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Dr.Kim's Greeting

MEET OUR PROVIDER

HEALTHY TRADITIONAL MEDICINE CARE FOR YOUR WEARY BODY & MIND 

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Hello, my name is Esther Yousoun Kim.

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My treatment philosophy focuses on the overall health of the body, mind, and spirit. Instead of merely addressing the visible 'pain,' I have always paid attention to the 'person' experiencing the pain. Through my doctoral dissertation titled "Oriental Medicine’s Approach to Depression in Regards to the Concept of Different Constitution" I discovered that an individual's constitution, environment, and diet play key roles in their health. Most importantly, I realized that much of the pain people experience stems from unresolved emotions and negative past experiences. This is why I place such importance on treating both the body and the mind together. 

 

*Story of the Mind [Link]

In traditional medicine, the mind and body are viewed as one. True health is restored when the body and mind are in harmony, and at our clinic, we strive to provide personalized holistic treatment for each patient. We aim to help our patients regain balance, peace, and vitality in their lives through a healthy, balanced approach that cares for not only their physical well-being but also their emotional well-being. On this healing journey, where the wisdom of traditional medicine meets the warm care for the body and soul, we will walk alongside you.

Esther Yousoun Kim

Healing Soul Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic

​LICENSE

-NCCAOM Board-Certified Acupuncturist & Herbalist

(National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) (Dipl.O.M.) 

         NCCAOM Diplomate of Oriental Medicine

         NCCAOM Diplomate of Acupuncture

         NCCAOM Diplomate of Herbology

-CA Acupuncture Board Certified Acupuncturist​ & Herbalist

-Maryland Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist

-Clean Needle Technique Certificate from the CCAOM 

(Council of Colleges of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine)2004

EDUCATION

-Ph.D.(Doctor of Philosophy in Oriental Medicine) / MSAOM (Master of Science in Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine)  South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA 

THESIS

-Oriental Medicine’s Approach to Depression in Regards to the Concept of Different Constitution (2015)​​

helpful insights for your treatment

HELPFUL INSIGHTS FOR YOUR TREATMEMT

This section covers various topics that can help support your health and healing. We hope the 18 topics below will enhance your understanding of traditional medicine and lead to a more effective treatment experience. By clicking on each topic, you can find detailed information. We hope this guide will be useful for both first-time visitors to Healing Soul Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic and our existing patients.

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New Patient Guide 

A woman sitting and streatching one leg

Stretching
for pain relief

An Illustration of tongue diagnosis in traditional medicine

Principles
of
Tongue Diagnosis

Close-up of acupuncture needles and the acupuncturist's hands

Principles
of
Acupuncture Therapy

Assorted Herbal Medicine Ingredients

principles
of
Herbal Therapy

Mountain meditation, peaceful smile

Understanding Holistic
Health
in Oriental Medicine

A woman sitting on a sofa, placing her hands on her chest and abdomen, practicing deep breathing

The Importance
of
Breathing

A person holding a cup of lemon ginger tea with one hand, warming it.

Herbal Teas to Warm
Body and Mind

Close-up of an acupuncturist's fingers taking a patient's pulse

Principles
of
Pulse Diagnosis

A woman receiving indirect moxibution on her shoulder

Principles
of
Moxibustion Therapy

Depressed woman awake in the night, She

Principles of
Traditional
Mind Healing

Two women briskly walking on a high ground, enjoying the view

Principles of Yangsheng
(
Health Preservation)

Close-up of a acupuncturist giving acupuressure massage to a patient's hand

Acupressure points
for Symptoms

An illustration of acupressure points on the ear for auricular acupuncture

Auricular Points
for Symptoms

Model showing the meridians and acupucture points

Qi Therapy
(Meridians & Acupoints)

Colse-up of a person receiving cupping therapy

Principles
of
Cupping Therapy

A woman sitting at a desk, resting her hand on her head, looking thoughtful or stressed

The Importance
of
Stress Management

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Blog
 

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