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Beyond the Needle: Discover Transformative, Corrective, and Practical Magic for Your Wellbeing.
At RareBird Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, I believe healing is an alchemical process of transformation. By blending specialized, cosmology-informed treatments with Traditional Chinese Medicine, I help you shift from resistance to presence. Together, we will align with the flow of your life to co-create lasting health
Everything in existence has meaning and purpose, the place of separation has no place in healing.
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Healing at Your Own Pace: Personalized Traditional Chinese Medicine & Telemedicine
‘Any healing process- whether recovery from infection, physical trauma, or psychological distress-must entail the stimulation and direction of the body’s own restorative functions. In former times these functions were called the Vis Mediatrix Naturae ‘The Healing Power of Nature.’
Chinese, Japanese, 5 Elements, Esoteric, Alchemical and Classical-Style Acupuncture
For thousands of years, acupuncture—a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine—has worked with the body’s natural energy circulation. By harnessing the body’s intricate bioelectric systems, this practice preserves optimal function and restores balance to its internal flow. Acupuncture meridian systems act as holographically interconnected maps, forming vital pathways that bridge the body, mind, and spirit.
My extensive training in Chinese, Japanese, Classical, Esoteric, Alchemical and Five Element styles provides me with a comprehensive skillset to meet diverse patient needs. Because every individual responds uniquely to treatment, I utilize these sophisticated, varied techniques to ensure the most effective and personalized care.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
As a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (D.O.M.) and a nationally licensed Chinese Herbalist, I bring a 5,000-year-old tradition of natural primary healthcare to modern, wholistic wellness. With four years of specialized training and successful completion of national board exams, I focus on understanding individual symptom presentation and constitutional presentation, emphasizing both prevention and treatment. I craft customized herbal formulas based on centuries of clinical success to achieve synergistic effects and superior efficacy. These herbal remedies are safe, effective, and can be integrated with Western medication under my professional guidance. I specialize in developing these tailored formulas, and all custom or patented formulas must be prescribed by me for fulfillment.
Shamanic Healing Sessions
Shamanic healing addresses spiritual and energetic roots of imbalance, working with spirit guides to clear blockages and restore wholeness, leading to profound shifts in physical, emotional, and mental well-being, often manifesting as deep relaxation, clarity, released trauma, and a renewed sense of purpose; it’s a profound, wholistic transformation requiring openness from the client to connect with inner power and ancestral wisdom. My shamanic healing work does not include substances, psychedelics or entheogens.
Shamanic healing sessions are available worldwide via Zoom. Because we are energetic beings, distance is not a limitation; I work directly with your biofield to provide healing, regardless of physical proximity.
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Customized, Integrative Care for Complex Lives- Supporting integrated transformation
Are you looking to bridge the gap between symptom relief and long-term, sustainable well-being? I reshape patient outcomes through intentional, personalized care. Offering Comprehensive Wellness Packages tailored to your unique needs, providing in-depth support for a wide range of multi-system disharmonies. Helping you navigate major life transitions and health challenges, Addressing the root cause of emotional, cognitive, and physical imbalances to cultivate lasting positive change. Schedule your No Charge Consultation Today to discover the potential this personalized care will provide for you.
Wellness Packages support your whole person– physically, emotionally, and energetically- at a gentle, sustainable pace.
Energy Medicine Treatments
As a practitioner of Energy Medicine, Internal Energy Qigong, and Shamanism, I treat meridian pathways in their original, interconnected form—not merely as a “protocol of points.” While Western-style acupuncture often separates these practices from their roots, my approach restores the foundational energy medicine of ancient times. Whether through specialized acupuncture or stand-alone Energetic Healing, I focus on the comprehensive, traditional system to maximize healing, requiring a deeper level of practitioner participation than standard methods.
Esoteric and Alchemical acupuncture
Embark on a journey of inner alchemy. Through targeted esoteric meridian patterns, these treatments harmonize the energetic, emotional, and physical bodies, opening the doorways to higher consciousness. By weaving together the wisdom of platonic solids, quantum energy, and conscious intention, these sessions clear energetic, mental, and astral obstacles, allowing you to embody your divine blueprint and align with your soul’s purpose.
Qigong Instruction
Combining rooted TCM principles with Qigong’s slow, mindful movement, diaphragmatic breathing, and meditative intent significantly enhances energy flow, reduces stagnation, and promotes wholistic healing. This integration balances Yin and Yang, allowing for -effortless power- (Wu Wei) and improved vitality by conserving life-force. Qigong serves as a comprehensive system for health maintenance, injury recovery, and improved, fluid circulation.
Combining Elements to Improve Flow:
- Regulating Body (Movement): Using soft, flowing movements prevents physical strain and improves circulation.
- Regulating Breath (Breathing): Slow, deep, and rhythmic abdominal breathing increases oxygen intake and directs energy
- Regulating Mind (Intent): Using meditation and focused intention connects the mind and body, directing to specific areas for healing.
- Balancing Yin & Yang: The combination of gentle movement (Yang) and stillness/relaxation (Yin) fosters a balanced, healthy state.
- Wu Wei (Effortless Action): By mastering timing and avoiding strain, the practitioner conserves Qi and achieves effortless power.
This service is available to established patients both in-person and virtually, either as a standalone offering or included in a package
Animal Energetic healing sessions
RareBird Acupuncture offers healing sessions for animals using Acupressure, Tuina and hands on energy healing techniques. At this time animal healing sessions are provided via house calls.
Check out this link to read more about this service, and contact me directly to schedule it. Read all About it.
Telemedicine Services
Receive personalized healing from the comfort of your home. Virtual services provide comprehensive support, including:
- Custom Chinese herbal formulas
- Acupressure & Meridian therapy
- Qigong instruction
- Guided Meditation & Energy medicine
- Shamanic Healing
- Nutrition consultation and lifestyle coaching
Speciality Acupuncuture Treatments and Home Care
Chinese medicine has many branches and specialities that require additional training and clinical hours, including Cosmetic Rejuvenation acupuncture and Pediatric care for children up to 12 yrs old. House calls and Home Care services are also available for ease of care.
Cosmetic Rejuvenation Acupuncture
This treatment revitalizes your complexion by stimulating Qi and blood circulation, promoting natural radiance, hydration, and collagen production. From both traditional and Western medical perspectives, targeted needling improves muscle tone, boosts elastin, and encourages cell regeneration—effectively addressing fine lines, tight jaws, and skin conditions like acne.
My practice integrates constitutional acupuncture with specialized cosmetic techniques, enhanced by facial cupping, gua sha, and crystal rollers. For comprehensive rejuvenation, I also offer derma rolling and targeted treatments for scarring or stretch marks. By balancing your specific facial needs with total-body care, I help you achieve a radiant glow from the inside out. Read more about it
Recommended Frequency of Sessions for Best Results
For optimal and lasting results, 12 consecutive treatments followed by one or two yearly follow-ups are recommended. However, even if you choose to come monthly or try it just once, you will still witness glowing results.
Pediatrics
While pediatric Chinese medicine applies traditional concepts to children, it is a distinct specialty defined by a unique energetic framework. Children possess a different energetic anatomy and physiology than adults, requiring specialized approaches to assessment, point selection, and treatment techniques. Read More About it
Evaluation and Diagnosis: Children are relatively unable to communicate subtle signs and symptoms. This inquiring phase is conducted with the child and the parent or caregiver. When a child is 6 or 7 years old, standard traditional Chinese medicine differentiations of tongue and pulse may be applied.
Treatment options: Treating children is uniquely rewarding. For patients from birth through age twelve, I prioritize non-insertive techniques and pediatric massage (Tui Na), specifically adapted to each child’s age and developmental stage. Depending on their needs, I may also prescribe Chinese herbal formulas, recommend dietary adjustments, or provide acupuncture for older children when appropriate
Common Conditions Treated for Babies and Children: Like adults, conditions can vary. A growing child may experience more stomach aches, constipation, common colds, as well as skin conditions. Other conditions that I treat are insomnia, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and anxiety.
House calls and Home care visits
To accommodate your needs, I offer two distinct off-site acupuncture services:
- Home Care Treatments: Available for new or existing patients unable to travel, including specialized, compassionate end-of-life care. House calls visits are also available.
- On-Site Community Acupuncture: Group sessions brought directly to your location.
Please contact me directly for personalized scheduling and pricing
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Optimize your care with personalized, added-modality treatments for Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Sessions may include specialized therapies to enhance your results; please note that some of these add-ons are not covered by insurance
Pulse Diagnosis– In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the pulse is more than a heart rate; it is a gateway to the meridian and organ system. By evaluating upwards of 17 different pulse qualities on each wrist, I can determine the precise needs of your body. I work in this traditional way- letting the pulse dictate the treatment, rather than relying on predetermined protocols.
Tui Na Massage Therapy is an ancient healing art that promotes balance by restoring the harmonious flow of Qi. Using rhythmic compression and skilled hand techniques, this therapy works along the body’s energy channels to enhance the natural healing process. Whether used to target specific injuries or to improve general energy flow, Tui Na offers a complete system of care for all ages and integrates seamlessly with acupuncture and other TCM practices.
While Cupping Therapy may seem like a recent trend, it is a time-tested healing method with roots in ancient cultures spanning Egypt, China, and the Middle East. The therapy involves creating suction on the skin to help address various ailments, ranging from muscle tightness to symptoms of the common cold.
Like cupping, Gua Sha is a traditional healing technique used to treat pain, muscle tightness, and the early stages of colds, while also serving as a popular cosmetic treatment. Utilizing various specialized tools to increase microcirculation, reduces inflammation, and promotes lymphatic drainage. It acts on the subcutaneous tissue to release muscle tension and, traditionally, to address internal illness
Moxibustion is a TCM technique burning the herb mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris or Ai Ye) on or near the skin to promote healing. Used for generations, this ancient, versatile therapy strengthens overall health by stimulating Qi flow, warming meridians, and tonifying the blood.
RareBird Acupuncture now offers Advanced Functional Lab Testing, featuring cutting-edge salivary diagnostics that use molecular technology to detect oral and systemic disease biomarkers. To support your healing, personalized nutritional supplements are available, which can be taken alongside custom Chinese herbal formulas to address nutrient deficiencies. Read more about Lab Testing
Long before modern medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine used diet to prevent disease. By balancing Nutrition, TCM optimizes the body’s response to illness, with proper diet and hydration capable of assisting in the treatment of—various modern diseases.
Ion Pumping Cords (IPC)- are a Japanese-style technique developed by Dr. Yoshio Manaka that, unlike conventional E-Stim, do not rely on external power sources. Using special diodes, IPCs facilitate the body’s own electron flow in one direction, creating a gentle, effective, and passive balancing of ionic energy to treat meridians. E-Stim– provides specific frequency currents to flow directly into the body.
Invented in China in 1978, the Teding Diancibo Pu (TDP) mineral lamp is a therapeutic device that emits far-infrared light, penetrating up to 5 inches into the body. Unlike conventional heaters, it features a special mineral-coated plate that releases essential trace elements when heated. Effectively aiding in the recovery by accelerates mircocirculation, reducing inflammation, and stimulating cellular metablolism.
The National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) auricular protocol is a widely used, complementary, drug free acupuncture therapy that supports recovery by addressing physical, emotional and psychological aspects of addiction, smoking cessation, and trauma. Ideally integrated into comprehensive community care, this non-verbal, group-based approach aids detoxification and stabilizes patients.
I offer these services in office and on-site in community settings. My supervisor license allows me to oversee up to 30 NADA practitoners. I’m currently supervising clinics for the unhoused community in Santa Fe, and have brought on-site care to the victims of the Hermits Peak Fire as a part of community trauma outreach.
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