Q: Are you excited to join Karuna?
A: I am thrilled! While my regular acupuncture practice is in Amherst, Paul
and I have been offering micro retreats at Karuna for nearly 2 years now so
it feels like a natural transition for my practice make more of its way here.

Q: You’re a five element acupuncturist. Can you tell the readers what
makes that different?
A: Five element acupuncture focuses on the deepest level of a patient,
reaching them at their root level rather than at the branches (symptoms) for
optimal, long-term healing. It generally uses less needles, offers gentle
techniques, and is a wonderfully transformative experience.

Q: And what do you typically treat at your practice?
A: I most often work with mental health and chronic conditions. I do a lot of work with postpartum women and also help those suffering with addictions. A couple of years ago I completed an extensive training in pediatrics and at that time expanded my practice to treat all ages.

Q: Pediatric acupuncture? 
A: Yes! I know people don’t always think about children and acupuncture,
but it is an excellent healing modality for them. 

Q: Do you use needles on them?
A: I offer needle-free options for children and also for adults as needed. I
don’t always have to use needles, there are so many different tools I have
in my toolbox to help someone heal. When I do use needles on children, I
use special pediatric ones that are even smaller than the already small
needles I use.

Q: Awesome. Is there anything else you’d like to say?
A: I am just so thrilled to be a bigger part of this wonderful community. I’ve already met so many amazing people through my time here and I’m sure my practice at Karuna will quickly be a nice blend of familiar faces and new
ones.