Hello. My name is Monica Mae Leibson and I am a Registered Acupuncturist in the State of Michigan. I know that my job isn't a typical one and I often get funny looks when I tell people what I do. So here's a glimpse of a typical day of mine, in pictures. Located in West Bloomfield MI, I work … [Read more...] about A day in the life of an acupuncturist ~ a pictorial
Chinese Medicine Tongue Diagnosis
Most of our clients who come to the office bristle at the thought of having their tongue diagnosed. When we first ask to see the tongue, most are embarrassed. “I did not brush my teeth before I came in” or “I ate blueberries” are common responses. We are often asked to explain what we … [Read more...] about Chinese Medicine Tongue Diagnosis
Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation
Many people hear about using acupuncture to help with addiction and smoking cessation. As acupuncturists, we’re asked how exactly acupuncture can be used to attain this goal. There are many different facets to treating addiction and one of the most powerful tools we use in acupuncture is the NADA … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Smoking Cessation
Integrative Approach to Menopause!
Menopause and peri-menopause are natural occurring processes which take place when the secretion of estrogen and progesterone in our body diminishes. As a result, menstrual cycles become irregular and eventually stop. Menopause becomes “official” when a woman has not had a cycle for one year. … [Read more...] about Integrative Approach to Menopause!
Summer Health Newsletter from Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine
Ask The Naturopath... Hi Dr. Quinn – I am concerned about the toxicity of sunscreens. Would you shed some light on this subject?The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has recently reviewed the dangers of sunscreen. Most commercially available sunscreens contain two major toxic chemicals; … [Read more...] about Summer Health Newsletter from Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine
Lessons Learned: Breast-feeding is an amazing journey for mother & baby – by Amanda Koch Gregory
Free Press guest columnist Amanda Koch Gregory is a 30-year-old metro Detroit high school teacher of language arts. She and her husband, Jason, have an active and inquisitive toddler, Rocco Boone. They are navigating this crazy life as a family of three who enjoy late brunches on the weekends, … [Read more...] about Lessons Learned: Breast-feeding is an amazing journey for mother & baby – by Amanda Koch Gregory