After 19 years in practice, I have had the privilege of working closely with individuals, guiding them through profound transformations in their lives. However, recently, my aspirations have grown broader. I’ve been reflecting on how acupuncture can reach and benefit more people. How can this … [Read more...] about Becoming the MISA Membership Chair: A New Chapter in My Journey
Chinese Medicine and Infectious Disease
Believe it or not, Chinese medical theory has explored infectious disease for thousands of years. In fact, one of its classical texts, The Shang Han Lun, describes the foundational principals of how the body acquires various infections, or “wind invasions” as they are known in the literature. The … [Read more...] about Chinese Medicine and Infectious Disease
Riding the Hormonal Wave: The Four Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
In Chinese Medicine, it’s all about creating balance. With the four stages of a woman’s cycle, the goal is to create a level of homeostasis within the shifts. That being said, a woman is naturally going to feel different both physically and emotionally in each of these four seasons. It’s very … [Read more...] about Riding the Hormonal Wave: The Four Phases of the Menstrual Cycle
Get Out and Get the Most Out of Summer
Most of the world has been in hibernation, not only from winter, but also from living in fear of COVID-19 and the ongoing pandemic. We are beginning to emerge from our cocoons, wearing masks a bit less often and hoping that the pandemic is almost in our rear view mirror. With school out for the year … [Read more...] about Get Out and Get the Most Out of Summer
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 Six Healing Sounds of Chinese Medicine
Chinese Medicine was discovered in a time when we were living more in alignment with nature. Our bodies are a reflection of nature and we use elements to describe the qualities of how our bodies function. The five elements of chinese medicine are wood, fire, earth, metal and water. … [Read more...] about The Six Healing Sounds of Chinese Medicine
