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Finding Balance: How Acupuncture Eases the Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
When someone receives a cancer diagnosis, it can feel like the world has tilted on its axis. The whirlwind of medical appointments, chemotherapy sessions, and the relentless tide of side effects can leave patients drained. Nausea, fatigue, and neuropathy can cloud the difficult days of treatment, making each step forward feel heavier than the last. Many oncologists are becoming
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The Uncertainty of Unexplained Infertility: A Therapist’s Perspective on Finding Your Path Forward
Written by Jessica Katz
About the Author:
Jessica Katz is a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience specializing in reproductive mental health. As the owner of Empress Counseling, she helps individuals and families navigate infertility, pregnancy loss, and perinatal challenge, using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches like mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and compassion-focused therapy. Learn more
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The Science Behind Acupuncture and ADHD
When people first hear the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for either themselves or their children, there can be a mix of relief and apprehension. The relief comes from understanding the challenges that must be faced; the apprehension stems from concerns about the long-term use of stimulant medications. If you face such a diagnosis and are looking
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The Synergy of Acupuncture and Chiropractic Care: A Path to Holistic Healing
Acupuncture and chiropractic care are two complementary therapies rooted in vastly different traditions but with a shared goal of restoring balance and promoting the body’s natural ability to heal. While acupuncture has its origins in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), focusing on the flow of energy through meridians, chiropractic care stems from Western practices that emphasize spinal alignment and nervous
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Shallow vs. Deep Acupuncture Needling
Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, originating in ancient China as a method to restore the body’s balance and promote healing. While the fundamental premise — stimulating specific points on the body to affect energy flow or “qi”— remains consistent, practitioners have developed varying techniques, including shallow and deep needling. Each method has its own strengths, applications,
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