Mood Disorders

mood disorders

    acupuncture for mood disorders in nyc

    New York Acupuncture Clinic for Depression and More

    Treatment of mood disorders with acupuncture and Chinese Medicine often requires an integrative approach that includes Western and Eastern medicine. While Western medicine is necessary in some cases, acupuncture and Chinese herbs can work alone or alongside other treatments to provide a holistic solution to improve your mood and energy and help you to feel more like yourself. If medication is part of the treatment plan recommended by your doctor, acupuncture can also help to address unwanted side effects as well as to treat symptoms related to your mood disorder that are not being addressed by your current treatment.

    What Is a Mood Disorder?

    A mood disorder is a group of mental health problems that broadly describes all types of depression and bipolar disorders. Some common types of mood disorders include:

    Major depressive disorder (commonly known simply as depression)

    Dysthymia - persistent mild-depression

    Bipolar disorder

    PMS (premenstrual syndrome)

    PMD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder)

    SAD (seasonal affective disorder)

    Postpartum depression

    Benefits of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Mood Disorders

    Chinese medicine has a lot to offer in the treatment of mood disorders. A number of studies have shown that acupuncture is as effective as fluoxetine (also known as Prozac) in the treatment of depression.1,2 In another study, acupuncture in conjunction with SSRIs less side-effects and better outcomes than SSRI treatment alone.3


    Acupuncture and Chinese herbs help to correct subtle imbalances in the body and in doing so, improve both physical and mental health, and vitality. For some patients, Chinese medicine is sufficient for treatment of their mood disorder. For others, medications and/or talk therapy may be recommended in conjunction with acupuncture and Chinese herbs. We will defer to, and work with, your Western medical doctor to determine the best approach for you. 


    Some of the benefits of acupuncture include:

    Trigger the release of endorphins for a natural mood-boost

    Engaging the body’s “rest and digest” state for a sense of calm and groundedness

    Improving sleep

    Improving energy and mental clarity

    Relieving problems with digestion and regulating appetite

    Relieving and preventing headaches and migraines

    Ease side-effects of medications

    Getting Started With Acupuncture

    We take great pride in providing thoughtful and effective care. We start with a consultation so that we can find out if we can help you before you move forward with treatment. During your consultation we will take a look at your health history, current complaints, and health goals. If you are determined to be a candidate for our treatments, you will receive a personalized treatment plan. Experience the amazing benefits of Chinese medicine for yourself at Gotham Holistic Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine. To get started with acupuncture for mood disorders, schedule your appointment online to meet with our licensed and experienced acupuncturist!

    Sources:

    1. ​​Zhang ZJ, Chen HY, Yip KC, Ng R, Wong VT. The effectiveness and safety of acupuncture therapy in depressive disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord. 2010 Jul;124(1-2):9-21. doi: 10.1016/j.jad.2009.07.005. Epub 2009 Jul 26. PMID: 19632725.
    2. Rodriguez T. Can acupuncture treat depression? [Internet]. Scientific American. Scientific American; 2014 [cited 2022Jan17]. Available from: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/can-acupuncture-treat-depression/ 
    3. Chan YY, Lo WY, Yang SN, Chen YH, Lin JG. The benefit of combined acupuncture and antidepressant medication for depression: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Affect Disord. 2015 May 1;176:106-17. doi: 10.1016/j.jad.2015.01.048. Epub 2015 Jan 28. PMID: 25704563.

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    "I've been going to see Dr. Kristin for quite some time now due to back/neck issues I've been dealing with for years, and I must say - it really does work wonders! From my first consultation to every appointment in between, Dr. Kristin has been kind and always attentive to what aches and pains I have. She makes sure to target the areas that are hurting you, and constantly checks in on you / with you to make sure you are comfortable. I mean really, what more could you ask for?!"

    - Nicole D.

    "I've been going to Gotham Holistic and seeing Kristin Cheng, LAc for 3 years now, I highly recommend going to see her. She was highly attentive to me, my needs, and my comfort level. Quickly, I was put at ease by her attentive nature and able to be present when I did my first acupuncture consultation to the present day. I go here because Kristin Cheng is immensely skilled and so down to earth that I can digest her deep knowledge to make better health choices in my life."

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    "Kristin at Gotham Holistic is a wonderful professional who is focused on helping you manage pain and getting your body to work best for you.  She is personally invested in your health and well-being and committed to working with you to get your body to where you'd like it to be.  She is full of knowledge and looks to empower you to help your body heal. As a lifelong athlete I am so grateful I have found Kristin to help me work through injuries and keep my body in top shape to continue to train at a high level."

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