Health Professionals near Melrose, MA

We live in a challenging time in regards to food, nutrition and body image. We are submerged in nutrition myths, quick fix diets and “perfect” bodies on social media. We feel immense pressure to change our bodies, and work tirelessly to eat and move in a way that will do just that, only to find ourselves defeated, exhausted, and back where we started. Over time, we forget that eating and movement should be pleasurable and nourishing.

At Dear Nutrition we specialize in digestive health and eating disorders and have a particular interest in how the two intersect. For clients struggling with digestive issues, we help make changes to overcome pain and discomfort from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), bloating, GERD/reflux, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, ulcerative colitis, gastroparesis, and other GI-related conditions.

Does food feel like more of an enemy than a friend? Are you confused and stressed about what to eat, when to eat, how much to eat? Do you fear foods, obsess over calories and labels, or worry about how foods affect your appearance? You are not alone. In our current world, information overload on how to feed yourself and options for food are overwhelming leaving people lost on how to nourish themselves and their families.

As a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Traditional Chinese Medicine allows me the flexibility to treat each patient as an individual, creating treatment plans that are specific to their physical and emotional well-being. It is my goal to work collaboratively with each of my patients to help them achieve and maintain their health and wellness goals.

"Five Element acupuncture is the foundation and backbone of my practice. This is an elegant and beautiful system of medicine that helps people heal and maintain balance at a deep level. Each person has an innate healing ability. By listening and gathering information about a person's life I can help to stimulate their own healing potential and guide them towards balance and health. I also encourage lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. In addition to Five Element acupuncture I incorporate Dr Tan's Balance Method and Zero Balancing, a type of bodywork, which balances body energy and structure through touch.

I am a Registered Dietitian focused on applying integrative and functional nutrition models, which examine the root cause of issues rather than just addressing the symptoms. I love to help people feel their best and have a special interest in GI health and mental health (depression & anxiety). I strive to motivate individuals on their health journey and enjoy facilitating an understanding and practical application of nutrition science.

I started massage as a way to facilitate person healing and growth through helping others. I help people everyday who have been to therapist after therapist but they never went to a neuromuscular therapist. As a NMT I’ve had extensive training in Anatomy, and have a much more advanced understanding of what causes myofascial pain, where it comes from and how to get it under control than a therapist that isn’t one. Let me help you. I also use muscle rubs that have essential oils, CBD and herbs that aid in decreasing inflammation naturally. Come experience my Neuromuscular fusion massage catered to your needs and dysfunction.

I became interested in natural healing techniques a long time ago. Considering the potential side effects of medicines commonly prescribed, I thought it worthwhile to study alternative methods of healing. Initially, I trained in Shiatsu and Massage Therapy, I graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture in 1984. My post-graduate studies involved extensive training in Chinese Herbal Medicine.

Frustrated trying to lose weight? Feeling tired, confused, overwhelmed, brain fog or want to get off medications? Need to lower your blood sugar/pressure/cholesterol? Hungry all the time? Unsure of your food choices? Do you want to feel better in your clothes? Are you suffering from GI distress? Do you want to be healthier? These are some of the reasons clients work with me.

I'm particularly good at educating my patients, about their current health conditions, and about treatment and prevention. I came into medicine strongly influenced by the women's self-care movement of the '70; I believe health care can be about giving people control over their bodies and their lives. While homeopathy is only one of the modalities I use, the skills needed to be a good homeopath, deeply understanding a patient, serve me (and my patients) well in whatever form of treatment we choose.

At Tai Chi Acupuncture & Wellness Center our goal is to create healthier and happier people by providing quality care and alternative healing therapies to those in need. While there will always be a place for Western Medicine, we take a different approach to health and wellness. Our programs, classes and treatments focus on bringing balance to mind, body, and spirit. Our bodies are amazing vehicles, and we are just beginning to understand their full capacities. Our intention is to teach others that the path to a happy and healthy life lies within each and every one of us.

Are you looking to create a balanced and realistic relationship with food and body image? Perhaps you are wanting to heal your body, mind, and spirit from disordered eating and exercise patterns?

I have over 20 years of experience in clinical practice of acupuncture/herbal medicine/nutrition in China, Canada & USA. I treat many patients with problems, but are not exclusive to, of infertility, cancer recovery, autism, women health, pain care, anxiety issues, neurological/psychological issues such as Parkinson's Disease and other various medical conditions. Some of my patients are health care professionals who practice at the renowned Massachusetts General, Brigham & Women's Hospital, Children Hospital of Boston, Boston Medical Center... I specialize in Infertility, Cancer recovery, Autism, Women's Health, Pain Relief...

Are you DONE with feeling tired and inflamed? Do you eat relatively healthy but something is not working for you, and you can't figure it out? Using a holistic and functional nutrition approach, I help people to reverse and heal their gut issues naturally (using food and herbal medicine) so you may enjoy a more vibrant, empowered life!

Michelle was a licensed Occupational therapist(OT) in Taiwan, where she provided occupational therapy services for a 50-bed, specialized chronic-care hospital, Taipei Guandu Hospital, assessed patients' rehabilitative needs, jointly developed patient care plans and treatment goals, and conducted occupational-prescribed OT programs for medically complex patients including those who have had strokes, spinal cord injuries, hand injuries (fracture, soft tissue such as Tennis Elbows, to nerve neuropathies such as Cubital Tunnel Syndrome/ Carpal Tunnel Syndrome).

Our practice specializes in weight loss, cardiometabolic health, prenatal and postpartum health, family nutrition, skin health, hormone health, gut health, food sensitivities and workplace wellness My past clients will tell you that a lot of the work you do with me comes in-between sessions. There's a lot of accountability check-ins and coaching so you feel as though you have a strategic partner in your health journey.

At Tai Chi Acupuncture & Wellness Center our goal is to create healthier and happier people by providing quality care and alternative healing therapies to those in need. While there will always be a place for Western Medicine, we take a different approach to health and wellness. Our programs, classes and treatments focus on bringing balance to mind, body, and spirit. Our bodies are amazing vehicles, and we are just beginning to understand their full capacities. Our intention is to teach others that the path to a happy and healthy life lies within each and every one of us.

Welcome to my acupuncture clinic, where I offer a variety of treatments for your health and wellness. Originating in China more than 2,500 years ago, acupuncture and that base on Traditional Chinese Medicine theory is currently one of the most thoroughly researched, practiced, and respected forms of complementary medicine available anywhere. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs are ancient healing arts that involves on the Qi flow or energy flow and restore balance. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can help with many conditions, such as pain, stress, anxiety, insomnia, allergies, digestive issues, fertility, and more.

What brought you here today? Did you or a family member receive a new diagnosis? The words hypertension, diabetes, failure to thrive, “overweight,” can be alarming. Maybe the last diet failed you and you’re looking for some permanent peace with food? Perhaps you are bombarded with information about eating and have no idea what to believe or how to make sense of it all. Every food decision is a stressor and, well, is that what they mean by “wellness”? We don’t think so. Our team of experienced dietitians work to provide peace around food. Making eating easy, because life is complicated enough.