Now that we’re more than half way through winter, how are you? Winter is the most yin time of the year with its darker, colder and shorter days, and it is the most ideal time to lay low and nourish yourself.

Chinese Medicine offers an opportunity to improve your mental and physical health and to help you understand how your physical and emotional symptoms are related.

The year of the Wood Dragon began February 10th. While the past several years have had a heavy reflection of Water, representing introspection, depth and wisdom, the year of the Wood Dragon entices us to put these philosophies, desires, areas for growth and moments of healing into action!

Sleep is so important for your mental and physical health - it’s the time for your body and spirit to cleanse, heal and recharge. When we can return to a state of yin and stillness, we prepare ourselves for balanced vitality and strength during the yang of day.

Did you know that Sarah Welch accepts United Healthcare? If you would like use your benefits for acupuncture, please provide insurance information to determine eligibility before appointment.

Because it calms the mind, eases anxiety, and allows for deep relaxation, Yin Tang also happens to be the most requested acupuncture point by patients!

The Yin energy of winter is a great time to pause, self reflect, and slow down. Yin energy represents rest and more inward energy. It’s important to take some time to rest and look inward during this time.

In Chinese Medicine, we pay close attention to the way the seasons impact our health, as our bodies and minds reflect the world around us. If you tend to feel down this time of year, we can help! Check out our top tips to beat the winter blues.

Right now, we are in the best season to reflect on our health, conserve our energy, and build our strength. Support your mind, body and spirit with these ideas for self-care this season.

Microneedling is performed using a handheld, drum- or pen-shaped device, electrically powered, with tiny needles that make precise, microscopic punctures in the skin. This treatment stimulates the production of collagen and addresses skin conditions such as wrinkles and fine lines, acne, enlarged pores, and dark spots.

Right now, we are in the best season to reflect on our health, conserve our energy, and build our strength. Check out the principles of a winter diet and some of our favorite foods to include this season.

Returning to normalcy after the holidays can seem almost impossible. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s totally normal! Check out these 6 simple tips to help you reset and feel your best after the holidays

Thank you for an amazing year! Check out some of our favorite ways to welcome inspiration, tune into the magic of this season and bring in the New Year with beauty, light, awareness & ritual.

As 2023 comes to an end and you’re starting to think about intentions and goals for 2024, we encourage you to take some time with this simple ritual to reflect on all that you learned over the past year.

Chinese Medicine is rooted in nature. Winter, the most yin time of year, gives us the chance to slow down, turn inwards, be introspective, and heal ourselves by nourishing with deep rest, food and meditation.

In an acupuncture clinic, you may notice an earthy, smoky smell coming from the treatment rooms. This smell is produced by a process called moxibustion (often called Moxa), where an herb called mugwort (ai ye) is burned either directly or indirectly on the skin to provide warmth and other therapeutic benefits.

Fall and Winter are the perfect time of year to give your skin some extra love! Microneedling stimulates the production of collagen and addresses skin conditions such as wrinkles and fine lines, acne, enlarged pores, and dark spots. It can even help with hair restoration!

December Community Appreciation - Teachers + School Staff! As a way to support their health and well-being, we are so excited to offer half-off Initial Acupuncture, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture and Health Coaching appointments.

Pork and fennel spark Fall vibes - pork nourishes yin while fennel is aromatic, warming, and its unique taste arouses inspiration. This dish is cozy and nourishing for the Fall season and creates a great opportunity to use whatever veggies you have available.

Libby is back from Europe and will start seeing patients for NST on Saturday, December 2nd! Learn more about NST and find out how to have your mind and body to feeling their best.