Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese Herbal Medicine is one of the great herbal systems of the world, with an unbroken tradition going back to the 3rd century BC. Yet throughout its history it has continually developed in response to changing clinical conditions, and has been sustained by research into every aspect of its use. This process continues today with the development of modern medical diagnostic techniques and knowledge.
Because of its systematic approach and clinical effectiveness Chinese herbal medicine has for centuries had a very great influence on the theory and practice of medicine in the East, and more recently has grown rapidly in popularity in the West. It still forms a major part of healthcare provision in China, and is provided in state hospitals alongside western medicine.
Chinese Herbal Medicine, along with the other components of Chinese medicine, is based on the concepts of Yin and Yang. It aims to understand and treat the many ways in which the fundamental balance and harmony between the two may be undermined and the ways in which a person's Qi or vitality may be depleted or blocked. Clinical strategies are based upon diagnosis of patterns of signs and symptoms that reflect an imbalance.
However, the tradition as a whole places great emphasis on lifestyle management in order to prevent disease before it occurs. Chinese medicine recognizes that health is more than just the absence of disease and it has a unique capacity to maintain and enhance our capacity for well being and happiness.
Chinese herbal formulas are individually created depending on the needs of each person. Chinese herbs are available in raw herb form, taken as a tea, pills, capsules, powders and tinctures.
Herbal Consultations available.
Go to the contact page to send a request.
Because of its systematic approach and clinical effectiveness Chinese herbal medicine has for centuries had a very great influence on the theory and practice of medicine in the East, and more recently has grown rapidly in popularity in the West. It still forms a major part of healthcare provision in China, and is provided in state hospitals alongside western medicine.
Chinese Herbal Medicine, along with the other components of Chinese medicine, is based on the concepts of Yin and Yang. It aims to understand and treat the many ways in which the fundamental balance and harmony between the two may be undermined and the ways in which a person's Qi or vitality may be depleted or blocked. Clinical strategies are based upon diagnosis of patterns of signs and symptoms that reflect an imbalance.
However, the tradition as a whole places great emphasis on lifestyle management in order to prevent disease before it occurs. Chinese medicine recognizes that health is more than just the absence of disease and it has a unique capacity to maintain and enhance our capacity for well being and happiness.
Chinese herbal formulas are individually created depending on the needs of each person. Chinese herbs are available in raw herb form, taken as a tea, pills, capsules, powders and tinctures.
Herbal Consultations available.
Go to the contact page to send a request.
Native Plant Medicine
The more in balance we are with our local environment, the healthier we will be. Using the wisdom of the native people of our area we can learn about healing and balancing ourselves through the use of simple herbal remedies made from native plants.
A unique element of Stacey's practice is to take interested individuals or families out to harvest the plants they need to create their personal herbal remedies. Making this connection to the plants is a very important part of the healing process.
Stacey also seasonally harvests and wildcrafts native plant medicines. She uses them in her acupuncture and herbal medicine practice and also makes her native plant medicines available at the Arcata Healing Arts Center.
A unique element of Stacey's practice is to take interested individuals or families out to harvest the plants they need to create their personal herbal remedies. Making this connection to the plants is a very important part of the healing process.
Stacey also seasonally harvests and wildcrafts native plant medicines. She uses them in her acupuncture and herbal medicine practice and also makes her native plant medicines available at the Arcata Healing Arts Center.
