my symptoms indicative of PCOS? Here are the criteria to make the diagnosis of...


Vulvodynia, vulva pain
Maybe you haven't put a name to the symptoms yet, but vulvodynia is a chronic condition of the vagina including pain and potential...


Digestion, Gut Health, our Engine
Why do I often focus on your digestion during treatments? If your gut is working well, then it provides the resources for all other body...


Acupuncture for Migraines
Migraine , a whale of a headache A drug-free therapy that can help to relieve and prevent migraine symptoms? Acupuncture. Migraines are...


Retraining your Chronic Back and Nerve Pain Signals
Chronic Neck, Back, or Nerve Pain: How Acupuncture Can Help Retrain your Body & Nervous System Chronic pain can feel like a never-ending...


Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation
Addiction to smoking and vaping often extends beyond the physical dependence on nicotine. It intertwines with factors such as genetics,...


Acupuncture for Insomnia
Wide awake, tossing and turning, kicking off the covers only to pull them back over yourself… Or perhaps you are startled awake, thoughts of the day’s activities blaring… or you suffer from sleep apnea, sinus, or throat congestion. I understand the frustrations of a disturbed night’s rest . It is not only in the moment, but also the brain fog and sluggishness through the day, the effects on other systems and body functions… The traditional Chinese medicine approach to sle
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