Holistic TCM Dermatology Portland, OR

A TCM Dermatology treatment plan is tailored to your needs and may include any of the following:

• A series of acupuncture sessions
• A customized Chinese herbal formula
• Herbal topical products
• Dietary, supplemental, and lifestyle recommendations
• Referrals to additional modalities and provider types

There are so many mechanisms I’d love to share with you! Here’s a quick run-down, and for more, make sure to check out the Ebook above and explore the blog. 

1. Addressing Systemic Causes: Skin conditions often stem from internal imbalances such as inflammation, hormonal disruptions, or impaired immune function. Acupuncture and herbal medicine restore balance to these underlying issues. I take a pragmatic holistic approach and together we consider lifestyle and environmental factors that may contribute to any imbalances.
2. Regulation of Immune Response: Acupuncture has been shown to modulate immune function, which can be beneficial for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and acne where the immune system plays a role in driving inflammation and skin irritation. Herbal ingredients also have immunomodulatory effects, helping to regulate the body's immune response and reduce inflammation in the skin.
3. Improving Circulation: Acupuncture and certain herbal ingredients promote better blood circulation, which is essential for delivering nutrients and oxygen to the skin cells and removing metabolic waste. Improved circulation can support the skin's natural healing processes and enhance its overall health and appearance.
4. Balancing Hormones: Hormonal imbalances can contribute to various skin issues, such as acne, perioral dermatitis, and even eczema. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can help regulate hormone levels by influencing the endocrine system, gut health, and mental-emotional health.
5. Stress Reduction: Stress is known to exacerbate many skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and acne. Acupuncture reduces stress levels by stimulating the release of endorphins, and herbal ingredients have adaptogenic, anti-inflammatory, or moistening properties, which help the body adapt to stress and minimize its negative effects on the skin.
6. Individualized Treatment: One of the strengths of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine is their ability to provide personalized treatment based on each individual's unique constitution and pattern of imbalance. My thorough assessment will identify the underlying causes of your skin condition and tailor a treatment plan and customized herbal formula to address your needs. Even more, your formula ingredients will change as your skin changes in response to treatment.
7. Long-term Benefits: While acupuncture and herbal therapy are rarely as fast-acting as, say, topical steroids, they offer the potential for long-term improvement in skin health by addressing the systemic causes contributing to your condition.

There’s truly a wide range of possibilities here.

More acute or severe conditions generally require more frequent treatment. More complex or chronic conditions typically require longer treatment plans. New, simple conditions may respond quickly and require only one or two treatments or rounds of herbal formula. Some conditions may only require an initial consultation for us to discuss topical treatment.

I don’t offer programs or packages because my care is completely tailored to your needs. If you’re curious to know more about what you can expect, I encourage you to email me or schedule a free quick phone consultation.

This varies quite a lot, but I’d love to try to help you anticipate what kind of investment this care represents for you. 

Here are some details to consider:

If your treatment plan includes acupuncture, you can consider my cash rates, or email me to clarify if your health insurance will cover treatment. If your treatment plan does not include regular acupuncture sessions, I require follow-up consultations about every two or three weeks. These currently cost $80 for a quick 20-minute video or phone call and are not billable to insurance.

A vast majority of TCM Dermatology treatment plans include custom herbal formula prescriptions. These typically range $40-50 per week and are not billable to insurance.

The cost of topicals, supplements, and other recommendations will vary of course.

I don’t offer programs or packages because my care is completely tailored to your needs. If you’re curious to know more about what you can expect, I encourage you to email me or schedule a free quick phone consultation.

You can go right ahead and schedule online.

If you’re in Portland, schedule as a new patient for an initial consultation and medical acupuncture. If you’re not in Portland, you can search this directory of TCM Dermatologists for a provider near you.

If you don’t see your condition listed above or you haven’t received a diagnosis from another provider, I recommend emailing me or scheduling a free phone consultation. We can chat about your symptoms and consider how I can help you.

I look forward to hearing from you!