What to Expect

Classical Five Element Acupuncture is rooted in the Daoist understanding that the human being is not separate from nature—but an expression of it. Our internal landscape is in constant dialogue with the world around us. Health, from this perspective, is not merely the absence of symptoms—it is harmony between body, mind, and spirit, each nourished in right proportion.

In this practice, I use ultra-fine, sterile, single-use needles to engage your essential life force—what the Chinese call qi. Through careful manipulation of this vital energy within the cellular matrix, I support the body’s innate capacity to heal on all levels: physical, emotional, and spiritual.

Unlike many contemporary forms of acupuncture, Classical Five Element Acupuncture is not protocol-driven. It is deeply relational. I remain present with you throughout the entire treatment, allowing for a therapeutic space where your narrative can unfold organically and be witnessed fully. This time together invites a dynamic process—where healing arises not only through technique, but through presence, attunement, and intention.

Each session includes:

• A comprehensive psycho-emotional and physiological assessment

• Classical pulse diagnosis

• Energetic block clearing (including Akabane, Possession, Entry/Exit and Husband/Wife imbalances)

• Moxibustion and/or other classical adjunct therapies as needed

This is not a transactional experience. It is a sacred encounter—one that honors the whole of who you are. The medicine meets you where you are, and over time, helps return you to who you’ve always been