Springing into Action: Unleashing the Growth Potential of the Wood Element

“Spring adds new life and new beauty to all that is.” – Jessica Harrelson This [...]

Say Goodbye to Sinusitis: The Chinese Medicine Solution for Clear Breathing

Sinusitis is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by [...]

Acupuncture and Wei Qi: Understanding the Connection for Optimal Health and Wellness

Chinese Medicine believes that strengthening wei qi, the body’s protective energy, is key to overall [...]

Roses Are Red, and Curative Too: The Herbal Medicine Benefits of Rose (Mei Gui Hua)

It’s becoming more and more evident—and accepted by the mainstream—that the natural world around us [...]

The Winter Solstice, Water & Nurturing the Kidney Channel

The winter solstice this year is on Tuesday, December 21st. The first official day of [...]

Herbs for Lung Health

As fall and the metal element roll in, so too does the season of the [...]

The Body & Time: The Chinese Organ Clock System

If you’re familiar with acupuncture, you know that your practitioner will ask you about your [...]

How to Prepare for Your Acupuncture Treatment & Get the Best Results

Whether you’ve been getting acupuncture regularly for years, or you’re just starting out, it’s helpful [...]

Pulse Potential: An Introduction to Pulse Diagnosis in TCM

There are many ways of checking in with your health—physical, mental, and spiritual—in Traditional Chinese [...]

An Interview with Dr. Arlen McClellan, Licensed Acupuncturist/Herbalist at Jen Becker Acupuncture

Dr. Arlen McClellan is just joining the practice this summer, and we are thrilled to [...]