Acupuncturists in Deer Park, NY
Dr. Michael Gralak cares for patients with all pain manifestations: muscle, skeleton, neurological, all kinds of sleep dysfunctions, fatigue, anxiety and mild depression, weight loss, addictions (nicotine, etc.). Immune system boost protocols, facial rejuvenation, pregnancy support, chemotherapy assistance are available.
Dr. Michael Gralak cares for patients with all pain manifestations: muscle, skeleton, neurological, all kinds of sleep dysfunctions, fatigue, anxiety and mild depression, weight loss, addictions (nicotine, etc.). Immune system boost protocols, facial rejuvenation, pregnancy support, chemotherapy assistance are available.
I have a multifaceted Acupuncture practice where I treat many conditions including: Neurological, Orthopedic, Psychological, acute and chronic in presentation. Conditions such as neck, shoulder, elbow(lateral epicondylitis)and low back pain, sciatica, Bell' Palsy,urticaria, RA, GERD, constipation, insomnia, infertility have been successfully treated in my office. Each patient receives focused individual attention every treatment session.
I have a multifaceted Acupuncture practice where I treat many conditions including: Neurological, Orthopedic, Psychological, acute and chronic in presentation. Conditions such as neck, shoulder, elbow(lateral epicondylitis)and low back pain, sciatica, Bell' Palsy,urticaria, RA, GERD, constipation, insomnia, infertility have been successfully treated in my office. Each patient receives focused individual attention every treatment session.
Alex Leyberman graduated from the Oriental Medicine Program of Touro College. Touro is a comprehensive 5 year clinical master's program that stands as the only fully-accredited Graduate Oriental Medicine Program in the state of New York. He gained valuable experience at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, where he interned in the Labor & Delivery, Oncology, and Rehabilitation departments. At Lincoln Hospital, Alex worked exclusively at the Recovery Center with drug addicts fighting addiction and became NADA trained in the use of acupuncture in substance abuse.
Currently Alex is working alongside a Medical Doctor treating adults with various medical conditions.
Alex Leyberman graduated from the Oriental Medicine Program of Touro College. Touro is a comprehensive 5 year clinical master's program that stands as the only fully-accredited Graduate Oriental Medicine Program in the state of New York. He gained valuable experience at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, where he interned in the Labor & Delivery, Oncology, and Rehabilitation departments. At Lincoln Hospital, Alex worked exclusively at the Recovery Center with drug addicts fighting addiction and became NADA trained in the use of acupuncture in substance abuse.
Currently Alex is working alongside a Medical Doctor treating adults with various medical conditions.
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I graduated from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1987. Since then, I spent over 30 years treating people with all sorts of health problems using acupuncture and/or herb medicine. Early in my practice to prevent surgery, I even self-treated an abdominal egg-sized tumor with severe abdominal pain and constipation. The experience further enhanced my desire and confidence in sharing the power and healing potential of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture with all patients in need of healing and improving health.
I graduated from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1987. Since then, I spent over 30 years treating people with all sorts of health problems using acupuncture and/or herb medicine. Early in my practice to prevent surgery, I even self-treated an abdominal egg-sized tumor with severe abdominal pain and constipation. The experience further enhanced my desire and confidence in sharing the power and healing potential of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture with all patients in need of healing and improving health.
As an NYS Licensed acupuncturist, I’ve seen firsthand the profound impact that healing through balance can have on a person’s life. I’m deeply committed to helping my patients feel better, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. Using acupuncture, I aim to address the root causes of discomfort and stress, guiding each person toward a healthier, more balanced life. Every patient’s journey is unique, and I’m honored to be part of their healing process, empowering them to live their fullest life.
As an NYS Licensed acupuncturist, I’ve seen firsthand the profound impact that healing through balance can have on a person’s life. I’m deeply committed to helping my patients feel better, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. Using acupuncture, I aim to address the root causes of discomfort and stress, guiding each person toward a healthier, more balanced life. Every patient’s journey is unique, and I’m honored to be part of their healing process, empowering them to live their fullest life.
Enjoy and experience how the worlds' oldest form of medicine can powerfully and effectively bring out your body's natural healing ability. The treatments you will receive will not only address the specific health issues you present, but you will find that our treatments are targeted to bring your entire body system into balance and alignment. Our commitment to your health and well-being is deeply rooted in the belief of healing the body by accessing and supporting your bodies own amazing healing potential. While empowering and educating our patients on their health and well-being.
Enjoy and experience how the worlds' oldest form of medicine can powerfully and effectively bring out your body's natural healing ability. The treatments you will receive will not only address the specific health issues you present, but you will find that our treatments are targeted to bring your entire body system into balance and alignment. Our commitment to your health and well-being is deeply rooted in the belief of healing the body by accessing and supporting your bodies own amazing healing potential. While empowering and educating our patients on their health and well-being.
We serve individuals seeking transformative solutions for their health concerns. From those needing non-opioid pain relief, injury recovery, and orthopedic acupuncture to those addressing internal medicine issues, head trauma, and chronic pain, our holistic approach encompasses advanced bodywork modalities like myofascial release and craniosacral therapy. Whether physical or emotional, every challenge finds its answer at Emerge.
We serve individuals seeking transformative solutions for their health concerns. From those needing non-opioid pain relief, injury recovery, and orthopedic acupuncture to those addressing internal medicine issues, head trauma, and chronic pain, our holistic approach encompasses advanced bodywork modalities like myofascial release and craniosacral therapy. Whether physical or emotional, every challenge finds its answer at Emerge.
I am dedicated to giving the best possible service by offering a wide variety of modalities to best accommodate your individual needs. Using the latest technology, I offer effective treatments in comfort, with or without the use of needles.
I am dedicated to giving the best possible service by offering a wide variety of modalities to best accommodate your individual needs. Using the latest technology, I offer effective treatments in comfort, with or without the use of needles.
My patients find relief from acute or chronic pain conditions like back, neck, shoulder and knee pain that they have from every day activities or pain from car and work accidents. Together we successfully manage stress, anxiety and ease insomnia. I also work with families on increasing fertility.
My patients find relief from acute or chronic pain conditions like back, neck, shoulder and knee pain that they have from every day activities or pain from car and work accidents. Together we successfully manage stress, anxiety and ease insomnia. I also work with families on increasing fertility.
Acupuncture For Natural Healing has Master Acupuncturist Frank Huo using his scientifically proven healing energy on his patients. During Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center's studies led by Dr. Oz, this healing power was scientifically proven to be effective. Acupuncture treatments combined with Dr. Frank Huo's unique healing power are unexpectedly powerful and exceptionally effective in restoring health and bringing great benefits to people of the world. Dr. Frank Huo is a Natural Energy Medicine Doctor and a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist, board certified nationally by the NCCAOM and an expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Acupuncture For Natural Healing has Master Acupuncturist Frank Huo using his scientifically proven healing energy on his patients. During Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center's studies led by Dr. Oz, this healing power was scientifically proven to be effective. Acupuncture treatments combined with Dr. Frank Huo's unique healing power are unexpectedly powerful and exceptionally effective in restoring health and bringing great benefits to people of the world. Dr. Frank Huo is a Natural Energy Medicine Doctor and a New York State Licensed Acupuncturist, board certified nationally by the NCCAOM and an expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Yuanyuan Cheng, M.S. L.Ac. is national board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She holds a Master's degree of Acupuncture in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Before coming to United States, she graduated from medical school in Hunan, China. She passed the CMD to earn the International Practitioners Qualification Certificate. She is also a board member of United Alliance of NY State Licensed Acupuncturists.
Yuanyuan Cheng, M.S. L.Ac. is national board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She holds a Master's degree of Acupuncture in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Before coming to United States, she graduated from medical school in Hunan, China. She passed the CMD to earn the International Practitioners Qualification Certificate. She is also a board member of United Alliance of NY State Licensed Acupuncturists.
With more than 30 years of experience in the field, Qiang Li, LAc. received his education in both Chinese and Western medicine and combines the best of both worlds to give patients suffered from acute or chronic pain of neck, back, shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, wrist, fingers, foot, muscle and headache, migraine, arthritis...comprehensive treatment with reliable results.
With more than 30 years of experience in the field, Qiang Li, LAc. received his education in both Chinese and Western medicine and combines the best of both worlds to give patients suffered from acute or chronic pain of neck, back, shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, wrist, fingers, foot, muscle and headache, migraine, arthritis...comprehensive treatment with reliable results.
Weihong Shu , takes a patient- centered approach, and try to assist the clients in reaching a balance between their mind , body and spirt .
Weihong Shu , takes a patient- centered approach, and try to assist the clients in reaching a balance between their mind , body and spirt .
Amelia E. Jones is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College and Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. A nationally recognized, board certified acupuncturist and herbologist with years of healing experience, she successfully treats her patients by drawing upon her wealth of knowledge in a number of complimentary modalities. Always treating the individual, and not just their diagnosis, her holistic approach to health maintenance brings out the best in her patients and, if they so desire, empowers them to take charge of their health.
Amelia E. Jones is a graduate of Mt. Holyoke College and Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. A nationally recognized, board certified acupuncturist and herbologist with years of healing experience, she successfully treats her patients by drawing upon her wealth of knowledge in a number of complimentary modalities. Always treating the individual, and not just their diagnosis, her holistic approach to health maintenance brings out the best in her patients and, if they so desire, empowers them to take charge of their health.
Dr. Li-Biao(Bill) Jiao, Ph.D. LAc. CMD. He holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Tui Na from China. Licensed in New York State, he boasts over 40 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture. Acupuncture of America Independent Practice Association (AOAIPA) Secretary General. He is a Distinguished Senior consultant at the United Alliance of NYS Licensed Acupuncturists.
Dr. Li-Biao(Bill) Jiao, Ph.D. LAc. CMD. He holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Tui Na from China. Licensed in New York State, he boasts over 40 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture. Acupuncture of America Independent Practice Association (AOAIPA) Secretary General. He is a Distinguished Senior consultant at the United Alliance of NYS Licensed Acupuncturists.
20 years ago, a fifty years old male patient came to my clinic and asked for a few minutes of conversation with me. He was injured at work, suffering disabling headaches, stress, backaches and knees pain. I treated him with electroacupuncture, cupping and lamp once a week. Two months later, he got rid of MD's drugs and went back to work. His name is William.
20 years ago, a fifty years old male patient came to my clinic and asked for a few minutes of conversation with me. He was injured at work, suffering disabling headaches, stress, backaches and knees pain. I treated him with electroacupuncture, cupping and lamp once a week. Two months later, he got rid of MD's drugs and went back to work. His name is William.
Dr. Frank Zhao is an acupuncture expert with 41 years experience. He graduated from Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1984 and served as Physician, Attending Physician, and Director of the Acupuncture Department at Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region People’s Hospital for 11 years. In 1995, he received the Sino-Japanese Sasakawa Medical Scholarship to study rehabilitation medicine in Japan. Later, he earned an MD and Ph.D. in Neurology and Neuroscience from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in 2022. Dr. Zhao also served as a Research Fellow in Herbology and Acupuncture at Harvard Medical School for 4 years.
Dr. Frank Zhao is an acupuncture expert with 41 years experience. He graduated from Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1984 and served as Physician, Attending Physician, and Director of the Acupuncture Department at Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region People’s Hospital for 11 years. In 1995, he received the Sino-Japanese Sasakawa Medical Scholarship to study rehabilitation medicine in Japan. Later, he earned an MD and Ph.D. in Neurology and Neuroscience from Tokyo Medical and Dental University in 2022. Dr. Zhao also served as a Research Fellow in Herbology and Acupuncture at Harvard Medical School for 4 years.
As a National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM) board-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, licensed in both New York and Connecticut, and a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, I utilize safe, evidence-informed, and highly effective treatment methods rooted in the principles of Traditional Oriental Medicine. By blending ancient healing wisdom with modern clinical advances, I strive to help patients achieve meaningful, lasting results as comfortably and efficiently as possible.
As a National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCCAOM) board-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, licensed in both New York and Connecticut, and a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, I utilize safe, evidence-informed, and highly effective treatment methods rooted in the principles of Traditional Oriental Medicine. By blending ancient healing wisdom with modern clinical advances, I strive to help patients achieve meaningful, lasting results as comfortably and efficiently as possible.
Dr Sun was graduated and earned her Oriental MD degree from the medical school in China (North China Medical College), Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is the third generation of traditional Chinese medical doctors in her family and now she has over 20 years experience in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Dr Sun was graduated and earned her Oriental MD degree from the medical school in China (North China Medical College), Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is the third generation of traditional Chinese medical doctors in her family and now she has over 20 years experience in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Dr. Nathalie Guillaume, DAOM, L.Ac is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist specializing in pain management, oncology and medical qigong. She has done clinical rotations in China where she received advanced training at Long Hua Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Shanghai and Sichuan Integrative Eastern and Western Hospital in Chengdu. Her experience in yoga and dance has influenced her interest in a mindfulness approach to the clinical practice using exercise as medicine.
Dr. Nathalie Guillaume, DAOM, L.Ac is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist specializing in pain management, oncology and medical qigong. She has done clinical rotations in China where she received advanced training at Long Hua Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital in Shanghai and Sichuan Integrative Eastern and Western Hospital in Chengdu. Her experience in yoga and dance has influenced her interest in a mindfulness approach to the clinical practice using exercise as medicine.
FAQs - About Acupuncture
How can I find an acupuncturist in Deer Park?
To find an acupuncturist near you, enter your city, town, suburb, ZIP code, or the provider's name into the search bar at the top of the page. You can then filter results by provider specialty, treatment technique or style, and even gender to find an acupuncturist who best matches your needs.
When viewing an acupuncturist’s profile, take note of key details such as session costs, their area of specialty, treatment techniques, and location to determine if they’re a good fit. If a provider seems promising, you can reach out via email or phone using the contact information on their profile. During the conversation, assess your comfort level and their expertise in addressing your specific concerns. It’s also a good opportunity to ask about their overall approach to care and confirm any relevant acupuncture credentials they hold.
When viewing an acupuncturist’s profile, take note of key details such as session costs, their area of specialty, treatment techniques, and location to determine if they’re a good fit. If a provider seems promising, you can reach out via email or phone using the contact information on their profile. During the conversation, assess your comfort level and their expertise in addressing your specific concerns. It’s also a good opportunity to ask about their overall approach to care and confirm any relevant acupuncture credentials they hold.
What can acupuncture help with?
Acupuncture is most commonly used to treat chronic pain, including pain caused by physical injuries, arthritis, or migraines. It may also help with autoimmune conditions, nausea, digestive issues, and behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or insomnia. Rooted in ancient Chinese tradition, acupuncture is based on the belief that illness results from an imbalance in the body’s energy, or “Qi.” Practitioners aim to restore the balance and flow of Qi by stimulating specific acupuncture points throughout the body, which is thought to alleviate pain and other symptoms associated with these conditions.
Acupuncture is typically used alongside medical treatment rather than as a replacement. It is important to note that acupuncture practitioners are not trained to diagnose or medically manage conditions, so it should not substitute regular care from a licensed medical provider.
Acupuncture is typically used alongside medical treatment rather than as a replacement. It is important to note that acupuncture practitioners are not trained to diagnose or medically manage conditions, so it should not substitute regular care from a licensed medical provider.
Is a licensed acupuncturist a doctor?
No, acupuncturists are not medical doctors. To practice acupuncture, there is typically less training needed than that required for medical doctors. Acupuncture practitioners typically need to complete a master’s-level training program and meet a minimum requirement for clinical exposure before obtaining a license. However, licensing requirements vary by state. While most states have established minimum standards, some, such as Alabama, Oklahoma, and South Dakota, do not offer licensure for acupuncturists. In these states, there are no formal education or training requirements to practice acupuncture. The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) oversees acupuncture training and certification. This organization administers the national certification exam, which is required in many states to obtain a state-issued acupuncture license.
How many acupuncture sessions are generally needed?
Acupuncture is typically a time-limited treatment lasting 3 to 6 weeks, with sessions occurring 1 to 2 times per week. However, the duration and frequency of treatment may vary depending on the severity of symptoms and the nature of the condition or injury being treated. Acupuncturists should regularly assess their clients' progress, monitoring changes in symptoms and adjusting the treatment plan as necessary. After completing the initial course of treatment, some practitioners may recommend periodic "tune-up" sessions to help maintain symptom relief and longer-term well-being.
How much does it cost to see an acupuncturist?
The cost of acupuncture sessions typically ranges from $75 to $150 per session, depending on factors such as location, the provider’s experience, and the type of service offered. Some insurance plans may cover a portion of these costs, so it’s worth checking your specific coverage details. Additionally, some acupuncturists offer session packages or discounts for clients who commit to multiple sessions upfront, providing a more cost-effective option for those seeking ongoing treatment.
Is acupuncture covered by insurance?
Insurance coverage for acupuncture varies depending on the client’s insurance provider and specific plan. In many cases, insurance will cover a limited number of acupuncture sessions if the client has a referral from a medical doctor. The growing focus on non-opioid treatments for chronic pain has increased interest in acupuncture and led to improved insurance coverage in some plans. However, coverage often comes with conditions, such as copayments, limits on the number of sessions, or restrictions on the types of conditions eligible for treatment. For example, Medicare Part B generally covers acupuncture only for chronic low back pain. Clients should review their insurance policy to understand the extent and specifics of their plan's coverage of acupuncture treatments.