Summer is here and in Chinese Medicine, we rejoice in welcoming the most yang time of the year. Yang indicates a full expansion of energy.

Pericardium 7 (PC-7), the earth point on this fire channel, helps to calm anxiety while opening tightness that may be constricting this channel, and therefore our hearts. Connecting to the earth element, it brings grounding to our fire, our desire for connections with others and our passions.

Chinese Medicine proposes that we will feel our best if we live according to the seasons. In the Summer, it is our fire that wants to come out and play!

Gratitude helps you feel more positive emotions, cope with stress, relish good experiences, sleep better, enhance empathy, deal with adversity and build stronger relationships.

Seaweed is the detoxifier of the ocean while mushrooms are detoxifiers of land. Both combine well in this tasty soup to help boost your immune system and ease the workload on your Liver as you get ready to move into Summer.

Infertility looks different to everyone trying to conceive. No matter how this journey looks for you - you are not alone. We love nourishing our patients’ fertility and supporting them in this journey of healing and discovery.

Dry brushing is an ancient practice that has been used across many different cultures to remove dead skin and increase circulation. It’s also one of our favorite self-care activities!

Most children find acupuncture (or non-needle techniques) calming and enjoyable – they often love telling their friends and classmates about it!

In Chinese Medicine, stress leads to Liver qi stagnation. Acupuncture can have a major role in helping you decrease stress and guide your body back to homeostasis (state of balance).

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine offer a holistic and transformative approach to supporting your mental and emotional wellbeing.

Our in-house essential oil blend for Spring, Wood/Relax, can be purchased individually, or as a part of our Five Elements Essential Oils Kits. Learn more about which oils are included in this blend and how it can support you this season!

Many men live with chronic pain and other health disorders because they feel a misplaced need to be “strong” and often avoid asking for help — learn how Chinese Medicine and acupuncture can help!

Spring is about new growth, movement and fresh perspective, similar to the functions the Liver performs in the body. To keep your liver and gallbladder clear, keep your diet light and include foods that emphasize the yang, ascending, and regenerative qualities of spring.

Pulse taking is a fundamental piece of Chinese Medicine diagnostics. Learn more about what we’re feeling for when we take your pulse.

We’re excited to offer our newest service, Acupuncture + Reiki, with Monica. These 60-minute appointments are available to return patients and reiki is performed during your regular acupuncture treatment.

A walking meditation is an especially great practice for those who feel stress and worry and have trouble shifting a negative state of mind to one that is positive. Your 20-minute meditative walk can be done anywhere.

In Chinese Medicine theory, every season relates to one of the 5 elements and specific organ systems - learn how to support the health of your liver and gallbladder which are most active in the Spring!

Spring is the time of year for new activity and growth, fresh starts, rebirth, and renewal. It is also a wonderful time to put some extra focus on your fertility.

Putting boundaries in place helps you become more self-aware, improve relationships, take better care of yourself, learn to say ‘no’, establish better work life balance, and feel more fulfilled and less stressed.

The transition from winter to spring can feel like going from sleeping to waking. Check out these tips to help make this transition a little smoother by moving your Liver Qi!