Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture Partner in Miami Beach
Dava Michelson is a holistic wellness practice dedicated to restoring balance and vitality through traditional Chinese medicine and complementary therapies. Our approach integrates Five Element Acupuncture, Zero Balancing, and Qigong to address physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in personalized treatment plans that honor the interconnectedness of body, mind, and nature. Our practice supports clients through all life stages, from prenatal care to chronic pain management, emphasizing education and self-awareness. We combine sterile acupuncture techniques, therapeutic massage, and energy cultivation practices to promote natural healing.As the only Certified Zero Balancer in South Florida, we offer unique structural-energy balancing sessions. Our philosophy centers on meeting clients where they are, using nature-based metaphors to guide them toward greater health. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education in modalities like herbology, essential oils, and medical Qigong. Our commitment to compassionate care includes flexible scheduling and sliding scale options to ensure accessibility.
Services
Acupuncture
Qigong
Prenatal Care
Zero Balancing
Therapeutic Massage
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized Five Element Acupuncture treatments tailored to individual needs.
- Our practice includes Zero Balancing, a unique structural-energy therapy exclusive to South Florida.
- We combine acupuncture with complementary modalities like Qigong and medical Qigong.
- Our practitioner holds advanced degrees in acupuncture and medical Qigong.
- We provide compassionate sliding scale options for accessible care.
Associations and certifications
- National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
- Florida Department of Health Board of Acupuncture
What people say
Revitalized energy
Peace and tranquility
Expert guidance
Effective pain relief
Personalized care
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses sterile needles at specific points to balance energy flow and stimulate healing. This drug-free method treats pain, emotional issues, and chronic conditions by restoring organ system harmony. Treatments address individual needs through pulse diagnosis and tailored approaches, combining modern research with traditional Chinese medicine principles for optimal results.
Zero Balancing
Zero Balancing works with skeletal energy to resolve structural-emotional patterns. This gentle touch therapy accesses deep-seated imbalances through bones, promoting whole-body wellness. As South Florida's only Certified Zero Balancer, sessions integrate energy flow optimization with physical alignment to reduce stress and enhance resilience through structural consciousness integration.
Prenatal Care
Specialized acupuncture supports pregnancy wellness from conception through postpartum recovery. Treatments address common discomforts while boosting maternal vitality. Individualized sessions maintain energy balance during physical changes, preparing for labor while promoting fetal development through natural energy optimization techniques that complement conventional prenatal care.
Qigong Therapy
Qigong combines movement, breathwork, and meditation to enhance life-force energy. These practices improve vitality through structured energy flow techniques, reducing stress while strengthening physical resilience. Sessions teach self-care methods for maintaining balance between treatments, integrating movement therapy with mindfulness to optimize systemic health through conscious energy management.
Therapeutic Massage
Integrative massage techniques address soft tissue restrictions while promoting energy flow. Combining neuromuscular therapy with traditional Chinese approaches, sessions relieve tension patterns that disrupt energy balance. Treatments complement acupuncture by preparing tissues for deeper energy work, using shiatsu principles to enhance circulation and restore functional mobility through targeted manual therapy.
People
Dava Michelson
Acupuncture Physician
Dava Michelson is a Florida-licensed acupuncturist with Master's and Doctoral degrees in acupuncture and medical Qigong. Board-certified by NCCAOM, she practices Five Element Acupuncture and Zero Balancing. Her integrative approach combines 20+ years of clinical experience with studies in herbology, essential oils, and therapeutic massage to support holistic wellness.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture effectively addresses pain management, stress reduction, emotional imbalances, digestive issues, and women's health concerns including prenatal support through natural energy regulation.
Are treatments painful?
Most patients experience minimal sensation with ultra-thin needles. Non-needle techniques are available for those uncomfortable with needles, ensuring comfortable treatment options for all clients.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment frequency depends on individual needs, typically starting with weekly sessions for 5-10 weeks, then spacing out as energy stabilizes through progressive care planning.
Do you accept insurance?
While not directly accepting insurance, we provide documentation for potential reimbursement through your provider's out-of-network benefits for acupuncture services.
What payment methods are available?
We accept cash, checks, Venmo, and Zelle payments for all services, with sliding scale options available for financial flexibility.
Is prenatal acupuncture safe?
Yes, our prenatal treatments use specialized techniques to safely support pregnancy wellness, addressing common discomforts while promoting maternal and fetal health through energy balance.
