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Your Trusted Acupuncture & Wellness Clinic in Northborough, MA
Open Circle Acupuncture & Healing is a community-focused wellness clinic in Northborough, Massachusetts, dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality natural health services. Founded in 2006 by Licensed Acupuncturist Melissa Stein, our clinic combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern holistic practices to address pain management, women's health, digestive issues, and emotional wellness. Our team of experienced practitioners offers community acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, and sound healing therapy in a serene, group treatment environment designed to promote relaxation and collective healing.We prioritize patient education, emphasizing self-care strategies to empower individuals to achieve long-term health improvements. With over 25 years of combined experience, our staff is committed to making acupuncture and integrative medicine affordable and effective for all clients.
Services
Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Nutritional Supplements
Sound Healing Therapy
Pediatric Acupuncture
Pain Management
Women's Health
Digestive Support
Emotional Wellness
Self-Care Education
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer community acupuncture sessions at affordable rates for accessible care
- Our practitioners combine 25+ years of experience in traditional Chinese medicine
- We provide personalized treatment plans integrating acupuncture, herbs, and nutrition
- Our serene treatment environment promotes collective healing and relaxation
- We emphasize patient education for sustainable self-care and wellness
What people say
Amazing practitioners
Serene environment
Effective pain relief
Affordable wellness
Holistic approach
Services
Community Acupuncture
Our community acupuncture sessions provide professional treatments in a shared space, making care more affordable while maintaining individual attention. Patients receive personalized point selections while benefiting from the collective healing energy of group settings. This model allows for flexible scheduling and frequent treatments to accelerate results.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations address root causes of health issues using time-tested remedies. We prescribe Evergreen Herbs' high-quality extracts that meet FDA and WHO standards for purity and potency. Herbal treatments complement acupuncture for enhanced outcomes in chronic conditions and systemic imbalances.
Nutritional Supplements
Targeted nutritional support addresses modern dietary deficiencies through Thorne Research supplements. We recommend therapeutic dosages of key nutrients to achieve medicinal effects beyond what diet alone can provide, focusing on bioavailability and research-backed formulations.
Pain Management
Integrated approach combining acupuncture, herbs, and lifestyle modifications to address acute and chronic pain. Treatments target inflammation reduction, endorphin release, and improved circulation to promote natural healing while minimizing reliance on pharmaceutical interventions.
Women's Health
Specialized care addressing menstrual irregularities, fertility support, pregnancy wellness, and menopausal transitions. Treatments regulate hormonal systems through acupuncture's effects on endocrine function while addressing stress-related contributors to women's health concerns.
People
Melissa Stein
Clinical Director & Licensed Acupuncturist
With 25+ years in holistic health, Melissa combines acupuncture, yoga, and nutrition expertise. She graduated in 2006 and specializes in women's health and pain management, emphasizing patient empowerment through self-care education.
Kim Flaherty
Director of Business Operations
Kim brings firsthand experience with acupuncture's healing benefits after overcoming personal health challenges. She manages clinic operations with 6 years of prior healthcare administration experience, focusing on patient accessibility and education.
Kylie Blodgett
Licensed Acupuncturist
Kylie specializes in orthopedic acupuncture for pain relief, combining her Masters in Acupuncture with NCCAOM certification. Her approach integrates physical rehabilitation principles with traditional Chinese medicine techniques for comprehensive care.
Tess Bois
Acupuncturist & Herbalist
With 20+ years of experience, Tess offers expertise in treating diverse conditions from joint pain to mental health. She previously owned One World Acupuncture and brings a global perspective from studying traditional medicine in West Africa.
Lisa Carpino
Front Desk Administrative Assistant
Lisa combines teaching experience with Reiki certification to provide compassionate patient support. She manages scheduling and administrative operations while maintaining a focus on holistic wellness principles.
Questions
What makes community acupuncture different?
Community acupuncture provides professional treatments in a group setting, making care more affordable while maintaining individual attention and allowing collective healing benefits.
How does acupuncture work scientifically?
Acupuncture stimulates endorphin release, improves blood flow, and activates the parasympathetic nervous system through documented biological mechanisms affecting both physical and emotional health.
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in pain management, women's health, digestive issues, and emotional wellness through integrated treatments addressing both symptoms and root causes.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance directly but provide receipts for potential reimbursement, maintaining treatment flexibility while keeping costs affordable for all patients.
Are treatments suitable for children?
We treat children aged 8+ using gentle techniques, with options like ear press balls and pediatric herbal formulas to accommodate young patients' needs.
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