Aloha & Welcome!

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I started Luna because of what this medicine did for me. At 18, a car accident left me with pain that two years of conventional care couldn't resolve. Acupuncture and East Asian medicine treated me as a whole person, and that is when I finally healed. I developed a passion and love for this medicine that guided me to study it deeply to help others.

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What I learned as a patient still guides every visit here: the best care happens when you are truly seen and understood, in body, mind and spirit. So we don't stop at the symptom. Together we look at what is driving it, build a plan around you, and work as partners toward lasting health.

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My approach draws on 2500 year old concept of yang sheng, the concept of nourishing and strengthening life, not just treating illness. It rests on something I see in the clinic every day: your body has an innate ability to heal, and our work is to give it the right support. Acupuncture, auricular therapy, herbs, and the other tools of this medicine are how we do that, adapted to what you need.

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I have been fortunate to train with some of the most respected scholars and clinicians in this field. Over eleven years and more than 50,000 treatments, my focus has become chronic pain and complex conditions, including many that haven't responded to other care. Helping people feel well again is the best part of my work.

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We start with a free 15 minute consultation. I'll listen, ask a few questions, and give you my read on how this work can help you. Call 503 853 2866; I look forward to speaking with you.

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With appreciation, Dr. James Carter, DAc, LAc

Licensed Acupuncturist and Doctor of Acupuncture, 

Founder, Luna Acupuncture & Wellness,

Ambassador, LovePeaceHarmony.org