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The Art and Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Food Energetics and Herbal Healing
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is like a timeless conversation between humanity and nature, a dialogue that’s been refining itself for over 80 centuries. As an integrative practitioner, I’ve watched patients walk into my clinic skeptical, only to leave with a newfound respect for the power of a well-placed herb or a bowl of congee. TCM’s approach to health—using food and herbs to harmonize the body’s Qi, Yin, and Yang—is both an art and a science, grounded in observation and elevated by intuition.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is like a timeless conversation between humanity and nature, a dialogue that’s been refining itself for over 80 centuries. As an integrative practitioner, I’ve watched patients walk into my clinic skeptical, only to leave with a newfound respect for the power of a well-placed herb or a bowl of congee. TCM’s approach to health—using food and herbs to harmonize the body’s Qi, Yin, and Yang—is both an art and a science, grounded in observation and elevated by intuition.
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Offering the highest quality of service in a caring atmosphere, the Gilbert Clinic is a comfortable, welcoming environment offering discreet personalized treatment. The Gilbert Clinic maintains highest standards of cleanliness and safety and feels likes a calm sanctuary.
Jonathan Gilbert offers the highest level of practitioner training and expertise. He has studied Asian philosophy, martial arts, bodywork techniques, and Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 25 years. This included a full hospital residential training in Vietnam where he delivered thousands of treatments, working in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Jonathan Gilbert offers the highest level of practitioner training and expertise. He has studied Asian philosophy, martial arts, bodywork techniques, and Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 25 years. This included a full hospital residential training in Vietnam where he delivered thousands of treatments, working in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
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I have been practicing acupuncture for over 35 years. Area's of expertise include fertility, treatment of pain (Acupuncture 1,2,3), treatment of allergies (NAET), headaches, and women issues.
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Jill Ellen Smith, L.AC, M.AC, Dipl.Ac., NCCAOM, RN, MSN
I have practiced in the Healing Arts for 40 years.
My career began as a Registered Nurse at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland where I specialized in Med/Surgical nursing and later Psychiatric nursing when I received my Masters Degree in Nursing at the University of Maryland. My graduate degree in Nursing was a natural first step into the holistic approach and philosophy of my graduate degree in Chinese Medicine. I blend my vast nursing background into my acupuncture treatments as I treat a wide variety of physical and emotional/spiritual issues.
I have effectively treated anxiety, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, depression, skin disorders, fibromyalgia, menopausal and menstrual disorders, TMJ, infertility and back/neck/shoulder pain, just to name few.
I hold a Masters degree in Acupuncture and I am Licensed and Nationally Certified with NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Public Protection Through Quality Credentials).
The learning process is ongoing as I delve deeper into this 5,000 year old medical art form in my own treatment room. My patients benefit from my years of academic studies, my acupuncture treatment experience, and my life experience as a wife and a mother of two teenagers.
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I have practiced in the Healing Arts for 40 years.
My career began as a Registered Nurse at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland where I specialized in Med/Surgical nursing and later Psychiatric nursing when I received my Masters Degree in Nursing at the University of Maryland. My graduate degree in Nursing was a natural first step into the holistic approach and philosophy of my graduate degree in Chinese Medicine. I blend my vast nursing background into my acupuncture treatments as I treat a wide variety of physical and emotional/spiritual issues.
I have effectively treated anxiety, sleep disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, depression, skin disorders, fibromyalgia, menopausal and menstrual disorders, TMJ, infertility and back/neck/shoulder pain, just to name few.
I hold a Masters degree in Acupuncture and I am Licensed and Nationally Certified with NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Public Protection Through Quality Credentials).
The learning process is ongoing as I delve deeper into this 5,000 year old medical art form in my own treatment room. My patients benefit from my years of academic studies, my acupuncture treatment experience, and my life experience as a wife and a mother of two teenagers.
We accept the following insurance:
ins-bluecross ins-aetna ins-johnshopkins
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Dr. Bennett’s past experience can dramatically benefit you. With 10+ years of experience working side by side with internal medicine MD’s and treating many difficult conditions gives you a significant advantage. In fact, many MD's are patients and regularly refer their patients to Dr. Bennett.
At Bennett Acupuncture we use effective and affordable treatments including acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition and functional medicine to provide relief of pain, improved organ function and increased quality of life. Working with your traditional MD's we will customize a plan that will bring life changing results.
We treat many conditions including digestive problems, fertility, migraines, headaches, cancer side effect treatments, weight problems, and stroke patients as well as chronic pain, injuries and other many conditions.
At Bennett Acupuncture we use effective and affordable treatments including acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition and functional medicine to provide relief of pain, improved organ function and increased quality of life. Working with your traditional MD's we will customize a plan that will bring life changing results.
We treat many conditions including digestive problems, fertility, migraines, headaches, cancer side effect treatments, weight problems, and stroke patients as well as chronic pain, injuries and other many conditions.
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We are located in the historic downtown Woodstock Square. Having been in practice for twelve years, Amadea has had experience working with a wide variety of health issues and concerns. She has worked with people with pain including injuries, surgeries and auto immune disorders. Emotional concerns and stress are also commonly treated in her practice. She has specialized experience working with infertility and has worked closely with medical doctors in the field. Many people come to acupuncture regularly once they experience how it is preventative and helps with stress.
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Acupuncture Health Center in Bellingham, WA provides gentle, personalized acupuncture care for people seeking a natural way to manage stress, anxiety, pain, and everyday wellness challenges. The clinic offers a calm, supportive environment where patients can slow down, feel heard, and receive care tailored to their individual needs.
Located in Bellingham, Acupuncture Health Center works with patients who are dealing with a wide range of concerns, including chronic pain, back and neck discomfort, headaches, muscle tension, joint pain, stress-related symptoms, sleep issues, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Each treatment is designed to support the body’s natural ability to restore balance, reduce tension, and improve overall well-being.
One of the things that makes Acupuncture Health Center different is its patient-centered approach. Rather than offering the same treatment to everyone, the practitioners take time to understand what each person is experiencing, how long the issue has been going on, and how it may be affecting daily life. From there, they create a personalized treatment plan that may include acupuncture, lifestyle guidance, and supportive wellness recommendations.
For patients experiencing stress or anxiety, acupuncture may help calm the nervous system, ease physical tension, and encourage a deeper sense of relaxation. Many people seek care because they feel constantly wound up, mentally drained, or unable to fully relax. Acupuncture Health Center provides a peaceful space where patients can step away from daily demands and receive care focused on restoring a greater sense of calm and emotional balance.
The clinic also works with patients seeking natural support for pain relief. Whether the discomfort is related to posture, repetitive strain, injury, headaches, migraines, or ongoing chronic pain, acupuncture can be used to help reduce pain signals, improve circulation, relax tight muscles, and support better mobility. The goal is not just temporary relief, but helping patients feel more comfortable and functional in their everyday lives.
Patients who are new to acupuncture can expect a welcoming and comfortable experience. Treatments are performed using fine, sterile needles and a gentle technique designed to help patients feel at ease. During the initial visit, the practitioner will review the patient’s concerns, answer questions, and explain the treatment approach so each person feels informed and supported.
Acupuncture Health Center is a good fit for people in Bellingham and the surrounding area who are looking for holistic, individualized care in a relaxing setting. Whether someone is seeking relief from pain, support for stress and anxiety, better sleep, improved energy, or a more balanced approach to wellness, the clinic provides thoughtful care every step of the way.
Call today for a Free TCM Exam and Consultation ($100 value.)
Located in Bellingham, Acupuncture Health Center works with patients who are dealing with a wide range of concerns, including chronic pain, back and neck discomfort, headaches, muscle tension, joint pain, stress-related symptoms, sleep issues, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Each treatment is designed to support the body’s natural ability to restore balance, reduce tension, and improve overall well-being.
One of the things that makes Acupuncture Health Center different is its patient-centered approach. Rather than offering the same treatment to everyone, the practitioners take time to understand what each person is experiencing, how long the issue has been going on, and how it may be affecting daily life. From there, they create a personalized treatment plan that may include acupuncture, lifestyle guidance, and supportive wellness recommendations.
For patients experiencing stress or anxiety, acupuncture may help calm the nervous system, ease physical tension, and encourage a deeper sense of relaxation. Many people seek care because they feel constantly wound up, mentally drained, or unable to fully relax. Acupuncture Health Center provides a peaceful space where patients can step away from daily demands and receive care focused on restoring a greater sense of calm and emotional balance.
The clinic also works with patients seeking natural support for pain relief. Whether the discomfort is related to posture, repetitive strain, injury, headaches, migraines, or ongoing chronic pain, acupuncture can be used to help reduce pain signals, improve circulation, relax tight muscles, and support better mobility. The goal is not just temporary relief, but helping patients feel more comfortable and functional in their everyday lives.
Patients who are new to acupuncture can expect a welcoming and comfortable experience. Treatments are performed using fine, sterile needles and a gentle technique designed to help patients feel at ease. During the initial visit, the practitioner will review the patient’s concerns, answer questions, and explain the treatment approach so each person feels informed and supported.
Acupuncture Health Center is a good fit for people in Bellingham and the surrounding area who are looking for holistic, individualized care in a relaxing setting. Whether someone is seeking relief from pain, support for stress and anxiety, better sleep, improved energy, or a more balanced approach to wellness, the clinic provides thoughtful care every step of the way.
Call today for a Free TCM Exam and Consultation ($100 value.)
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Heather Conway earned her Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. This three-year program consists of 2,850 hours of education including 990 hours of clinical practice. Heather’s training includes acupuncture, moxibustion, Tui Na (Chinese massage), cupping, electro-stimulation, auriculotherapy, internal medicine (Chinese herbal medicine and diet and lifestyle recommendations). She is certified as a Diplomat in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine by the National Certification Commission by Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She has also received her Clean Needle Technique certification from the Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Commission (AAOM). Heather has been a member of the Acupuncture Association of Colorado (AAC) assisting with the PR committee to promote acupuncture education and coordinating AAC members at 9 News Health Fairs.
In her practice, Heather utilizes a software program called AcuGraph® Digital Meridian Imaging™; this system analyzes the energetic state of your body’s meridians and provides you with a computerized documentation of your scan. She uses this technology along with traditional diagnostic techniques to create and monitor the progress of her treatment plans
In her practice, Heather utilizes a software program called AcuGraph® Digital Meridian Imaging™; this system analyzes the energetic state of your body’s meridians and provides you with a computerized documentation of your scan. She uses this technology along with traditional diagnostic techniques to create and monitor the progress of her treatment plans
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Dr. Kevin Kim, who is dually nationally board certified in chiropractic and acupuncture, and a NCCAOM diplomate of Oriental Medicine (OM), is passionate about helping people through chiropractic and acupuncture care. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Southern California University of Health Science and Master of Science in Acupuncture and OM from South Baylo University in California, and continues to advance his expertise with advanced training in chiropractic care and TCM.
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I practice traditional acupuncture, tuina, and naturopathic medicine, and teach tai chi & Qi gong.
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