Addictions

Excellent clinical evidence supports the use of acupuncture for addiction control.

Acupuncture can help you quit smoking

Ready to quit smoking? We can help!

November 13, 2020

Acupuncture can help you quit smoking Acupuncture has been used to treat addiction for many years. Curbing addiction, specifically when it comes to smoking, is not something that can be done overnight (often referred to as “quitting cold turkey”). During the journey of quitting, there will be times when you think you won’t be able…

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Mood Food for mental health

Mood Food: What to eat to curb depression

August 9, 2020

Mood Food: Using food as medicine to help depression Many have heard the question posed what came first, the chicken or the egg? But how does that concept apply to depression? It’s well-known that when we’re depressed, our motivation and interest in maintaining a healthy and balanced diet subsides in the same way our energy…

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Microneedling in Bothell, WA.

Top 3 Benefits of Microneedling

August 3, 2020

Top 3 Benefits of Microneedling What is microneedling? Microneedling aka Collagen Induction Therapy Benefits Microneedling is an effective and safe way to rejuvenate your skin and improve the look of imperfections and scarring. It also pairs well with facial cosmetic acupuncture treatments for a holistic approach to skin health. This innovative cosmetic procedure uses tiny…

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Summertime foods

Try These Summertime foods

August 1, 2020

Try These Summertime foods As the weather grows warmer we often become more active and participate in a variety of outdoor activities. An ideal summer diet is light and filled with fresh foods with high water content. Foods that have a bitter taste are good to consume because of their healing effect upon the heart.…

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Top ways to boost circulation

Acupuncture for Boosting Your Circulation

February 16, 2020

Acupuncture for Boosting Your Circulation Healthy blood circulation is a vital component of life for human beings. Without proper blood flow, life would cease to exist. Blood isn’t the only thing that’s important, it’s what the blood is carrying that makes circulation so important. Boosting your circulation is key for overall health and vitality.  …

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Acupuncture help PTSD

Can acupuncture help PTSD? Let’s take a look

July 10, 2019

Can acupuncture help PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental disorder that can follow a traumatic event. People often report recurring memories of the event, negative changes to mood, and often associated with depression or anxiety. Typical treatments involve psychotherapy and prescription medication. However, in recent years research has found significant differences in…

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Acupuncture can help PTSD

Using Acupuncture to Treat PTSD

May 19, 2017

Using Acupuncture to Treat PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is usually associated with past and present military personnel. However, PTSD can affect anybody who has had some sort of traumatic or life changing event, such as a car crash, physical abuse, natural disasters or even the death of a loved one. Any situation causing…

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PTSD

Ways to Combat PTSD Naturally

June 29, 2016

PTSD is a physiological disorder that can result from being exposed to a traumatic event. The disorder results in several different symptoms including anxiety, irritability, insomnia and flashbacks. The effects of post-traumatic stress disorder in someone’s life can be far reaching. Feelings of hopelessness, shame and despair, problems at work or with relationships, serious health…

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Acupuncture and PTSD

Acupuncture for PTSD

June 4, 2016

Acupuncture and PTSD PTSD “Post-traumatic stress disorder” is a physiological disorder that can result from being exposed to a traumatic event. The disorder results in several different symptoms including anxiety, irritability, insomnia and flashbacks. The effects of post-traumatic stress disorder in someone’s life can be far reaching. Feelings of hopelessness, shame and despair, problems at…

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NADA protocol for smoking cessation and PTSD

How the NADA protocol helps treat addiction

April 12, 2016

NADA, which stands for the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, was established in 1985 to promote the NADA protocol acupuncture treatment for addiction. The non-profit organization promotes advocacy and the use of a non-verbal, pharmaceutical free approach to behavioral health. The protocol uses five specific acupuncture points on the ear to treat addiction and to be…

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