Information about Modalities

MEDICINE

Acupuncture- Acupuncture is an ancient and versatile medicine that engages our innate ability to heal. Tiny needles stimulate energy centers, calm the nervous system, strengthen the immune system, and interrupt pain-patterns in the body. This method is excellent for nervous system conditions and digestive disorders, hormone balancing, pain, and a variety of other conditions. Ray practices a classical style of free-hand acupuncture needling technique, and offers trigger-point acupuncture for treatment of muscular pain.

Herbal Consultation- Traditional Chinese Herbalism is a powerful, sophisticated system of herbal medicine. Herbal prescriptions are custom-formulated to address the individual's healing goals. Chinese herbal formulas are a meaningful supplement to acupuncture treatments.

ADJUNCT THERAPIES

Tui Na Massage- Traditional physical medicine incorporating dynamic techniques of tissue manipulation including pressing, kneading, stretching and joint mobilization. Tui Na can increase range of motion, break up adhesion in muscle tissue, improve circulation, relieve pain and tension.

Medical Qigong Therapy- A traditional Chinese energy medicine utilizing the principles of acupuncture, but working on a subtle level. It is a powerful adjunct to physical medicine, and is calming and rejuvenating to the nervous system.

Cupping- A gentle vacuum is created inside round glass cups which are placed on the skin to increase circulation, stimulate the immune system and dispel stagnant energy. 

Gua Sha- The traditional Chinese predecessor to Graston technique, Gua Sha is used to increase circulation, stimulate the immune system, and break up scar tissue.

OTHER OFFERINGS

Community Acupuncture- Dr. Ray offers donation-based “Community Acupuncture for Collective Resistance” on the 4th Sunday of each month at Yess Yoga in collaboration with Nikki Fleck of Perennial Acupuncture. Dr Ray and Nikki offer this service with a suggested donation of $25-$50 with no one turned away for lack of funds. Masks are required unless wearing one is an access barrier. You can book your community acupuncture session on the Booking page. Dr. Ray also offers community acupuncture for events and would love to bring her portable Community Acupuncture Clinic to your community space! Email Dr. Ray for inquiries.

Qigong Class- Students will learn a customized series of movement meditations and/or visualizations designed to balance energy in an individual or private class setting.

Yin Yoga - Guided individual or group experience. Yin Yoga is a gentle, meditative practice that stimulates Chinese Medicine Meridians through long-held poses that stretch and compress joints to lubricate connective tissues.

Vinyasa Yoga - Guided individual or group yoga asana experience. Vinyasa yoga classes flow breath with dynamic movement. This practice builds heat in the body while stretching and strengthening muscles, supporting nervous system regulation, preparing the body for meditation and building resilience.