Start Spring with a new habit!

Start Spring with a new habit!

Happy Spring! Spring is here, flowers are blooming and the world just feels brighter! It’s a time of growth and renewal. As the days grow longer, our bodies adjust to the seasonal change and you may notice that you are waking earlier. This is a great time to...
Importance of the Tongue in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Importance of the Tongue in Traditional Chinese Medicine

TCM Tongue Diagnosis Many people are surprised when asked to show their tongue during an acupuncture treatment so I thought I’d shed some light on it. The tongue is an incredibly important diagnostic tool in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The color, coating,...
TCM: Valuing the Ancient Art of Observation

TCM: Valuing the Ancient Art of Observation

“The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease. ” ~ Thomas Edison I have been in practice for well over ten years now and have learned so much about...
History and Concepts of Qi Gong – Video

History and Concepts of Qi Gong – Video

Here is a little video I made introducing the concepts of Qi Gong. It is 16 minutes long and covers some of the ideas that are important in Qi Gong practice and can really help you understand why the practice makes you feel so amazing!!
Happy Chinese New Year!

Happy Chinese New Year!

Happy ‘Year of the Horse’! The Chinese zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle. Each year in the cycle is named after an animal and associated with an element. The elements are earth, water, metal, fire and wood. In Traditional Chinese Medicine there is a...