Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Provider in Hood River
Family Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine has been dedicated to holistic wellness since its founding. Our practice combines traditional acupuncture techniques with customized herbal medicine to address both acute and chronic health concerns. With over a decade of clinical experience, we specialize in treating pain management, internal imbalances, women's health, and pediatric conditions. Our founder, Laura Mayo, brings a unique blend of formal education in Chemical Engineering and a Master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine to every treatment.We prioritize personalized care through detailed consultations, follow-up support, and tailored treatment plans that integrate both Eastern and Western medical approaches. Our externship experience at Portland's Quest Center treating cancer patients demonstrates our commitment to comprehensive healthcare solutions. Patients consistently report rapid symptom relief, improved quality of life, and appreciation for our compassionate, whole-body healing philosophy.
Services
Pain Management
Internal Imbalances
Women's Health
Pediatric Care
Herbal Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer over 10 years of clinical experience in acupuncture and herbal medicine
- Our treatments combine Eastern traditions with Western medical understanding
- Personalized care plans include detailed consultations and follow-up support
- Founder holds Master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- Proven success treating complex conditions like chronic pain and fertility issues
What people say
Miracle results
Best practitioner
Amazing results
Compassionate approach
Rapid symptom relief
Services
Pain Management
Our acupuncture treatments effectively address chronic and acute pain conditions including neck/back pain, sciatica, joint pain, and headaches. By improving blood circulation and reducing inflammation, we help patients achieve lasting pain relief without medication dependency. Patients often experience noticeable improvement after initial sessions.
Women's Health
Specialized treatments support women's health through menstrual regulation, fertility enhancement, pregnancy support, and menopause transition. Combining acupuncture with herbal medicine, we address conditions like PMS, irregular menstruation, and postpartum recovery while promoting overall hormonal balance.
Herbal Medicine
Tailored herbal prescriptions complement acupuncture treatments for internal imbalances and chronic conditions. Our formulas address digestive issues, anxiety, chronic fatigue, and post-viral symptoms using time-tested Chinese herbal traditions adapted to individual patient needs.
Pediatric Care
Gentle acupuncture and herbal treatments for children address common health concerns using non-invasive techniques. We specialize in safe, effective care for infants through pre-teens, focusing on rapid response to treatment while maintaining comfort during sessions.
Internal Imbalances
Our approach to internal medicine addresses sleep disturbances, digestive disorders, and emotional health through integrated acupuncture and lifestyle recommendations. Treatments focus on restoring systemic balance to improve energy levels, mood stability, and overall wellness.
People
Laura Mayo
Licensed Acupuncturist
Laura Mayo combines a Master's in Acupuncture with chemical engineering expertise. With over 10 years of clinical experience, she specializes in pain management, women's health, and pediatric care. Her approach integrates Eastern medicine with Western science for comprehensive treatment plans.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture effectively treat?
Acupuncture successfully addresses pain management, women's health issues, digestive disorders, anxiety, chronic fatigue, and post-viral symptoms. We also specialize in fertility support and pediatric care.
How does herbal medicine complement acupuncture treatments?
Custom herbal formulas enhance acupuncture effects by addressing internal imbalances between sessions. They provide continuous therapeutic support for chronic conditions and help maintain treatment progress.
What should I expect during my first acupuncture session?
Initial visits include comprehensive health assessment, personalized treatment planning, and gentle acupuncture application. Laura explains each step and ensures patient comfort throughout the process.
Do you accept insurance for acupuncture treatments?
We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly about acupuncture coverage. Our staff provides necessary documentation for potential reimbursement.
How many treatment sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition. Many patients notice improvement after 3-5 sessions, with chronic conditions requiring extended care. Laura creates personalized schedules based on individual needs.
Reviews (6)
Jim Mederios
Oct 21, 2020
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I went to see Laura Mayo for help with ongoing morning nausea.I have been extensively tested for the cause of my chronic nausea to no avail.I was taking medication every morning to help get rid of nausea,but I was still waking up nauseous.Laura was the first person I saw that came up with a diagnoses at all.To top it off I am certain she was absolutely right because she once again got me "healed".This is the second time Laura helped me.Both times it was her getting me better with long term health issues.I whole hearted recommend Laura to anyone and everyone!
Giselle Kennedy
May 21, 2020
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism
Laura is a thoughtful and kind practitioner. She helped me (and my back) through a really difficult time. I have always felt very comfortable in Laura's treatment room and appreciate her exploring different practices and possibilities for my treatment.
Laura is a thoughtful and kind practitioner. She helped me (and my back) through a really difficult time. I have always felt very comfortable in Laura's treatment room and appreciate her exploring different practices and possibilities for my treatment.
E. Moorebrook
Sep 06, 2017
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Laura is an expert, extremely knowledgable and professional. I highly recommend her. After two plus years of having trouble conceiving, I sought her out as my last natural option before trying surgery. After six weeks of treatment I became pregnant with my daughter!
Emily Curtis
Oct 22, 2016
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Family Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine has been a great resource of healing and information. I appreciate Laura's insight, good questions, and knowledge of the body. Acupuncture has helped me greatly- I recommend anyone nervous to try to see Laura. The office is calming and inviting, just like Laura!
Maureen Sprague
Sep 10, 2016
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I have been seeing Laura for several years now and her treatments have been foundational to helping me heal from chronic Lyme disease. I always leave her office feeling better and relaxed, and the effects are long lasting. She is excellent at assessing what systems in the body need support and she is very sensitive to what your body need in that moment. She is a very skilled herbalist and has helped me navigate the complex herbal treatment regimen for lyme. She is compassionate and present at every session. Really she is all you could ask for in a practitioner!
Mary Jean Risheim
Jul 03, 2016
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When was the last time a health care practitioner sat down with you and discussed your health in detail for more than 5 minutes? This is perhaps one of the best things Laura Mayo does as a heath care professional. She spends quality time with you getting to the bottom of your problems. Once she has determined a treatment path, she is caring, concerned and spot-on with her treatments. She has helped me with injuries and internal health adjustments and made me feel like a brand new person. After following her treatments for about 7 months now I am feeling better in ways that I thought were impossible
