Acupuncture’s most Frequently Asked Questions
When I tell someone I am an Acupuncturist, they respond with curiosity and questions! Below are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions in our clinic~ What is the goal of Acupuncture? The...
View Article“So…..how did YOU get into acupuncture?”
This is a question I get ALL THE TIME. So here’s what happened: I was young, 18 or 19 at the time, and I started having asthma attacks that were seemingly out of the blue. Because I didn’t know what...
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Self Care for the New Year
The holiday season came quick this year. Most of us welcome the diversion of holiday television commercials, Christmas lights and enjoy indulging at holiday and work parties. However, the residual...
View ArticleTips for Avoiding Colds and Flu
It’s that time of year again! That time where EVERYONE seems to be getting sick with the common cold, flu and worse. Conventional medicine has few options to treat these maladies and we all suffer...
View ArticleHonoring the season of winter in body, mind, and spirit
Here in Michigan we are awaiting a winter storm. It will be cold, with a dark sky & a blanket of ivory over everything. In Chinese Medicine, this time of year reflects the Kidney energy, which is...
View ArticleJulie Shindler-Cohen Celebrates 10-year Anniversary
10 Years in Practice: A Reflection Happy New Year, everyone! For me, 2019 signifies my 10th anniversary as an acupuncturist. I cannot believe that it’s been a whole decade. As I gear up to celebrate my...
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Misconceptions of healthcare: What people don’t know and have to find out the...
I am so excited to share a PODCAST with you! I was invited by Stephanie Lopez Gillmore, hormonal health and weight loss expert. We found each other through mutual health related interests and ended...
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Chinese Medicine & Infertility: 5 tips that apply to everyone
I was so honored to partner with Detroit Moms Blog for National Infertility Awareness Week! Please check out the blog and ofcourse, comment with questions! I’d love to hear about you and your journey....
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Acupuncture & Depression; Diagnosis is paramount to success
When a client comes to our office for an emotional condition, I ask a lot of questions. For all new patients, we always do a thorough intake. But as far as emotions, I find there is a wide range of...
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The Benefits of Continued Acupuncture!
I have been in practice a long time – going on 20 years! It seems like my decision to start acupuncture school was yesterday. Fast forward to now! We have a busy practice with 5 acupuncturists and a...
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Acupunture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Autumn
Fall is officially here in Michigan. The leaves are not only turning intensely vibrant colors, yet dropping from the trees. Days are becoming shorter as nights grow longer. There’s a crisp chill in...
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Our Body’s Report Card
One unique aspect about Chinese Medicine is learning about a person, both physically and emotionally—in DETAIL. In order to create an effective treatment plan, the acupuncturist must understand minute...
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Get Your Daily DOSE of Well Being!
When I first moved home from acupuncture school in California, I worked at a well known hospital in Michigan. At this time, very few staff were familiar with acupuncture. As a way of education, I...
View ArticleBalancing and Strengthening Healthy Digestion
The more a person learns about traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the more one understands why digestion is so important to all aspects of health! It is a confusing concept to those of us steeped in...
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The Six Healing Sounds of Chinese Medicine
Chinese Medicine was created in a time when we were living more in alignment with nature. Our bodies are a reflection of nature and we use elements to describe the qualities of how our bodies...
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Tongue Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Tongue diagnosis is a key factor in creating a Chinese medical diagnosis. For most new patients, it seems odd to stick out your tongue at someone! However, there are many clues regarding the balance of...
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Food As Medicine: Yin and Yang Theory, Thermal Nature of Food and the Five...
This is Part 1 of 2 laying the groundwork for food as medicine. Part 2 is the recipe for turmeric, ginger, garlic and noodle soup. I did my first FB Live in the Kitchen with my husband Kevin today—we...
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Part 2: Food As Medicine: Restorative Turmeric, Ginger, Garlic and Noodle Soup
Here’s what you’ve all been waiting for! An easy, restorative, nourishing and delicious soup that supports the immune system, balances our yin and yang and touches on all five of the Five Flavors. The...
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Riding the Hormonal Wave & the Women of Wellness Summit
WEBSITE: https://www.womenofwellnesssummit.com MONICA’S DISCOUNT TICKET CODE: MMLWOW Riding the Hormonal Wave: In Chinese Medicine, it’s all about creating balance. With the four stages of a...
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Monica Mae Leibson on the Making Meaning Podcast
“Although I seriously hate needles, once or twice a month I lay on a table with a bunch of them sticking out of me because of how good acupuncture makes me feel. On my latest Make Meaning podcast...
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