No needles necessary!

I love pediatric acupuncture! Not only do kids improve so quickly, but it’s so much fun to spend a treatment playing and telling stories.

Pediatric Chinese medicine uses a wide range of non-needle tools: acupressure, painless laser, cupping, guasha, and essential oils. When kids are open to it, I do sometimes use acupuncture needles, or “taps.” Treatments for children involve just a few thin needles which are tapped in and removed immediately. There’s no need for a squirmy baby or an active toddler to sit still for a long time! Older children and teens may relax quietly with needles in, but only if they’re comfortable. If your child isn’t feeling ready for taps, we use other tools. I always respect your children’s comfort level, because I want them to feel safe and respected when working with me.

I also prescribe safe herbal tinctures specially formulated for children, as well as nutritional therapy and easy massage techniques that parents can use at home.