Qi is the intangible and ethereal foundation of life; it has been called the breath of life, universal life force, or most simply, energy. In the body, qi is thought to travel within energetic channels or meridians. Just as rivers carry water, these channels carry qi throughout the body, offering nourishment and support for all of its functioning. Fine needles are inserted at specific points along these channels in order to influence the flow and supply of qi and improve health. Over 2000 years ago over 1000 of these acupoints were mapped on the body and only in the last few decades has the field of quantum physics and electromagnetic research proven their existence. Acupuncture needle insertion is practically painless and has been considered for decades by the Chinese as a “painless procedure”. In some cases, you will not know the needles are in, and in others there may be tingling, warmth, or heaviness or a feeling of the qi moving up and down the meridians.
Services
Acupuncture
To fully achieve disease prevention, Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM, addresses the subtle, energetic precursors of disease and considers the non-physical influence of mind and spirit. Without this holistic view, there is little foresight as to where the body is headed until it is too late. The founders of TCM believed that by following the physical, dietary and lifestyle principles that they set forth, a person could attain long-term health, and even possibly, immortality.
Safe • Affordable • Effective • Minimally invasive
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine is the main modality within TCM. Custom-written, whole-herb-based formulas contain their own checks and balances, thereby minimizing side effects. In their traditional application, herbal formulas are steeped for hours and ingested as a tea over a period of months. The teas tend to taste bitter and are malodorous because they are made mostly from roots and barks where the strongest medicinals are found. Tinctures, pills and powders are commonly used as a more compliant, however less potent alternative. The effects of TCM herbal medicine tends to be more gradual than the conventional pharmaceutical, but gentler on the body. While TCM's mild nature may render it ineffective in emergency situations, it may be the ideal choice for the treatment of chronic illness and prevention of disease.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is the burning of moxa, an herb commonly known as mugwort. Moxibustion therapy is occasionally used in place of needling to achieve a similar effect, but when used in combination, it has the added effect of warming and nourishing. The herb can be applied indirectly or directly to the body surface; with careful supervision there is no risk of burning.
Nutritional Counseling
Using the dietary principles of Chinese medicine, Brielle can recommend foods and supplements that best suit the condition and individual pattern. Whole food and vegetarian supplements are available.
Tui Na
Chinese medical massage closely resembles conventional western massage, but utilizes the meridians and acupoints for therapeutic relief. It includes gliding (known as effleurage or Tui), kneading (petrissage or Nie), percussion (tapotement or Da), friction, pulling, rotation, rocking, vibration, and shaking. Despite the similarities, the intent of Tui Na is more specifically therapeutic than the simple relaxation of a Swedish-style massage.
Facial Rejuvenation
Individualized acupuncture treatments that target the more than 56 muscles of the face are used to tone flaccidity and relax contraction that lead to small wrinkles and fluid retention. Facial acupuncture is thought to increase microcirculation, promote oxygenation of soft tissue and restore the supple and bright complexion of youth. Best results are achieved in 10 visits within 5 weeks.
Massage
Our certified massage therapist, Aundrea Dennis, graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2011 with an Associates Degree in Massage Therapy from DeAnza College. She completed more then 1,000 hours in the massage degree curriculum and is also certified in Pregnancy Massage to work with women during pregnancy, during labor and post pregnancy. Her specialties include Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Sports Massage and Neck and Shoulder work. She has an inherent ability to tune into the areas where most work is needed. If you have postural concerns, chronic muscle tightness or soreness from athletic endeavors, she may be able to help! She has been active in the nutrition and fitness industry for more then 20 years.
She also truly enjoys the Mind, Body and Spirit side of Massage and has been Reiki initiated for more then 15 years. Cranial Sacral work and Shiatsu Massage work wonderfully to balance and facilitate overall wellness. She looks forward to working with you for your supreme health!
Reiki and Mediumship
Energy healing work is Lori Shen’s primary modality. In these unique sessions she combines intuitive abilities such as medium communication, clairvoyance, and clairsentience, with practical techniques from her background as a Reiki master, a clinical hypnotherapist and a counselor.
We are all energetic beings, and energy medicine truly affects change on all levels – body, mind and spirit. In an energy healing session Lori is able to see and feel your chakras and energy field, while receiving intuitive information about your well-being. During this gentle and relaxing experience, she will teach you about your own energy system, and share the insights received throughout your session.
Lori works with your chakras and layers of your energy field to harmonize your body’s energy. This helps to clear blocked and stagnant energy which can manifest as “dis-ease” or problems on the physical level, bringing your energy field back into its naturally beautiful, bright and strong state.
Sessions take place in a private tranquil setting on a massage table and your session will be recorded for you.
Facial Treatments by Resident Esthtetician
Cybele Pelcher, Registered Nurse and Licensed Esthtetician, has over 22 years of experience working in dermatology with a wide range of patients’ skin concerns, from acne and chronic picking to psoriasis and excema, and aging and skin cancer to botox and lasers treatments. She encourages her patients to see their skin as part of the whole, affected by lifestyle choices, the environment, and other biopsychosocial aspects. Utilizing facial treatments, natural skin care products, various relaxation techniques and informed guidance, Cybele will help you to address the issues affecting your skin. Experience the facial treatment that is more than skin deep.
Clarifying Facial Treatment-
This treatment is integral to restoring a healthy, radiant complexion. Aromatherapy compresses warm the skin before cleansing. Herbal steam softens and opens pores in preparation for the chosen mask: the clay mask exfoliates while other masks can soothe or rejuvenate the skin. We will select the best one for you. Gentle massage of the shoulders and neck relaxes the tension of the day. An appropriate day cream completes this effective treatment. Your skin feels soothed, purified and radiant. More extensive extraction is available with your facial. Additional charge is $20. Ask if this is appropriate for you.
60 minutes. $110
Classic Dr. Hauschka Facial Treatment-
The Classic Treatment begins with deep relaxation: a warm sage footbath and gentle stretching movements for the neck, arms and feet. Lavender-infused compresses begin your holistic facial that includes cleansing and two mask treatments to nourish, nurture and renew. Lymphatic stimulation is performed with soft brushes, along with shoulder and neck massage to stimulate the skin's natural balancing and regenerative impulses. The result is a radiant complexion and a remarkable feeling of lightness and inner balance. This is an ideal treatment if you are seeking true relaxation and visible transformation.
2 Hours. $200