Hands for Healing with Needles of Light, Inc / Jeff McConnell
Stretching, Qi Gong, CEU Seminars and more to the Community & Beyond! He is also a licensed massage therapist with 25 years of experience.
We Are a St Pete Local & Veteran owned, Holistic Health and Wellness Clinic Since 2012, With a Mission to bring Quality & Affordable Acupuncture, Massage Therapies, Reiki/Polarity, Ast. Jeff McConnell is a Board Certified, licensed acupuncture physician who is dedicated to assisting his patients in achieving and maintaining their optimal health and well being, of body, mind, and spirit. At his clinic he offers a variety of modalities from both East and West. Among these are acupuncture, massage therapy, assisted stretching, Shiatsu, Reiki, and Chinese cupping. Homeopathic remedies, medicinal herbs, and detoxification formulas are also used. Programs are available to help break addictions and to promote homeostasis and well being. Dr. Jeff attended the East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. In December of 2005, he graduated with a Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences. In January of 2006, he traveled to Bejing, China for advanced training in Traditional Chinese Medicine at China’s top army hospital. Since 1996, Dr. Jeff has been a continuing education provider. State of Florida – Continuing Education Provider Number: 50-10126
Hands for Healing/Needles of Light, Inc. is the name of the clinic in St. Petersburg, Florida where Jeff practices acupuncture and massage therapy.
02/05/2026
This Sunday, Join us and the community here at the clinic for a warming and energy moving morning of Free guided Qi-Gong with our Dr Jeff McConnell at 10am!
It may be a little chilly so dress warm as we are usually outside under the oak next door! NOTE: If the class has small turnout and is cold, we can do the class in the clinic as well!
More info on event and how to RSVP:
CommUNITY Qi Gong for Health and Wellness ~ W/ Dr. Jeff McConnell
Hope to see you here!
02/01/2026
Acupuncture has gained significant attention as a complementary treatment for a wide range of health concerns—and since 2020, many insurance companies have begun including acupuncture in their coverage plans. This shift reflects growing recognition of acupuncture’s potential benefits and its role as a cost-effective option for care.
If you’re wondering how acupuncture fits into your insurance plan, what to expect during a session, and which conditions it may support, this post covers the essentials.
In this guide, we’ll break down:
• How insurance coverage for acupuncture typically works
• What your first visit usually includes
• Common conditions acupuncture is often used for
• How to verify your benefits before scheduling
Acupuncture has gained significant attention as a complementary treatment for various health conditions. Since 2020, many insurance companies have started including acupuncture in their coverage plans. This shift reflects growing recognition of acupuncture’s potential benefits and its role as a co...
01/28/2026
Discover the gentle power of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) — a specialized massage that helps move lymph fluid, reduce swelling, support immunity, and promote overall wellness. Read the benefits, medical uses, and cosmetic advantages in our latest blog post here: https://wix.to/t3ZEUWV
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a gentle, specialized massage technique designed to stimulate the flow of lymph fluid throughout the body. This method supports the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in removing toxins, waste, and excess fluids from tissues. By encouraging lymph movement...
01/21/2026
Ready to transform your well-being? Discover the healing power of Reiki! 🌟
Reiki offers a unique approach to healing by focusing on the flow of life energy within the body.
This ancient practice, rooted in Japanese tradition, aims to clear energy blockages that may cause physical or emotional discomfort. Many people turn to Reiki to find relaxation, pain relief, and support for their overall well-being.
This post explores how Reiki works, its history, and practical ways it can benefit your health here: https://wix.to/6Cq42tW
If you are interested in not just receiving Reiki, but practicing it, we host Reiki 1 and 2 Classes and Attunements every few months with the first one of the year on February 22nd!
Usui Reiki 1 & 2 Attunement Class with Dr. Jeff McConnell
^^ Click here for more info on the class!
01/11/2026
Happy Sunday! Hope to see you today for Qi Gong at 10am!
New year = new in-person, hands-on CEU seminars date at the clinic:
✅ Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) 1+
✅ Reiki 1 & 2
✅ Shiatsu 1+
Even if this is a *bi-year* for massage license renewals, it’s a great time to knock out your in-person CEUs early and bring new, actionable skills into your practice.
Plan for 2026: We’re aiming to host a seminar on the LAST Sunday of every month, rotating these 3 classes throughout the year! As well as host a few seminars in places outside out County/State!
2) 𝙍𝙚𝙞𝙠𝙞 𝟣 & 𝟤
📅 Sunday, Feb 22
✨ Reiki 1: 8am–2pm (💵$95) 🎓 6 CEU
✨ Reiki 2: 2pm–8pm (💵$95) 🎓 6 CEU
*Reiki 1 is required for Reiki 2 — both can be taken the same day.*
Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1289753529502904
Complete your CEUs in St. Petersburg - Approved Provider. Fast CE Broker Reporting. Shiatsu, Stretching, Reiki Courses Available.
01/09/2026
☯️🔥🐎𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿!🐎🔥☯️
We hope this message is received by you well as we welcome you Join us on Sunday, January 11th for our first Guided Qigong Class of the year, with Dr. Jeff McConnell, LMT, AP—This will be a grounding, self-nurturing practice to help you breathe deeply, soften tension, and feel more centered as we venture further into the new year.
We are excited to share that this year we will be aiming to offer 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Community Qi Gong, every Second Sunday of the month!
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗤𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴?
Qigong, pronounced “chee-gong,” was developed in China thousands of years ago as part of traditional Chinese medicine. It involves using exercises to optimize energy within the body, mind, and spirit, with the goal of improving and maintaining health and well-being. Qigong has both psychological and physical components and involves the regulation of the mind, breath, and body’s movement and posture.
𝗜𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗾𝗶𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴:
-Breath is slow, long, and deep with patterns that may switch from abdominal breathing to -breathing combined with speech sounds.
-Movements are typically gentle and smooth, aimed for relaxation.
-Mind regulation includes focusing one’s attention and visualization.
-Dynamic (active) qigong techniques primarily focus on body movements, especially movements of the whole body or arms and legs.
-Meditative (passive) qigong techniques can be practiced in any posture that can be maintained over time and involve breath and mind exercises, with almost no body movement.
𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗤𝗶 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴:
• Supports relaxation and stress relief
• May help ease chronic tension/pain
• Encourages mobility and balance
• Supports mood and overall wellbeing
Experience Consciousness on
World Meditation Day
December 21st, 2025
INNER PEACE - GLOBAL HARMONY
Meditators in all parts of the world are invited to begin your morning meditation at 8:00 AM local time* on Sunday, 21 December 2025. As the globe turns, hour by hour, time zone by time zone, each of us will start our morning meditation at 8:00 AM. And, later the same day, each of us will start our evening meditation at 5:00 PM local time.
12/17/2025
Seasons Greetings and Winter Blessings!❄️
With the days shortening and the nights lingering, leading up to the winter solstice on the horizon, we are called to slow down and look inward to reflect on all this past year has had to offer, with gratitude for all that has been there for us, form and form-less.
We want to wholeheartedly thank our lovely clients who have had the desire to take some of their health and wellness back into their own hands by learning from what we have to offer at the clinic. This has left us flooded with growth and abundance since opening the new clinic 2 years ago! Thank You, Thank You Thank Y O U!
To algin with the slowing down of the season and to practice what we preach (from a Tao/TCM POV), We have scheduled some days off ahead:
12/22 will be a 1/2 day off (Fully Booked)
12/23 Off for Holidays
12/24 Off for Holidays
12/31 Off for NYE
1/1/2026 Off for NYD
We are open ALL other weekdays for the rest of the year and still have a few acupuncture time slots with Dr Jeff and plenty of Massage Openings with Austin P!
We also have Gift Certificates so if you are in search of a last min stocking stuffer/gift for you or a loved one, the gift of self-care cant be beat!
Call or visit us at the clinic to get yours!
727 823 9000
Have a Safe & Joyous Solstice and Happy & Healthy Holidays!
~Dr Jeff and Austin P.
10/30/2025
It's the day before Halloween and we had this gut-sinking feeling to SLASH both the price of Dr Jeffs 'Integrative Synergy' 90 min session AND its New patient Special. 🎃🔪
🧙♀️That Witch WAS originally $150/90 min; $135 with a new patient special.👻
NOW is $140/90 Min session; $125 for the new patient special!
Call us today to Harvest this spooky new deal as well as tapping into our massage specials with Austin to help Reanimate your body into new light! 🧟
Happy Halloween and Samhain Blessings to you! 🦇🌕🕯
07/11/2025
Summer Season is Preheated and is fully Cooking!🌞
Us here hope you have been staying hydrated and full of seasonal Fire and Life.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, the summer season corresponds to the 🔥FIRE🔥 element.
This element is regulated by the Yin-Yang☯️ organ pair of the Heart and Small Intestine, which are associated with the emotion of joy☺️, the bitter taste, and the color red❤️🔥.
Summer is a period characterized by heightened yang energy, warmth, expansion, and outward movement. To align with the energy of this season, TCM advises engaging in activities that encourage circulation and emotional well-being, such as Qi Gong, yoga, swimming, or spending time outdoors. Consuming cooling and heart-healthy foods, as well as cultivating positive emotions, are also considered essential for maintaining wellness during the summer months in TCM.
This summer, a new deal is available in addition to the regular specials.
‘Austin’s Summer Shiatsu Special’ is a combo package that includes:
• An intake session and a complimentary AcuGraph reading with Dr. Jeff and Austin. This evaluation examines the body's 12 meridian functions, identifies imbalances, and provides suggestions for realignment through acupuncture points and lifestyle recommendations. A colored printout of the results is included (valued at $50).
• Clients will then select either a 2-session or 4-session pack of Shiatsu (acupressure massage along the meridians, needle-free) with Austin. These sessions are designed to address any imbalances identified during the AcuGraph evaluation, as well as concerns raised during the intake process.
Call us for more information, any questions or To book your appointment!
Happy Healing and May the Light and Yang energy of the Summer season keep you Happy, Healthy and Free!🕊
06/06/2025
Yang Risings! ☀️
May this post find you in good space 🙏
As the longest day of the year & summer encroaches, we at the clinic have felt the call to share some of the healing warmth we offer, with the community!
So join us on the evening of the Summer Solstice, June 20th, from 7pm - ~8pm+ for a evening of sharing this Intelligent Life Qi we know and practice as Reiki.
No reiki experience or base Attunements needed to join as this will be for all levels of practice and walks of life!
Dr Jeff will first lightly go over the practice of reiki and how with intent, even one without attunements can send the energy, then we will dive into the reiki sharing circles for the rest of the evening 🕉
Hope to see you out here and stay tuned for event page and more info to come!
Happy Healings☯️
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Jeff McConnell is a Board Certified, licensed acupuncture physician (AP2231) who is dedicated to assisting his patients in achieving and maintaining their optimal health and well-being, of body, mind, and spirit. He is also a licensed massage therapist (MA9200) with 30 years of experience. Dr. Jeff has developed an approach to healing that blends both Western and Eastern views of the structure and function of the body and mind. His teaching experience has provided him with a greater understanding of our amazing bio-electric body to more effectively treat his patients and to educate them on how they can assist him and their body into achieving and maintaining a high level of health and performance.
Dr. Jeff attended the East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, Florida. In December of 2005, he graduated with a Masters-Degree in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor-Degree in Health Sciences. In January of 2006, he traveled to Beijing, China for advanced training in Traditional Chinese Medicine at China’s top army hospital.
Dr. McConnell is an Adjunct Faculty at Everglades University in Tampa in their Alternative Medicine Program. He was a teacher at the Suncoast School of Massage Therapy in Tampa for twenty years.
Dr. Jeff has been approved as a continuing education provider by the
Florida Boards of Nursing and Massage Therapy. Provider Number: 50-10126 and the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork – Continuing Education Provider Number: 312997
He currently practices at:
