Many Disciplines. One Patient.

In the spirit of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a primary goal of Essential Health Acupuncture is to provide our patients with a broader understanding of health and more lasting sense of well-being. Instead of a disease-centered focus, Traditional Chinese Medicine applies a patient-centered approach that addresses the whole person rather than simply his/her symptoms.

Essential Health Acupuncture combines the disciplines of modern science with the wisdom of ancient healing and takes advantage of the knowledge of several disciplines including, acupunture, tui na (Chinese body work), cupping therapy, diet/nutrition education, physical, mental and emotional health, and Chinese herbology. Other medical modalities that are being utilized are also taken into account to provide the utmost care for the individual. This allows patient and provider to work together to develop an integrated diagnostic and therapeutic plan that will best address the whole patient.

Bodyscapes Acupuncture is a natural healing clinic specializing in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Practitioner Ellie Pickering has maintained a successful practice since 1987 and has offices in both Evanston and in the south suburb of Olympia Fields. Ellie is both a licensed acupuncturist and certified massage therapist. She welcomes you to her practice.

At Dr. Kristensen’s Holistic Healing Center in The Woodlands, we blend ancient wisdom with modern technology to help you heal from the inside out. As the only provider of the Superhuman Protocol in the area, we offer advanced therapies including acupuncture, PEMF, red light therapy, metabolic analysis, NAD+ therapy, and more. Specializing in fertility, hormone balancing, pain relief, and total body wellness, Dr. Kristensen integrates Chinese medicine and cutting-edge modalities to restore balance, energy, and vitality. We combine the best of ancient medicine and the best of the latest biohacking technology

“I feel so privileged to be in the position, for the rest of my life, to help others. The best part of my job is being able to help people truly heal. Most people, to some degree, are in some level of pain, whether it be physical, mental, or emotional. My goal as a provider is not only to treat symptoms, but more importantly to treat the root causes of those symptoms to help people truly be well and live vibrantly. That’s what wellness is, and that’s what I love to help others achieve.”

When Melinda is not treating patients, you will most likely find her in the ocean with her family on the Seacoast of NH. Melinda is an avid surfer (yes, even during the New England winters!), certified yoga teacher, and lifelong athlete. She possesses an innate appreciation of the importance of developing and maintaining a strong and healthy body and mind.

As a licensed Acupuncturist, Melinda blends the best of both eastern and western medicine. In addition to her education and clinical experience, Melinda spent over a decade training doctors in medical devices and robotic surgical technology. As a result, she has an excellent foundation and appreciation for western medicine, while recognizing the importance of comprehensive, integrative care for patients. Compelled by helping others, she made the decision to leave her career and become a healthcare provider herself. Melinda chose the field of Acupuncture because it gives her the unique opportunity to provide personalized, holistic, patient-centered care.

Melinda Ferreira is a nationally board-certified Diplomate of Acupuncture, and is licensed to practice in the state of NH. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Masters Degree in Acupuncture from the New England School of Acupuncture at MCPHS University. During her 3 years of training, she completed clinical internships at Massachusetts General Hospital, the US Department of Veterans Affairs, Cambridge Health Alliance, MCPHS University, and Element Care Senior Clinic. She is currently completing her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine.

Our 100% natural and holistic treatments help people to become more active, mobile and energetic, so they can work hard, take good care of their families and have fun with friends, without painkillers, injections or surgery. Our clinic specializes on using Physical Therapy and acupuncture to treat musculoskeletal problems such as back pain, knee pain, neck pain, etc. Our other specialty is using acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to treat digestive system problems, women's health issues, stress-related problems and neurological problems.