Acupuncture of Columbia provides gentle and personalized acupuncture therapy
for the whole family in a relaxed and therapeutic setting. We also offer custom Chinese herbal formulas compounded from an extensive herbal pharmacy.

Lanelle Durst specializes in Five Element Acupuncture, a style which treats the underlying cause of imbalance and disease. Each acupuncture treatment is based on the patient's underlying constitution and the state of their body, mind and spirit.

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.

Griffo Acupuncture provides personalized, holistic acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments. We strongly believe in integrating the knowledge of modern western medicine and the wisdom of eastern medicine to ensure you achieve your goals in the safest and most effective manner possible. We work closely with our in-house team of Physical therapists, massage therapists, yoga instructors, Chiropractor and other physicians and specialists to ensure that you get the exact care and support you need.

Frank Griffo has over a decade of experience providing effective solutions to complicated medical problems. A specialist in acupuncture orthopedics and herbal medicine, Frank is proud to avail patients of this gentle and non-invasive way to treat many health issues with little to no side effects. As a primary care provider, he has helped thousands of patients get through their medical crisis as efficiently as possible and back on the road to health as quickly as possible.

Palmer Acupuncture