The most important relationship I seek to nurture in the treatment room is the one a patient has with their own body. We live in a culture that teaches us to override pain, defer to outside authority, and push through discomfort. Patients often arrive hoping I can “fix” them, but the truth is, we can’t do the work for them. We can offer guidance, insight and support, but healing requires their full participation.
Carly Herrero, LAc
Carly Herrero is a licensed acupuncturist and NCCAOM-approved educator in Maine. She received a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. Visit bluefirehealingarts.com to learn more.