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Natural Emotional Wellness Treatment
From a modern, Western perspective, acupuncture points stimulate the central nervous system. This process releases natural chemicals into the muscles, spinal cord, and brain, regulating mood and promoting the body’s innate healing abilities. Recognized globally for its clinical effectiveness, acupuncture is a proven, drug-free approach to managing the nervous system, anxiety, and the physical fatigue that comes with them.
While depression often causes heavy physical fatigue, it can also completely disrupt your body’s natural rest cycles. If you find yourself exhausted but unable to stay asleep, learn more about our approach to effective acupuncture for insomnia.
The Complete Oriental Medical Care Difference
At Complete Oriental Medical Care in Edina, treatments are led by Steven Sonmore, L.Ac., a Licensed Acupuncturist with over 30 years of clinical experience.
We utilize a highly effective and long-lasting technique known as the Balance Method. Compared to standard acupuncture approaches, the Balance Method delivers faster, more reliable, and more immediate results.
What makes the Balance Method different?
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Fast Relief: While depression can be stubborn, the Balance Method typically initiates a sense of calm and relief much faster than standard approaches. Patients often notice fewer “bad days” early in their treatment series as the body begins to regulate.
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Non-Intrusive: Needles are only inserted on the arms (from the elbows to the fingers), the legs (from the knees to the toes), and on the scalp and ears. There is no need to undress.
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Deeply Restorative: The acupuncture for depression treatments are incredibly relaxing. Following a session, patients report feeling significantly less stressed, more grounded, and better equipped to process and overcome depressive thoughts.
❝“Prior to my acupuncture treatments I was depressed with no energy or zest for life. Within 5 weeks of treatments I now have the energy to run around Lake Harriet (3 miles) without the need to stop and catch my breath. I’ve noticed physical changes in my body such as no more swelling in my ankles. Most importantly I’m noticing the beauty around me and again appreciate life as the depression has left.”
– Jenny Halloran
Minneapolis, MNPatient Information & Clinic Policies
We are dedicated to providing a streamlined, stress-free experience from the moment you walk into our clinic at 7400 Metro Blvd.
Payment & Insurance To keep our practice focused entirely on patient care, we operate as a direct-pay clinic and do not process traditional credit cards.
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Accepted Payments: We conveniently accept Cash App, Venmo, Zelle, and cash.
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Insurance: We do not bill general health insurance. However, we will gladly provide you with a comprehensive “Super Bill” that you can submit directly to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement. (Note: We do fully accept and process auto accident no-fault insurance).
Ready to feel like yourself again?
Take the first step toward reclaiming your energy and mood.
Call us today at 952-831-8080 or visit our Contact Page to schedule your appointment.
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A Comprehensive Approach to Healing
Depression can feel like a heavy weight, viewed in Chinese medicine as stagnant energy that blocks your natural vitality. While our targeted acupuncture for depression treatments focus on freeing up that blocked energy so heavy emotional preoccupation can lift, lasting vibrancy requires a holistic reset. To learn how the Balance Method restores a free-flowing internal state and naturally resolves emotional fatigue, explore our complete guide to holistic emotional wellness and acupuncture.
Schedule your appointment here.