Meet Your Acupuncturist
Hello, I’m Kate. I have been practicing for over 15 years and have advanced training in orthopedic and sports acupuncture. My gentle and effective treatments will support your body’s ability to heal and renew.
I will help you think creatively about practical ways for you to maintain the benefits of treatment for lasting change. Let’s get you feeling strong and comfortable so you can get back to doing what you love!
Techniques
Electrical stimulation on the needles which can help muscles to turn on or off as needed.
Japanese acupuncture, characterized by gentle insertion, treating the root and branch (your main concern) and reading your body rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Cupping which uses suction to lift tissue to allow for more blood circulation and loosening of adhesions.
A variety of add-on techniques: massage, craniosacral, jin shin do acupressure, and acutonics sound healing.
Certifications
WA Acupuncture and Massage Licenses
Board Certified National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Apprenticeships with Whitfield Reaves Orthopedic Acupuncturist 2014 and 2019
Master of Acupuncture Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2003
Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Training 2008
Whitney Lowe Orthopedic Massage 2022
If you’re interested in learning more about me, check out my paintings at www.katechilsonart.com
