Mend Acupuncture - Baltimore

11/13/2024

Now playing in the Community Clinic: EXTRAVISION by Guy Blakeslee

Baltimore-born musician Guy Blakeslee found himself transformed after being struck by a car on the first day of the pandemic. This life-altering event led him to create EXTRAVISION, a meditative collection of healing music to help listeners experience a sense of timeless peace. Soundscapes and gentle healing rhythms provide an ideal backdrop for relaxation and renewal during this month's Community Acupuncture sessions.

EXTRAVISION is a deeply therapeutic analog offering from experimental guitarist Guy Blakeslee. Healing music, New Age tape music, ambient soundscape, Satie on acid, music for psychedelic therapy, an extraterrestrial film score … call it what you will; Blakeslee considers it “channeled material” sent through him from other, parallel dimensions. Learn more via link in comments...

11/07/2024

For the rest of November, bring a friend to the Community Acupuncture clinic for FREE. Care is better together.

No matter the outcome, post-election stress can impact us all. To support our community’s well-being, we’re offering Bring a Friend for Free at our Community Acupuncture clinics for the rest of November. Bring a loved one to relax, recharge, and find balance together. It’s a small way to come together, reset, and prioritize your health.

Tag or share with a friend who could use some TLC. ❤️‍

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Offer details: Available at Re*****on or Quarry Lake clinics. When scheduling online choose “Bring a Friend for Free - Community Acupuncture.” Then “Add a friend,” enter their contact info, and check off their name to add them to the appointment. If you have any issues with scheduling, give us a call at 410-235-1776. Good for both new and current clients. Offer ends November 30, 2024. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

11/06/2024

To cope with any election-related stress, today and the days to come, consider taking a walk in nature. Walking among trees and enjoying the clean crisp air not only lowers blood pressure and cortisol levels but also supports lung health, aiding in emotional release, clarity, and inner peace. In fact, working with the Lungs is a great way to help find peace amid change, as they are the yin organ of fall.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Lungs are connected to the emotion of grief and the process of letting go, both emotionally and physically. They are seen as helping release unprocessed emotions like sadness, attachment, and stagnation, allowing for a healthier flow of qi (energy).

In our blog "There's No Better Time Than a Walk in the Woods" we talk more about the benefits of walking in nature, the organs of fall, as well as some walking tips and walking suggestions in the Baltimore area. Link in comments.

What are some of your favorite walks?

11/04/2024

🗳️✨ Election Day Special Alert! ✨🗳️

This Election Day, we’re here to help you stay balanced and stress-free as you make your voice heard! That's why we're offering 50% off Community Acupuncture from 4-7:30pm provided by Catherine Belleza, L.Ac. at the Re*****on Community Clinic.

With emotions running high this election, taking time for self-care is essential. Relax, recharge, and honor your civic duty with well-deserved healing acupuncture.

Offer details: Take 50% off Community Acupuncture on 11/5/2024 at Re*****on. Cannot be combined with other offers.

10/31/2024

👻 Ancient Ghost Points & Ghost Points 👻

In ancient Chinese culture, ghosts (gui 鬼) intertwined with beliefs about the afterlife, ancestral reverence, and the forces influencing mental and physical health.

Ghosts were considered the spirits of the dead who had not found peace, often due to unresolved emotions, improper burials, unfinished business or disturbances in family lineage and ancestral rites. These spirits were thought to linger in the human world, potentially influencing the health and fortune of the living.

In our blog, "Ancient Ghosts and Ghosts" we explore the two parts of the soul and two types of spirit hauntings. Discover how possession can harm an individual and learn about the Ghost Points designed to help spirits find peace and move on! We've even included a few Ghost Points that you can do at home in the form of acupressure to promote calm and ease.

10/24/2024

Introducing Teen Acupuncture: Holistic Support for Ages 13-17

Our newest offering is specially designed to help young adults with their physical and emotional well-being. Whether it’s managing stress, addressing pain, or improving focus, we offer a safe and effective way to support a teen's nervous system.

Acupuncture can help teens with:

• Stress & anxiety
• Depression
• Hormonal imbalances
• Headaches & migraines
• Sports injuries
• Digestive issues
• Sleep disturbances
• Focus & concentration difficulties

Empower your teen to feel at home in their body 💫

10/09/2024

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fall is associated with the Lung and Large Intestine organs, as well as the Metal element. It's a time to nourish the body with warming and moistening foods to prepare for the cooler months ahead. Follow these fall nutrition tips and choose foods from the Fall Foods list to harmonize the body with the seasonal changes and support overall health.

09/04/2024

Get 20% off your first Seasonal Tune-Up!

This fall, don’t miss out on our exclusive Seasonal Tune-Up, designed to help you let go—physically and emotionally. As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to align your body and mind with the natural rhythms of fall.

08/13/2024

Summer can be challenging for people with autoimmune issues, as fluctuations in humidity and temperature can trigger symptoms.

In "Navigating Autoimmune Issues with TCM," Mend Acupuncturist Julia Flaccavento, L.Ac explains the Chinese medicine perspective of the immune system, as well as treating through a lens of wholeness and balance. Through this TCM framework of seeking to create harmony within the body, autoimmune patients can find some relief in symptoms in the summer and all year-round.

08/08/2024

As sun and fun go hand in hand, it’s no wonder that Joy is the ruling emotion of summer, with the Heart as its corresponding organ.

In the blog, "Joy: The Emotion of Summer" learn how Joy feels in the mind/body, how it's cultivated and balanced, and how it relates to the post-acu glow. ✨

06/18/2024

We’re excited to announce a new addition to our Acupuncture team! Dr. Liana Macneill, L.Ac. was once on our Admin team before heading to Arizona for acupuncture school. She has returned to Maryland and is joining us this month!

To help welcome Liana back to Mend, we’re offering 30% off your first session with them. Offer expires June 30. To claim this offer, be sure to mention the “New Provider Promo” at the front desk.

05/03/2024

In TCM, spring is associated with the Liver, the emotion of anger and the Wood element. The Liver is responsible for the smooth flow of emotions, Qi (energy) and blood. And the ​​Wood element brings an energy of creation and growth. When either are imbalanced, Qi stagnates, causing emotions like anger, irritability and a feeling of being stuck.

In this blog, we share more about the Liver and Wood element in relation to spring and anger, as well as some helpful tips to help Qi flow smoothly and keep emotions in check.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is associated with the Liver, the emotion of anger and the Wood element. The Liver is responsible for the smooth flow of emotions, Qi (energy) and blood. When the Liver is functioning properly, Qi flows smoothly and emotions are balanced. However, when t...

05/01/2024

From now until June 16, take 10% off gift cards! Load up a card with treatment(s) or simply purchase a dollar amount, it’s up to you. Gift cards can also be used for retail.

Your choice of delivery: print or email (send immediately or schedule day/time). In order to save, gift cards must be purchased online using GiftUp! – available anytime, 24/7. Offer ends June 16!

Mend gift cards are a great way to celebrate that special someone. They can be used for any service or retail items. Print or email gift cards (with option to schedule in advance). It's easy!

04/26/2024

In 2022, a handful of Mend staff formed a DEIB workgroup to help create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization. The result was a host of initiatives and trainings, some of which were recorded for onboarding new staff. While this work has been inward facing, we hope it has bolstered our client care.

In the spirit of transparency, we're sharing our DEIB webpage which includes a blog about our past achievements and future goals, as well as a short survey.

We are proud of this work and look forward to continuing these efforts for many years to come. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Diversity and Inclusion at Mend Committed to making a safer space for our clients, team, and community. Mend is

04/17/2024

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) food cravings are often interpreted as signals from the body indicating imbalances or needs. In fact, food cravings can be seen as a way of self-medicating.

There are five flavors: Sweet, Spicy/Pungent, Salty, Sour, and Bitter. In this blog, we explore the TCM connections between flavors and cravings, and provide healthy and beneficial foods to satisfy our cravings and fulfill our bodies' needs.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) views the body as a complex system of energies and organs, each with its specific functions and elements. Food cravings are often interpreted as signals from the body indicating imbalances or needs within

04/11/2024

Take 20% off Charlotte’s Web and Reprise Herbal Gummies!

Available at all clinics:
Charlotte’s Web Calm and Sleep, made with whole-plant h**p extract with CBD and other botanicals. Reprise Sleep, De-Stress, Focus, and Energy, traditional Chinese herbal blends crafted into yummy gummies.

Expires April 30 and while supplies last.

04/11/2024

With spring produce abundant in greens, citrus fruits, and berries, it’s no wonder that Traditional Chinese Medicine recommends eating green, sour, and sweet. Food with an upward energy such as sprouts and radishes are also recommended, as they mimic Wood energy, the element of spring. Additionally, Liver Qi (vital energy) tends to be particularly active in the spring, so it's important to support its functions with proper nutrition.

Read on to learn more...

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is associated with the Wood element and corresponds to the Liver and Gallbladder organs. According to TCM principles, spring is a time of renewal, growth, and regeneration, mirroring the awakening of nature. During...

04/09/2024

We’re excited to share that Acupuncturist Dr. Jessica Payne, LAc, DAOM and Massage Therapist Anya Sharif, LMT has joined the Mend team. To help welcome Dr. Jessica and Anya, we're offering *20% off your first session* with them! (Offer expires April 30. Be sure to mention the “New Provider Promo” at the front desk to receive discount.)

Dr. Jessica’s Hours
Tuesdays, 12-8 p.m. at Re*****on
Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Re*****on

Anya’s Hours
Wednesdays, 4-8 p.m. at Canton
Thursdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Re*****on
Sundays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Canton