My diagnostic and treatment approach is hands-on, deeply tactile, and results-oriented. 

I follow a four-phase intake process that drives toward health and healing. 

1) Listen: I listen to your story with reverent attention to every detail.

2) Question: Based on information provided, Q&A allow us to start to create solutions.

3) Physical Touch: The partner to Q&A, with a massage-like assessment I learn where your body holds tension and imbalance as well as your strength and vitality.

4) Solutions: Early direction for treatment is established and discussed.

Rather than relying solely on a points-based, symptom-to-treatment approach (Traditional Chinese Medicine – TCM) my practice is rooted in Classical Chinese (CCM) and Classical Japanese Medicine using touch-based diagnosis combined with tissue-based needling for superior results.

Everyone feels acupuncture differently. Some points cause little or no sensation, while others may feel like a quick pinch, a dull ache, or even relief—like your body saying, ‘thank you’. I also offer gentle, non-needle options such as acupressure, meridian massage, or press-tacs (painless acupuncture stickers). My approach is always mindful, responsive, and adapted to your comfort.

I wear a mask at every session as a universal precaution.  There have been zero in-office transmissions since the beginning of the pandemic. For patients with acute infections, I follow enhanced safety protocols.  This includes hospital-grade PPE and industrial-grade air filtration, so hands-on care can be provided safely while supporting recovery, immunity, and comfort.  

Therapies are chosen together based on your health history, current concerns, and what your body reveals through touch, movement, and other diagnostic assessments. If you have a therapy in mind, we start there, and your plan can evolve as your needs and goals change. This approach allows us to combine acupuncture, bodywork, intuitive somatic coaching, or herbal medicine in the way that best supports your unique situation.