Acupuncturists in Pearl River, NY
Hello, My name is Yoonyoung and I am a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture is based on the idea that a patient’s pain or illness is caused by interruption to the flow of Qi (one’s life energy) in the body. Acupuncture identifies the specific points on the body that corresponds to the condition (acupuncture points) and uses special needles to stimulate those points so that the patient can regain the healthy flow of Qi. As a Chinese medicine practitioner, I view any illness in the context of the whole person. My treatment goes beyond the obvious symptom to the root cause of the illness.
Hello, My name is Yoonyoung and I am a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture is based on the idea that a patient’s pain or illness is caused by interruption to the flow of Qi (one’s life energy) in the body. Acupuncture identifies the specific points on the body that corresponds to the condition (acupuncture points) and uses special needles to stimulate those points so that the patient can regain the healthy flow of Qi. As a Chinese medicine practitioner, I view any illness in the context of the whole person. My treatment goes beyond the obvious symptom to the root cause of the illness.
I believe that health is a manifestation of balance, both within the body itself and between the body and the external environment. When the body is internally balanced and in harmony with the external environment, energy flows smoothly throughout to nourish all organs and tissues. By adjusting and stimulating the flow of energy through acupuncture, we stimulate the body's natural healing ability to maintain health and protect against disease.
I believe that health is a manifestation of balance, both within the body itself and between the body and the external environment. When the body is internally balanced and in harmony with the external environment, energy flows smoothly throughout to nourish all organs and tissues. By adjusting and stimulating the flow of energy through acupuncture, we stimulate the body's natural healing ability to maintain health and protect against disease.
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At Matthew Berg Acupuncture in Great Barrington, we offer Chinese Medicine which consists of Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Therapy, Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, and Asian Bodywork modalities. Our Licensed Acupuncturists work to guide you along your path to balanced health and healing in a quiet, relaxed setting. Our goal is to empower you with the innate strength available in each of us through a series of rejuvenating treatments tailored to each individual patient who enters our office. We are General Practitioners, we welcome all age groups, all levels of health, all whom strive for wellness.
At Matthew Berg Acupuncture in Great Barrington, we offer Chinese Medicine which consists of Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Therapy, Moxibustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, and Asian Bodywork modalities. Our Licensed Acupuncturists work to guide you along your path to balanced health and healing in a quiet, relaxed setting. Our goal is to empower you with the innate strength available in each of us through a series of rejuvenating treatments tailored to each individual patient who enters our office. We are General Practitioners, we welcome all age groups, all levels of health, all whom strive for wellness.
Weihong Shu , takes a patient- centered approach, and try to assist the clients in reaching a balance between their mind , body and spirt .
Weihong Shu , takes a patient- centered approach, and try to assist the clients in reaching a balance between their mind , body and spirt .
I am a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac), and a Certified Herbal Specialist, who had followed my family's medical tradition. My father is a Neurologist who successfully integrated Chinese Medicine into his primary practice. I also had the honor of training with Dr. Jeffrey Yuen, the 88th generation Taoist Priest, an expert in School of Classical Chinese Medicine, also called "Extraordinary Vessels". This ancient yet relevant and sophisticated system addresses patient's maladies with a personalized approach .This allows not only to get the best results, but caters to any special needs of the patient.
I am a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac), and a Certified Herbal Specialist, who had followed my family's medical tradition. My father is a Neurologist who successfully integrated Chinese Medicine into his primary practice. I also had the honor of training with Dr. Jeffrey Yuen, the 88th generation Taoist Priest, an expert in School of Classical Chinese Medicine, also called "Extraordinary Vessels". This ancient yet relevant and sophisticated system addresses patient's maladies with a personalized approach .This allows not only to get the best results, but caters to any special needs of the patient.
Dr. Nathalie Guillaume, DAOM, L.Ac is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist specializing in pain management, oncology and medical qigong. She has done clinical rotations in China where she received advanced training at Long Hua Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Shanghai and Sichuan Integrative Eastern and Western Hospital in Chengdu. Her experience in yoga and dance has influenced her interest in a mindfulness approach to the clinical practice using exercise as medicine.
Dr. Nathalie Guillaume, DAOM, L.Ac is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist specializing in pain management, oncology and medical qigong. She has done clinical rotations in China where she received advanced training at Long Hua Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Shanghai and Sichuan Integrative Eastern and Western Hospital in Chengdu. Her experience in yoga and dance has influenced her interest in a mindfulness approach to the clinical practice using exercise as medicine.
Acupuncture can effectively provide pain management and relief, even when conventional treatment methods have been unsuccessful. Individuals suffering from chronic conditions, such as ongoing back pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, arthritis, and recurring migraines, as well as those seeking treatment for relatively new injuries can all benefit from acupuncture treatments at our caring hands acupuncture clinic
Acupuncture can effectively provide pain management and relief, even when conventional treatment methods have been unsuccessful. Individuals suffering from chronic conditions, such as ongoing back pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, arthritis, and recurring migraines, as well as those seeking treatment for relatively new injuries can all benefit from acupuncture treatments at our caring hands acupuncture clinic
Amelia E. Jones is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College and Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. A nationally recognized, board certified acupuncturist and herbologist with years of healing experience, she successfully treats her patients by drawing upon her wealth of knowledge in a number of complimentary modalities. Always treating the individual, and not just their diagnosis, her holistic approach to health maintenance brings out the best in her patients and, if they so desire, empowers them to take charge of their health.
Amelia E. Jones is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College and Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. A nationally recognized, board certified acupuncturist and herbologist with years of healing experience, she successfully treats her patients by drawing upon her wealth of knowledge in a number of complimentary modalities. Always treating the individual, and not just their diagnosis, her holistic approach to health maintenance brings out the best in her patients and, if they so desire, empowers them to take charge of their health.
For the past 23+ years, I am a NY State Licensed Acupuncturist & Board Certified Diplomate in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology with convenient practice locations in Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York. My goal is to work synergistically with patients in their healing process while educating them in health awareness. I educate patients on how stress, emotions, nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle factors affect their health and well being. This approach allows my patients to take greater control and responsibility over their health, ultimately leading to healthier and happier lives-physically, emotionally & spiritually.
For the past 23+ years, I am a NY State Licensed Acupuncturist & Board Certified Diplomate in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology with convenient practice locations in Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York. My goal is to work synergistically with patients in their healing process while educating them in health awareness. I educate patients on how stress, emotions, nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle factors affect their health and well being. This approach allows my patients to take greater control and responsibility over their health, ultimately leading to healthier and happier lives-physically, emotionally & spiritually.
Acupuncture is a wonderful modality to reduce stress, treat depression, lessen pain and conquer dis-ease. My treatments bring mind, body and spirit into a comfortable balance to enable the body to heal. I address each patient's situation individually, allowing adequate time to fully address their needs. My patient's comfort during their treatment is my highest priority.
Acupuncture is a wonderful modality to reduce stress, treat depression, lessen pain and conquer dis-ease. My treatments bring mind, body and spirit into a comfortable balance to enable the body to heal. I address each patient's situation individually, allowing adequate time to fully address their needs. My patient's comfort during their treatment is my highest priority.
Welcome! Although I'm a sleep specialist, I also treat anxiety, pain and cravings without the use of meds. Since 1995 I have been a NY State licensed Acupuncturist, herbalist and hypnotherapist. The goal? To help your regain your innate power to heal,. That's why I wrote my best-selling Amazon book, Rewired for Sleep: the 28-Day Insomnia Program. The feedback on the book has been generous, and humbling. It helps most patients that I accept most insurance, and that I am happy to do consultations, time permitting. Located Mid-town NYC.
Welcome! Although I'm a sleep specialist, I also treat anxiety, pain and cravings without the use of meds. Since 1995 I have been a NY State licensed Acupuncturist, herbalist and hypnotherapist. The goal? To help your regain your innate power to heal,. That's why I wrote my best-selling Amazon book, Rewired for Sleep: the 28-Day Insomnia Program. The feedback on the book has been generous, and humbling. It helps most patients that I accept most insurance, and that I am happy to do consultations, time permitting. Located Mid-town NYC.
This physical medicine is life changing. Chris LAc, Dipl OM, MSTOM, BS, goes beyond acupuncture and herbal remedies, to life transformative treatments and sessions. Chris understands and will treat your injury, your pain, your internal physiology, and will facilitate your metabolic healing and rejuvenation, connecting your physical body and higher consciousness. Having 11 years of continuous private practice, and established great relationships with his clients and patients, Chris is ready to meet and work with you uniquely. He works with all ages and demographics and works with any medically diagnosable condition, or lack of for th
This physical medicine is life changing. Chris LAc, Dipl OM, MSTOM, BS, goes beyond acupuncture and herbal remedies, to life transformative treatments and sessions. Chris understands and will treat your injury, your pain, your internal physiology, and will facilitate your metabolic healing and rejuvenation, connecting your physical body and higher consciousness. Having 11 years of continuous private practice, and established great relationships with his clients and patients, Chris is ready to meet and work with you uniquely. He works with all ages and demographics and works with any medically diagnosable condition, or lack of for th
Our office provide a unique, alternative approach to holistic healing. We use bio-energy screening tests to detect disorders. We use and teach healing based on the primary holistic schools.
Our office provide a unique, alternative approach to holistic healing. We use bio-energy screening tests to detect disorders. We use and teach healing based on the primary holistic schools.
Dr. Mei has done medical school in China. Her training also includes an internship at Nankai Hospital (the first hospital in China with an integrated program of eastern-western medicine), residency training in pediatric and rehabilitation, Doctoral Degree in Acupuncture from Pacific College of Health and Science, Master’s Degrees in Food Science from University of Arkansas and Public Health from Columbia University. She is also an adjunct faculty in Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, teaching Master’s and Doctoral level courses. She currently holds hospital privileges at St Vincent’s Medical Center, Hartford Healthcare.
Dr. Mei has done medical school in China. Her training also includes an internship at Nankai Hospital (the first hospital in China with an integrated program of eastern-western medicine), residency training in pediatric and rehabilitation, Doctoral Degree in Acupuncture from Pacific College of Health and Science, Master’s Degrees in Food Science from University of Arkansas and Public Health from Columbia University. She is also an adjunct faculty in Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, teaching Master’s and Doctoral level courses. She currently holds hospital privileges at St Vincent’s Medical Center, Hartford Healthcare.
I am an accomplished alternative healthcare professional, with 30 years of hands on experience. I am passionate about acupuncture because of what it has done for me personally, and the positive results that I have witnessed for my patients. It is important to me to provide a treatment plan that is unique to you, and supports your health goals. Generally, results are experienced after 3 treatments. At that time we will re-evaluate and determine which course of action is best. Laurie Velez, LMT is available for massage therapy, Sebina Usic for facials. You can book them direct on my website Lisavitale.net
I am an accomplished alternative healthcare professional, with 30 years of hands on experience. I am passionate about acupuncture because of what it has done for me personally, and the positive results that I have witnessed for my patients. It is important to me to provide a treatment plan that is unique to you, and supports your health goals. Generally, results are experienced after 3 treatments. At that time we will re-evaluate and determine which course of action is best. Laurie Velez, LMT is available for massage therapy, Sebina Usic for facials. You can book them direct on my website Lisavitale.net
Give yourself the peace-of-mind by getting medical services through functional medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. I am a board-certified Alternative Medicine Practitioner. I use multiple systems of medicine, using a functional and integrative approach to get to the root cause of your symptoms. I will customize a healing therapy that will provide an adequate diagnostic process through over 30 different types of lab work that will be offered to our patients. My focus will be to find the right answer to your healing journey.
Give yourself the peace-of-mind by getting medical services through functional medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. I am a board-certified Alternative Medicine Practitioner. I use multiple systems of medicine, using a functional and integrative approach to get to the root cause of your symptoms. I will customize a healing therapy that will provide an adequate diagnostic process through over 30 different types of lab work that will be offered to our patients. My focus will be to find the right answer to your healing journey.
Over 21 years of clinical experience providing various styles of acupuncture, including Esoteric acupuncture, Balance Method Acupuncture, German Auricular Acupuncture, AcuNova Acupuncture, Yamomoto Scalp Acupuncture and other styles as well as Chinese herbs, aromatherapy for acute and chronic conditions. During each acupuncture session, few drops of 100% pure grade essential oils are applied on acupuncture points depending on a condition. The unique efficacy of essential oils strengthens acupuncture treatment, providing total relaxation and rejuvenation felt immediately after the treatment.
Over 21 years of clinical experience providing various styles of acupuncture, including Esoteric acupuncture, Balance Method Acupuncture, German Auricular Acupuncture, AcuNova Acupuncture, Yamomoto Scalp Acupuncture and other styles as well as Chinese herbs, aromatherapy for acute and chronic conditions. During each acupuncture session, few drops of 100% pure grade essential oils are applied on acupuncture points depending on a condition. The unique efficacy of essential oils strengthens acupuncture treatment, providing total relaxation and rejuvenation felt immediately after the treatment.
Xiao Jun Amy Li possesses over 25 years of experience practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in China and in the United States. She studied in TCM of Guangzhou, China.She is trained in the special painless technique of acupuncture and herbal medicine. Dr. Li worked at Taishan TCM Hospital Acupuncture Unit and treated thousands of patients with a multitude of conditions and illnesses with positive results.
Xiao Jun Amy Li possesses over 25 years of experience practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in China and in the United States. She studied in TCM of Guangzhou, China.She is trained in the special painless technique of acupuncture and herbal medicine. Dr. Li worked at Taishan TCM Hospital Acupuncture Unit and treated thousands of patients with a multitude of conditions and illnesses with positive results.
As part of her doctoral training in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Olivia engaged in advanced coursework in biomedicine, complementary medicine, and collaborative care. She has written papers exploring the intersection of Eastern and Western approaches to health, and she remains committed to evidence-informed practice. Her academic work focuses on how integrative medicine can bridge gaps in patient care, especially for those with complex or chronic conditions.
As part of her doctoral training in Integrative Medicine, Dr. Olivia engaged in advanced coursework in biomedicine, complementary medicine, and collaborative care. She has written papers exploring the intersection of Eastern and Western approaches to health, and she remains committed to evidence-informed practice. Her academic work focuses on how integrative medicine can bridge gaps in patient care, especially for those with complex or chronic conditions.
FAQs - About Acupuncture
How can I find an acupuncturist in Pearl River?
To find an acupuncturist near you, enter your city, town, suburb, ZIP code, or the provider's name into the search bar at the top of the page. You can then filter results by provider specialty, treatment technique or style, and even gender to find an acupuncturist who best matches your needs.
When viewing an acupuncturist’s profile, take note of key details such as session costs, their area of specialty, treatment techniques, and location to determine if they’re a good fit. If a provider seems promising, you can reach out via email or phone using the contact information on their profile. During the conversation, assess your comfort level and their expertise in addressing your specific concerns. It’s also a good opportunity to ask about their overall approach to care and confirm any relevant acupuncture credentials they hold.
When viewing an acupuncturist’s profile, take note of key details such as session costs, their area of specialty, treatment techniques, and location to determine if they’re a good fit. If a provider seems promising, you can reach out via email or phone using the contact information on their profile. During the conversation, assess your comfort level and their expertise in addressing your specific concerns. It’s also a good opportunity to ask about their overall approach to care and confirm any relevant acupuncture credentials they hold.
What can acupuncture help with?
Acupuncture is most commonly used to treat chronic pain, including pain caused by physical injuries, arthritis, or migraines. It may also help with autoimmune conditions, nausea, digestive issues, and behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or insomnia. Rooted in ancient Chinese tradition, acupuncture is based on the belief that illness results from an imbalance in the body’s energy, or “Qi.” Practitioners aim to restore the balance and flow of Qi by stimulating specific acupuncture points throughout the body, which is thought to alleviate pain and other symptoms associated with these conditions.
Acupuncture is typically used alongside medical treatment rather than as a replacement. It is important to note that acupuncture practitioners are not trained to diagnose or medically manage conditions, so it should not substitute regular care from a licensed medical provider.
Acupuncture is typically used alongside medical treatment rather than as a replacement. It is important to note that acupuncture practitioners are not trained to diagnose or medically manage conditions, so it should not substitute regular care from a licensed medical provider.
Is a licensed acupuncturist a doctor?
No, acupuncturists are not medical doctors. To practice acupuncture, there is typically less training needed than that required for medical doctors. Acupuncture practitioners typically need to complete a master’s-level training program and meet a minimum requirement for clinical exposure before obtaining a license. However, licensing requirements vary by state. While most states have established minimum standards, some, such as Alabama, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, do not offer licensure for acupuncturists. In these states, there are no formal education or training requirements to practice acupuncture. The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) oversees acupuncture training and certification. This organization administers the national certification exam, which is required in many states to obtain a state-issued acupuncture license.
How many acupuncture sessions are generally needed?
Acupuncture is typically a time-limited treatment lasting 3 to 6 weeks, with sessions occurring 1 to 2 times per week. However, the duration and frequency of treatment may vary depending on the severity of symptoms and the nature of the condition or injury being treated. Acupuncturists should regularly assess their clients' progress, monitoring changes in symptoms and adjusting the treatment plan as necessary. After completing the initial course of treatment, some practitioners may recommend periodic "tune-up" sessions to help maintain symptom relief and longer-term well-being.
How much does it cost to see an acupuncturist?
The cost of acupuncture sessions typically ranges from $75 to $150 per session, depending on factors such as location, the provider’s experience, and the type of service offered. Some insurance plans may cover a portion of these costs, so it’s worth checking your specific coverage details. Additionally, some acupuncturists offer session packages or discounts for clients who commit to multiple sessions upfront, providing a more cost-effective option for those seeking ongoing treatment.
Is acupuncture covered by insurance?
Insurance coverage for acupuncture varies depending on the client’s insurance provider and specific plan. In many cases, insurance will cover a limited number of acupuncture sessions if the client has a referral from a medical doctor. The growing focus on non-opioid treatments for chronic pain has increased interest in acupuncture and led to improved insurance coverage in some plans. However, coverage often comes with conditions, such as copayments, limits on the number of sessions, or restrictions on the types of conditions eligible for treatment. For example, Medicare Part B generally covers acupuncture only for chronic low back pain. Clients should review their insurance policy to understand the extent and specifics of their plan's coverage of acupuncture treatments.