Mental Health & Stress
Mental Health, Stress, and Nervous System Support
How Chinese Medicine Approaches This Area of Care
In Chinese medicine, mental and emotional health are inseparable from physical health. Our emotions are understood as natural, healthy responses to life; but when they are intense, prolonged, overwhelming, or suppressed, they can disrupt the smooth flow of Qi (vital energy), Blood, and the balance of organ systems. Each organ system is associated with specific emotional qualities, and when the body is out of balance, emotional symptoms often appear alongside physical ones. Rather than separating mind and body, Chinese medicine treats them as one interconnected whole.
Ongoing stress places a significant demand on the nervous system. When the body remains in a prolonged state of activation, it can contribute to sleep disturbances, digestive issues, pain, lowered immunity, and exhaustion. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine aim to gently restore balance, regulate the nervous system, and support emotional resilience, helping you feel more grounded, calm, and connected to themselves over time.
Conditions Commonly Treated
• Stress and burnout
• Depression and low mood
• Anxiety and overwhelm
• Panic attacks
• Insomnia and sleep disturbances
• Anger, irritability and mood swings
• Grief and loss
• Trauma and PTSD
• Addiction and recovery support
• Brain fog and difficulty concentrating
• Restlessness, difficulty relaxing or unwinding
• Adrenal fatigue and exhaustion
Depending on your needs, care may include: Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Massage, Infrared Light Therapy, Moxibustion, Dietary Guidance, Lifestyle Guidance, Ear Seeds, Yoga
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