By identifying and addressing the underlying causes of dysfunction through advanced Traditional Chinese Medicine assessment, personalized nutrition, and lifestyle interventions, I help patients improve brain-body communication, support the body’s regulatory processes, and address chronic pain, fatigue, stress-related conditions, digestive disorders, and other complex health concerns.
The Brunches of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive system of healthcare with a history spanning thousands of years. It takes an integrated approach to health, recognizing the interconnected roles of physical function, the nervous system, emotional health, and the body’s internal regulatory processes.
Combining time-tested medical principles with a modern understanding of human physiology, TCM offers a framework for identifying underlying patterns of dysfunction rather than focusing solely on individual symptoms. It recognizes the relationship between physical conditions, emotional experiences, stress, and the body’s ability to adapt and heal—a connection also explored through the psychosomatic approach. Drawing on energy medicine and Eastern philosophical perspectives on spirituality, it considers the individual as an integrated system in which the mind, body, and internal environment continuously influence one another.
The specialty of this practice is going beyond symptom management. Through advanced TCM diagnostics, individualized treatment strategies, personalized nutrition, and lifestyle guidance, we look for connections between seemingly unrelated symptoms and underlying functional imbalances. This approach is particularly valuable for people dealing with chronic pain, fatigue, digestive disorders, stress-related conditions, sleep disturbances, and complex health concerns that may require a broader perspective than treating each symptom in isolation.
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Acupuncture: An Evidence-Informed Approach to Healing
Acupuncture is a clinically studied therapeutic technique that involves the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles at specific points on the body. Modern research suggests that acupuncture can influence several physiological processes, particularly those involved in pain regulation, nervous system activity, and the body’s response to physical stress.
From a biomedical perspective, acupuncture stimulates sensory nerves and may influence the release of endogenous pain-regulating chemicals, including endorphins and other neurotransmitters. Research also suggests that it can affect communication between the peripheral and central nervous systems, influence connective tissue activity, and modulate certain physiological responses associated with pain and inflammation
Eastern Nutrition
Chinese Medicine uses food as a dynamic partner to acupuncture and herbs to achieve long lasting clinical results. Every new patient is consulted on the best choices that he or she can make regarding improving their condition through nutrition. Recommendations and documentation are given to patients to help guide on the journey towards sustained wellness.
Herbal Remedies
Herbal remedies are included in Oriental medical diagnosis and treatment by botanicals only in conjunction with acupuncture care. The herbs are used in variety of forms such as ready to use pills and tablets, powder and tea. Herbal formulas are prescribed based on each patient individual needs.
In-person and Virtual Consultations & Coaching
Take advantage of our knowledge and experience from anywhere in the country through virtual consultations. We make a plan for customized dietary changes, supplements, and herbal formulas, which will be created in a clean, safe pharmacy and shipped directly to you. We may also suggest some acupressure points or massage techniques you can implement by yourself or with a partner. After the initial consultation, regular check-ins can be scheduled as needed to check on and maintain progress, when updates occur or when additional support is needed.
Your Symptoms Are Connected. Your Treatment Should Be, Too.
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help address a wide range of concerns by considering the underlying patterns contributing to your symptoms.
Pain & Mobility
Back pain, sciatica, neck pain, migraines, joint problems
Stress & Emotional Health
Anxiety, burnout, tension, emotional exhaustion
Sleep & Energy
Insomnia, fatigue, brain fog, restless sleep
Digestive Health
Reflux, bloating, constipation, IBS
Women’s & Men’s Health
Menstrual concerns, menopause, fertility, pelvic health
Neurological & Respiratory
Neuropathy, sinus problems, allergies, dizziness
Ancillary Modalities
Cupping Therapy
Cupping Therapy utilizes a round edged glass or plastic cup with the introduction of a small flame, or hand pump to create a vacuum. The circulation of blood, lymph and qi increases when the vacuum is applied to the surface of the body creating a moving and pain reducing effect
Moxibustion
Moxibustion (moxa) is burning of the Mugwart herb, which had been dried and rolled into cigar shaped form, over specific area or a needle. The heat and frequency (vibration) of the procedure has been used in conjunction with acupuncture for treating wide range of symptoms from fatigue to digestive issues.
EStim
As with traditional acupuncture, needles are inserted in specific points along the body and then attached to a device that generates continuous low electric pulses. The technique has been widely used in treating painful symptoms of musculoskeletal system.
SuJok Therapy
SuJok, literally translates as hand or foot, is a way to use small needles on a hand (or foot) for simple and highly effective treatment of painful or internal syndromes.
KyoJung Therapy
KyoJung Therapy is a form of Korean Physical Manipulation. It consists of a series of assisted stretches, needling techniques, and propping methods.
Auricular Therapy
Auricular Therapy uses a model of the human body transposed onto the human ear. The system is mainly used for stress relief or post trauma using five needle protocol.
Mark Gutkin, L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist and board-certified herbalist.
He incorporates an eclectic blend of advanced diagnostic techniques, acupuncture,
herbal medicine, and dietary advice to help patients find a path to sustainable health.