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18 Years
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Your Trusted Acupuncture & Wellness Partner in Northampton
Established in 2008, Whole Body Healing is a leading acupuncture and wellness clinic serving Western Massachusetts. Our team of licensed acupuncturists combines traditional Chinese medicine techniques with modern approaches to address a wide range of health concerns. We specialize in pain management, stress reduction, and holistic wellness through personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our services include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, infrared sauna therapy, and complementary modalities like cupping and tui na massage. With locations in Northampton and serving communities across the Pioneer Valley, we prioritize creating a professional healing environment that supports the body's natural recuperative abilities. Our practitioners bring extensive education and clinical experience, including advanced degrees like the Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM). We emphasize treating the whole personmind, body, and spiritwhile maintaining strict safety standards with pre-sterilized, disposable needles. Our mission has always been to provide the highest level of care, helping patients achieve lasting health improvements through integrative, evidence-based practices that address both symptoms and underlying causes.
Services
Acupuncture
Chinese Herbs
Infrared Sauna
Women's Health
Other Modalities
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of combined experience in acupuncture and Chinese medicine
- Our holistic approach treats both symptoms and underlying causes of health issues
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs
- Our practitioners hold advanced degrees including Doctor of Acupuncture (DACM)
- We maintain strict safety standards with pre-sterilized, disposable needles
What people say
Effective treatments
Skilled acupuncturists
Holistic approach
Relief from chronic pain
Professional environment
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses hair-thin needles to stimulate specific points on the body, activating natural healing processes. This FDA-recognized treatment effectively addresses chronic pain, stress, anxiety, and various health conditions. Our practitioners use pre-sterilized, disposable needles to ensure safety while promoting improved circulation and pain relief. Patients often experience noticeable improvements after initial sessions, with cumulative benefits from continued treatment.
Chinese Herbs
Customized herbal formulas complement acupuncture treatments using time-tested Chinese medicinal ingredients. These natural remedies address digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions with minimal side effects. Our herbalists create personalized blends based on individual health profiles, ensuring compatibility with existing medications. Formulas may include teas, capsules, or topical applications to enhance treatment outcomes and promote systemic balance.
Infrared Sauna
Full-spectrum infrared sauna sessions deliver near, mid, and far infrared wavelengths to improve cellular health. The four specialized programs target detoxification, pain relief, and relaxation through controlled heat exposure. This non-invasive therapy enhances circulation, reduces inflammation, and complements acupuncture treatments. Sessions are available before or after appointments for optimal wellness benefits.
Women's Health
Specialized treatments address reproductive health concerns including infertility, menstrual disorders, and menopausal symptoms. Our approach combines acupuncture, herbal medicine, and lifestyle recommendations to support hormonal balance. We offer IVF support programs and prenatal care solutions tailored to each patient's stage of life, promoting natural conception and healthy pregnancies through evidence-based protocols.
Other Modalities
Additional treatments include cupping therapy for muscle tension relief and tui na massage for structural alignment. These techniques enhance qi flow through meridian channels, addressing sports injuries and chronic pain conditions. Practitioners integrate these modalities with acupuncture for comprehensive treatment plans. Patients experience improved mobility and reduced inflammation through these time-tested Chinese medicine approaches.
People
Elizabeth Girard
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Founder with over 20 years of clinical experience, holding a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine degree, specializing in pain management and women's health across two states.
Tim Kroll
Master's Degree in Acupuncture
Licensed acupuncturist with 12 years of experience, focusing on stress reduction and chronic pain management through personalized treatment approaches in clinical settings.
Melanie Pepper
Master's Degree in Acupuncture
Specializing in digestive system disorders and mental health conditions, with clinical experience in integrative wellness programs across multiple practice environments.
Maya Joshua
Master's Degree in Acupuncture
Practitioner focusing on musculoskeletal injuries and preventative care, combining traditional techniques with modern rehabilitation approaches in clinical practice.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat chronic pain, stress, anxiety, digestive issues, women's health concerns, and musculoskeletal conditions using acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine.
Is acupuncture painful?
Most patients feel minimal sensation due to ultra-thin needles, with many finding sessions relaxing enough to fall asleep during treatment.
Do you accept health insurance?
Some insurance plans accepted - verify coverage through our online form or contact our office for specific plan details.
How many sessions will I need?
Acute conditions typically require 6-8 sessions, while chronic issues may need longer treatment. We assess progress after initial visits to develop personalized plans.
Are your practitioners licensed?
All practitioners hold Massachusetts state licenses and have passed national board exams administered by NCCAOM for acupuncture and Oriental medicine.
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Reviews (12)
Lisa
Feb 22, 2022
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I've been going to Whole Body Healing for years! I see Liz and she does such amazing work. She's incredibly educated and certainly shows in my results from treatment. Absolutely would recommend, especially if you are a first time visitor to acupuncture. The environment is welcoming and the beds are so relaxing. I look forward to it every time!
Anastasia Ivanova
Jan 20, 2022
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Elizabeth is incredible. she is compassionate, knowledgeable and tailors each appointment to how my body responds to the treatment. Most importantly, she listens and takes her time, and answers all of my endless questions. You can tell that she really cares about her patients and is passionate about her work. I would 100% many times over recommend her and the lovely folks at the clinic. Thank you thank you!
Shahrzad Moshiri
Jan 16, 2020
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I can not say enough praise and appreciation about Elizabeth. She is grounded, a great listener, has no agenda and vey capable in diagnosing the problem without any claims. Her presence and her magical touch is a healing balm. Highly recommend
Chuchi Bev
Dec 07, 2018
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Makes you feel great, Elizabeth gets you relaxed ,then gets to work. Went for my neck,shoulders Low back. It worked great after a few visits
Raven Hannah
Dec 01, 2018
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After a bad experience with another acupuncturist, I was thrilled to find Elizabeth at Whole Body Healing! She is one of the kindest, most caring and knowledgeable professionals I have ever worked with.
Cindy Smith Ott
Jun 26, 2018
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I absolutely can not believe in one Acupuncture session so much can be accomplished. I suffer from Anxiety and in one session there is a very noticeable improvement. I have 2 more appointments scheduled and can not wait for even more results!! I wholeheartedly recommend this to anyone!!
Kelly Graziano
Apr 11, 2017
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I have been taking my son to Elizabeth for just over a month now and am very pleased with the results. Elizabeth is truly gifted in her field and the care and compassion she shows to her patients is unmatched. My son's comment after the very first visit was " I know this sounds crazy, but I feel better already!" He looks forward to every appointment with her. Elizabeth's genuine concern for the well being of her patients shows in her work.
She is very professional and is a wealth of knowledge in her field. Having been to a previous acupuncturist, there is truly no comparison. My son has often remarked how lucky we are to have found her.
She is very professional and is a wealth of knowledge in her field. Having been to a previous acupuncturist, there is truly no comparison. My son has often remarked how lucky we are to have found her.
JayeBird Jb
May 08, 2015
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What can I say but, I've never had any caretaker with more fines and, caring concern than what Elizabeth Girard provides. No matter my issues, she attends to my needs with a vengeance but, with a relaxing technique of manipulations and applied tools at her disposal. Liz enjoys her profession and it shows in everything relevant to my care! Liz earns more than my respect, "My Loyalty!" Thank you, Elizabeth!
John Abercrombie
Mar 28, 2014
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I have going to Liz for about 3 months now. I am always in pain when i walk in and a hour later i walk out of her office a new man. The pains that i had in my neck and shoulder are gone. She is the Best i have ever been treated by and would recommend her to anybody who is in pain
Lillian Aksaw
Feb 15, 2014
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Elizabeth is very gentle, caring and knowledgeable about the body. I leave the office feeling relaxed and pain free!
J.A.
To whom it may concern
I wanted to let you know that I was what you would call a "non believer". How could sticking some needles in my leg/knee possibly help get rid of pain? I have been in constant pain for 5-6 years now ( I mean 24/7). My doctor 5 years ago told me that I was going to need a knee replacement in the future, but he wanted to wait as long as possible. About 3 years ago I was fortunate to meet Elizabeth Girard.
I told her how much pain I was in, and she said that she thought she could help me by giving me a Treatment. I thought, why not? I was at the point where I would do anything to get some relief. After my first Treatment I got what I did not think was possible- I Got Relief. It lasted about 6 to 7 days but 6 to 7 days was much more time than I ever expected. If you are in the pain that I was in, please do yourself a favor, give it a try, you will not regret it.
Elizabeth, thank you for all the help and pain free days you have given me.
I wanted to let you know that I was what you would call a "non believer". How could sticking some needles in my leg/knee possibly help get rid of pain? I have been in constant pain for 5-6 years now ( I mean 24/7). My doctor 5 years ago told me that I was going to need a knee replacement in the future, but he wanted to wait as long as possible. About 3 years ago I was fortunate to meet Elizabeth Girard.
I told her how much pain I was in, and she said that she thought she could help me by giving me a Treatment. I thought, why not? I was at the point where I would do anything to get some relief. After my first Treatment I got what I did not think was possible- I Got Relief. It lasted about 6 to 7 days but 6 to 7 days was much more time than I ever expected. If you are in the pain that I was in, please do yourself a favor, give it a try, you will not regret it.
Elizabeth, thank you for all the help and pain free days you have given me.
K.L.
Acupuncture is an amazing treatment, and Elizabeth Girard is an extremely talented acupuncturist. she has effectively treated me for several different health issues over the past few years including ones that were not responding to traditional medicine. I recommend Elizabeth to everyone I know. She's absolutely fabulous.