Let me Guide You Back To Health! Everyone has a story about their health. I listen to your story. I want to know what has helped and what hasn't helped. Together we come up with a plan to get you back on the path towards health. I can help with many different problems - especially those related to digestive health and pain management. I have a unique way of looking at the body and have many different tools I can use to help you.
Not only am I a licensed Acupuncturist, I have a MS in Oriental Medicine and a BS in Nutrition. I am a Loomis Digestive Health Specialist which means I have A LOT of hours of training in Enzyme Nutrition.
I look at digestion first! If you can't digest your food, you can't get the nutrition you need to get healthy! By changing your digestion, you change your health!

Introduction:
Dr. Lexy Ballinger is a highly skilled practitioner specializing in acupuncture and holistic healthcare. With a strong background in both Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Dr. Ballinger brings a unique and comprehensive approach to patient care. Her expertise is enhanced by her extensive experience as a registered nurse in the intensive care unit (ICU) for over 25 years. Driven by a deep commitment to healing and patient well-being, she is dedicated to providing personalized and integrative treatments that address the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of health.

About:
Dr. Lexy Ballinger is a trusted practitioner at Phoenix Rising Acupuncture, where she combines her NCCAOM certification in acupuncture with her extensive background in critical care nursing. Her holistic approach recognizes the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit, and she believes in the importance of addressing the root causes of health imbalances. With her strong foundation in Western medicine, Dr. Ballinger is adept at integrating her knowledge of conventional treatments with the ancient healing art of acupuncture.

Having spent over two decades in the ICU, Dr. Ballinger has gained a deep understanding of the complexities of health and the impacts of acute and chronic illnesses. Her experience in critical care has shaped her compassionate and patient-centered approach, enabling her to provide comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions. She takes the time to listen attentively to her patients, ensuring a thorough understanding of their unique health challenges.

Dr. Ballinger's passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture stems from witnessing the transformative power of these modalities in her own patients. She believes in empowering individuals to take an active role in their well-being and strives to educate and support them on their healing journey. Her treatments encompass acupuncture, herbal medicine, lifestyle modifications, and nutritional guidance, tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual.

Acupuncture treatments for effective pain relief, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, fertility, pregnancy care, facial rejuvenation and more.

Points in Balance is located in the heart of historic Sykesville, Maryland, and owned by Mikahla. She graduated from Maryland University of Integrated Health and is a licensed acupuncturist, and certified animal acupuncturist.

Mikahla offers support with many symptoms such as chronic pain, back pain, neck pain, arthritis, headaches/migraines, digestive issues, allergies, anxiety, depression, and emotional balancing to name a few!

Our Team takes an evidence-based approach to acupuncture and offers a wide range of treatment options, including Acupuncture, Electro-Acupuncture, Fertility Acupuncture, Sports Medicine Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Red Light Therapy, O3 Rejuvenation Therapy, Frequency Specific Microcurrent, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Cupping, Guasha, and Myofascial Release Technique. Whether you're seeking pain relief, injury rehabilitation, or stress management, our clinic has a solution for you. Our clinic offers a clean, professional, and welcoming environment, where you can feel comfortable and at ease. We accept insurance, HSA, and FSA, making our services accessible and affordable for everyone.