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Acupuncture (for the Earth): by Cynner_SF
Happy Earth Day!
Last year, local artist Adam Kuby gave the city of Portland a much needed acupuncture treatment! In March of 2008, a 23-foot needle was installed in the south waterfront area of Portland. Several students from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine helped chose the most effective place (acupoint?) in the city.
Read this interesting article on Acufinder.com
Oliver Leonetti, LAc of Inner Gate Acupuncture
1. What brought you to Portland? I originally came to Oregon to study Biology at Lewis and Clark college. I guess I was drawn here by the progressive culture, green forests and undeveloped coastline.
2. Why did you decide to become an LAc? My first experience with acupuncture was when I was treated for a poorly-recovering foot surgery on a couch! Years later I was involved in a farm where all of our neighbors practiced western herbalism, held workshops, restored and protected native forests. While involved in this community Chinese herbalism was always discussed as a very complicated and nearly magical level of herbal medicine. I was intrigued and knew that I wanted to practice Chinese medicine.
3. Tell me about your practice. Our practice is truly wonderful. We have created an environment that empowers each of the three practitioners involved to explore different treatment modalities and herbal formulations in a supportive space. We all bring strong herbal backgrounds and strong senses of humor which makes for a fun and playful clinic. Both of our office support staff are also quite playful and add to the easy and relaxing environment. We tend to treat a lots of woman's health and fertility patients. We also see plenty of musculo-skeletal patients and digestive health issues. But in reality just about everything walks through the door.
4. Where does your passion for the medicine come from? My passion for the medicine continually evolves with my practice. I guess right now I'm simply amazed to see the difference we can make in people's quality of life with tiny precisely placed needles. People are able to gain perspective, find relaxation, achieve health care goals and become empowered by this simple medicine.
5.What your favorite restaurant in Portland? We have a friend who is a chef at Park Kitchen and have become big fans of their cuisine. It has a great local food scene with high quality ingredients and creative dishes. Though with a two-year old daughter we don't get to eat out often.
You can reach Oliver at:
Inner Gate Acupuncture 3531 NE 15th Ave, Suite A Portland Oregon 97212
office phone: 503-284-6996
Alysia Anderson, L.Ac, MAcOM, of An Sen Clinic
1. What brought you to Portland?
School brought me to Portland. In 2002, The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine was listed nationally in the top 3, for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine schools.
2. Why did you decide to become an LAc?
I was working prior to school in Pittsburgh PA, at the Center for Complementary Medicine as a research associate. There, I was able to take a closer look at Acupuncture research as well as many other alternative healing practices/supplements such as EMDR, SAM-e, etc. I also grew up with parents that were very open minded so I was exposed to alternative medicine from a very young age. I was raised vegetarian, and surrounded by the teachings of Prem Rawat, which had a deep rooted effect on the evolution of my soul, and the beauty of life and its importance.
3. Tell me about your practice.
I operate a small business in the B & O building called An Sen Clinic (SE Industrial District). The name means peaceful heart in Chinese. I developed a space which I think helps contribute to the healing sessions we offer. It is cozy and relaxing, with a modern yet traditional oriental flare. An Sen Clinic offers a variety of healing modalities, including Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Diet and Nutrition, Full Body-Massage, Reflexology and Facial Rejuvenation. I feel that my practice and practice style is ever changing, evolving, and simplifying. I like to work on many types of issues, and I sort of see myself as a GP of Chinese Medicine. I also focus heavily on mind, body connection, and mesh together TCM with 5 Element, and musculoskeletal techniques. I have a great explanation of the services we offer @http://www.portlandacupuncture.net.
Where does your passion for the medicine come from?
The passion comes from it’s connection with nature and energy, which we are apart of and flowing with. I love that is offers something else, something deeper on a healing level than your average medicine. I like to listen.
4. Any advice for patients?
Think of yourself as training for a difficult race. Your body and mind have to be in peak shape, which isn’t always easy. Take it step by step, be firm in what you want to accomplish, but don’t beat yourself up. Get the support you need with the medicine we offer.
5. What is your favorite Portland restaurant and why?
Boy that’s tough. I guess I will mention my local fav “The Blue Monk” in the Belmont District, for the times I just need to simply walk up the street, sit down, and have their “cilantrotini”. I really like and jive with the east coast owners. It’s a great chill out spot.
You can contact Alysia at:
Portland Acupuncture at An Sen Clinic 107 SE Washington St. Suite #134 Portland, Oregon 97214
Clinic: 503-236-6633 Cell: 503-473-2914 Fax: 503-234-2185
www.portlandacupuncture.net info@portlandacupuncture.net
Sorry about the hiatus in posts! Had to study for then sit my final exams, then recuperate for a few days.
While acupuncture is affordable to those who have health insurance or are able to pay out of pocket, there are many more who can’t afford $50-$95 per hour. Luckily for us, Portland has sprouted up several alternative treatment sites in the form of group acupuncture. Working Class Acupuncture, with its beautiful building, experienced practitioners, and easy location, offers a sliding pay scale to patients. Community acupuncture is spreading steadily across the country- check out nation-wide people who are starting clinics here. Having received treatments at both WCA and Brooklyn Community Acupuncture, I’d highly recommend checking out group acupuncture. It’s easy, affordable, and effective.
Instead of the standard one-person-per-room, the treatment is in a large space with several comfortable armchairs grouped together. Two or three practitioners treat all patients at the same time as you lounge and listen to soothing music (and possibly fall blissfully asleep like I did).
Group treatment is such a great option if you are lower on cash, and are comfortable having your treatment with a few other people. Most group treatment facilities also offer single rooms if you prefer or require a private treatment, which is also a great way to experience acupuncture for the first time.
