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Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Healing in Portland
Authentic Healing Wellness is a holistic health practice dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their well-being through acupuncture, wellness coaching, and immersive retreats. Founded by Shannon Chawla, a licensed acupuncturist with over 25 years of experience, our practice blends ancient Eastern medicine with modern wellness science to address chronic pain, emotional stress, and systemic imbalances. We specialize in personalized treatments that regulate the nervous system, reduce inflammation, and restore the body's natural equilibrium. Our team combines evidence-based practices with intuitive care, offering tailored acupuncture sessions, one-on-one health coaching, and educational retreats designed to foster long-term healing.We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education in pain science, somatic therapies, and integrative medicine. Our commitment to client-centered care is demonstrated through our track record of successful outcomes in treating complex conditions like Meniere's disease, Crohn's disease, and chronic pain syndromes. We operate with full transparency about treatment processes and maintain strict ethical standards in all client interactions.
Services
Acupuncture
Wellness Coaching
Health Retreats
Pain Management
Nervous System Regulation
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized experience in acupuncture and integrative wellness.
- Our treatments combine Eastern medicine with evidence-based pain science methodologies.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each client's unique health needs.
- Our founder has successfully treated complex conditions like Meniere's disease.
- We maintain strict ethical standards with transparent communication about treatment processes.
What people say
Lifesaver for chronic pain
Gentle yet effective techniques
Personalized treatment plans
Supportive healing environment
Proven results with complex conditions
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use traditional techniques combined with modern pain science to address chronic pain, inflammation, and nervous system imbalances. By stimulating specific meridian points, we help reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and promote natural healing. Clients receive personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific conditions, with options for needle-free approaches for sensitive individuals.
Wellness Coaching
This service provides structured guidance for individuals seeking to improve physical, emotional, and mental well-being through lifestyle changes. We help clients develop sustainable habits, manage chronic conditions, and build personalized wellness plans using evidence-based methodologies. Our approach integrates mind-body connections to create lasting health improvements through regular coaching sessions.
Health Retreats
Our immersive retreats offer focused healing experiences combining mindfulness practices, movement therapy, and holistic health education. Designed for women in transition and individuals seeking deeper healing, these retreats provide tools for stress reduction, emotional balance, and personal transformation. Participants engage in guided practices that promote long-term wellness and self-awareness.
Pain Management
This specialized program addresses chronic pain through a multi-disciplinary approach combining acupuncture, nervous system regulation, and self-care practices. We teach clients to understand pain science, develop coping strategies, and implement lifestyle changes that support lasting relief. The program includes both in-person treatments and self-paced learning components.
Nervous System Regulation
This service focuses on restoring balance to the autonomic nervous system through targeted acupuncture, breathwork, and somatic practices. We help clients reduce chronic stress responses, improve emotional regulation, and develop tools for maintaining physiological balance. The approach integrates modern neuroscience with traditional healing techniques.
People
Shannon Chawla
Founder & Licensed Acupuncturist
Shannon Chawla is a licensed acupuncturist with over 25 years of experience in integrative wellness. She specializes in chronic pain management and nervous system regulation, combining Eastern medicine with modern pain science. Her practice focuses on personalized care for individuals with complex health conditions.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture effectively treat?
Acupuncture effectively addresses chronic pain, migraines, anxiety, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and nervous system conditions like Meniere's disease. We also support fertility, pregnancy care, and emotional healing.
Do you offer virtual wellness coaching sessions?
Yes, we provide remote coaching sessions for clients outside Portland or those preferring virtual consultations. Sessions maintain the same personalized approach as in-person meetings.
What makes your pain relief program different?
Our program combines acupuncture with neuroscience-based coaching, addressing both physical symptoms and nervous system patterns. We teach clients to understand pain mechanisms while developing personalized healing strategies.
Are there payment plans available for services?
We offer flexible payment options for our programs. Contact us directly to discuss payment arrangements for extended treatment plans or wellness programs.
Do you accept insurance for acupuncture treatments?
We provide superbill documentation for potential insurance reimbursement. Check with your provider about acupuncture coverage and out-of-network benefits.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Initial consultations include comprehensive health assessments, treatment planning, and introductory acupuncture sessions. Allow 90 minutes for your first appointment to discuss your health history and goals.
Reviews (1)
Nate Baer
Jan 26, 2019
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My massage with Brooke March was excellent and I will be a repeat customer. I had a 90 minute session where she was able to release an area of neck and back tightness chronically irritated after a prior shoulder dislocation. She was easy to dialogue with during the session about what was working well and she used a variety of techniques to help open up the problem area. It was easy to tell that she has been practicing so long and I appreciated the level of focus she kept during the massage.
