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As a Japanese-style Acupuncturist and herbalist with over a decade of experience working with individuals to manage pain and chronic illness, I find it humbling to witness the process of healing. I utilize Eastern and Western techniques along with breathwork, qi gong, herbal treatments, and acupressure/somatic techniques to empower everyone I treat to experience life with more freedom, vitality and alignment. I am most drawn to work with mental/emotional health & addictions, chronic pain conditions, reproductive and hormonal health, and fertility. 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Rather than a “this for this” and “that for that” approach, we look at the holistic function of the body. What’s the underlying pattern which explains why all your symptoms are arising? This is the “root”. Your symptoms, the “branch”. Sometimes the symptoms are so loud we go directly for relief of those, but primarily, we look at why they are coming up in the first place. Refer to my Guide to Chinese Herbs blog for more info. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/612543cc04c9507a46cb99e5/3ee7d0a3-187e-492d-8324-17129cc8e763/japaneseacupuncture.jpg TECHNIQUES - japanese acupuncture Japanese Acupuncture is a minimally invasive technique with smaller needles and a more tactile approach. Distinct from Traditional Chinese Medicine though rooted in the same points and theory, Japanese Acupuncture involves Hara diagnosis through the abdomen to feel for blockages in the organs or meridians. This process provides immediate feedback through the body by palpating the abdomen, neck, limbs, and back to assess the body’s inner workings, which reflect through the connective tissue. The best acupuncture in Westshore comes with a sympathetic and understanding treatment approach—which is how I take care of you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/612543cc04c9507a46cb99e5/1f8a6923-f30c-427e-a6fe-612cd0161d19/CL2QpNG%2521download-min.JPG TECHNIQUES - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/612543cc04c9507a46cb99e5/24a6cf24-4962-4aa8-9f38-9a30e71e88a1/br7nFgL%2521download-min.JPG TECHNIQUES - CHINEse fire cupping This often-requested technique feels like a pressure-valve release. It acts to increase blood flow like a deep tissue massage but creates suction on the tissue instead of pressure. Cupping is often done on the back or large body areas. 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