Vaccaria Auriculotherapy

01/14/2026

😔Grief & 5NP Acupuncture👂📍
In 5NP Auricular Acupuncture, each organ system is connected not just to a physical function but also to an emotion.
🫁The lungs are associated with grief and the ability to let go.
Grief is a natural part of life, but when it is unprocessed or overwhelming, it can become stuck. This can affect our breath our energy, and even our skin. You might notice shallow breathing, a heavy chest frequent colds, or a sense of disconnection.
The lungs are also connected to inspiration not only the air we breathe but also our capacity to take in life fully. When grief lingers, it can make it difficult to move forward, release the past, or embrace joy,
5NP Auricular Acupuncture works to support the lungs and help the body gently process and release grief. It is not about forgetting or rushing through healing. It is about creating space to breathe again.
If you are carrying unspoken grief or feel like your breath is stuck, 5NP auricular acupuncture can help you return to balance.🫁🌿✨️

01/13/2026

5NP Auricular Acupuncture also known as Acudetox is proven to decrease cravings for alcohol and helps your body to detoxify.
🌿Just one of the MANY benefits of 5NP Auricular Acupuncture.

01/07/2026

✨️👂5NP Auricular Acupuncture drop-in sessions are back!!🪷

These sessions will be at Phoenix Fitness and Yoga at their ✨Downtown Studio
2 N. Central Ave. ️Staunton, VA. ✨️

🌿Drop-in and take a healing mid-day Acu-Nap
✨️An Acu-Nap isn't your average mid-day snooze - it's a mini healing journey, grounded in thousands of years of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

✨️📍While you're blissfully unaware, acupuncture needles/points are doing some serious energetic housekeeping Those tiny needles help unblock stagnation, restore the smooth flow of Qi (your body's vital energy), and bring your internal systems back into balance - physically, emotionally, and energetically,

😴That deep, unexpected nap you slip into? It's not just a bonus while you heal- it's a sign your nervous system is finally dropping out of fight-or-flight mode and entering a deeply parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) state. This is where true healing happens Brain waves slow down, stress hormones back off, and your body gets the green light to repair, regulate, and reset,

You may wake up a bit spacey💫 wondering what just happened - but underneath that groggy bliss, a lot has shifted. Think of it as your body's software rebooting itself... with a side of nervous system vacation vibes.

Whether you're treating stress, insomnia, pain, hormones, digestion, or just craving that elusive sense of inner peace, the acunap is the sweet spot where ancient medicine meets modern burnout - and wins.🌿✨️

👂For those who are needle shy...
We also offer Ear Seeds to stimulate the acu points through acu-pressure instead of acu-puncture and is beneficial for all ages! 🪷

01/06/2026

🤔Have you been curious about........
What 5NP Auricular Acupuncture is?
What the 5 points are and what they do?
What a 5NP Community Acupuncture session looks like and what to expect?
✨Take a moment to watch this extremely informative and educational video by Auricular Acu-Technician and Trainer Shimila Keenum where she introduces the Five Needle Protocol, the Five Elements framework, and what to expect during a 5NP session, including needle placement and the treatment experience.🌿

The Five Needle Protocol (5NP), also commonly referred to as the NADA Protocol or Acudetox, and sometimes described as AcuWellness in community settings, is ...

01/05/2026

🍃🌿East Meets West
In 5NP Auricular Acupuncture the ear is recognized as a map of the human body. The five specific points used in 5NP protocol interface with the ear’s connections to distinct aspects of human functioning.
🍃5NP provides a bridge between Western medicine and Eastern healing practices, supporting the recipient toward there own innate potential for growth and healing. 5NP is a trauma-informed protocol because it promotes empowerment, resilience, respect, choice, self-care and one’s innate healing capability.
🍃The 5NP protocol works with or without a diagnosis and reaches participants in a subjective manner, safely, non-verbally, drug-free, and with little to no negative side effects.
🌿"The Body as a Garden" is a metaphor in TCM where the body is seen as a garden needing tending. Using needles to balance the body’s energy (Qi) by clearing blockages (weeds), providing nourishment (fertilizer/water/sun), and fostering a healthy ecosystem (meridian channels) for vibrant health. Much like caring for plants your health isn't a quick fix but requires ongoing care to address imbalance and promote natural growth. A well-tended inner garden can help YOU better withstand stressors like droughts (stress) or insects (illness).
🍃✨️Your goal is to learn how to cultivate and support your inner garden. My goal as an Auricular Acu-Tech (AAT) is to help balance your inner ecosystem so that it can flourish. ✨️🌿🌿

01/02/2026

✨️✨️✨️✨️The Synergy of✨️✨️✨️✨️
Acupuncture and Sound Healing

What happens when these two healing traditions merge?

✨️Enhanced Qi Flow: Acupuncture facilitates the smooth flow of Qi, and sound therapy resonates with the body's energy field, further harmonizing Qi circulation while stimulating the body’s innate ability to heal.

✨️Deeper Relaxation: The calming sounds produced during sound therapy sessions affect the brain and induce a shift into deeper brainwave states such as Alpha and Theta, allowing for deeper states of relaxation. Over time, this can improve the quality of sleep alongside total nervous-system relaxation.

✨️Stress Reduction: The combination of acupuncture and sound therapy is a potent stress-reduction tool, helping the body to shift from chronic fight-or-flight nervous system pathways and return to a state of equilibrium.

✨️Pain Relief: The synergy of these therapies is particularly beneficial for pain management. Acupuncture's analgesic effects are amplified when paired with sound therapy, helping to alleviate chronic pain.

✨️Enhanced Immunity: The combination has been shown to support the immune system, which is vital for maintaining overall health and preventing illness.

✨️Emotional Balance: Patients often report a greater sense of emotional balance and reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression.

01/01/2026

🪷NEW YEAR'S RESET 2026🪷
AT Sattva Yoga and Wellness Center
January 10th & 11th
✨️What better way to start 2026 than a weekend of Deep Calming to help YOU Restore and Reset for the new year ahead. 🪷
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08/26/2025

5NP Auricular Acupuncture

08/26/2025

🔹️We invite you to experience the benefits of 5NP Acupuncture🔹️

08/25/2025

🪷 5NP ACUPUNCTURE 🪷
This week,
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08/12/2025

The passive nature of a 5NP Auricular Acupuncture treatment allows for a space of quiet contemplation and relaxation. The primary role is receiving rather than engaging or physical movement. The stillness and quiet contemplation is enhanced by the calming and grounding effects of the auricular acupuncture points, enabling individuals to:
~Relax and reduce anxiety and stress
~Improve sleep
~Enhance emotional stability and mood
~Reduce cravings
~Foster a stronger connection to one's internal wisdom and ability to cope.
🌿👂📍5NP auricular acupuncture empowers the body to initiate its own healing process without requiring any specific action or effort from you during the treatment itself. This simplicity, combined with the focus on quiet introspection, creates an environment where you can deeply relax, heal, and reconnect with your inner strength.

08/05/2025