Depression, Anxiety, Stress & Insomnia

Most people at one time or another have experienced some degree of depression.  Due to Covid-19 and increasing social isolation, we are experiencing record highs of a multitude of psychological issues.

Acupuncture can help to alleviate symptoms accompanying depression and address the underlying imbalances that have contributed to the problem.

Surveys have shown a major increase in the number of adults who report symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression and insomnia during the pandemic compared to surveys done prior to Covid-19.  Some people have increased their use of alcohol and drugs in order to cope with the anxiety caused by the pandemic.  Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to cope with anxiety and not have the dangerous side effects of alcohol and drugs.  

Stress is a natural response of the body asometimes known as our fight or flight response.  In the past, this response would help us to survive.  Unfortunately, modern day stress can be more frequent than what our ancestors experienced.  When your stress level has reached an unhealthy level, it can be detrimental to your health.

Acupuncture can help to provide a safe and effective treatment for your stress. Dr. Rachum uses acupuncture to support and restore the integrity of the various organs.

Occasional insomnia is a common problem affecting one out of four Americans.  Insomnia also becomes more common in older people.  

Many people who suffer with anxiety, depression or stress also suffer with insomnia and it can become a chronic problem.  Chinese medicine believes that the condition is an imbalance of Qi "chee".  Qi is the vital energy that animates the body and protects it from illness.  Using acupuncture you can balance the Qi naturally and safely.