Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and body work rooted in East Asian principles and mindfulness.

Dive in with me,

heal and sea change.

Acupuncture

Using traditional East Asian medicine and osteopathic techniques I use physical palpation to listen to your body and guide treatment.

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Other Modalities

Herbal Medicine

I prescribe an herbal formula specific to you.

Body Work & Cupping

Using Tuina massage and cupping techniques I relieve pain and restore circulation in your body.

Moxibustion & Teishin

I use moxibustion (herbal heat therapy) and gentle, non-insertive acupuncture to activate qi and blood flow in your body.

Qi Gong & Nutrition

I offer qi gong, other mindfulness practices, and nutrition recommendations for you to continue care at home.

Get to Know Me

My approach is to be fully present with you, as I ground in the values of partnership, self-care and community. I partner with you and your other providers for a collaborative approach. I emphasize self-care as I support you to nurture wellness and wholeness. (I also make sure to care for myself so I can show up wholely for you.) And, to me, community care is essential - serving the larger community is part of how I design my practice.

I have a gentle technique combining multiple modalities to provide a trauma-informed, anti-racist and gender-inclusive experience. I work to help your body heal itself, removing blockages and nourishing the your vitality.

I’ve been a South Seattle resident since 2017 and find joy in bodies of water, hiking, wordplay, and solving puzzles.

Let’s dive in and journey to wholeness together!

Credentials & Training:

  • Licensed Acupuncturist & East Asian Medicine Practitioner

  • Doctoral Fellow, Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine

  • Master's in Public Health, specializing in Maternal and Newborn Health

What Patients Say

  • Alissa

    “My shoulder feels AMAZING after my treatment yesterday. When I was getting ready for bed last night I took off my sports bra without thinking and was able to just do it normally, instead of having to contort myself in crazy ways to get it off like I have been doing for the past 6 months. After it was off I realized what had happened and was shocked. And this morning I feel like I have almost no range of motion restriction! Thank you!”

  • Kara-Lee

    “Nicole is incredibly knowledgeable and present. I feel at ease with her.”

  • Dr. Anne

    “Nicole was very present and open. I appreciated her gentle approach and her receptivity. Very grateful!”

  • Paula

    “Nicole was amazing! She was very tuned into my emotional needs and checked in a lot throughout the process, in addition to doing a great job with the acupuncture (it was my first time). Definitely recommend!”

What Patients Say

  • "Creative, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do."

    —Former Customer

  • "A professional team that delivers on their promises."

    —Former Customer

  • "Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome."

    —Former Customer

Conditions We Treat

Auto-immune Disorders; Body Pain ; Depression ; Digestion (IBD, IBS, bloating, etc.) ; Insomnia ; Infertility & Pregnancy Care ; Menstrual & Menopause Symptoms ; Migraines Oncology - Supportive Care & Survivorship ; Stress & Anxiety and more…

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Auto-immune Disorders; Body Pain ; Depression ; Digestion (IBD, IBS, bloating, etc.) ; Insomnia ; Infertility & Pregnancy Care ; Menstrual & Menopause Symptoms ; Migraines Oncology - Supportive Care & Survivorship ; Stress & Anxiety and more… ✳︎

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Your Questions, Answered

  • This medicine is about reconnecting with balance in your body, mind and spirit. Filament (tiny needle) insertion at specific points on the body unblock the circulation of qi and blood along your channel pathways. Restoring balance helps you return to your authentic and whole self. 

  • Health imbalance can show up in many ways. Here is a sample, non-exhaustive list of conditions I can partner with you for. You can also schedule a free call to see if we might be a good fit.

    • Auto-immune Disorders

    • Body Pain

    • Depression

    • Digestion (IBD, IBS, bloating, etc.)

    • Insomnia

    • Infertility & Pregnancy Care

    • Menstrual & Menopause Symptoms

    • Migraines

    • Oncology - Supportive Care & Survivorship

    • Stress & Anxiety

    • and more…

  • My journey has zig zagged across the terrain, trying to find my way - working in small nonprofits, large foundations, public health, design and more. The path has taken me here, to work one on one with folks in my community using medicine that is centuries old. Bit by bit, as we heal ourselves, we nurture a healthy and vibrant community, sparking a sea change for the better.

  • In the first visit, I spend time to get to know as much as I can about what you’re experiencing, thru conversation and physical palpation techniques. We’ll talk about what techniques you’re comfortable with (needles, Teishin, herbs, Tuina, cupping, moxibustion), and I’ll recommend a treatment plan that may include advice on what you can do at home on your own (nutrition, exercises, lifestyle). 

    The number of visits required will depend on each client’s unique situation, but generally, chronic diseases will require more visits, and faster results require more frequent visits. I recommend you book at least two visits to track changes. 

  • 55 min treatment: $130

    75 min treatment: $160

    10% discount on packages of 5 visits.

    I take Personal Injury Protection insurance. I do not currently take other health insurance yet, but can give you a superbill to submit for reimbursement. Please check with your insurance company for your acupuncture benefits and if they accept out-of-network providers.

    As a commitment to accessibility, I offer reduced rates of $70 or $100 (per 55 min) to up to 30% of my patients for those who have financial constraints. Please email me to be approved for the reduced rate. While I do not ask you to prove your financial level, I ask that you consider sacrifice vs. hardship when determining your capacity pay. Sacrifice entails cutting back on other spending like coffee, dinner out, new outfit, while hardship entails not being able to meet basic needs like rent, transportation, and groceries. 

    Thank you to Dr. Kirby Teuila Grey, Dr. Ryan of Gentle Point Acupuncture, and Dr. Aakash Kishore PhD for the wording and model.

Where You’ll Find Me

I share a cozy, neighborhood clinic in Georgetown, Seattle: 650 S. Orcas St, #205, Seattle, WA. The space is quiet, warm, and welcoming, with access by bus, bike, or car. Free parking available.