Issue: Obesity
“Sarah has been helping me to lose weight. I’ve been struggling with my weight for most of my life, and wanted to try something different. Not only does she give me acupuncture treatments, but she also gives me food therapy advice and makes suggestions for things I can try at home. This way I can be responsible for my own health. As my body changes, Sarah is willing to try new things and adjust her treatments for what I need. She helped me to find my own personal ability to succeed, so I know that I can do anything I set my mind to. I have already lost 30 pounds and I know that my weight loss will continue.”
L.P.
Issue: Sciatic Pain
“The moment I was up and off the table, I knew that my body would begin to "heal" from my pain. WOW! For three years I had gone to chiropractors, done stretching, yoga and massage without any relief from my sciatica. In that first session with Sarah it was almost GONE! To me that was incredible. Before seeing her, my fear was that my hip pain would become a life changing problem. I hated that thought. I depend on my body for a living. A friend suggested seeing Sarah for help. I couldn't delay because the pain was so bad. Sarah was fantastic! She has such a caring and intuitive nature to her approach with acupuncture. I felt at ease immediately. I could tell that she saw her work in an artistic way, very creative. I ran home and emailed everyone I knew with my happy results. Some of them went to see her and they were just as amazed! I have gone back and will continue to see Sarah for maintenance. At 47 taking care of my body is no longer a choice. Yes, yoga and massage are wonderful things but for me not as necessary as acupuncture. Let Sarah guide you through the healing process that acupuncture will take you. It's the best gift that you can give yourself. Namaste!”
D.T.
Issue: Fear of Needles, Pre- and Post-Surgery
“When I initiated treatment with Sarah I was very sensitive and fearful of needles because my body was unhealthy - the very purpose for my visits. Sarah was sensitive to my needs for a gentle insertion technique that included energy work to virtually eliminate any discomfort I felt. Of course, now that I'm stronger and healthier I no longer have any fear of needles.”
S.S.
Issue: Sports Injuries
“During my preparation to compete in the Ironman Triathlon in 2008, Sarah helped me overcome various physiological ailments. I had troubled knees (running/biking), ankles (running), neck/back (biking/running), and shoulders (swimming). In conjunction with my stretching & massage therapy, Sarah was an integral part of my whole-body healing and health. Thank you so much for contributing to my dream of completing Ironman!!!”
D.S.
Issue: Joint Pain, Tremors, Common Colds
“Sarah has been my acupuncturist for a few years now. My medical challenges have been varied and complex, as western medicine hasn't given me adequate pain relief. I’ve had both knees and both hips replaced. In addition, I have benign head and hand tremors, but did not wish to add another medical pill to treat this. Acupuncture gives me pain relief and it helps me sleep at night. I now have very slight tremors occasionally. Acupuncture has an amazing healing effect on my whole body. Sarah also uses the Chinese technique of Tui Na massage for the many times I overdo exercise or using my muscles. Sarah has also recommended herbs for sinus problems and colds. I am impressed with how effectively they work! I recommend Sarah as a compassionate, knowledgeable, and experienced practitioner. I will continue to see her throughout my lifetime.”
C.S.
Issue: Low Back Pain
“Over the last few years I have had lower back pain which radiates into the sacrum area. I tried many modalities to treat my problem. Chiropractic, rolfing and massage. It was not until I heard about trying acupuncture for pain management. Sarah my acupuncturist that I met around 3 years ago started treatments on my lower back and sacrum area. I had a few appointments with her and it has relieved the pain and pressure feeling I have daily. I am a runner and acupuncture not only relieves the pain and pressure but my running has also improved.”
L.T.
Issue: Carpal Tunnel, Constipation, Needle Sensitivity
“Sarah, I want to thank you for the startling results I’ve received through your treatment of my carpal tunnel syndrome and constipation. My long days at the computer had caused me to have to sleep and drive with braces on both wrists. I put them away and haven't used them since completion of the series of acupuncture treatments. With my oversensitivity to needling, I was surprised that you could still get results without making me uncomfortable.
The huge number of prescriptions I'm taking following my life-changing illness caused me to go from IBS to chronic constipation. My endless attempts to solve the problem with fiber supplements, laxatives and ultimately suppositories, had me frustrated and worried. After trying a couple of herbal supplements, you were able to find the combination and dosage that has allowed me to be near normal for the first time in a decade. What a relief to not have that anxiety always in the back of my mind to worry about.
I also want to thank you on behalf of my many friends that I referred to you. They have mentioned on many occasions how much acupuncture has helped them with sleeplessness, pain, stress and relaxation problems. Thank you so much – your driving desire to help people through health issues will no doubt take your practice to great success.”
T.S.
Issue: Stress
“I've been going to Sarah for a little over a year now. The first time I had my session, I did not have any education on the process or what acupuncture was about, but Sarah educated me right away. The main reason why I see Sarah is for stress and relaxation. In my full time job I dispatch for a busy plumbing and heating company, which is a very intense job for 13 hours each shift; I also have a part time job. Even my technicians notice how much more relaxed and calm I am the next day after a treatment, so they fully appreciate the work that Sarah does for me. I'm always a little less intense for the next week or so, so they also thank her as well!! I wish I could see her more, and I definitely tell people about how much I love my treatments when I have them!”
D.S.
Issue: Sports Injury
“Sarah was great in every session. She listened carefully to me about my symptoms and needs, and would research and find the best ways and suggest them to me. She was experimental but at the same time very sensitive to my feelings and body. She was always communicative and sure about her treatments.”
S.N.
Issue: Hypothyroidism, Food Allergies, Depression, Anxiety
“I have had hypothyroidism for about 11 years now. I became allergic to the medication after a couple years of treatment. About a year and a half ago, I began to show some very serious signs of food allergies as well. I had around the clock acid regurgitation, bloating, vomiting, severe constipation, and my stomach always hurt along with all the symptoms of thyroid disease including hair loss, fatigue, depression, anxiety, muscle degeneration, and perimenopausal symptoms (due to the underproduction of sex hormones that the thyroid governs).
After observing a gluten, dairy and soy free diet I was able to reduce many of the digestive symptoms, but I was still having trouble absorbing nutrients from my food. Despite a high fat and caloric diet I was unable to keep weight on. My vitamin K levels were so low I was having trouble making clotting factors and had serious issues with bleeding. On top of all this, the dysmenorrhea I had during my time of the month was making me vomit bile. I was aging quickly too, showing wrinkles and grey hair at only 27. I was stressed, frustrated and hopeless feeling. Then cysts developed in my breasts and made them uneven in size. My regular doctors just wanted to put me on the thyroid meds I had already explained to them I was allergic to and shoo me out of their office.
I started seeing Sarah for acupuncture treatments this year. Since then everything has made steady improvements. I feel more energy, I've put on some muscle and my wrinkles are almost unnoticeable. My digestion has improved by leaps and bounds. My periods aren't even half as painful anymore. My hair has started to come in thicker and with color, and most importantly, I feel better. I feel better about myself, I feel more calm, less depressed and anxious. The cysts have even started shrinking, sometimes it's hard to believe after all those years I struggled. Sarah also has an excellent disposition. I really love going to see her. She is a very attentive listener, she adjusts the treatment to what I feel comfortable with and even makes a point to include cosmetic aspects in her treatment so I don't just feel better, I look better too. I'm really glad to have her treating me.”
E.A.
