Acupuncture Physician with extensive experience and success in treating musculoskeletal/orthopedic disorders, pain, endocrine disorders, mental-emotional disorders, pediatrics, internal medicine (GI, Cardioloogy, Respiratory, Genitourinary), fertility.

Lindsay Trottier, DACM L.Ac. is a board-certified acupuncturist and doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine practicing in San Diego, CA.

Dr. Trottier first entered the profession of health and wellness as a certified personal trainer and then as a receptionist in an acupuncture clinic. As a competitive student-athlete, Dr Trottier has always been interested in functional movement and healthy recovery. Upon completing her undergraduate studies, she was inspired to begin her training in acupuncture and herbal medicine. In 2015, Dr. Trottier began an apprenticeship with Eileen Han to extend her knowledge of the Balance Method acupuncture made famous by Dr. Richard Tan.

Dr. Trottier has experience helping patients of all ages with sports injuries, chronic pain syndromes, digestive complaints, women’s health issues, pre- and post-natal care, cancer-treatment side effects, mental-emotional health, and people with developmental and acquired disabilities.



Her training includes working with NCAA athletes at the UCSD RIMAC center, supporting patients undergoing treatment for various cancers at the UCSD Cancer Center in Encinitas and Rady's Children's Hospital, and caring for children admitted to the Helen Bernardy Center for Medically Fragile Children.



In 2019, Dr. Trottier completed her BaZi Consultant Certification through The Academy of Acupuncture, and now incorporates this understanding of chronoanalysis into her acupuncture practice and also offers virtual consultations to people around the world.

Karen Lang, MSW, LAc is a graduate of Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine and a nationally certified acupuncturist.

As a classically trained acupuncturist Karen crafts individual treatment plans to help each patient achieve his or her own health goals. Using acupuncture and other Chinese Medicine modalities, Karen collaborates with patients to re-establish their body’s natural ability to thrive.

Karen’s background is in social work. She spent the past 20 years working in sexual assault response and prevention at local, state and national levels. Seeking a more holistic approach to facilitating health and well-being Karen was drawn to study acupuncture. Karen is also an avid runner and cyclist and has found acupuncture to be an important tool for staying healthy, recovering quickly and resolving strains, sprains and other injuries.

RUHE Fertility + Prenatal Acupuncture, founded by Ivelisse DeJongh, AP, FABORM, offers integrative fertility and prenatal care in Trumbull, Connecticut. Ivelisse is a licensed and board-certified Acupuncture Physician in both Florida and Connecticut with more than 17 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and Psychology, a Master’s in Oriental Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM).

Her journey began in Miami in 2009, where she opened her first practice treating general wellness, pain management, weight loss, cosmetic acupuncture, and men’s and women’s health. Over time, her passion for fertility medicine grew, and her clinic evolved into RUHE Fertility + Prenatal, a dedicated space for women and couples seeking support on their path to conception, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery. After more than a decade in Miami, Ivelisse relocated with her family to Trumbull, CT, bringing her expertise and compassionate approach to the local community.

RUHE’s philosophy combines the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern integrative therapies. Each treatment plan is personalized, targeting the root causes of imbalance while supporting the emotional and physical aspects of the fertility and pregnancy journey.

Specialties and Services Include:

• Fertility Support: Natural fertility enhancement, fertility coaching, and support before, during, and after IVF or IUI cycles.
• Prenatal and Postpartum Care: Acupuncture and holistic therapies to ease symptoms, prepare for birth, support healthy pregnancies, and restore balance postpartum.
• Advanced Therapies: Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), infrared therapy, and ozone therapy to improve circulation, egg quality, implantation, hormonal balance, and overall reproductive health.
• Holistic Modalities: Customized herbal medicine, energy-based healing (Body Intuitive), nutrition and supplement planning, functional lab review, stress reduction, and lifestyle guidance.

Conditions and Concerns Addressed:

• Irregular cycles, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, and fibroids
• Unexplained infertility and recurrent miscarriage
• IVF/IUI preparation, implantation support, and improved outcomes
• Pregnancy-related symptoms such as nausea, back pain, anxiety, insomnia, and heartburn
• Postpartum recovery and emotional well-being

Patients describe RUHE as a calming, supportive environment where they feel guided and cared for every step of the way. Many share stories of successful conception, smoother pregnancies, and restored confidence after years of struggle. Ivelisse’s patients often highlight her deep knowledge, compassionate approach, and ability to explain complex fertility challenges with clarity and hope.

Whether you are just beginning your fertility journey, seeking integrative support alongside reproductive medicine, or preparing for a healthy pregnancy and birth, RUHE Fertility + Prenatal Acupuncture in Trumbull, CT provides expert, compassionate care tailored to your unique path.

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Our Caring fully registered practioner works with his patients to understand their current condition, medical history and contributing external factors, in order to ensure treatment plans are realistic and successful.