Acupuncture & Massage Therapy Services

Rooted in science and medicine, acupuncture works well not only for treating problems such as injuries, pain, indigestion, headaches, stress, anxiety and insomnia; it’s also a great way to maintain your well being and prevent health problems. Acupuncture can even help you stave off a cold or speed your recovery from one.

Many of Desiree’s patients haven’t had acupuncture before, and she understands and respects patients who may have a fear of needles. She employs a gentle technique to allow your body to adjust to the needles before balancing the Qi. During your treatment session she incorporates non-needle therapeutics including fire cupping, tuning forks and massage therapy to enhance the acupuncture treatment so you leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

Details on Desiree’s range of services:

Acupuncture

Acupuncture Integrated Therapy

Acupuncture is an ancient healing art that has prevented and treated illness for over 3000 years.Your body is comprised of a network of complex energy pathways called meridians. Qi (pronounced chee) is the energy force that travels along these meridian pathways. All living things including plants, animals water and air have Qi. Acupuncture balances the Qi by activating the points located along the meridians. Maintaining the smooth flow of Qi throughout your body is essential not only for treating pain and illness but also for improving your total well-being.

Includes evaluation and treatment. Treatment may include fire cupping, moxabustion, tuning forks or massage therapy. Please allow 1-1/4 hour to 1-1/2 hour for your first visit and 1 hour for your follow up visits.

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture

Used as early as the Sung Dynasty (960AD-1270AD), Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a painless, non-surgical method of reducing the signs of the aging process and renewing your body from within. More than just a cosmetic procedure, the rejuvenation process helps your whole body look and feel better. A gentle, soothing facial massage follows the treatment.

Includes evaluation, treatment, plus soothing massage of face. Please allow 1-3/4 hour for your first visit and 1-1/2 hour for follow up visits.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is an important part of an overall wellness program. This ancient healing art releases muscular tension and allows your body to move more freely and has proven physical and emotional benefits. Therapeutic massage counters the destructive effects of stress while nourishing the skin, nerves and muscle tissue with greater circulation. Once considered a luxury, massage therapy has become a necessity for people trying to cope with fast-paced lives and maintain health and well-being.

Includes therapeutic combination of relaxation, myofascial release, deep tissue, tui na and acupressure techniques using organic gels, oils and essences. 1 hour and 1-1/2 hour sessions available.

Fire Cupping

Fire Cupping is an ancient therapy that has immediate health benefits. The healing effect is both energetic and physical. Using a negative pressure vacuum, specially designed glass cups are placed on acupuncture points along the back which correspond to the organ systems. This procedure is a powerful method to pull out toxins in your body.

Cupping promotes the circulation of Qi, blood and interstitial fluids in your muscle and skin tissues. Circulating your Qi is essential in maintaining your health and well-being. Cupping also loosens up your tight, sore muscles and fascia surrounding the muscle fibers which increases the range of motion and flexibility of the area.