Our center is an authentic natural health clinic specialized in treating mind, body and spiritual problems through authentic Chinese acupuncture, customized herb formula, unique nutrition supplements and counseling.

At Life Essentials TCM Center, we combine the ancient wisdom and natural holistic approach of Chinese Medicine with the specialties of our practitioners to improve the quality of your life and help you live longer and better. If you or your family and friends have some health issues that has not responded to conventional medicine, you should consider TCM as a viable alternative.

Jamie Koonce, MS is the only real acupuncturist in Hot Springs and surrounding areas. She will come to you at your home, workplace, or special event in Hot Springs, Hot Springs Village, or Glenwood. Jamie is also a nutritionist and certified functional medicine practitioner, and she provides functional medicine and nutrition consultations over the phone and Skype. Be sure to sign up for her email newsletter for more information!

Specializing in pain management, orthopedics, and sports medicine, Lion’s Heart Acupuncture & Wellness offers targeted treatment for injury recovery, musculoskeletal conditions, and functional rehabilitation. Services include acupuncture for TMJ, ENT disorders, Bell’s palsy, and chronic pain, with an emphasis on improving mobility, reducing inflammation, and restoring nervous system balance.

Care plans are individualized and may incorporate electro-acupuncture, manual therapies, and rehabilitation exercises to support both acute injuries and long-term conditions. The clinic also provides pediatric care and chronic illness support, delivering integrative treatment that bridges traditional Chinese medicine with modern clinical practice.

Certified in Sports Medicine Acupuncture

Lee Schwalb is an acupuncturist licensed in Pennsylvania and New York State, and holds a board certification as a Chinese Herbalist from the New York Institute of Chinese Herbology. With a Master of Science in Traditional Acupuncture Medicine from the New York College of Health Professions, Lee boasts over two decades of hands-on experience in addressing a broad range of health issues. His education spanned four years and included more than 2,800 hours dedicated to studying acupuncture, herbal medicine, tai chi, and several adjunct therapies such as Tui na (Chinese massage), Eastern nutrition, laser therapy, electric stimulation, and auriculotherapy. Lee enhances his practice with additional healing modalities including Kambo detox therapy, PEMF therapy, and sound healing.

Lee’s approach to treatment is holistic, considering each patient's physical and mental health comprehensively. He evaluates the patient’s overall constitution, diet, and lifestyle to identify what is called a “pattern of disharmony.” Following a thorough initial assessment, Lee crafts a personalized treatment plan that may integrate acupuncture, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, dietary adjustments, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle changes.

With his extensive clinical background, Lee has aided a diverse clientele, helping alleviate conditions ranging from idiopathic pain and acute injuries to stress, anxiety, digestive and respiratory ailments, hormonal imbalances, fatigue, skin issues, allergies, and reproductive health challenges. Committed to the healing journey, he strives to guide each patient toward improved health and enhanced quality of life.