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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Dec 18, 202410 min read
Sorry, Acupuncture is NOTÂ the Next Ozempic - Our Health at Every Size Approach to Acupuncture
Let's look at how acupuncture can and can't help with your weight loss goals and how to use it safely and sanely
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Dec 4, 20244 min read
The Best of Both Worlds: Hypnopuncture - Combined Acupuncture & Hypnosis in Oakland
At Lion’s Heart Acupuncture and Wellness  in Oakland, California we pride ourselves on integrating innovative and effective techniques to...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Jul 30, 20246 min read
How Does Hypnotherapy Help with Chronic Pain?
Living with chronic pain is life-altering, to say the least. Chronic pain can interrupt daily life activities, our ability to connect...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
May 22, 202311 min read
The Transformative Role of East Asian Medicine & Acupuncture in Palliative and End of Life Care
Previously published in the 2022 issue of The Journal of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine ABSTRACT: An undeniable reality of working...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Apr 10, 20236 min read
Unlocking Emotional Growth: Understanding Primary Defense Mechanisms and Working with a Jungian-Based Shadow Work Coach for Transformation
As human beings, we are wired to protect ourselves from emotional pain and discomfort, and our ego takes the driver’s seat in this...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Mar 29, 20233 min read
Shadow Work Life Coaching: A Transformative Approach to Chronic Illness Support
Chronic illness can be a challenging experience that affects every aspect of a person's life. It can cause physical, emotional, and...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Jun 25, 20229 min read
Does Acupuncture Help with Emotional Pain? Here's 7 Reasons We Say Yes!
Every time something awful happens in the world, it makes its way into my clinic. This week Roe v Wade was overturned and it’s been the...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
May 14, 20226 min read
5 Signs You're Ready for Shadow Work
Maybe the Instagram or Tiktok algorithm has been sneakily suggesting it’s time for you to look at your shadow self by showing you posts...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
May 1, 20226 min read
Freaking Out? Press Here for Relief! - 5 Acupressure Points for Anxiety
Having anxiety can be a debilitating experience, it can come on out of nowhere, but even when we have awareness of the triggers, it can...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Dec 23, 20204 min read
Intentional Conception - Connecting with Spirit
Women’s health, fertility and conception are some of the concerns that my patients will come in for, I think this aspect of acupuncture...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Dec 3, 202010 min read
The Branch, Root and the Soil - A Chinese Medicine Perspective on Pandemic Denial and Anger
We live in a world where, for all of our lives - beauty and status have been paramount: we crave it, we seek it, we spend our extra money...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Nov 5, 20207 min read
The Shen - Inspiration, Insight, Awareness & Compassion
How’s life going for you? Do you feel like something is missing? A lack of inspiration perhaps? Feeling closed off from others or even...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Jan 17, 20205 min read
True Healing: Finding Purpose in Pain
Published in Acupuncture Today February 2020 Vol 21, Issue 2 What do we think of when we hear the word ‘healing’ ? For many, the first...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Aug 8, 20197 min read
5 Reasons Your Beauty Routine Isn't Working and How to Solve Them
Looking our best can come with a high price tag in today’s society, we have tons of choices; from topical care infused with gold and...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Jun 17, 20196 min read
Acupuncture, Brainwaves and the Fountain of Youth?
Original publication on Acupuncture Today May 2019 Watch the video presentation HERE “Qigong and acupuncture will not only make you...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
May 7, 20192 min read
Forgiveness Meditation
The cycle of making plans and setting intentions for who we are becoming and growing into is a continuous process, it's important to...
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Apr 23, 20185 min read
The Importance of the Shen in Cosmetic Acupuncture
A person who lacks their Shen showing through their eyes and face is often seen as looking dull, tired, or even unattractive.
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Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc, CHt
Feb 5, 20185 min read
Acupuncture for Teenagers
The teenage years can be a whirlwind of growth, transformation, overwhelm and confusion. Here's how acupuncture can help.
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