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Acupuncture & Holistic Health Services in Arcata
Acupuncture in Arcata has been dedicated to providing effective and compassionate holistic healthcare to the Humboldt community for over two decades. Our practice recognizes the uniqueness of each individual, customizing sessions to restore balance across mind, body, and spirit through a combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, aromatherapy, and lifestyle counseling. With over 23 years of experience, we have successfully treated acute and chronic pain, stress-related conditions, anxiety, depression, pregnancy complications, digestive disorders, women's health issues, and addiction.Our approach integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine's centuries-old principles with modern understanding of bio-energetic systems, emphasizing the body's natural ability to heal itself. We prioritize personalized care, utilizing both classical techniques and locally sourced native plant medicine to address each patient's specific needs. Our practice combines scientific validation of acupuncture's physiological effects with deep respect for natural rhythms and environmental connection in healing processes.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Moxibustion
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha
Highlights and features
- We offer 23+ years of specialized experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Our treatments combine acupuncture, herbal medicine, and native plant remedies
- Personalized care addresses root causes rather than just symptoms
- We integrate classical techniques with modern scientific understanding
- Our practice emphasizes environmental connection and natural healing rhythms
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture stimulates specific points on the body to regulate energy flow and promote natural healing. This ancient practice effectively addresses pain management, stress reduction, and various health conditions by restoring balance to the body's energy systems. Scientific research confirms its ability to influence brain activity, hormonal balance, and immune function.
Herbal Medicine
Customized herbal formulations combine traditional Chinese medicine with local native plant knowledge. These natural remedies support healing through personalized blends of raw herbs, teas, and tinctures that address specific health concerns while considering individual constitution and environmental factors.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion uses mugwort herb to warm acupuncture points and enhance treatment effects. This technique improves circulation, boosts immune function, and supports energy levels by stimulating qi flow through controlled heat application at strategic locations on the body.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy creates localized suction to increase blood flow and release muscle tension. This traditional method helps alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation by drawing stagnant energy and toxins to the surface for natural elimination.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha involves gentle skin scraping to stimulate microcirculation and resolve energy blockages. This technique effectively reduces chronic pain and inflammation by breaking up stagnant qi and promoting lymphatic drainage through controlled stroking motions.
People
Stacey Small
Licensed Acupuncturist
Stacey Small is a licensed acupuncturist with over 23 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She specializes in integrating classical acupuncture techniques with modern medical understanding to address diverse health concerns through personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture effectively addresses chronic pain, stress-related conditions, anxiety, depression, digestive disorders, women's health issues, and addiction, among other conditions.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial consultation includes comprehensive health assessment followed by personalized treatment combining acupuncture, herbal recommendations, and lifestyle guidance tailored to your specific needs.
Are herbal medicines safe to use?
Yes, our herbal formulations use high-quality ingredients customized to individual constitutions and carefully monitored for safety and effectiveness in conjunction with other treatments.
How does moxibustion complement acupuncture?
Moxibustion enhances acupuncture effects by applying controlled heat to specific points, improving circulation, boosting immunity, and promoting deeper energy flow throughout the body's meridians.
What makes your practice unique?
Our approach uniquely combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with local native plant medicine, emphasizing environmental connection and personalized care for holistic healing.
How often should I receive treatments?
Treatment frequency depends on individual conditions, typically starting with weekly sessions and adjusting based on progress toward restoring natural balance and wellness.
Reviews (6)
Audrey Rees
Jun 13, 2020
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Stacy Small has a wealth of knowledge and very skilled in her work! She has helped me personally with herbs and acupuncture for hormonal balancing and helping me battle lyme disease. She is well versed in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum as well and is my first recommendation!
Kaitlyn Forrester
Dec 05, 2019
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I started going to see Stacey last week when I developed an illness. This was my first time ever receiving acupuncture. Stacey explained the process. And she has been so helpful during this time. I look forward to my acupuncture appointments.
Kristen Girard
Dec 03, 2017
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Stacey is amazing. She did prenatal acupuncture on my hips and it was amazing. I was miserable and she helped me throughout my pregnancy. I was also in labor for 27 hours with severe back labor and she came to my house during labor and gave my acupuncture. I spent 45 minutes relaxing after that and it was the only relief I had during my labor. My mother was also visiting and she was having severe knee pain. She was skeptical about acupuncture and Stacey made her feel safe. My mom felt so much better after the acupuncture and she actually liked it!
Stacey has done an amazing job with the Arcata
Stacey has done an amazing job with the Arcata
Ani Wangmo
Nov 22, 2017
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Stacey is professional, reliable, and friendly. Her acupuncture is gentle and effective, also offers moxibustion . Her bedside manner is excellent. Local office is easy to access. I like her and would recommend her to anyone looking for acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
Tracy Lough
Oct 09, 2017
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I couldn't recommend Stacey with more enthusiasm. She makes you feel so warm and welcome and really brought profound change to my situation 14 years ago. I still use her today for myself but as a midwife I also refer all of my own pregnant clients to her. She has come to home births to help women in labor at all hours and women have seen her for fertility issues. Stacey is an incredible healer in our community and really cares about each of her clients. I have felt and seen the change that can happen. If you are in the childbearing years, having fertility issues, trying to conceive or have an ailment
Meenal Rana
Aug 18, 2017
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I have been seeing Stacey for about 3 months now. She is very professional, calm in her demeanor, active listener, knowledgeable, willing to consult her peers when she does not have an answer (very rare quality as many professionals have "know it all" kind of attitude), caring, and reasonable in her pricing. She is compassionate and makes her clients feel comfortable. She is one of the most grounded and centered persons I have ever met. My sciatica pain has improved tremendously after her treatment.
