The physical practice of acupuncture involves sterile, single-use needles placed into the skin at specific points.

This stimulates the body to heal itself. The points of insertion are on channels (or meridians) linked to specific organs and system.

In our Naperville acupuncture centre, our initial visit is an hour and half and we sit and chat, I ask a lot of questions! I will build up a story of your health and during the final 30 minutes, I do the acupuncture based on what is going on for you at the time and what your health goals are.

I have options in my office for people to sit in a comfortable recliner or to lay on a massage table. Some people like for me to stay with them, but others want to just chill out in the room alone. I let YOU, the patient, decide how you want to use your acupuncture time.

After I place the points, you can close your eyes and relax. Some people will fall asleep. It is generally a deeply relaxing experience.

Follow up sessions are 1 hour – again we talk first and then I choose the points based on your health needs.

The quick answer is, NO! Acupuncture needles don’t hurt! Under a microscope, a Chinese medicine acupuncture needle is thinner than a strand of hair. They are not typical needles that you may encounter in life or in the medical profession.

the acupuncture needles are tiny
the acupuncture needles do not hurt
there are virtually no side effects

There is no one size fits all because every person is different, and every issue is different. I suggest 3 sessions as a starting point, if after 3 sessions we can’t see obvious progress, I will help you find other options. The whole idea is to be getting better!  

My motto is: “I want to see you, and then I don’t want to see you, because when I don’t see you it means you are better.”

Here in Naperville IL, I practice a type of acupuncture called The Balance Method. I typically ask people to wear loose clothing and layers. I will need access to your legs from the knees down and your arms from the shoulders down. 

Most people will stay fully dressed and I can usually push clothing out of the way when needed.

Yes! While the benefits of acupuncture for physical health is widely known, the benefits of acupuncture for mental health are being discovered worldwide. Giving more options to those struggling with mental health issues.

A 2013 study came out with the conclusion that acupuncture was just as good as counseling for depression. It can be an alternative and/or a complement to conventional medication/treatment for mental health.

For acupuncture in Naperville, IL we have a big focus on recovery, mental health and pain management both physical and mental and we are excited to share this journey with you.

Currently, for acupuncture in Naperville, I do not accept insurance directly.  There are a couple reasons why I don't:

1. In the State of Illinois, there are not many insurance carriers that cover acupuncture.
2. I want everyone to have access to acupuncture with me and not be bound by who or what your insurance carrier approves. 
3. I offer a sliding fee if needed because I have always said that money should not be barrier to care.  

If you check with your insurance company and they cover acupuncture I am happy to provide a "superbill" (fancy name for an invoice with codes on it)