Currently, Kristin is not using herbs as a stand alone treatment. You must be willing to receive acupuncture periodically if you would like herbal recommendations.
Chinese herbal medicine is a major component of health care in China. Many Chinese people choose Chinese herbs over western medicine because Chinese herbalists have a reputation for being very effective for many conditions that western medicine treats poorly or with potentially dangerous therapies. Many people in the U.S. and in Europe are coming to understand that, prescribed by a professional herbalist, Chinese herbs are safe and effective for a wide variety of conditions. In particular, dermatological conditions such as eczema, acne and psoriasis respond very well to properly prescribed herbs.
Custom herbal formulas are prescribed as concentrated powders that are mixed with boiling water. Premade herbal formulas are also used and are prescribed in pill or capsule form.
For 3,000 years, Chinese herbalists have been refining the use of plants, minerals and animal products for the treatment of disharmonies in the body as described by TCM. Many of these
substances are described as adaptogens meaning that they help your body regulate its own functions. Chinese herbal medicine, like acupuncture, tries to restore proper functioning of the whole
system and never goes against the wisdom of nature. When your system is being brought into balance you do not have side effects from the treatment.
I am grateful to have the opportunity to tell anyone reading this about my experience with Kristin over the years. She is a skilled acupuncturist whose approach, always kind and compassionate, makes patients feel at ease and respected. She listens attentively, intuitively decides on a course of treatment, follows through with gentleness, listening and responding to feedback from her patients. She brings a deep knowledge and understanding of the human body and the very subtle signs indicating areas that are out of balance. She has successfully treated me for a variety of health difficulties, large and small. I have never been disappointed in the outcome of her treatments and am grateful to have such a competent, wise, and compassionate person supporting me in my quest to maintain and improve my health. -C.L.