Valentine Care, PLLC

02/11/2026

The somatic coaching work I offer has this concept at its core. The deep belief that there is nothing broken about you, nothing inherently evil or bad or wrong.
The sense that within each of us are parts that we’ve buried, denied, rejected, or shame-hated into exile.
They tend to covertly take control during moments of trigger, dysregulation, fatigue- not to hurt you, but in an attempt to help you.
These old strategies used to be adaptive and they make sense- until they don’t.
Many of use could use an energetic “software update” to uplevel outdated coping tactics. But we try to do this with logic and discipline and rationality.
What I find tends to be the most transformative is when we gently explore the energy (Qi) system together and slowly become curious about whatever wants to reveal itself.
It’s like a “no part left behind” mission. I’ve struggled to name it exactly as it is a conglomeration of various techniques and trainings plus intuition. For now, I’ve settled on Qi Retrieval.
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11/14/2025

I was ready to experiment with a new set up and can’t wait to hear your feedback!

I’ll be hunting for some cute curtains and maybe some more artwork.

Excited to feel into this old-new space with you.

07/31/2025

Such a beautiful way to spend the day. ♥️

04/26/2025

I’m so excited to have found this beautiful obsidian ‘needle’ at today!

Teishin needles have been a part of Chinese medicine for non-insertion acupuncture/acupressure and are wonderful options for those who are nervous about needles and/or for points that tend to have more sensation with regular needles.

Can’t wait to put this sweet tool to use. ♥️

04/09/2025

This book is wonderful.

So is the library system!

So is living life with an orientation towards joy regardless of the circumstances. These two are powerful examples of how this can be done.

I think we sometimes write off joy as frivolous, childish, inappropriate or superficial. But, what are we “doing the work” for if not to enhance our capacity for joy?

I hope you find something wholesome and mundane to laugh about today, I hope you remove any internal blocks to joy, I hope you go visit your local library.

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02/01/2025

It’s such a joy to provide free ear acupuncture (NADA protocol) + meditation + share circle every week. Hope you and your loved ones join.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-wellness-hour-weekly-tickets-1099987575449

12/05/2024

I still find it absurd that so many of my “titles” have been determined by my romantic relationship status, I still love this lil trajectory of my life. What I love most about this Dr. title is that it helps define my relationship with YOU. I love getting to be part of your health and wellness journeys.
While my firm belief is that you are the expert of your own body, I am deeply honored to be part of the collaboration in your care.
Thank you for helping me do the work I love.
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12/01/2024

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Wow. You guys.
I had no idea I’d even been nominated until after the voting had ended and a kind soul casually mentioned voting for me. Lol. I was so touched and baffled. I reached out to and asked if they could share who nominated me so I could thank them. And, they said there were several nominations, so excuse me as I pick my melting heart off the floor. I still don’t know which sweethearts nominated me or all the sweethearts who voted me into second place, but THANK YOU!!!!!!!! 🙏
This means so much to me. Honestly a little teary eyed and overwhelmed right now.
I love what I do and I love the people I get to do it with.
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(Also, does anyone know how to get a copy of this magazine?)

11/30/2024

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-wellness-hour-tickets-1099005869139?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=wsa&aff=ebdsshwebmobile

Free community wellness hour with NADA ear acupuncture (or ear seeds) and meditation. Free/donation based and open to everyone.

11/13/2024

Laughter is medicine.
I am convinced that the vibration of laughter has healing properties. Especially when shared with someone you love completely.
I am so blessed to laugh easily, laugh often and surround myself with people who laugh with me. And, I’ve also worked hard to get here.
When is the last time you laughed until your belly ached, tears streamed down your face and you had to gasp for a moment of air to sputter out “I can’t breathe” before another fit of laughter wracked your body?
Lean into joy. It’s an act of rebellion in a world that profits off despair.

09/14/2024

I don’t do marketing. But if I did, this would be it. I mean, who wouldn’t want an acupuncturist who does THIS?!?! 🤣

09/04/2024

I shared a vulnerable story with a friend about a vision I had while deep in a meditation. It involved a dragon and a wolf. She came across this image and sent it to me- also recognizing that I’d love the heart shape.

This is love in action. To be heard, seen, recognized, thought of. . . Little acknowledgments that show you’ve been noticed. This is how intimacy builds. Slow openings that include offerings from our inner worlds. The receiver of these offerings has the opportunity to do what did and hold them tenderly in their hearts. And share a bit of themselves in return.

I love love.