Looking for an Awesome Accupuncturist/herbalist

Updated on June 21, 2011
J.W. asks from Laguna Niguel, CA
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Hi :) I live in Laguna Niguel, CA and I am looking for some type of alternative medicine, accupunture, or herbal medicine (doctor included)... whatever... to help me grow my hair back and lose weight. My Nana died in March, in my arms. It was very peaceful and I was happy for her as she is no longer suffering. However, Nan and I were extremely close-- the very bestest of friends! :) We did everything together. We spent almost every day of 13 years together bumbling around and doing our thing before I moved down to Orange County. So, I thought I would be okay with her passing given the circumstances, although it has always been something I've dreaded my entire life. As a result, I've lost 75% of my hair and gained almost 30 pounds. I've had numerous blood tests (thyroid is great) and ALL the doctors say it is due to the grief I feel and the post traumatic stress I am experiencing due to Nan's passing. I feel like if my hair doesn't stop falling out, I will be in a wig before Christmas. My hair was very long (to my waist) and thick (I was lucky if I could wrap a hair band around twice). Now it just looks and feels horrible- like the texture has changed, too. I've been taking Biotin- used some hair foam from the dermatologist- and will even go so far as to use Rogaine for women, however, I would rather pursue a natural course of treatment. Has anyone had this experience and had an extremely successful recovery using some fantastic product? Does anyone have an excellent referral for a doctor?... Whatever was done, PLEASE SHARE!! I need help!...FAST!

Thank you all so very much! Many blessings to each and every one of you! :)

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M.D.

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Hi J.,

Did you ever find someone to help you with your hair loss?
If not, contact me.

I'm your neighbor in Laguna Niguel and, I'm a business coach working with holistic health professionals. I have several referrals for you. They are extraordinary in the results that occur with their clients. One of them is right here in Laguna Niguel. Contact me at ____@____.com and I'll send you a list to call. Then, you can find the one that is the right fit for you.

In Appreciation,
M.

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L.C.

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Please accept my condolances on the loss of your beloved Nana. I cannot overstate how highly I think of my accupunturist. She is very well educated (Biola), talented, intuative, warm and knowledgable. Her name is L. Angela Gibile and her office is in Huntington Beach. (PCH to Beach Blvd. then north about 2 miles). AcuEnergize, 19895 Beach Blvd #102 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 ###-###-####

L. helped me through the worst of menopause, a horrid shoulder injury and headaches. She also is fluent in herbal remedies. Please tell her that I recommended her to you.

Best of luck, L. C-K

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W.W.

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I have a great doctor to recommend - Dr. Kathie Albertson.
http://www.orangecountyacupuncture.com/
She's in Irvine (Irvine Center Drive & Lake Forest near the 5 freeway)
###-###-####
I saw her for infertility now I see her for back pain (post partum!).
She's great! Her staff is great! New office, exam rooms. And she takes insurance if yours covers acu!
Good luck and I'm sorry for your loss.
W.

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L.B.

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Hi J. -
Dr. Christie McCoy in Costa Mesa is wonderful. She helped a friend of mine who had lost her hair due to stress from a bad separation. Within her Clinic they do accupuncture, herbs, massage, NMT, and many other natural treatments. She helped my son with what everyone was saying was ADD but wasnt. She has also helped me with my asthma.

HealthCare Dynamics: ###-###-####
http://www.healthdynamicscenter.com/

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M.B.

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Hello J.,
I would highly recommend Evonne Kane and she is very close to Laguna Niguel-- off Crown Valley/PCH. You can reach her at ###-###-####. Super nice woman and she gives a lot of TLC to her patients. I always left my treatments feeling amazing...both physically and emotionally. It was a hard time for me too because I had been trying for a year to get pregnant and wanted to try a natural approach. Well, it worked and I now have a 7 month old darling boy to show for it. 2 other friends of mine went to Evonne and have successful outcomes from their treatments as well. Give her a call or go meet her to see if you click. Good luck!

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C.C.

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Hi J. - My family uses Family Accupuncture Center in San Clemente. It's easy to get to (just off Ave Palizada and El Camino Real). It's authentic chinese medicine and Dr Qin and Fu are wonderful people and treatments are effective. Many of my friends in the field of nutrition are patients and they come highly recommended. I also love Sheila at the front desk and the fact that they always squeeze us in ASAP whenever we need them. ###-###-####.

Also, in your efforts to improve your overall health and adjust your diet to making healthy choices, incorporate as much fresh fruits and vegetables (and whole grains) as you can. If you need help consuming at least 9-13 servings per day (serving = 1/2 cup) then please consider Juice Plus capsules. My company found a way to put 28 fruits, vegetables, berries and grains in capsule form so you are guaranteed to get those natural nutrients every single day. It will help protect you from the cell damage stress is doing which is causing your hair loss and weight gain. Juice Plus also offers meal replacement shakes powder that are excellent for overall health, well being and weight loss that I drink once or twice every day to help maintain my weight goals. Feel free to call me at ###-###-####, email at ____@____.com and check my website at www.caprice4juiceplus.com. I would be happy to share what I know can help you.

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C.C.

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Hi J.,
My hair has been thinning as well, but mine is due to perimenopause. I am seeing a fantastic doctor that is helping my hormones to balance naturally using a combination of Accupuncture, NAET, Accupressure massage, and herbs. My hair is still thin, but I am definitely getting new growth. She is a Western MD that treats her patients with a combination of Western and Easter medicine. Most insurance companies accept her.
Here's her info:
Dr. Jing Li
Work address
9940 Research Dr., #100
Irvine, CA 92618
Telephone
Work: ###-###-####
Work fax: ###-###-####

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T.G.

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J., I see a Dr. Lukawski in Aliso Viejo ###-###-####. She isn't an accupuncturist but she does believe in more natural healing. She has worked wonders for me and I believe that she really listens and understands her patients. I have a couple other referrals but don't have the names/phone numbers here. Please shoot me an email (____@____.com) or give me a call ###-###-#### and I will get them for you. Take care,

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C.B.

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Hello,
I know this is an old post but I had to respond.I found out I had hypothyrodism a few months ago and I have lost a lot of my hair also.Because I was afraid of taking synthetic drugs I signed up for a herbalist course.I have been taking a lot of vitamins including Biotin.I've been working out a lot more and I have reduced my hours at work.I try not to sweat the small stuff.I am so sorry to hear about your loss but I know your Nana is at a better place.All that matters is she had a wonderful life,raised beautiful kids and grandkids......Along with the wonderful memories she left behind..

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J.K.

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See www.saddlebackwellness.com. This is my brother's chiropractic office and within the office is also a great accupuncturist, Dr Kim. He employs a massage therapist as well and can probably help with chiropractic treatments as well. He is in Foothill Ranch right off of Bake Plwy next to the large shopping center there. He does not mention Dr Kim on the site, but she's there and if you call or go by, they will help you...
http://www.saddlebackwellness.com/office-locations.php

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