Many people living with autoimmune arthritis notice that their symptoms flare during times of stress, and that’s not a coincidence. Our nervous system and immune system are deeply intertwined. When stress or trauma keeps the body in a constant state of alert, inflammation can become the new normal. By helping the nervous system remember safety through somatic therapies, breathwork, and emotional healing, we can begin to calm inflammation and support true, lasting relief.

When my grandma began having difficulty gripping her teapot, it was clear she needed a solution to regain her hand strength and joint flexibility. Fortunately, I was able to offer her targeted acupuncture treatments using the Ba Xie points.