Happy Healthy Kids
AcuPoint Therapy for Kids!
Dr. Raven loves working with children and babies -- and they love her!
AcuPoint Therapy is suitable for anyone of any age
who is highly sensitive to needles or afraid of them.
After going through a thorough health history with the parent(s) and child (if able), and using a series of diagnostic tests, she can identify the root cause(s) of your child's issue. Dr. Raven was specially trained in the use of special non-invasive treatment tools, most of them coming from the Japanese Acupuncture tradition. This is not simply "acupressure" massage, but it's own complete system.
The doctor likes to engage the child as much as possible, so in certain instances, they are invited to choose which tool she will treat them with. For the child, treatment is enjoyable and relaxing -- they frequently fall asleep on the table. She also incorporates Reiki and guided visualization as needed and appropriate.
While we can never predict or promise how long it will take for the treatments to take effect, the younger your little one is, the more "watery" they are -- they are closer to the birthing process and more fluid. Their bodies are still developing, and so they do tend to respond more quickly to treatment than adults. Especially for children under the age of 6 or 7, needles would be too strong for them and AcuPoint Therapy is a great alternative!
What to expect in an evaluation and treatment
- You will be with your child at all times during the evaluation and treatment process.
- Depending upon the age of the baby/child, you may be holding them in arms or on your lap. They can be with you like this the whole time that Dr. Raven is evaluating and/or treating.
- Older children may be able to climb up onto the table and lie down for this process. We go with what is most comfortable and comforting to the child.
- Children under the age of 6 generally do not receive needles in our practice. This is for their safety.
- Older children may choose to try 1 or 2 needles after they have received 4 treatments or more. This is ALWAYS THEIR CHOICE (of course, the parent(s) must be on board as well).
- Treatments may take 20-45 minutes depending upon the age of the baby/child.
- Dr. Raven is in the room for the majority treatment time with you and your child.
- After the treatment, there is an opportunity for older children to rest on the table. This allows the treatment to deepen its effect -- children really enjoy this time and get very relaxed. Sometimes they fall asleep on the table.
- It's recommended and encouraged for you to bring your child's blanket or favorite soft toy/stuffed animal to ensure that they will feel safe and enjoy their experience :-)
- As with Adults, it is VERY IMPORTANT to follow through with your child's recommended Treatment Plan. AcuPoint Therapy is not a "one-shot" quick-fix. It is gentle and subtle and the treatments are cumulative.
My 12-month old son had developmental challenges in making sounds and basic movements -- not interested or trying to pull himself up and walk. And he had aggressive tendencies. Within 2 treatments with Raven, his angry tantrums had decreased and he was saying words-mama, ball, bye and hey. Also, he held his bottle for the first time. Wow!! We are so thrilled with the progress. His walking and balancing is much more controlled. If you’re not wanting to take the traditional approach to helping your kids, I highly recommend trying these treatments. They’re easy and very tolerable for the baby or child with fast results. So so grateful for you!
-- Alicia R. -- Charlotte, NC
(re: her 13-month old son)
We cannot tell you how grateful we are for all of the wonderful care that you have given our son up to this point. We credit his health and success hugely to your guidance and care. During a very dark time you assured us that things would get better and we are so thankful to you for that.
-- Tammy N. -- Mooresville, NC
(re: her 14-year old son)
Recently I brought my 2 year-old daughter in to see Raven for night terrors. She was waking up in the middle of the night, screaming with fright and we felt helpless. There is no medical explanation for it, and likewise, the pediatrician did not have any suggestions for safe treatment. We gave AcuPoint Therapy a try and within a 2 weeks after he saw Raven our daughter was sleeping through 2 full nights out of 7. Within 8 weeks of treatment (1x per week) she was sleeping soundly EVERY night. Nothing short of a miracle...
-- Kristy H. -- Davidson, NC
(re: her 2 year-old daughter)
