Business Details
11 Years
experience
Personalized Acupuncture Care in Waterbury, VT
At Earth Sea Acupuncture, we combine ancient healing wisdom with modern understanding to address stress, pain, and imbalance. Since 2015, we have provided personalized, one-on-one treatments in Waterbury, Vermont, serving clients from surrounding communities. Our approach focuses on restoring harmony to the body's systems through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and complementary therapies. We specialize in treating chronic pain, reproductive health, mental wellness, and stress-related conditions. Our team of licensed practitioners brings extensive training and compassionate care to every session.We believe in creating a safe space for healing, emphasizing trauma-informed practices and individualized treatment plans. With expertise in both physical and energetic healing, we help clients achieve lasting wellness beyond symptom relief. Our services include cupping, guasha, moxibustion, aromatherapy, and crystal therapy. We welcome all bodies, gender expressions, and abilities in a judgment-free environment. Our commitment to quality extends to sourcing safe, high-grade herbal formulas for long-term recovery.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Cupping Therapy
Guasha Treatment
Moxibustion
Aromatherapy
Crystal Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized, one-on-one treatments addressing root causes of discomfort
- Our practitioners hold advanced degrees and national board certifications
- We combine 5,000-year-old healing traditions with modern medical understanding
- Trauma-informed care with a weight-inclusive, non-judgmental approach
- Specialized expertise in reproductive health and chronic pain management
Associations and certifications
- NCCAOM
What people say
Pain free
Deep relaxation
Personalized treatment
Compassionate care
Lasting wellness
Services
Acupuncture
Classical acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate energy flow and promote healing. Our practitioners target specific points to address chronic pain, stress, and systemic imbalances. This treatment helps restore natural healing processes while improving physical and emotional well-being through regulated energy pathways.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulas combine 5,000-year-old traditions with modern research. We prescribe carefully sourced blends to support long-term recovery from chronic conditions. These formulas work at cellular levels to address root causes of discomfort while complementing acupuncture treatments for enhanced therapeutic effects.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping uses controlled suction to release muscle tension and improve circulation. This therapy targets deep tissue restrictions while drawing out toxins. Patients experience immediate relaxation of tight muscles combined with improved range of motion and reduced inflammation through enhanced blood flow.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion applies controlled heat to acupuncture points using mugwort. This warming technique nourishes blood flow and strengthens energy levels. Patients benefit from reduced joint pain, improved digestion, and enhanced immune function through targeted thermal stimulation of meridian pathways.
Aromatherapy
Clinical aromatherapy integrates essential oils during treatments to enhance emotional well-being. Topical application and inhalation methods help regulate mood and stress levels. Our high-quality oils complement acupuncture sessions by promoting deeper relaxation and supporting nervous system balance.
People
Allison Jacob
Owner & Founder
Licensed acupuncturist with MSOM and NCCAOM certification. Specializes in chronic illness, reproductive health, and emotional well-being. Combines interfaith chaplaincy experience with trauma-informed care. Practices weight-inclusive, non-judgmental treatment approaches.
Lindsay Quenneville
Acupuncture Associate
NCCAOM-certified acupuncturist with MAOM degree. Focuses on mental health, chronic pain, and women's health. Former Vermont Community Acupuncture practitioner. Emphasizes patient-centered care and active listening during treatments. Integrates social work background into holistic practice.
Rena Flint
Administrative Assistant
Multi-generation Vermonter with 12 years personal acupuncture experience. Manages office operations while maintaining deep understanding of holistic healthcare benefits. Provides welcoming support to all patients. Longtime advocate for traditional healing methods.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat chronic pain, stress-related disorders, reproductive health issues, anxiety, insomnia, digestive complaints, and post-injury recovery using acupuncture and complementary therapies.
Are your practitioners licensed?
Yes, all our acupuncturists hold national NCCAOM certification and Vermont state licensure with advanced degrees in Oriental medicine.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first session includes health history review, personalized treatment plan, and relaxing acupuncture session with possible complementary therapies in our peaceful environment.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill receipts for potential insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance carriers. Check with your provider for out-of-network benefits.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition. Most patients notice improvements within 4-6 sessions, with chronic conditions requiring longer-term care for lasting results.
What makes your practice different?
We combine trauma-informed care, personalized treatment, and multiple healing modalities with deep expertise in both Eastern and Western health perspectives.
Reviews (7)
Bern R.
Jul 21, 2021
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Allison brings not only Acupuncture, knowledge of herbs, moxi, but her own special gift for listening and discerning what I might need. She has helped me with injury, and also supported me through a chronic illness. Waterbury area folks are blessed to have her practice there. Thank you, Allison!
Erica Getto
Jun 05, 2020
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Allison's treatments are extremely helpful, for a number of reasons, but primarily for me they encourage the movement of my emotions. My feelings tend to get stuck in my body. She always knows the right therapies and approaches depending on how I feel. I am very grateful for that and would recommend her highly. She holds a uniquely safe and peaceful space.
Jamie McKenzie
Dec 27, 2019
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Allison really helped ease and eliminate the uncomfortable symptoms of my pregnancy and continues to help me feel balanced and healthy. Her approach is very thoughtful and holistic and she has always made me feel really comfortable. I look forward to my treatments and would recommend her to anyone seeking support with their health concerns.
Billy Vigdor
Nov 13, 2019
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I was new to acupuncture and pretty skeptical. I had a series of complex issues. Alison was up front with me. My pain had been with me for months. Physical therapy was not helping. I decided to see Alison. She was up front and indicated we would need a series of sessions and we needed to be patient (there were muscular and joint issues). Alison was a fantastic listener, rare in the medical profession. Some days the treatment made no difference, sometimes the pain moved to different parts of my body and some days there was no difference. But with a lot of discussion and persistence, the problems
Cathy Systo
Oct 19, 2019
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Alison has been treating me for a few weeks for several different issues (back, shoulder, elbow, digestion, and menopause). I was very skeptical at first but quickly noticed many of my aches and pains were significantly improved even after the first couple sessions. She is kind, patient, intuitive and knowledgeable, and uses a variety of different techniques along with supplements to support the acupuncture treatments. Im honestly amazed at the progress she has made in helping me feel better, I cant say enough good things about her and her practice.
Sharon McGreevy
Oct 11, 2019
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I saw Allison several times for a lower back problem. She is caring and knowledgeable, and her treatments were effective. I appreciate her approach to treating the whole body including taking the time to know her clients. I will go back again!
Alexa Gould-Kavet
Sep 08, 2019
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Alison is the most grounded, personable and skilled acupuncturist I have seen, and I have seen many. I think she is gifted in her ability to be incredibly attuned to each person as an individual; she really listens, never gives unsolicited advice, and is extremely thoughtful and nuanced about what treatment to give. I dont feel judged or critiqued by her which is really important to me, as it is important to be open with a practitioner about both your physical and mental health, which can be quite vulnerable. I feel comfortable with her in a very precious and unique way. She is very genuine
