Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Cruz and the Surrounding Areas
Guiding Your Healing Journey With An Ease Of Heart Call today for a 15 minute free consultation
Dr. Sara Blackstorm Atton DTCM LAc
Welcome to Heartwood Acupuncture!
I believe the path to true healing comes from treating each person holistically, while acknowledging the connection between the mind, body, and the world we live in today. I am dedicated to providing an environment of respect, trust and understanding with the highest level of care to support and nourish my patients. I offer personalized therapeutic approaches including heat and laser therapy, cupping, gua sha, tui na massage, facial rejuvenation, chakra balancing/relaxation techniques, healthy diet and lifestyle management for the whole family. I treat children’s issues, stress, anxiety and depression, sleep issues, pain and injury, respiratory and allergy symptoms, autoimmune disease, digestive issues, women’s and children’s health, immune system boosting, and much more. Together we can find natural ways to care for your body to live a healthier and happier life.
Esoteric Acupuncture
Enjoy relaxing esoteric acupuncture to harmonize the chakras and body systems while expanding consciousness and strengthening the root of the higher inner spiritual heart center. Esoteric Acupuncture emphasizes the awakening and expansion of our spiritual center at higher vibrational frequencies.
Cupping/Gua Sha
Cupping and Gua Sha are safe and effective ways to treat a variety of pathologies, including sore and stiff muscles, aches and pains associated with traumatic injury, and neuromuscular dysfunctions. Cupping and Gua Sha improves local blood and lymph circulation, relieves muscle tension, decreases inflammation, stimulates tissue repair, and increases joint mobilization and range of motion.
Facial Rejuvenation
By strategically inserting fine needles into specific acupoints on the face, we stimulate the production of collagen and improve blood circulation. Skin is rejuvenated from within, reducing fine lines, diminishing wrinkles and restoring the skin’s elasticity, revealing a revitalized and youthful glow.
Acne Treatment
The acne protocol is a non-toxic treatment plan using blue light and strategic acupuncture points. LED light therapy works by killing acne-causing bacteria while decreasing inflammation and redness associated with acne. Notice improved skin tone, texture, and clarity from the inside out.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine is a traditional therapy that uses herbs and other substances to treat a variety of conditions. Formulas, a specialty crafted mix of multiple herbs, or single herbs are chosen for their specific roles in helping the body achieve harmony and homeostasis. They are a wonderful take home complement to an acupuncture treatment. Herbs can be found in capsules, tablets, granules or tinctures.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a practice around 5,000 years old. With the insertion of micro-fine needles into points along pathways on the surface of the body, direct relationships are formed with the internal organ systems and specific areas of the body. Acupuncture moves Qi or energy, promotes blood circulation and stimulates the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Acupuncture activates the body’s nervous and circulatory system while regulating the production, secretion and transportation of various molecules, including endorphins, neurotransmitters and hormones. By regulating physiological functions, a state of homeostasis is restored within the body.
Certifications and Society Memberships
Helping people find balance, peace, and healing in their lives by collaborating, facilitating and encouraging people to recognize the power of healing that comes from within. As a great sage once said, “We are all just walking each other home”. My hope is to help guide the journey with an ease of heart, mind and body.
Come experience natural care for:
- Respiratory and Allergies
- Anxiety and depression
- Pain and Injuries
- Chronic Pain
- Digestive Disorders
- Immune boosting
- Insomnia
- Neck Pain
- Stress
- Women and Children's health
- Autoimmune Disease
Santa Cruz, California 95062
