Health Professionals near Union, NJ

Diet and nutrition are incredibly impactful on our mental and physical well-being. Sorting through all the current diet trends swirling around in the public domain can be overwhelming and confusing. Working together, we can create lasting lifestyle changes that evolve and are personalized to your needs. If you have been imagining feeling more energetic and increasing your vitality, working together, we can make that possible!

I am an Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and NJ Licensed MD. With extensive training from China and the USA, and over 20-years experience, the feature of my practice is “Western diagnosis and Eastern treatment”. For more information: www.HerbAcupuncture.com

My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.

Cindy Wang Lac, MD (China): Received her medical training in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine and has over 25 years of clinical practice experience. Cindy has created a unique approach to go right to the core of the problems and correct the imbalances that can cause many issues. She focuses on the deep healing of the body to achieve the best healing results.

Acupuncturist An Ying graduated from Beijing University of Traditional Chinese medicine in 1985 with an MD degree, specializing in Chinese medicine.

Are tired of the conflicting nutrition recommendations and are frustrated by the confusing guidelines when it comes to your fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum journey? Maybe you are at a loss of what to even eat when it comes to nausea, food aversions, a new diagnosis of gestational diabetes or pre-eclampsia. You are looking for a tailored approach to your needs that will work specifically for your busy lifestyle.

Lexi is a Certified Sports Dietitian specializing in sports nutrition, eating disorder recovery, and intuitive eating for athletes. Do you struggle with confusion about what to eat for your goals, sport, or training? Do you overthink food decisions, feel guilt around certain choices, and not know how to blend healthy eating with an active social life? Are your low energy levels or tendency to overthink everything you eat getting in the way of your life, happiness, and sports performance? Food and nutrition do not need to be this complicated.

My approach to nutrition counseling is centered around building trust and understanding of each client’s unique needs, ensuring you receive the best care possible in your path towards recovery. In my practice, I work with individuals who are looking to heal their relationship with food and body image, have struggled with chronic dieting and the effects harmful diet culture messaging, and those in recovery from an eating disorder. When working with me, you can expect a judgement-free, empathetic, and safe space to receive support.

Since 1986, I have had the honor to assist thousands of patients regain their health. They had given up hope. Fortunately, our bodies can heal with proper care. I combine gentle therapies with nutrition, natural remedies, and health exercises to help you achieve optimum healing. My goal is for you to get well fast and stay that way!

Are you in pain? Do you suffer from trauma? I can help! I am a medical massage therapist specializing in migraines, sciatica, back pain, post-op pain, plantar fasciitis and the treatment of athletes. I also specialize in trauma informed massage therapy, which helps those who have PTSD and C-PTSD. I am the massage therapist for Kean University's lacrosse team and would be honored to help you take your first step toward a pain-free life. View testimonials on my website at www.theratouchnj.com or contact me for a consultation!

Bridge the gap between knowledge and behavior with an individualized and behavioral approach to weight loss! I will work with you to develop a simple and realistic plan to meeting your health and nutrition needs and motivate sustainable and long-lasting change in nutrition-related behaviors. My areas of expertise include weight management, diabetes management, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular health. I am also a Certified Diabetes Education and Care Specialist (CDCES). As a CDCES, I will work with you to develop a diabetes management plan that fits your lifestyle, beliefs, and culture.

Hi, I'm Jacqueline Gomes, RDN, MBA. A recent client wrote this; "I truly cannot thank you enough, superhero's come in all forms and you have truly rescued me from myself of yo-yo dieting and having a toxic relationship with food. I have learned so much and feel more empowered and in control then I ever have." Powerful words, and is the essence of what I try to achieve with my clients. I help individuals reach their health related goals focusing on the science of nutrition and a "food as fuel" approach. I meet you where you are today and we develop a plan together, that will support you to your desired health outcomes.

Jihong Ding, licensed acupuncturist in NJ and NY, herbologist, and professor in acupuncture colleges, trained in China, has more than 22 years of experience in acupuncture and herbology practice in China and US. She has specialties treating infertility, a variety of acute or chronic pains, gynecological and gastro-intestinal disorders, allergies, depression and anxiety, chronic fatigue, immune imbalances, and many other conditions. For more information please call or visit our website at www.dingacuherb.com

Life can be really hard sometimes, and cultivating a positive relationship with food and your body can feel impossible. I specialize in mental health nutrition, disordered eating, binge eating, and eating disorders and can help you find nourishment and peace with food. I offer a supportive, weight-inclusive, non-judgmental space to share, learn, and discover where you can make positive change in your life.

Has middle age brought on aches & pains, digestive issues, fatigue, headaches, or other things that have no definite cause according to your doctor? These things are often from spending decades feeding and using our bodies in ways that are now catching up with us. If your style is "slow & steady", I can guide you through small changes a little at a time, based on your lifestyle. If you're a "cold turkey; jump in!" person, ask me about LEAP. We do not have to go downhill; we can have a mid-life transformation! We can turn things around! Our bodies know how to heal, and together we can make changes that support this turn-around.

At the Center for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine we are dedicated to providing the highest quality in patient healthcare. We have specialties treating infertility and other gynecological disorders, pain and musculoskeletal disorders of all varieties, chronic illness and immune system imbalances and a variety of other chronic and acute illnesses. Please visit our website at www.acupunctureandherbalmedicine.com for a detailed look at our practice.

Hescott Nutrition Services offer nutrition services and holistic health coaching for chronic disease prevention. With 10 plus years of experience working with a diverse population, she believes in using patient-centered care and a culturally sensitive approach to helping each client reach their individualized nutrition goals. Research shows that the leading causes of death and disability in America are modifiable chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and stroke with key lifestyle risk factors being poor nutrition, lack of physical activity, tobacco, and excessive alcohol use.

Through a non-diet, intuitive eating approach, I hope to reconnect you to the joy of eating. Whether struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or needing a change from the diet culture, my goal is to help you learn how to appropriately and joyfully nourish your body. As a Certified Eating Disorder Registered Dietitian (CEDRD-S), I have a passion for helping people and families heal their relationship with food, body, and movement.

NJCA is a community acupuncture clinic. "Community" means that everyone is treated in one big, comfy room. It also means that our fee structure is much lower than average. At NJCA, our sliding scale is between $30- $65, every time. Clients keep their clothing on and relax in reclining chairs while acupuncture treatment gently encourages their nervous system to relax, promoting healing through out the body. Acupuncture is a form of healing that can help you in body, mind and spirit.