Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Wellness Partner in Sitka, AK
Eastern Channel Acupuncture has been dedicated to holistic wellness since 2011, offering traditional Chinese medicine techniques rooted in centuries-old practices. Our founder, Susan Skye Chartier, holds a Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a Diplomat of Oriental Medicine certified by the NCCAOM. We specialize in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and auxiliary therapies like cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion to restore balance and promote natural healing. Our Biofield Tuning services integrate sound therapy to harmonize the body's electromagnetic field, addressing mental, physical, and emotional well-being. With over a decade of experience, we combine Japanese and Chinese acupuncture styles to create personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.Our practice emphasizes preventative care, using food-grade herbs and customized formulas to support long-term health. Located in Sitka, Alaska, we maintain a serene environment where patients can receive treatments that align with nature's rhythms. We prioritize patient education, providing resources to help clients understand their conditions and treatment options. Our commitment to quality care includes using single-use, disposable needles and evidence-based methodologies. By blending ancient wisdom with modern research, we strive to be a trusted partner in our patients' wellness journeys.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha
Moxibustion
Biofield Tuning
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Master's-level acupuncturist with 12+ years of clinical experience since 2011
- Combines Chinese and Japanese acupuncture styles for comprehensive treatment
- Offers Biofield Tuning certified practitioners for sound therapy integration
- Personalized herbal formulas using food-grade ingredients
- Evidence-based auxiliary techniques including cupping and gua sha
Associations and certifications
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses fine needles to balance qi flow through meridians, treating illness and preventing disease. Treatments address pain management, stress reduction, and systemic imbalances using Japanese and Chinese techniques. Our practitioners employ single-use needles and customize sessions for individual needs.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulas utilize 400+ ingredients from Chinese Materia Medica to restore balance. Options include bulk herbs, granules, and patent formulas tailored to digestive, respiratory, and hormonal health. All ingredients are food-grade and prepared using traditional methods for maximum efficacy.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy uses heat-created vacuums to relieve muscle tension and treat respiratory conditions. Glass cups are applied to specific areas to improve circulation and reduce inflammation. Sessions may leave temporary marks as toxins are drawn to the surface.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha employs smooth tools to scrape skin surfaces, releasing 'sha' (pathogenic factors) from muscles. This technique reduces pain, inflammation, and muscle stiffness while improving circulation. Commonly used for chronic pain and respiratory conditions.
Biofield Tuning
Biofield Tuning uses tuning forks to harmonize electromagnetic fields surrounding the body. This non-invasive therapy reduces anxiety, improves sleep, and enhances metabolic function by realigning energy patterns. Sessions combine sound therapy with acupuncture principles for holistic wellness.
People
Susan Skye Chartier
Licensed Acupuncturist
Susan holds a Master's in Acupuncture from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine and NCCAOM certification in herbology. With 12+ years of experience since 2011, she specializes in combining Chinese/Japanese acupuncture with Biofield Tuning. A Sitka native, she focuses on preventative care and holistic wellness.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture effectively addresses pain management, stress reduction, digestive issues, respiratory conditions, and hormonal imbalances by restoring qi flow through meridians.
Are herbal formulas safe with medications?
Our practitioners review all medications before prescribing herbs to ensure safe combinations using food-grade ingredients from traditional formulas.
How does Biofield Tuning work?
Biofield Tuning uses tuning forks to harmonize electromagnetic fields, reducing anxiety and improving sleep by realigning energy patterns through sound vibrations.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, checks, credit cards, and HSA cards for all services, with discounted rates available through pre-paid punch card packages.
How to schedule an appointment?
Contact us via email or phone to book Biofield Tuning sessions. Acupuncture appointments require completing registration forms available online or at our office.
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