"Enhancing the body's natural tendency to balance itself makes health & well-being possible through the amazing benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Your being is always adjusting to achieve balance. If you cut your finger, immediately your body sends blood factors to stop bleeding and protect against infection. Using TCM, pulses balance, giving you an experience of optimum health and well-being."
Susan Sandage is a graduate of Kent State University (Class of 1977), holding Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. She has worked as a registered nurse for more than 25 years, starting her career working in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). She has worked in all areas of nursing including home care, treating elderly patients with diabetes, pulmonary & heart disease, and non-healing surgical wounds. "My nursing experience has enriched me greatly in many ways. I have treated many patients throughout my career for ailments anywhere from a heart attack to a sore throat."
After being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, Susan was successfully treated using acupuncture, recovering fully in less than three months. Coming from a Western medical perspective as a registered nurse made me more appreciative of the miraculous improvements made by using Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Susan graduated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Albuquerque, NM with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine. She is an Oriental Medicine Diplomate by the NCCAOM, Licensed Acupuncturist (VA), Doctor of Acupuncture (RI), and is nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. She has added training in cosmetic, rehabilitative, and mental health acupuncture, as well as extended chronic pain studies.
Passionate about awakening humanity to its innate healing possibilities, she feels she has a unique perspective on Traditional Chinese Medicine. "Having worked with Western medicine for many years, I can appreciate the vast improvements in health using acupuncture and Chinese herbs. I want the clients leaving my office experiencing improved health and well-being."
Blessed with many fine teachers, Susan incorporates into her practice many principles of Jeffrey Yuen, Dr. Richard Tan, Dr. Claudia Welch, Dr. Jim Ventresca, and Dr. John Chen, Ph.D.
"I enjoy growing professionally and helping my clients experience health and transformation through Traditional Chinese Medicine. I am grateful."
Dustin is a recent graduate of Old Dominion University and is the office manager at Acupuncture & Herbal Solutions. Alongside Susan, he handles the day-to-day running of the office, coordinates special events, handles marketing, advertising, and bookkeeping for the business, and is always here to greet clients with a smile and help make their day.
"I feel privileged to be in an environment where I can watch people transform and heal. It's the best part of being here."
Laurie Russell, CMT, Shiatsu Practitioner
(757) 575-3044
laurie@ahs-norfolk.com
Currently completing her advanced training at the Ohashiatsu(R) Institute of Maryland, Laurie Russell has been working as a massage therapist for over three years. A former chemist studying solar energy, Laurie felt drawn to get involved in bodywork and found herself intrigued by Shiatsu after experiencing the benefits of just one session, prompting her to learn about and practice this fascinating trade.
"I'm excited that I can bring Shiatsu to this area and provide a healing, therapeutic, and relaxing modality that I know everyone will enjoy!"
Rolfing(R) Structural Integration is an opportunity to gain balance and fluidity in the body. We work together to organize the soft tissue of the body which alleviates stress.
Susan Zummo is a highly motivated and qualified teacher of higher awareness. She is a certified Perceptive Awareness Technique, Inc. facilitator, Integrated Awareness graduate, Soma Pi healing practitioner, Hypnotherapist, Sound Healer and Reiki Master. With over 20 years experience, Susan has been helping clients connect with their Higher Mind through intuitive counseling sessions, P.A.T. seminars and healing workshops.
