A PCOS diagnosis can feel overwhelming. When I was diagnosed 23 years ago, I was both overwhelmed and relieved. I had an explanation for so many embarrassing and frustrating problems in my life, but I found that with a little research I knew more than my doctors at the time.

The viruses this year have been (wow!) particularly hard to pass and many of my clients have ended up with secondary infections such as sinus infections, bronchitis, and pneumonia. These conditions do damage to the body, especially the soft, moist tissue of the lungs. Which can leave you with long term shortness of breath, exercise aversion, and fatigue.

You can absolutely create an effective, nourishing castor oil practice with what you already have at home. A basic bottle of good-quality oil, an old cotton cloth, a towel, and a heat source are enough.

Jane is a well-known expert in the field and a beloved resource in San Francisco. Her classes are something I recommend to all of my clients.

When you’re navigating pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum time, the right support can make all the difference. This is a short list of my trusted resources- that I personally recommend.

Preggo Pilates helps women recover, realign, and replenish- through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. It strengthens from the inside out, supports circulation and recovery, and respects the body’s need for rest and integration. In this way, it mirrors the foundational principles of Chinese medicine: building strength by preserving energy, rather than pushing through exhaustion.

I love helping people move out of chronic pain. But for many, lasting relief means having ways to care for themselves between sessions, carrying the effects of the session forward for faster results, or preventing chronic flare ups from starting.

When stress builds or grief lingers, when sleep feels elusive or emotions sit too close to the surface, your body needs a way to settle. The NADA Protocol offers that: quietly, gently, and without requiring you to explain a thing.

These easy-to-prepare meals follow the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine—warm, soft, nutrient-rich, and digestible.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the postpartum period is viewed as a critical window for healing, restoration, and long-term health. The first 40 days after giving birth—often referred to in Chinese medicine as the “Golden Month”—are seen as a time to deeply replenish the body’s vital substances: Qi (energy), Blood, and Essence (Jing).

This simple plan gives your baby consistent, gentle encouragement to turn, while supporting your overall energy and relaxation.

For all of these instances you need to notify me asap AND cancel your upcoming in-person acupuncture appointment. Additionally, if you are sick, you can turn your in-person appointment into a virtual one and I can help you beat whatever is going on quickly!

I have new protocols in place to keep us safe- following the CDC and OSHA guidelines for sanitation AND including all the nerdy/hippie stuff you've come to love from me (see the lists below for what to expect).