Big Big Life Update

Hey guys! I've been sitting on this for a while and I'm so happy that I finally get to talk about it! TL;DR - I GOT ACCEPTED INTO MY DREAM SCHOOLLLL

6 years ago, after experiencing acupuncture a few times and having it blow my mind and rock my entire world, I decided that I wanted to study it. After doing some research, I found that one of the best schools in the nation is in Oregon, and I decided on that one.

I set it as a direction, and modeled my entire life around that goal. I saved up enough to move out, moved to Oregon, finished my undergrad, went through their brutal application process - And today I received the formal acceptance letter! Ahhhh fs;lkhjsdfa

The school itself teaches Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. This includes other things in the curriculum besides acupuncture, such as energy-based massage, qigong or tai chi (you already know what I'm going to be picking), Chinese Herbology, and a kick-ass business management program.

I'm enrolling in a dual masters and doctoral program. While it's going to be more work, I'll come out of it with my DACM certification - or Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

I'm just. It's so crazy to me that. I set this goal SIX YEARS AGO and... it's now a reality. I've worked through so much, grown so much - hell, I'm a completely different person 2000%. And yet... here I am.

The past... week or so, has been pretty strange for me. I had my final interview with them, which honestly I was really nervous for. But aside from that... I felt an energy shift. I think part of it is that we're transitioning into spring. But the other part is that... I've been feeling like I'm entering into a new chapter in my life, and this really cements that.

So much is going to change for me in the upcoming months. I mean once school starts, I'm going to be moving to a completely different city (and moving in with a partner for the first time!), I'm going to be going back to school, going to be learning completely different material, etc. I'm also going to be changing alot in that time, too. I can feel it.

I already have lol. My practice has actually completely changed in the past month or two, I just haven't really talked about it here. I feel like I say that alot LMAO but this time I really mean it. I think this should be saved for another post, but I'll briefly go over it. First, I was able to figure out how to astral travel and do all my stuff again etc. after my ego death experience. I have two new... guides, I would call them, who have been teaching me and helping me with stuff. I work with a "new" energy and have been spending time working with what I'm pretty sure is the afterlife and helping people cross over. And lastly, I found a book that has COMPLETELY CHANGED how I do energy work and energy healing. It's an incredible incredible book that I think is required reading for energy healers. Again, I'll mention this in another post sometime soon because there is just. So much. I could talk about and share from this book.

Anywho. I think that's it. This has been over a month-long process, and I've been waiting for the past like week to hear the final decision. I'm incredibly happy and grateful, and I'm really excited to be studying TCM. It's going to be really cool, and I'm going to be able to help soo many people.

I hope that everyone has a great night!

Blessings!

When Qi is imbalanced due to internal and external stressors such as diet, emotional upset, overwork, or even the weather, people can become ill, Stace Nelson-Hicks, DACM, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and a licensed acupuncturist in California.

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Dr. Jenna Valentine is a gift. She is one of the most patient and kind people you could ever hope to meet, let alone treat you.

She is an incredible guide and resource for people navigating their physical and mental health struggles. As we look to kick off the new year, isn't it time you start treating your body with more care and compassion and, quite frankly, love? Dr. Jenna gives some excellent guidance and advice on how to kick your 2023 off the right way and why right now is an excellent time to take control of your health.

Speaking from first-hand experience, she is an amazing practitioner but is an even more powerful friend. I can't wait for you guys to meet her!

More about Jenna: Dr. Jenna Valentine has always had a love for people and the connections that can occur between them. She has a history of working with many different populations: veterans with mental illness, individuals with substance abuse issues, youth in foster care and juvenile justice, people without homes, wealthy individuals seeking relationships, and everyday people trying to get through this crazy life. Jenna’s extensive experience has given her a deep understanding of people and shown her that everyone shares one common desire: to love and be loved.

Currently based in Austin, TX, Jenna has her doctorate degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) and is a Texas Medical Board & NCCAOM Certified Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist. She has seen the way a feeling of being disconnected can impact physical and emotional well-being. Jenna offers acupuncture, cupping therapy, and TuiNA bodywork services to help her patients reach their healing goals. She also utilizes her psychology background and training to provide in-depth intimacy coaching to individuals & couples looking to enhance their relationships with others and with the self.

Jenna has 1000s of hours of experience practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu China, at the Veteran’s Administration, Austin Recovery Center, People’s Community Clinic, AOMA Clinic, Community Wellness Hours and in private settings.

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How To Find The Right Acupuncturist

Acupuncture is the insertion of very thin sterile needles, for the purpose of treating pain, stress, and fertility among other health challenges.

Today, there are several types of practitioners that “practice” acupuncture. They are: medical doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists. The amount of training in acupuncture varies greatly among these professionals.

Medical doctors (M.D.) and Doctors of Osteopathy (D.O.) do not have to complete any acupuncture training to practice as a “Medical Acupuncturist” in the state of Colorado. They can elect to complete a 220 hour training to become a member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture.

Physical Therapists can begin practicing dry needling after completing a 46 hour training.< Dry needling is insertion of a needle into trigger points, needles are not usually retained in the body.

Chiropractors must complete 100 hours of acupuncture training and must pass an exam administered by the Chiropractic board.

Acupuncturists must earn a master’s degree in acupuncture and spend a minimum of 650 hours practicing acupuncture and 705 hours learning acupuncture and oriental medicine theory in addition to biomedical training.

In the United States, acupuncturists are governed by the state and almost all states require a license. In Colorado, after earning a Master’s degree and passing a series of exams administered by NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) a candidate may become licensed. Colorado acupuncture licensees are identified by after their name. DAc, DACM, or DAOM all indicate the acupuncturist is a Doctor of Acupuncture (and Chinese Medicine or Oriental Medicine).

The best way to find an acupuncturist is to check with your friends and ask if they have an acupuncturist they like. If none of your friends knows of someone, check google listings for an acupuncturist in your area searching for the condition with which you are seeking help. For instance, if you have back pain search for acupuncture back pain. If the search turns up several acupuncturists, check their websites to see if they specialize in the condition in which you are seeking treatment. Next, check to see if they are updating their skills by completing extra training such as continuing education classes. If they have Google reviews read the reviews.

If you are using insurance to pay for acupuncture, check your insurance company’s listings. It’s a good idea to check with your insurance company to verify they will pay for acupuncture. Most insurance companies do have plans that pay for acupuncture but not everyone has that type of plan. If your insurance doesn’t pay for acupuncture, most flexible spending plans or health savings accounts do provide reimbursement for acupuncture treatments.

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And thank you from Joseph, Emaline & baby Asa! ❤️We founded the clinic 11 years ago after moving home to KY from Classical Chinese Medicine grad school in Portland, OR @nunm_edu. Creating and living into the clinic and practice and all of its magic has been one of the richest, most expanding and valuable experiences of our life. Thank you all for being here, supporting us in this life of natural healing and self-expansion. It is such an honor. 🙏✨ ✨And Joseph is back in the clinic monthly on Saturdays for transformation work (including Acupuncture~Chinese Medicine, Dreamwork, cupping, body work, energy work, meditation, qi gong, taiji, breath work, etc.— all the good stuff✨). Link in stories to schedule an appointment! -And if you want to read a little bit more about Joseph and Emaline read below. Emaline is still on maternity leave and is focusing on clinic background work- but they both are working on some classes and maybe even a podcast coming up. Stay tuned.... ✨ Dr. Joseph Fiala, L.Ac., DACM Dr. Emaline Gray, L.Ac., DACM Joseph and Emaline are Doctors of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, licensed acupuncturists, herbalists and general practitioners of Neijing Acupuncture and Classical Chinese Medicine. They founded The Light Clinic in 2010. ​ Credentials Joseph and Emaline are the founding members of The Light Clinic, Inc. (TLC). Joseph has his Bachelors of Science (B.S.) in Business Economics from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville and Emaline has a B.A. from Beloit College in Religious Studies and Asian Studies @beloit_college . They both have a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine @nunm_edu. This extraordinary school is one of the leading academic influences in the renaissance of classical acupuncture and herbalism. They are also Doctors of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine through the Pacific College of Health and Sciences @pacificcollegeedu. They are certified Dream Workers after completing a 2-year course in Jungian Dreamwork through The Haden Institute @hadeninstitute. Joseph also served as a past President of the ​Kentucky State Acupuncture Association. (at Frankfort, Kentucky) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXEcRAvOrky/?utm_medium=tumblr

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“Facial cupping helps to stimulate the acupuncture meridians and channels on the face,” says acupuncturist Paige Yang, L.Ac, DACM, doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and founder of Yang Face. “Facial cupping also brings qi and blood to the facial muscles, which can help stimulate collagen and elastin production.” And while she always recommends seeing a professional who is more familiar…

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This video focuses on SCU’s unique Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine program.

Learn more by visiting SCUHS.edu/dacm or call 877-434-7757 to speak with an admissions advisor.

SCU’s DACM program is the only program of its kind with students sitting side by side learning from, with, and about other medical professions. This is a first professional degree, meaning it does not require a Master’s as a prerequisite. Students are able to take advantage of SCU’s quality curriculum which includes unparalleled basic sciences, clinical sciences, and clinical experiences with rotation partners throughout Southern California. Students are prepared to thrive in an integrative health setting, which has become the model for quality and efficiency in today’s healthcare delivery environment. We encourage all students to apply for financial aid and scholarships for this program as well.

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TLC modality highlight of the week: Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine! By now, you probably know of someone who has had acupuncture, or have had it yourself! Acupuncture is amazing at relaxing the nervous system, increasing blood and oxygen flow in the body, opening up tight muscles and fascia, regulating the fluid systems of the body, regulating body temperature, healing from surgery and scarring, balancing the emotions and spirit, and on and on and on.🧘🏽‍♀️ And the practitioners at The Light Clinic are not only Acupuncturists, but are full Chinese Medicine practitioners and doctors, trained also in Chinese herbalism, healthy movement (such as Tai Ji and Qi Gong), breath and body work, nutrition, and Chinese philosophy and astrology. You get a lot of bang for your buck.✨💖 And you can just book online or give us a call: 502.330.4233 or: https://thelightclinic.janeapp.com/ Dr. Joseph Fiala, L.Ac., DACM is at the clinic every Monday and Thursday, Dr. Emaline Gray, L.Ac., DACM is at the clinic every Tuesday, and the amazing Tara Bissell, L.Ac., MSOM will be taking over Emaline’s clinic day in 2 weeks when Emaline goes on maternity leave. An all-star team!🌟All trained in Portland, Oregon and have been practicing 10 years since graduate school- you really can’t do any better. Come on in and help yourself heal from the inside out, no matter what is going on. And sending lots of love.❤️❤️❤️ #thelightclinic @nunm_edu @pacificcollegeedu @ocompdx #acupuncture #acupunctureworks #acupuncturist #acupuncturelife #acupuncturebaby #chinesemedicine #classicalchinesemedicine #chineseherbs #chinesemedicineworks #qigong #taiji #taichi #acupressure #bodywork #acupressuretherapy #kentuckyhealth #centralkentucky #wellnessclinic #holistichealth #holistichealing #holisticwellness #holisticliving #meditation #guidedmeditation #breathworkhealing #mindbodyspirit #bodymindspirit #shadowworker #dreamwork (at Frankfort, Kentucky) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMuUHYdgVYk/?igshid=1u22yhcyk9n9n

So this happened. We are excited!!!🥳👯‍♀️🤩 Just took about a 20 year span of higher education, but who’s counting?!! We officially graduated with our Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from the Pacific College of Health and Sciences this August of 2020 after getting our Masters of Science in Chinese Medicine from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2010.✨Goes to show even good things can happen during a pandemic. Let’s pop the champagne! 🍾 Xo, Joseph and Emaline @pacificcollegeedu @nunm #thelightclinic #dacm #acupuncture #acupuncturist #acupunctureworks #acupressure #chinesemedicine #classicalchinesemedicine #ccm #nutrition #dietetics #breathwork #tuina #cupping #moxa #moxibustion #guasha #stonetherapy #herbs #chineseherbs #fiveelements #bazi #wuyunliuqi #yijing #iching #qigong #taiji #taichi #chineseastrology #calligraphy (at The Light Clinic. Holistic health, Wellness & Natural Medicine) https://www.instagram.com/p/CH6DGz0goYL/?igshid=t5yxoqj492ci

Acupuncture at the clinic! A safe and effective way to help with body pain, emotional balancing, digestion, congestion, headaches, life path journeying and more! ☀️ And Joseph and Emaline are now officially Doctors of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, so you know you are getting the best care. ✨💖 And we are following strict COVID safety guidelines at the clinic for you to have a safe and wonderful session. Come in- we look forward to seeing you! You can give us a call to schedule or book online. The clinic also has Friday CranioSacral appointments with Jessie, Wednesday Art Therapy appointments with Janet, telemedicine Dream Work and Spiritual Direction guidance with Fonda, and monthly Saturday Family Constellation Work with Hunter and Mary Frank! Go online or give us a call to hook in to all the goodness!❤️ ✨502-352-3995 ✨ https://thelightclinic.janeapp.com/ #thelightclinic #acupuncture #cst #craniosacraltherapy #craniosacral #chinesemedicine #arttherapy #familyconstellations #familyconstellation #dreamwork #spiritualdirection #dacm #ccm #chineseherbs #herbs #herbalmedicine #cupping #guasha #moxa #moxibustion #wellness #preventativehealth #preventativemedicine #alternativemedicine #bodymindspirit #wholebodyhealth #wholebodywellness #spiritualjourney (at The Light Clinic. Holistic health, Wellness & Natural Medicine) https://www.instagram.com/p/CHqQ4y3gt6B/?igshid=ahxdwasfun9a

Okay, I had to take a screen shot and post this from our DACM (Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine) class today. This graph shows the amount of hours (the numbers shown on left) of training the professions of Acupuncturists, Physicians, Chiropractors and Physical Therapists to practice Acupuncture. Acupuncturists get well over triple the amount of hours in training with acupuncture than the other professions practicing acupuncture! #thelightclinic #acupuncture #gowherethetrainingis https://www.instagram.com/p/B4sEkK6AWwH/?igshid=1h66eimn1weuj