A Holistic Approach to Health and Balance
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Union Square NYC
The Body as a System of Balance
The body is a dynamic and interconnected system where health is achieved through harmony and balance. When this equilibrium is disrupted, illness and discomfort arise. East Asian Medicine seeks to restore this harmony through natural means, focusing on the body's internal balance as the foundation of health.
Recognizing Everyday Imbalances
In today’s fast-paced world, many individuals experience subclinical discomforts—persistent, mild symptoms that often go undiagnosed but still affect daily life and performance. These may include sensations such as head heaviness, fatigue, low back pain, coldness in the extremities, digestive discomfort, and general malaise.
Although these conditions are not always classified as diseases, they often indicate underlying imbalances within the body that deserve attention and care.
Supporting the Body’s Self-Healing Ability
Our core approach is to enhance the body's innate self-healing abilities by encouraging its systems to recalibrate and regain their natural equilibrium. When the internal environment of the body is properly balanced, its ability to heal and protect itself becomes significantly stronger. This process not only alleviates symptoms but also promotes overall well-being.
Care Beyond Medicine
True healing extends beyond medication. It encompasses diet, lifestyle habits, emotional well-being, and physical condition. We work closely with our clients to develop personalized care plans that may include tailored herbal prescriptions, dietary adjustments, lifestyle recommendations, and mindfulness practices.
Long-Term Health and Vitality
By nurturing the body’s natural healing processes and addressing the root causes of discomfort, we aim to help our clients achieve long-term health, vitality, and resilience. Our commitment is to provide authentic and compassionate care that honors the principles of East Asian Medicine while supporting the needs of modern life.
While acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can support many different health-related conditions, treatment is always personalized — whether you are managing a chronic condition or seeking relief from everyday stress. Here are some of the most common conditions we treat:
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Chronic and acute pain conditions including back pain, neck and shoulder tension, headaches, migraines, joint pain, arthritis, sciatica, neuropathy, and sports injuries. Acupuncture is one of the most well-researched and widely recommended integrative treatments for pain management.
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Comprehensive fertility support for both women and men, including preparation for natural conception, IVF and IUI support, unexplained infertility, and recurrent miscarriage. Dr. Hewwing takes a whole-body approach to optimizing reproductive health through acupuncture and individualized herbal medicine.
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Integrative care for hormonal imbalances including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, adenomyosis, irregular menstrual cycles, painful periods, fibroids, and perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Dr. Hewwing is highly experienced in addressing the root causes of hormonal disruption using both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal medicine.
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Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine are highly effective for managing stress, anxiety, burnout, insomnia, and emotional exhaustion. Treatment works by regulating the nervous system, lowering cortisol levels, and restoring the body's natural equilibrium — leaving patients feeling calmer, clearer, and more resilient.
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Support for inflammatory conditions including autoimmune disorders, eczema, acne, psoriasis, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic fatigue. Chinese herbal medicine in particular is highly effective at modulating immune response and reducing systemic inflammation.
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Integrative oncology support for patients undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can help manage the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, including nausea, fatigue, pain, neuropathy, and immune suppression — supporting quality of life throughout the treatment journey.
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Support for metabolic conditions including thyroid disorders, diabetes management, weight management, and digestive health. Chinese medicine addresses metabolic imbalances at their root, promoting healthy energy regulation and overall vitality.
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Specialized care throughout all stages of pregnancy, including morning sickness, back and pelvic pain, anxiety, breech presentation, and labor preparation. Dr. Hewwing provides safe, evidence-informed treatment tailored to each stage of pregnancy.
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Gentle, effective care for younger patients navigating growing pains, hormonal changes, menstrual irregularities, stress, anxiety, and immune health. Dr. Hewwing has extensive experience treating adolescents and creates a calm, welcoming environment for younger patients.
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Integrative support for bladder and vaginal health concerns including interstitial cystitis, recurrent UTIs, overactive bladder, and vaginal dryness. Chinese medicine offers effective, natural solutions for conditions that are often undertreated in conventional medicine.