Kerry Goodwin joins Sacred Valley Acupuncture

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I’m Kerry Goodwin, licensed acupuncturist and certified Chinese herbalist specializing in the treatment of women’s health, fertility, prenatal and postpartum care, gastrointestinal and autoimmune disorders, food sensitivities, nutritional counseling, and mental health. My goal is to provide the highest level of care and compassion to my patients. I believe in looking at the body and person as a whole, not merely a series of symptoms. My background as a professional ballet dancer taught me to connect and listen to my body and I hope to bring that same body awareness to my patients through the use of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, moxibustion, cupping, nutrition, and body work.

As a practitioner my priority is to hold a safe and healing space for patients seeking optimal health and balance in their lives no matter where you are in your journey toward health and wholeness. I absolutely love connecting with my patients and bringing the medicine to as many people in my community as I can. During treatments I spend the majority of the time with my patients using additional modalities and I tailor each treatment to the specific needs each time.

My husband and I are thrilled to begin exploring all that Asheville and the surrounding area has to offer. We have lived in Portland, OR for the last five years where I received my Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. After graduating I opened Alignment Acupuncture in Portland and also taught ballet barre classes at Mod Physique. But the pull of being closer to family and new opportunities drew us East. Whether we are on the west coast or the east coast, we enjoy camping, spending time outdoors, exploring our city, and cooking with friends and family.

Sacred Valley Community Acupuncture Clinic for Women Opens May 5, 2016

Posted on by Kerry Goodwin in Events, News

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Starting May 5th you are welcome to visit the new Sacred Valley Community Acupuncture Clinic for Women.

When?

Every Thursday 11 AM to 4 PM

Where?

Homegrown Families Community Health and Education Center
201 Charlotte Street Asheville, NC 28801

How Much?

$25-$45 sliding scale

Why?

During her second pregnancy acupuncturist Krystal Kinnunen was inspired to provide a community space for women where they could receive affordable acupuncture care in a safe, comfortable environment. Women in all stages of life cycles be treated for a wide variety of women’s health issues and overall self-care, stress management, and preventive care are provided. Support is available for women that want to get pregnant, are pregnant, or have recently had a baby.

How to Make an Appointment

Call or text Krystal at (828) 301-7166.

 

The year of the Fire Monkey

Posted on by Kerry Goodwin in News

Happy Lunar New Year 2016, the year of the Fire Monkey! Monday, February 8th is a new moon and the Chinese New Year. The year of the monkey is all about making swift changes and infinite possibilities with enthusiasm. It is a great time to revisit and refine your New Year’s intention… Recommit to your highest vision of yourself. Making a commitment for Radical Self Care and upgrading your health is a perfect way to start. Let the universe know you are serious about your vitality and book a session with me. I’m back in action and would love to serve you!

For those of you who do not know, Aaliyah was born October 4th at home. We had a beautiful, and gentle water birth. My sweetie, Michael Sitzer was an amazing solid support and we are so grateful for our midwives. Here’s a picture of my sweet daughters.

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I’m seeing clients now Monday and Friday mornings. Call or text 828-301-7166 to schedule a session. I’m looking forward to re-connecting or seeing you for the first time.

BOOK in the month of February and I’ll give you $10 off your treatment!

Fertility Enhancement

Posted on by Kerry Goodwin in Interesting Articles, News

A few weeks ago during a summer evening around the pool with friends, I heard this story about bee’s and Shamans. The story spoke to my heart and my reverence for bees deepened. A new friend who’s a bee keeper shared a beautiful story that goes like this: The Shaman or the Medicine Man/Woman of the tribe would go out and pray to the bees. They would tell the bees all the problems of the tribe and the belief was the bees would then go out and pollenate holding the prayers and specific needs of the community as they buzzed around each flower doing their busy work, not only for their hive but for the tribe.

We use to be deeply interconnected with Mother Nature in a symbiotic relationship. As a collective whole we have gotten far away from this relationship. There are cultures around the world that still pray and give offerings to the earth, who they revere as Pachamama (the Andes goddess of the earth and fertility). As I write this it reminds me of women and their cycles being in sync with the moon… “The Red Tent”. A time when we use to sit close to the earth with other women, a place where wisdom would be passed down. Herbal medicine was the only medicine available to us; humanity was interwoven with the natural world.

There is a strong movement and desire pulling us back to the symbiotic relationship with Mother Nature. It’s happening! Our beloved Bees, I offer my gratitude and reverence to you and your medicine. One of the most profound gifts they offer us is their Royal Jelly. It is the potent medicine that only the Queen Bee and the Honey Bee larvae receive. The Queen receives it her entire life to keep her producing off spring. When taken with reverence, respect, and gratitude it will greatly enhance a women’s fertility. Here is an on-line article with more detailed information regarding Royal Jelly. It’s crucial to buy from a company with integrity, one that is not causing any harm to our bees. As we all know they are declining. They need our prayers now.