- Bothell Acupuncture -
STARTING POINT WELLNESS & ACUPUNCTURE
Specializing in Chronic Pain Management, Neuropathy, Migraine Headaches, and Complex Chronic Conditions in Bothell and the surrounding Seattle area.

Come See How Acupuncture and Naturopathic Medicine Can Change Your Life
Give us a call or read more about our services and specialities below.
Acupuncture
Neuropathy Programs
Migraine Programs
Optimal Fertility Program
Pain Relief Injections
Scar Therapy
B12 Shots
Online Courses

New Patients
Scheduling your appointment is easy! Call the office to schedule an appointment.
Upon scheduling you will receive an email to complete New Patient Paperwork, found under "Manage Your Appointment" in the email.
Got Questions?
We provide safe, natural, alternative, holistic wellness and quality of care. Give us a call if you are looking to address:
Chronic Pain Management
Migraine Headache
Arthritis
Fertility
Skin Health
Neuropathy
Sports Injury
Insomnia
Digestive Health, IBS, Food Allergies
Autoimmune
Current Patients
Returning patients can schedule online.

Meet Dr. Ellie Heintze
Dr. Heintze is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist (East Asian Medical Practitioner) in the state of Washington.
- Master’s Degree in Acupuncture
Bastyr University - Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine
Bastyr University - Master’s Degree in Chemistry
Northern Arizona University
- Latest Blogs -
Benefits of Acupuncture
How to Get More Healthy Fats in Your Life
How to get more healthy fats in your life If you’ve been scared to eat much fat because you think it’s unhealthy, it’s time to get your head around which fats are actually bad for you. It’s true that some fats are definitely best kept to an absolute minimum (trans fats are a big culprit…
Read MoreThe Power of Antioxidants
The Power of Antioxidants You’ve probably heard that antioxidants are really important for your health but do you know exactly what they do? There are lots of different antioxidants and some of them are known for giving fruits and vegetables their distinctive colors. For example, lycopene, is found in red fruits and veggies and beta…
Read MoreMindful Eating for Optimal Heart Health
Mindful Eating for Optimal Heart Health As a naturopathic doctor and acupuncturist, I understand the body as a complex system of energies and organs, all working together as a whole unit. However, when an acupuncturist talks about an organ, like the spleen, heart, or kidneys, they are not referring to the physical organ that sits…
Read MoreWhy am I so tired?…and how to fix it!
Why am I so tired? A common complaint that acupuncturists hear from our patients is that they constantly feel tired and fatigued. Sometimes this fatigue is related to lack of sleep, but sometimes no amount of rest seems to alleviate the sleepiness. From an acupuncture and Chinese Medicine perspective, there are numerous imbalances in our…
Read More{Research Update}: Can acupuncture aid in detox?
Can acupuncture aid in detox? Ready to reset your health and aid in detox? January is one of the most popular times of the year for people to choose a detox plan. Many people enjoy the holiday season by indulging in rich foods and drinks and may leave their healthy habits out the window. January…
Read MoreTop 7 Steps to Detox after the Holidays
Top 7 Steps to Detox after the Holidays! When you think about “cleansing” or a detox, it’s likely that Spring is the season that comes to mind. While Spring is a popular season to cleanse, the benefits of cleansing in the Winter can be great! This year especially, taking time out to support the body…
Read MoreTop 3 Indicators You Need a Tune-Up
Top 3 Indicators You Need a Tune-Up Do you wake up not feeling refreshed? Are you tired of being tired? Do you suffer from all over joint pain that you attribute to “just getting older?” …might be time for a health tune-up! Here is a list of the TOP three signs indicating that you should…
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