Acupuncture

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Acupuncture has been used for over 2000 years in the treatment of conditions that affect the body, mind, and spirit. The integrative approach of acupuncture therapy, using the body's own physiology, creates holistic healing and wellness.

Acupuncture, in combination with other mental health treatments, can be a valuable tool in helping individuals improve emotional regulation, overall mood, boost energy, and overall feelings of well-being. Specifically, acupuncture enhances emotional health by stimulating the release of endorphins, which act as a natural painkiller and activate the pleasure centers in the brain. It also reduces the levels of cortisol, a stress chemical in the body, increases levels of serotonin, a happy hormone, and regulates the autonomic nervous system, which controls our fight-or-flight response. It even produces an anti-inflammatory response through the immune system to reduce chronic inflammation in the body. Most people find acupuncture to be a very relaxing process, and some even fall asleep during the treatment. Acupuncture has no major side effects. It can be combined with other therapies and medications. And, it can be used safely by pregnant women and children.

What Does Acupuncture Treat?

  • Pain

  • Stress

  • Chronic illness

  • Mental health

  • Women’s health

  • Sleep disorders

  • Digestive issues

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • PTSD

  • Grief

  • Addiction

  • OCD

  • PMS

  • Post-partum

  • Menopausal symptoms

  • And more…

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Treatment offerings

Serenity Walker, L.Ac., MSOM, provides acupuncture services at our Duluth office only. Please contact our front desk for scheduling at hello@insightduluth.com or 218-481-7660.

Sessions can include many aspects of Chinese medicine, such as herbal medicine, heat therapy, e-stim, and more.

Individual

  • 1-1.5 hours

  • First appointment: $120

  • Follow up: $85

  • Package of 6 sessions for $440 paid upfront

Bodywork and cupping

  • 20 min

  • Add-on: $40

  • “Serenity is true to her name. She offers a calming experience and is very knowledgeable. I had shoulder pain for months she was able to resolve it in one session. I will continue to come back for more!”

    — Former Client

  • “Very nice set up, very professional approach, nurturing and caring, and successful. I would recommend to others.”

    — Former Client

Insurance Accepted

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicaid

  • Medicaid

  • UCare

  • HealthPartners

  • United Health Care

  • Surest

  • Cigna

  • Medica

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