Patient Interview #3 with "M"

This is the third interview of a series showing how different patients of U-District Community Acupuncture use the clinic to keep themselves healthy. This is "M".

Me: How did you first discover acupuncture?

M: I discovered acupuncture six years ago, at a community acupuncture clinic in the greater Philadelphia area.  I started attending a community acupuncture clinic in Seattle six months after I moved here, and found it greatly reduced my anxiety.  I enjoy the energetic aspect of acupuncture as well – I feel incredibly relaxed during treatment, and enjoy feeling subtle energetic shifts.  I’ve had the most success with treatments from Susie, and so I’ve been getting almost all of my treatments at U District Community Acupuncture.

Me: How long have you been getting acupuncture?

M: For about six years, in the last three years I’ve gotten acupuncture more consistently. 

Me: How often do you get acupuncture?

M: I receive a treatment once every two or three weeks.

Me: Have you noticed any impact on your life? Can you describe this a bit?

M: I am much more centered and calm than before I started acupuncture.  I have a panic disorder, and went through a serious bout of PTSD last year, including serious symptoms, such as panic attacks and dissociation.  In addition to therapy and medication, receiving consistent acupuncture treatments with Susie was a life saver.  I found a treatment to be just as effective as Xanax! In addition, Susie’s treatments help me with Asthma, allergies, depression, and migraines. 

In addition, acupuncture helps me more connected to my body and it’s healing potential.  Feeling energy shifts within my body during treatment helps me be mindful of balance and imbalance in my body, and ways I can discern what activities, foods, or medications are life-promoting for me.  

Me: What do you like about the U-District Community Acupuncture Clinic?

M: I love Susie! Susie is a relatable, compassionate healer.  Of all the acupuncturists I’ve seen, Susie’s treatments are most effective for me.  Her treatments are an absolute bargain for her quality of attention and care.