Fall is officially here in Michigan. The leaves are not only turning intensely vibrant colors, yet dropping from the trees. Days are becoming shorter as nights grow longer. There's a crisp chill in the air, as nature prepares for the next cycle of life. As fall transitions into winter, many people … [Read more...] about Acupunture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Autumn
Emotional Balance with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a whole-body approach to health and wellness. In TCM, our physical health and our emotional health are interwoven. We often see a correlation between how a person is feeling physically and how they are feeling emotionally. When we work with our patients, we work … [Read more...] about Emotional Balance with Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture & Depression; Diagnosis is paramount to success
When a client comes to our office for an emotional condition, I ask a lot of questions. For all new patients, we always do a thorough intake. But as far as emotions, I find there is a wide range of experiences and feelings that go into any diagnosis – including depression. For example, some … [Read more...] about Acupuncture & Depression; Diagnosis is paramount to success
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine During the Winter Months
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes the cycles of nature and the importance of living in harmony with them. TCM identifies winter as Yin because yin is cold and during the winter months, living things become more inactive. An introspective, restful approach with meditation is needed to store … [Read more...] about Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine During the Winter Months
Acupuncture’s most Frequently Asked Questions
When I tell someone I am an Acupuncturist, they respond with curiosity and questions! Below are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions in our clinic~ What is the goal of Acupuncture? The goal of Acupuncture is to restore balance in our body by working with our body's own Qi … [Read more...] about Acupuncture’s most Frequently Asked Questions
Acupuncture: A New Alternative for Treating Depression
Depression is the most common of mood disorders. It is estimated that nearly 30 million Americans suffer from the often-debilitating disease and it is, in fact, one of the 15 leading causes of disability in developed countries. It is widely believed that depression may the body’s response to … [Read more...] about Acupuncture: A New Alternative for Treating Depression