Our thoughts and actions are greatly influenced by our acquaintances and how we spend our time. Here are some book suggestions to help quiet the mind and promote mindfulness! … [Read more...] about Book Recommendations for Creating Mindfulness
Mindfulness: The Missing Piece
During 14 years of practicing acupuncture, I have counseled hundreds of people on the importance of healthy diet, supplements and exercise as a means of creating and maintaining wellness. Chinese Medicine is not only acupuncture alone; to fully benefit, it requires … [Read more...] about Mindfulness: The Missing Piece
Aura Awakening Radio Podcast with Alyzza Alvarez & Monica Mae Leibson: How mental health can heal the body & learning about our inner pharmacy
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Z823YxSNkOIQkCrTYcVMc From the moment I met Alyssa, I was excited to do this podcast! She's a certified Whole Life Healing Couch & Registered Yoga Teacher. Her mission is "To inspired healing for the younger generation through through mindfulness, empowered … [Read more...] about Aura Awakening Radio Podcast with Alyzza Alvarez & Monica Mae Leibson: How mental health can heal the body & learning about our inner pharmacy
Stress & The Five Elements of Chinese Medicine
Based on my experience as an acupuncturist, I can say with confidence that most of us are experiencing high amounts of stress. We have had to make vast changes, adapt to new circumstances, and even overcome fears and trauma reactions to the uncertainty in our lives. Each of us is unique, and we … [Read more...] about Stress & The Five Elements of Chinese Medicine
The Creative Momentum: How Acupuncture Supports Your Spring Forward
It’s hard to believe that Saturday March 20th marks the first day of Spring. After a long and snowy February, blue skies and sun are such a welcome sight this March. Spring is the season that bridges the transition away from the Yin energy of Winter towards the Yang energy of Summer. We can see this … [Read more...] about The Creative Momentum: How Acupuncture Supports Your Spring Forward
Meditations for getting through tough pandemic times
As a healer living through the pandemic I can’t help but wonder “what do people need right now?” One of the most important tools I bring to my patients is the capacity to see the root cause of their struggles. Through questioning, tongue and pulse diagnosis, and intuition, I am able to piece … [Read more...] about Meditations for getting through tough pandemic times




