Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture Clinic in Milwaukie, OR
Acupuncture For Wellness was founded in 2004 with a mission to make acupuncture accessible and affordable through community-based care. Our clinic provides personalized treatments in a group setting, allowing patients to choose their payment amount within a $25 - $50 sliding scale. With over two decades of combined experience, our licensed practitioners, Sarah Baden and Amy Shook, specialize in addressing physical, emotional, and chronic health conditions using traditional acupuncture techniques. We prioritize patient comfort and holistic well-being, fostering a welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds can receive care. Our approach emphasizes frequent treatments to maximize healing, supported by a philosophy that views patients as family.We are committed to transparency in pricing, flexible scheduling, and accommodating diverse needs, including insurance reimbursement options and gift certificate availability. Our clinics success is rooted in a deep understanding of acupunctures ability to restore balance and enhance the bodys natural healing processes. We maintain rigorous professional standards, adhering to sterile needle practices and evidence-based methodologies. Patient testimonials highlight our effectiveness in treating pain, anxiety, chronic illnesses, and post-treatment recovery, underscoring our role as a trusted healthcare provider in Milwaukie. Our community-focused model not only reduces costs but also creates a collective healing atmosphere that amplifies treatment outcomes.
Services
Acupuncture
Community Acupuncture
Pain Management
Stress Relief
Chronic Condition Support
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer a sliding scale of $25 to $50 per treatment to ensure accessibility.
- Our practitioners have over 20 years of combined experience in community acupuncture.
- We specialize in treating chronic pain, anxiety, and post-treatment recovery.
- Our group setting enhances healing through collective energy and affordability.
- We provide flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments available.
What people say
Effective pain relief
Affordable sliding scale
Compassionate practitioners
Relaxing environment
Improved chronic conditions
Services
Acupuncture Treatment
Our acupuncture treatments use thin, sterile needles to stimulate healing and balance in the body. This service addresses chronic pain, anxiety, and hormonal imbalances by leveraging traditional techniques. Patients experience personalized care in a group setting, enhancing affordability and collective wellness.
Community Acupuncture
Community acupuncture allows multiple patients to receive treatments simultaneously in a relaxed environment. This model reduces costs while maintaining individualized care, fostering a shared healing experience that amplifies therapeutic outcomes for diverse health conditions.
Chronic Pain Management
Targeted acupuncture sessions focus on alleviating chronic pain from sciatica, arthritis, or injuries. By improving circulation and reducing inflammation, this service offers long-term relief without reliance on medications, supporting natural recovery processes.
Stress and Anxiety Relief
Acupuncture sessions designed to calm the nervous system, reduce cortisol levels, and promote relaxation. This service addresses anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders through gentle, evidence-based techniques tailored to individual needs.
Post-Treatment Recovery
Supportive acupuncture therapies aid recovery from surgeries, chemotherapy, or chronic illnesses. By boosting immunity and energy levels, this service accelerates healing, minimizes side effects, and restores overall vitality for long-term wellness.
People
Sarah Baden
Licensed Acupuncturist
Sarah Baden, founder of Acupuncture For Wellness, holds a Masters in Acupuncture from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. With 20+ years of experience, she specializes in holistic pain management and emotional wellness, blending traditional practices with modern healthcare.
Amy Shook
Licensed Acupuncturist
Amy Shook, a licensed acupuncturist and former ER nurse, brings 14 years of clinical expertise to her practice. She focuses on community acupuncture, emphasizing patient-centered care and stress reduction through personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture effectively addresses chronic pain, anxiety, depression, hormonal imbalances, migraines, and post-treatment recovery, among other conditions.
How does the sliding scale work?
Patients choose their payment amount between $25 and $50 per session, ensuring treatments remain accessible to all income levels.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a health history review, treatment plan discussion, and a 30–60 minute session in a quiet, group setting with recliners.
Are the practitioners licensed?
Yes, both Sarah Baden and Amy Shook are licensed in Oregon and certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture.
Can I use insurance for treatments?
We provide receipts for insurance reimbursement but do not bill insurers directly, except for car accident claims.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, check, and credit/debit cards for all services.