The times are imperative, let us slow down.
Bayo Akomolafe
Offerings
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Alchemical Acupuncture
Elemental Acupuncture treatment, tailored specifically for the needs of each unique patient.
$225 Initial Treatment 1.5 hours
$150 Follow Up Treatments 1 hour
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Inner Cultivation
Individually Curated Private Instruction
Offered in person or virtually by appointment
$100 hour long session
Methodology: Esoteric Tao-Buddhist meditation, inner alchemy, qigong & alchemical kung fu arts
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Punch - Liberation Through the Fist
My Punch Program is Alchemical Kung Fu based, cultivating strength, resilience and somatic healing.
Private Instruction in person or virtually
$100 hour long session
Small group classes TBA
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Alchemical Astrology
Natal Chart Reading based on taoist & vedic alchemical wisdom traditions
$200 hour long session
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Flower Essences
Uniquely Crafted custom blend flower essence remedies to support shifts and incarnations of soul and psycho-emotional level healing work
$50
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Herbs
Traditional Taoist Medicine Herbal Formulas to support the transformational process between sessions
$30-$60/variable
Acupuncture
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What Does Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture is a capable, ancient scientific medical art, adept at treating a wide range of disease and imbalance, both chronic and acute. Some of the most common things that show up in my treatment room are psycho-emotional distress (depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, suicidal-ideation, disordered eating, disassociative states, mental health disorders, insomnia), autoimmune diseases (RA, crohns, lupus, IBD/IBS, colitis, CFS, HS, Diabetes, hyper/hypo/hashimoto’s thyroid, allergies/sinus), Neurodivergent sensory and cognitive challenges, , pain (headaches, back pain, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, tmj), neurological conditions (migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, nerve pain, stroke recovery, seizures, neuropathy, tinnitus, post-concussive syndrome, traumatic brain injury), cancer/oncological disorders , post viral malaise (long covid, Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome ME/CFS), hormone health (fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, labor induction, breech babu turning, lactation, peri/present/post menopause). And my personal favorite - the “undiagnosable-no one can figure this out” disorder.
How Does It Work?
Acupuncture works with the mai, the living network of meridians or channels, that have correlations to different organs, body parts, sense organs, emotions, seasons, tastes, temperatures and time of day. Think of it as your own living embodiment of a circuit board, or a great web of interconnected parts, each with their own unique abilities, all contributing to the harmonic working of the whole system. Points are stimulated along those meridians using moxibustion, needles, flower essences, touch, or essential oils. Each point has a specific purpose and function, that treats the issue on all levels, mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. The treatment is tailor made for each unique patient according to their current concerns, symptoms, history, nature, and constitution. The points stimulate the qi, or living energy, blood/circulation and nerve pathways. Acupuncture is an ancient scientific medical art, infused with the ever present mystery of the tao.
When Will I Start Feeling Better?
Everyone is different, and each person’s transformational and healing journey is unique. Many patients notice a difference right away, sometimes with the first needle or grain of moxa. Others need more time to process the treatment and may start feeling more results within 24-48 hours. Depending on the severity and how chronic the disorder is, it may take a few sessions before some patients really start to sense the changes the treatment is offering and initiating. There may be blocks that need to be addressed first in order for the treatment to be able to take root in the system. Simply begin with your first session and see how the treatment resonates with you. You will have a sense of it. If it is something you wish to continue, typically 4-6 weekly treatments are advised, and then we re-evaluate from there. If it’s a long term chronic condition, continued regular treatment may be advisable. If it’s something that can be remedied more quickly, treatment can shift to bi-weekly or once per month for a tune-up and as preventative medicine. If there is a mental-emotional issue that needs consistent attention, we can give it that. In the end, each patient finds their own rhythm. As we hold the vision of ourselves as whole and well, and place our devotion into our healing and inner work, one step at a time, we begin to respond differently to our challenges and ourSelves. Through this process of patient resilience, new possibilities naturally emerge over time.
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What people have to say…
Tara W, Attorney, Mama, & qigong student
“I started acupuncture treatment with Karla in 2017 while I was pregnant with my second child. At that time, I was looking for relief from nausea and exhaustion. At 20 weeks, I was still having “morning sickness” around the clock. Karla’s acupuncture treatments were the only relief I could find, despite having tried medication, various supplements, and dietary changes. I continued weekly treatments during my second and third trimesters. At 37 weeks, my baby was breech and my c-section was scheduled. My doctor suggested a procedure where he could manually turn the baby, still nestled in my body. I declined, but continued treatment with Karla, who empowered me to perform a very simple moxibustion therapy at home. I burned a moxa incense stick near an acupuncture point on my toes a few times per day. Three days later, I woke up in the middle of the night to the baby turning, landing with her head down. I had a normal, vaginal delivery two weeks later.
Without question, Karla’s treatments addressed my primary complaints: morning sickness and a baby in breech position. In Karla, though, I found so much more. Together, we worked through the trauma of my two prior miscarriages, and the difficult birth of my first daughter. As a trained doula, she created a refuge for all of my fears of labor and delivery, breastfeeding and motherhood in general. I found the short visits with the obstetrician during my pregnancy helpful, but my hour-long weekly sessions with Karla were invaluable. My work with Karla elevated me to a new understanding of myself and a state of physical and emotional readiness to take on the various, developing aspects of my life. Four years later, I continue this work – with Karla and on my own – transforming in ways I had never imagined.”
Ashley, SM Director
“The most aligned and in-tune I’ve ever felt.
Although it feels like I have known Karla for lifetimes upon lifetimes before, I have only been a client of her’s for the past 4 years.
I originally saw Karla for an acute back issue and once that emergency situation was resolved we have been working on healing the other areas that have been chronic issues in my body for as long as I can remember.
With each session that passes I feel closer and closer to having my body and health being in alignment with the energy that I feel inside.
What I love the most about the work that I do with Karla is the constant acknowledgment that it is all connected. There is never just an illness or an aliment.....there is always a root cause (usually a trauma) that is tied to the dis-ease in the body. I know that there is always inner work that I need to do once Karla’s work is done. When you have this level of awareness with yourself combined with Karla’s work true healing and magic are going to happen!!
Without the work I have done with Karla I would be on multiple medications, gone through numerous surgeries and I would have been left powerless and out of control of my own healing not to mentioned all of the things mentioned above would have affected my ability to be the mom that my daughter needs!
With each session that passes not only to I physically feel changes and improvements, but I feel empowered and strong!! I am grateful that I listened to my gut when it came to my healing and that I did not get caught up in fear from family and medical professionals when it came to deciding what path was right for me in my healing journey.
Karla is one of the most beautiful humans that have ever crossed my path. Her energy, passion for healing, authenticity, and expertise is a powerful combination for anyone who is truly ready to heal and to experience their full potential.”
Jarin, Massage Therapist
“There is a poetic nature about the way Karla practices acupuncture. I was impressed by her level of expertise. I think the the treatment was effective because she was selfless in the way she practiced, allowing for my healing. I also feel energized and inspired after my treatments. After only two sessions the pain I experienced in my knees had reduced about 90%. I'm newly thinking; acupuncture is a smart choice for healing and maintaining health as a lifestyle.”
Matt, Events Manager
“Two words come to mind: FUCK YEAH! I started my healing journey with Karla a few years back. Five element acupuncture, mixed with Karla’s healing touch, has changed my life for the better; mentally, physically, and spiritually.”
Marjorie, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Holistic Nutritionist
I have had the pleasure of working with Karla for three and a half years. I can say, with ease and confidence, that our sessions have profoundly increased the robustness of my health and well being. I consider our treatments to be one of the most important aspects of the maintenance of my overall wellness. With her healing touch, and intentional conversation, Karla curates individualized treatment that supports mental, physical and emotional progress and healing. Her expertise and genuine care has helped me through many a difficult season of my life. She has an insatiable thirst for consistent acquisition of knowledge, and is therefore able to offer even more to her clients day by day. 10 out of 10! Highly recommend! Karla is a gift with a gift!