my Mission:
Empower.
Are you tired of feeling tired, anxious, bloated, and in pain?
You’ve come to the right place.
“The greatest medicine of all is to teach people how not to need it.”
What to Expect
Step 1: During your first visit you will receive a full health evaluation, this is where you are able to express your major health concerns and ask questions.
Step 2: You will receive your first acupuncture treatment, you might feel nervous but Julian will guide you through the whole process.
Step 3: It is important to stay consistent when receiving acupuncture treatments, Julian will give you a treatment plan that is specifically designed for you to feel better.
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January 2020
I am a 47 year old female that has suffered with varying degrees of digestive issues (pain, cramping, irregularity, bloating, etc.) for the better part of 20+ years. I went into my first acupuncture appointment with Julian with an open, but cautious, mind. Well, I am here to testify that after the very first treatment my symptoms were almost entirely resolved! And after the second treatment, it just continued to improve. I do not remember a period in my life where I felt “normal” in that area. In addition, Julian suggested that I keep a food journal of everything (be honest!!) that I eat in a week. This was both enlightening and horrifying at the same time. But, it definitely shed some light on habits that needed to change or be eliminated altogether. After my first week food journaling and continued acupuncture treatments, I have lost three pounds and feel great! I signed up for her 16 week package with a heightened sense of optimism that I haven’t felt in years! (Patient is now down 21 pounds)
E.P.
Julian Pierce, M.S. L.Ac
Julian Pierce is a licensed acupuncturist with a passion for helping and educating those around her. Her love for acupuncture began after she suffered from an autoimmune disorder that was misdiagnosed and treated as depression and anxiety. After her symptoms worsened on anti-depressants, she went for a second opinion and was later diagnosed and treated for Grave’s disease. Although she was eventually correctly treated with Western medicine, her symptoms did not completely resolve until she went through consistent acupuncture and herbal treatment, this sparked her interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine and she knew she had to help others the same way she was helped. She graduated from SUNY Fredonia with a B.S. in Business-Communications and later pursued her dream of receiving her M.S. in Acupuncture from the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
After taking over 3,000 credit hours in studies and clinical work, Julian took her NCCAOM boards and became licensed in NYS. Prior to graduation, Julian traveled abroad to China where she was able to observe acupuncture in a clinical setting at the Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of TCM in Hangzhou. Immediately after graduation, Julian set sail the Norwegian Jade cruise ship where she treated patients around the world, however, after 7 months on board Julian realized her true passion was to bring her love of acupuncture close to home.
She now practices Traditional Chinese Medicine at Park Place Acupuncture PLLC where she treats patients for a variety of conditions such as anxiety, depression, digestive problems, weight gain, menopause, pain and much more. She provides her patients with the care and understanding they need in order to achieve the results they desire. She is excited to assist patients on their journey to better health and looks forward to making an impact in her community.
Offerings
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a 3,000 year old medicine that is scientifically proven to treat a wide variety of conditions through stimulating the central nervous system. By strategically placing hair-like thin needles into the skin, acupuncture provokes certain biological responses in order to relieve symptoms and improve health. At Park Place Acupuncture Julian has experience in treating many painful conditions such as TMJ, back pain, knee pain, sciatica, arthritis, and more. However, although acupuncture is notorious for it’s benefits in treating pain, it is useful in treating a wide range of conditions such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, weight gain, infertility, menopause, and much more.
Nutrition
Food can either harm or heal the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes that food is medicine and eating the proper diet regularly is important, but especially while receiving acupuncture treatment. At Park Place Acupuncture, Julian provides nutritional guidance tailored to each individual to help with the success of their treatments.
Cupping
Cupping therapy is used to relieve tight muscles and tension that may be contributing to pain. The localized suction from cupping penetrates deep into soft tissue allowing it to release harmful toxins and waste products that build over time . Cupping helps with lymphatic drainage, promotes circulation, and stretches and activates the skin that allows for better movement and less pain.
Gua Sha
While this traditional Chinese medicine modality has recently become mainstream due its benefits in promoting a more youthful appearance, it is traditionally used as part of an acupuncture treatment for many painful conditions. It is a method in which a trained professional scrapes the skin at a site of soreness with a smooth-edged tool to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and inhibit pain.
Tui Na
Tui na, or Chinese medical massage, is the manual manipulation of soft body-tissue. Tui na is used to reduce pain, increase blood flow to an area of pain or injury, stimulate lymphatic flow, and promote relaxation.
