Erin’s Approach

“Flow and be well.”

Acupuncture is just one part of a Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment. There are other tools and modalities that may be used during a treatment in addition to, or in place of acupuncture needles. These include cupping, gua sha, moxa, herbal medicine, shonishin, tui na, electric stimulation, and dietary therapy. See below for more details on these modalities. Erin provides individualized treatment based on the patient's needs.

Treatments

  • Acupuncture

    Acupuncture is the primary treatment approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a theory of medicine that understands the body as a set of connected channels and organ systems. Unobstructed flow through these interdependent parts is essential for recovering from injury or illness, resolving pain, and maintaining health.

    Acupuncturists tap into points along the body's channels to regulate their flow, using hair-fine needles or other specialized tools. Our techniques can influence nerve conduction, blood and lymph circulation, biochemical or hormonal signaling, and the electrical signals of fascia networks (webs of connective tissue that tie the whole body together).​

  • Herbal Medicine

    Heal with the power of plants! Chinese Herbal Medicine can be used for a range of conditions. Herbs are prescribed in combination as formulas, rather than single herbs. Traditionally, herbs were decocted, or cooked with water that patients drink, like a broth. Now formulas are also available as pills, liquid extracts, and dissolvable powder.

    Formulas are designed for your unique set of symptoms and underlying pattern. They can be individualized to account for potential interactions with medication or pre-existing conditions.

Additional Treatment Options

  • Electric Stimulation

    With or without needles, a gentle electric impulse can be applied to acupuncture points, to alter nerve conductivity or muscle function, and interrupt pain signaling.

  • Cupping

    Cupping uses the reverse pressure of suction to open up layers of muscle fiber and fascia in order to improve circulation, alleviate tension, or help the body process toxins.

  • Shonishin

    Shonishin is an acupressure technique using special tools as an alternative to needles, especially for children and needle-sensitive patients.

  • Nutritional Guidance

    Individualized dietary and lifestyle prescriptions can be given to help patients achieve their health goals. Moderation is key in Chinese Medicine.
    Additional costs apply.

  • Gua Sha

    Gua Sha is a method of stroking over the skin with a tool to promote circulation, release stored tension and help the body process toxins.

  • Moxibustion

    Moxibustion, or moxa is a form of heat therapy, using a specific plant, artemesia, to stimulate thermoreceptors and chemoreceptors at acupuncture points.

Hear from past clients:

  • "After suffering from an eczema-like condition on my hands for years, which my General Practitioner and a dermatologist were unable to cure, I began to seek other options. After having been treated by a handful of other practitioners, I can say that Erin's methods impressed me the most. Erin is a great listener with a thorough, analytical mind. After speaking with her for a few minutes, her ability to consider all the variables which may affect a situation is immediately apparent. Her questions are thoughtful and well informed. Most importantly, being treated by her feels far from clinical, and more like being treated by a good friend. She easily creates an atmosphere of comfort and trust. Her needle technique is also gentle and refined. I highly recommend Erin's services as a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.."

    -A.A.

  • "Erin has treated me for different pains: sports injuries, poor digestion, headaches, and intense menstrual cramps. She takes her time to ask questions, which draw attention to a matrix of lifestyle habits, daily stressors, and seasonal changes, among others. Her treatments provide immediate relief to pain or discomfort, while our discussions provide an understanding that our bodies are always in flux."

    -S.P.

  • “Erin is someone I've had many acupuncture sessions with and I highly recommend you see her too. Her expertise is unmatched! She has helped alleviate my migraines, constant bouts of inexplicable vertigo, as well as regulate my hormonal cycle. She takes her time to fully understand the needs of her patients and executes treatments with careful precision. After every treatment I feel more grounded with an enhanced wellbeing."

    -E.B.

  • "I always look forward to my appointments with Erin. I have recurrent back and neck spasms which can sometimes leave me unable to walk, and I know that I can rely on her to be gentle and yet effective in relieving me of the tremendous pain these cause. I also appreciate the way she empowers me to develop life habits that help me feel proactive and more in control of my own health."

    -A.B.

Your treatment journey with Erin

  • Free Consultation (Optional)

    Fill out a simple form to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with Erin.

  • Schedule Appointment

    Book your initial appointment by calling (646) 470- 3672 or emailing erin.kennedy.lac@gmail.com.

  • Initial Appointment

    At your first appointment, we will review your health history, current condition, and health goals — followed by your first treatment session.

  • Return Appointments

    At each subsequent appointments we will check in with your current condition, and adjust our treatment accordingly.

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