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4 Years
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Your Holistic Wellness Center in Petaluma, CA
The Lotus Center for Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine has been dedicated to holistic wellness since 2022, offering personalized care rooted in centuries-old healing traditions. Our founder, Dr. Selena Mitchell, brings over 25 years of clinical experience and a doctorate in acupuncture to every patient interaction. We specialize in Japanese-style acupuncture, Five Element diagnostics, and trauma-informed care, integrating modern science with traditional Chinese medicine. Our practice emphasizes individualized treatment plans, combining acupuncture, custom herbal formulas, and mindfulness techniques to address each patient's unique needs. As a certified provider of hospice and palliative care acupuncture, we offer gentle support for patients navigating end-of-life care.With locations in Petaluma, CA, we continue to expand our commitment to community health through education and compassionate care. Our integrative approach bridges Eastern and Western medicine, focusing on sustainable healing and preventive care. Patients benefit from our expertise in chronic pain management, stress reduction, and overall wellness optimization. We maintain rigorous professional standards through ongoing education and adherence to the highest ethical practices in traditional Chinese medicine.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Mindfulness-Based Meditation
Stress Reduction
Integrative Medicine
Hospice Care
Pain Management
Preventive Care
Chronic Condition Treatment
Trauma-Informed Care
Details
- Year established: 2022
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized acupuncture experience
- Our treatments combine Japanese-style acupuncture with Five Element diagnostics
- Certified providers of hospice and palliative care acupuncture
- Personalized herbal formulas tailored to individual health needs
- Integrates mindfulness-based stress reduction with traditional medicine
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Hospice and Palliative Care Acupuncturists
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use ultra-thin needles to stimulate energy flow and promote natural healing. This 3,000-year-old technique effectively addresses chronic pain, stress-related conditions, and various health imbalances. Patients experience deep relaxation while our practitioners apply Japanese-style techniques tailored to individual sensitivity levels.
Herbal Medicine
Customized herbal prescriptions combine traditional Chinese formulas with modern research to support immune function and internal balance. Each formula is specifically crafted for individual health profiles, addressing digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions through natural plant-based remedies.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Our mindfulness programs teach practical techniques for managing anxiety and improving emotional resilience. Through guided meditation and breathing exercises, patients develop greater body awareness and learn to regulate stress responses effectively in daily life.
Hospice and Palliative Care
Gentle acupuncture treatments provide comfort and symptom relief for patients receiving palliative care. Our certified practitioners specialize in managing pain, nausea, and emotional distress while maintaining the highest standards of compassionate end-of-life care.
Integrative Medicine
We combine traditional Chinese medicine with evidence-based practices to create comprehensive treatment plans. This approach addresses both immediate symptoms and underlying health patterns, promoting long-term wellness through coordinated care strategies.
People
Selena Mitchell
Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Dr. Selena Mitchell has practiced acupuncture for over 25 years, earning her doctorate from Pacific College of Health and Science. She specializes in integrative medicine and hospice care acupuncture, combining Japanese techniques with Five Element diagnostics to provide personalized treatment plans.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat effectively?
Acupuncture successfully addresses chronic pain, stress-related disorders, digestive issues, and emotional imbalances by restoring the body's natural energy flow.
Are herbal medicine formulas safe to use?
Our customized herbal prescriptions use high-quality ingredients and follow strict safety protocols to ensure effective, personalized treatment without adverse interactions.
How does mindfulness training benefit patients?
Mindfulness techniques help manage stress, improve emotional regulation, and enhance overall well-being through guided meditation and conscious breathing practices.
What makes your hospice care acupuncture unique?
Our certified practitioners provide gentle, individualized treatments that specifically address comfort and symptom management for patients receiving palliative care.
How are treatment plans customized for each patient?
We combine Five Element diagnostics with modern assessment methods to create personalized plans integrating acupuncture, herbs, and lifestyle recommendations.
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