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Acupuncture

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Qi Gong

Acupuncture vs. Qi Gong Acupuncture and Qi Gong are both based in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In a traditional scenario of healing both would be used to assist in the healing of the body. The key difference between the two is how each effects your qi. First you would need to understand the concept of qi. Qi is the energy in your body that sparks your organs to work. Some people use the te... Read More

Acupuncture vs. Qi Gong
Acupuncture and Qi Gong are both based in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In a traditional scenario of healing both would be used to assist in the healing of the body. The key difference between the two is how each effects your qi.

First you would need to understand the concept of qi. Qi is the energy in your body that sparks your organs to work. Some people use the term “Life Force” I say, “What isn’t qi?”. Qi is that which makes your heart beat and your lungs breathe. It is present in every party of your body. When the body is low on qi this is when disease or health issues arise in the body.

In Acupuncture, a Licensed Acupuncture will diagnose you and determine your health issue and formulate a treatment plan. The Acupuncturist will then place acupuncture needles in key points to facilitate your flow of qi. This method is pushing or redirecting your qi to move in a certain speed or pathway to allow accellerated healing. Acupuncture would be needed in a series of treatments 1-2x/week depending on the health issue.

In practicing Qi Gong you will be cultivating qi and allow it to build and replenish in your body. This increase of qi in your body will improve the circulation of your body fluids and overall energy. I usually use the example of a fountain fill with water. In time, if the water is evaporated and not replenished the flow of water through the channels and pump is less efficient. When more water is added the pump and the water flow in the fountain is abundant.

Qi Gong can be practiced at home everyday to improve your health issue. Improvement will vary in time from 3 weeks to 3 months depending how much time is put into practicing Qi Gong. It is best to start with a qualified instructor to get the basic foundation to the moves and stances in Qi Gong.

Adeliz Araiza L.Ac. MSTCM

Adeliz is an Acupuncturist, herbalist, and certified Vocologist. She earned her Masters of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley. It was there she learned the gentle needling technique of Japanese Acupuncture, and nutritional therapy. She is also a classically trained vocalist and singing specialist.

She received her certification in the Fundamentals of Vocology from a Clinical Voice Pathologist/Vocologist. Vocology is the study of improving the voice by training the physiological subsystems of the voice, maximizing vocal wellness, and improving vocal freedom and artistry.

She has experience treating fibromyalgia, neuromuscular conditions, mental health and mood disorders, stroke, and has worked at Charlotte Maxwell in Oakland, treating low-income women with cancer, supporting them through chemotherapy and post recovery.

When Adeliz first experienced acupuncture, it liberated her from oppressive states of mind. This inspired her to learn how to help others survive, adapt and thrive amidst the modern challenge of an ever present environment of physical and emotional stress and anxiety. Adeliz is caring, nurturing and kind. She is an active listener dedicated to giving exceptional care and support.

Adeliz is a musician, and a writer, and enjoys gaming and cooking for self-healing.

Her dream one day is to open her own practice, where she can treat singers for neuromuscular conditions, vocal rehabilitation, and performance anxiety.

Adeliz Araiza L.Ac. MSTCM Adeliz is an Acupuncturist, herbalist, and certified Vocologist. She e... Read More

Ally Cook, Acupuncture Associate, L.Ac, MTCM/DTCM, E-RYT 200

Dr. Ally Cook completed her master’s and doctorate degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine at Five Branches University in San Jose. She is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of California. She specializes in the treatment of pain and injury, digestive issues, women’s reproductive health, stress, mood and sleep disorders.

Ally utilizes a variety of needling techniques, including pulse balancing, abdominal acupuncture and Master Tung. Each treatment depends on the interests and needs of the individual, which may include acupuncture, acupressure, cupping, breath work, moxibustion, massage, facial acupuncture, medical qi gong, gua sha, acupuncture with electric stimulation, herbal medicine and supplements. Ally provides diet and nutritional counseling, lifestyle and exercise recommendations tailored to meet your unique needs. She also offers private yoga instruction.

An appointment with Ally involves a thorough intake to get to the root cause of the problem. Ally’s technique is gentle. Your comfort and wellbeing is her top priority, to ensure each treatment feels relaxing and healing.

Ally’s interest in East Asian medicine began while receiving acupuncture in her early 20’s. She became interested in studying traditional Chinese medicine shortly thereafter, particularly after reading Paul Pitchford’s book, Healing with Whole Foods. She felt aligned with this medicine through her interest in creating and promoting health, body energetics and using food as medicine. She continues to learn and expand her knowledge of the human body and experience to provide the best possible care and support for those that work with her.

Outside of the clinic, Ally enjoys teaching and practicing yoga. Some of her most joyful moments are spent outdoors with her dog, Stanley. She’s an avid trail runner, swimmer and weight lifter. She loves getting out of town and into nature to hike, swim and soak in hot springs. Ally’s first love was food; she grew up in the kitchen cooking alongside her mom. Preparing fresh, beautiful food and herbal teas are some of her favorite ways to unwind at the end of the day.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, New York University

Master’s & Doctorate of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Branches University

E-RYT 200, Noell Clark Yoga

Ally Cook, Acupuncture Associate, L.Ac, MTCM/DTCM, E-RYT 200 Dr. Ally Cook completed her master’... Read More

Angela K. Lee L.Ac. MSOM, NCCAOM Founder Angela is a Licensed Acupuncturist for the United States, and International Master in Shaolin One Finger Qi Gong. She received her Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from Samra University 1997, and her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from the University of California Santa Barbara 1991.

She has a successful and longstanding Acupuncture practice providing Acupuncture and Health services in San Francisco since 1997. She is a 5th Level Instructor in South Shaolin Qi Gong. She in in the Hall of Fame for 30+ years in Martial and Healing Arts. She is the founder of the first Qi Gong classes at UC San Francisco 1997-2015, UC Berkeley 1998-2007, and Kaiser San Francisco 2005-2020. She now holds private classes and seminars around the world. Her love for Qi Gong inspired her to understand the foundations of Chinese Medicine.

In her Acupuncture practice, Angela uses the Balance Method share by the Late Dr. Richard Tan and is an Executive Level Instructor in the style. Only 10% of Acupuncturist understand the ancestral knowledge of this form of Acupuncture which Dr. Tan shared from the books and scripture handed down to him from this father and grandfather. Angela also carried curriculum from the Academy of Orthopedic Acupuncture where she spent time in Beijing, China treating patients.

Angela is a direct student the Great Grand Master Cai Qiu Bai, the student of A Shui from the Shaolin Temple in Southern Shanghai. She is internationally recognized as a 5th level instructor in Shaolin One Finger Qi Gong (Shaolin Nei Jing Yi Zhi Chan) 少林气功内劲一指禅 乌鲁冷岳兴安会馆.

In 2017 Angela joined forces with the Anatara Medicine one of the top IV treatment healthcare centers in the world lead by Dr. Ahvie Herskowitz. Here she shares her expertise with patients with stage 4 cancer to the most difficult chronic conditions.

Away from her private practice and teaching, Angela enjoys horseback riding, martial arts, playing the ukulele, and being with her family, which includes humans, horses, dogs, cats, and now chickens.

Angela K. Lee L.Ac. MSOM, NCCAOM Founder Angela is a Licensed Acupuncturist for the United States... Read More

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