ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture is a component of East Asian Medicine (EAM). EAM is a complete system of medicine dating back thousands of years. The guiding principles of this medicine are rooted in Taoism, which states that humans and all living beings on the planet are part of an eternal universal flow of energy. When in balance, all things generate and preserve the continuation of this flow of energy that allows for the renewal and regeneration of all life. The Tao is described as the source and substance from which all things are born and will return.
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Acupuncture is a practice that assists in recalibrating the bioenergetic and bioelectric forces within the human body when it has entered into a state of imbalance. Imbalances are caused by a myriad of things from structural disturbances to lifestyle, environmental, internal/external, and spiritual stressors.
Traditional Acupuncture
1 hour / $85
Traditional acupuncture addresses a wide variety of challenges from acute and chronic pain to internal disorders, including digestive, hormonal/menstrual, neurological, and autoimmune challenges. Every body responds differently to treatment, so it is important to collect as much information as possible before and during an episode of care. Some things that impact how the body responds are lifestyle, stress, nutrition, hydration, physical or structural limitations or impediments, duration of onset, and age. EAM relies little on western diagnostic "disease names", instead viewing the individual as a unique manifestation of physical, mental and spiritual. Emphasis is placed on identifying the root cause of the challenge to be overcome, not simply treating symptoms. One "diagnosis" can have many different root causes, while one root cause can manifest into many different "diagnoses".
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While acupuncture is an ancient practice, a lot modern day ailments were much less common and the way in which humans live today is very different. Challenges of modernity are often now rooted in sedentary lifestyles, chronic mental and emotional stress, and exposure to toxins in food, water and the environment. One of the advantages of acupuncture and EAM is that the guiding principles and foundational theory allow for treatment to be modified to suit modern day challenges. It evolves as the needs of humans change in response to an ever changing world.
Acupuncture treatment is tailored specifically to the client. In order to better facilitate healing, sometimes it is appropriate to incorporate adjunct therapies such as Asian bodywork therapy, dietary and nutrition counseling, rehabilitative exercises and stretches, breathwork and relaxation techniques, and other lifestyle modifications.
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Esoteric Acupuncture
1 hour / $85
Esoteric Acupuncture is a contemporary style of acupuncture developed by acupuncturist and naturopathic doctor, Dr. Mikio Sankey. While this style can address physical challenges, as well as transform and release trauma that has been stored in the physical body, it is best utilized for wellness and personal and spiritual growth. This system of acupuncture integrates concepts of sacred geometry, sacred numbers, and ageless wisdom teachings that have been described and utilized in various spiritual and healing practices throughout the ages.
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Before the body experiences discomfort or dis-ease, it is first an energetic or spiritual imbalance. These subtle changes in energy are difficult to detect in a world that moves quickly and has little time to rest. When the energy of that imbalance becomes denser, it begins to manifest in physical form. This is when the body whispers that it is in need. As the energy continues to drive deeper and becomes even more dense, the manifestation of the imbalance is ever more apparent until the body is in distress and crying out for help. Esoteric Acupuncture is designed to address the subtle imbalances before it densifies into physical form. Wellness is the process of fine tuning and aligning the energetic body while the imbalance is subtle and not causing discomfort or harm.
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When the body is balanced and the energy is flowing freely, the spiritual self can develop and evolve in accordance with one's true life path. Dr. Sankey refers to this as an individual's "puzzle piece". Like a jigsaw puzzle, each individual piece is essential in completing something much larger. Esoteric Acupuncture utilizes "encoding patterns" which are like combination locks to open up the spiritual potential that lies within each individual. Through Esoteric Acupuncture and other practices that develop the authentic, spiritually aligned self, the placement and orientation of each puzzle piece becomes clearer. When one finds that place and orientation, more of the greater picture (our collective self actualized world) becomes illuminated and made manifest.
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Consultations
30 min / $40
Life and bodies are complex, and choosing which approach is best for you can sometimes be confusing. Consultations before beginning an episode of care can help clarify which modality is is best, and are available either in-person or via telehealth conference. Consultations can also be utilized for lifestyle and wellness coaching, dietary and nutritional counseling, and herb/supplement consultations. High quality, professional grade herbs and supplements may be purchased through Starseed for in-office pickup or shipped directly.