Collaborative Care

05/31/2026

We opened up this space for community acupuncture earlier this Spring on Thursday evenings and it was well received! With the seasons changing and weather warming up, we are moving to select Saturday mornings at 8am this summer.

Set a relaxing tone to the start of your weekend. Reset and connect.
Donation-based. No pressure. No expectations.

✨ When: Select Saturdays at 8am throughout the summers. Dates will be released at the beginning of every month.
✨ Where: 1442 E Washington Blvd (in the courtyard)
✨ What to Bring: A yoga mat and anything else for comfort lying outside on your back
✨ What to Do: Schedule online (link in bio) and fill out mandatory consent form (after all, this is acupuncture😊)

FAQs
☮ How long is the session? 25-30 mins
☮ Who's the acupuncturist? Jackie O'Neill of and is a licensed acupuncturist and has been in practice for 20 years.

05/26/2026

Spring has been wonderful, and we’re carrying that energy into summer with Saturday morning community acupuncture starting in June! Sessions won’t run every week this summer—follow us to see upcoming dates - schedule link in bio! Here's what to know:
-Sessions are 20-25 mins
-Donation-based, and held in a group setting to support stress resilience, relaxation, and a nervous system reset
-Bring a yoga mat, and something warm if it’s a bit chilly
-First-timers: please fill out the online treatment consent form (link in bio)

05/07/2026

04/28/2026

Maybe the moment doesn’t need to change for you to feel more at peace.
Maybe the work is learning to hold both — the uncertainty and the hope, the discomfort and the possibility.

Not waiting for things to be easier… but allowing yourself to be here,
exactly as you are.

And moving forward — with a little more patience,
and a little more compassion for yourself.

This is where practices like acupuncture, movement, and mindful care can help —
creating space for your body and mind to settle, regulate, and reconnect.

04/25/2026

We’re wired two ways: react in the moment (fix fast, stay busy, or retreat) or pause and process. There’s a whole spectrum in between. Our brains can feel, reflect, and consciously pause. Many practices help us grow this part of ourselves—meditation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and more—while other disciplines ease the nervous system away from constant stress. Life is full of joy, sorrow, stress, and to-dos.

can reset the nervous system when the mind says “turn off.” Create a space daily for yousel, with whatever practice resonates—5, 15 or 45 minutes a day, however long. If you want to truly support healthy physical and mental aging, resetting your nervous system throughout the day is so important. It all counts.

04/20/2026

It’s easy to fall into the pattern of pushing through — telling ourselves we’ll rest, reset, or take care of ourselves after we get through the next thing.

But what if there isn’t a “next thing” that finally brings relief?
What if the work is learning to be here — in the middle of it?
To hold both the hard and the hopeful. To stop postponing peace.

Easier said than done.

That’s why practices like acupuncture, movement, and mindful care matter — they give your body and mind a place to slow down, reset, and reconnect in real time.
Whether it’s a quiet moment in treatment or a shared space like community acupuncture, what matters is having a way back to yourself.

Read more → [link in bio]

04/20/2026

🥚✨ Elevate Your Breakfast Game with Chia!

Want to transform your morning routine and poached eggs? This scrumptious breakfast is not only delicious but also packed with omega-3s, protein, and fiber!

I used leftover vegetables sautéed from last night’s dinner. Cooking your vegetables not only enhances their taste but also makes them easier to digest—a win-win! 🌿

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, raw veggies are considered cold and can demand a lot of digestive energy. So, let’s give our digestion a helping hand by cooking them!

My go-to veggie combo? Sautéed mushrooms, shallots, peppers, and kale. Serve this vibrant mix over a perfectly poached egg atop toasted sesame bread for an irresistible meal. 🌟

04/17/2026

🌸 This photo of me and my daughter was taken seven years ago today.

It's a simple moment frozen in time, but it's etched in both of our memories—perhaps more prominently in mine now that she’s a teenager.

In that brief pause, we were taking it all in while trying to fit the most into our spring break vacation. What I remember the most is not the amusement park or the restaurants, but this moment we shared in nature. It reminds me that sometimes, it’s those simple, quiet moments that hold the most meaning, ones that could easily slip by unnoticed.

As she grows, I believe this memory will come to hold more significance for her too.

Let’s cherish those little moments with our loved ones and the beauty that surrounds us. 💚

04/14/2026

Tucked away in Pasadena is a quiet courtyard we’re opening up for something new.

We’re offering community acupuncture designed for reset, resiliance and connection.

Donation-based. No pressure. No expectations. Just space to breathe. (...and maybe bring a friend...)

✨ Next session: April 16 at 5PM

✨ What to Bring:
- A yoga mat
- Anything else to help you feel comfortable lying down on your back outside
- Earbuds if you want to tune out the sounds of the city, although we invite you to experience all the sounds the space brings

[link in bio]

04/03/2026

Beginning April 9.

Community Acupuncture in a quiet courtyard.
A simple place to begin.

No pressure. No expectations.

After registering, you’ll complete a brief intake form online.
At your session, Jackie will check your pulse, ask a few questions, and guide your treatment.

You’ll rest for about 20 minutes in a calm, shared setting.

20+ years of experience. Thoughtful care.

5 PM | April 9
Pasadena

Reserve your spot → link in bio