I am a science nerd with a crush on hope and beauty. I started off with a Physical Therapy degree way back when, and enjoyed doing that for awhile. Then some career upheaval sent me off to acupuncture school without having really thought things through. Fortunately, I completely love it! I've lived in the St Johns neighborhood of Portland since 1999, and have been blessed to be the proprietor of Peninsula Family Acupuncture since 2003.
I am certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology by the NCCAOM, and licensed by the state of Oregon in Acupuncture and Physical Therapy. I love science, and puzzles, and magic, and people. My practice allows me to indulge in all those things every day! When I'm not working, I tend to the way too many animals I have, plan far off travels, lie on the couch while neglecting chores, and comb the internet for meaty tidbits about medical advances.
Patients are best served by having a team of providers to treat them. My medicine works great for a lot of things, but you still need your doctor.
I am certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology by the NCCAOM, and licensed by the state of Oregon in Acupuncture and Physical Therapy. I love science, and puzzles, and magic, and people. My practice allows me to indulge in all those things every day! When I'm not working, I tend to the way too many animals I have, plan far off travels, lie on the couch while neglecting chores, and comb the internet for meaty tidbits about medical advances.
Patients are best served by having a team of providers to treat them. My medicine works great for a lot of things, but you still need your doctor.
Services
Sore shoulder, aching back, stiff neck, headaches, seasonal allergies, menstrual cramps, mental health, acid reflux, insomnia, arthritis.
Now before you click away, know they are totally different from what you are picturing.
See that photo up there?
That's an actual acupuncture needle.
See how tiny it is?
You'll know I put it in, but it shouldn't bother you after that.
I'll put some of those in you, here and there, mostly arms and legs and belly, and chances are, you will feel better!
Acupuncture is pretty amazing, really.
Now before you click away, know they are totally different from what you are picturing.
See that photo up there?
That's an actual acupuncture needle.
See how tiny it is?
You'll know I put it in, but it shouldn't bother you after that.
I'll put some of those in you, here and there, mostly arms and legs and belly, and chances are, you will feel better!
Acupuncture is pretty amazing, really.
Tummy aches, allergies, arthritis, fatigue, infertility, bowel troubles, and so many more things can be a sure sign some plant medicine is needed.
Ah, the plants!
Beautiful, potent, helpful plants!
This entire planet is populated with helpful things!
Chinese herbal medicine has evolved over the millennia into a sophisticated application of plant and animal stuffs for the treatment of human disease.
Do they taste terrible?
Generally, yes!
But we do have some medicines available in pills, and really, a little honey in the tea makes a difference.
Ah, the plants!
Beautiful, potent, helpful plants!
This entire planet is populated with helpful things!
Chinese herbal medicine has evolved over the millennia into a sophisticated application of plant and animal stuffs for the treatment of human disease.
Do they taste terrible?
Generally, yes!
But we do have some medicines available in pills, and really, a little honey in the tea makes a difference.
Did someone say massage?
Not just any massage!
A fantastic shiatsu massage!
Shiatsu is massage therapy from Japan.
It uses the same principles that are used in acupuncture, but instead of working the body with needles, we work with hands.
The energy flow is encouraged and manipulated with thumb and finger pressure to leave you feeling relaxed, alert, and well.
Some things I really appreciate about the kind of shiatsu I do are first, we treat the whole body every time.
You shouldn't leave feeling like something was left undone.
Not just any massage!
A fantastic shiatsu massage!
Shiatsu is massage therapy from Japan.
It uses the same principles that are used in acupuncture, but instead of working the body with needles, we work with hands.
The energy flow is encouraged and manipulated with thumb and finger pressure to leave you feeling relaxed, alert, and well.
Some things I really appreciate about the kind of shiatsu I do are first, we treat the whole body every time.
You shouldn't leave feeling like something was left undone.
SIGH! Facial rejuvenation is not available right now due to pandemic restrictions.
Someday!
I am very pleased to offer Kitagawa-style acupuncture for facial rejuvenation!
What is acupuncture for facial rejuvenation (AFR)?
It is using acupuncture to treat wrinkles, sagging skin, and other signs of aging in the face.
Age-related changes in the skin of the face are the result of many factors, including genetics, skin type, lifestyle, environmental exposure, and skin care.
Acupuncture can be a great tool to help your face look its best.
Someday!
I am very pleased to offer Kitagawa-style acupuncture for facial rejuvenation!
What is acupuncture for facial rejuvenation (AFR)?
It is using acupuncture to treat wrinkles, sagging skin, and other signs of aging in the face.
Age-related changes in the skin of the face are the result of many factors, including genetics, skin type, lifestyle, environmental exposure, and skin care.
Acupuncture can be a great tool to help your face look its best.
Treatment costs vary, depending on the service you choose and whether you have insurance coverage for your care.
If you have insurance, your costs will depend on the terms of your coverage, as well as the specific therapies billed.
While none of us knows exactly how much everything will cost until the insurance company actually processes the claim, if I am familiar with your plan, I can generally give you a pretty good estimate.
If you are paying out of your own pocket, estimating costs becomes much easier.
If you have insurance, your costs will depend on the terms of your coverage, as well as the specific therapies billed.
While none of us knows exactly how much everything will cost until the insurance company actually processes the claim, if I am familiar with your plan, I can generally give you a pretty good estimate.
If you are paying out of your own pocket, estimating costs becomes much easier.
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