Located on the east side of Mount Tabor in Southeast Portland, Montavilla Community Acupuncture (MCA) offers acupuncture and Chinese medicine to individuals as well as to groups. We believe that people have a right to good health and well-being and aim to make our clinic a place for realizing both-at affordable rates.
Every appointment is 50 minutes long, which allows for completing a pre-screening checklist, doing an intake interview, and receiving treatment. There will be a bin for personal items; please try to limit the number of items brought into the clinic. Spaces for community acupuncture are limited and by missing an appointment, that seat is no longer available to another community patient.
Every appointment is 50 minutes long, which allows for completing a pre-screening checklist, doing an intake interview, and receiving treatment. There will be a bin for personal items; please try to limit the number of items brought into the clinic. Spaces for community acupuncture are limited and by missing an appointment, that seat is no longer available to another community patient.
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O.M, and Mia Neuse, L.Ac., M.A.O.M first started to look for a place to practice together in the Montavilla neighborhood in late 2006. John had been working in a clinic in SW Portland, while Mia was practicing further east near SE 122nd and SE Stark. We both wanted a "mixed" clinic-one that offered both community acupuncture and private treatments.
At Montavilla Community Acupuncture (MCA), we offer both private and community acupuncture. Rates for a private acupuncture appointment range from $75-110/office visit when payment is made at time of service. Appointments typically last one hour. Appointments are available Monday through Saturday, 9am - 6pm, depending on the practitioner.
I first became interested in shiatsu and Chinese medicine in the early 90s when an injury I had didn't respond to conventional Western medicine. I was living in Japan at the time, so while there I studied shiatsu, Japanese acupressure massage, with a Master practitioner. Both shiatsu and Chinese medicine have the same roots and are based on the same principles of "qi, " or vital energy, and meridians, the channels of "qi" throughout the body.
Prevention of disease and early treatment of symptoms in order to stop disease progression is the underlying principle of Chinese medicine. Acupuncture is one aspect of Chinese medicine. It stimulates innate healing mechanisms in the body, which makes it valuable as a therapy in shortening the course of an illness and as a preventative care modality as a means to address mild to moderate imbalances.
Pain, which can include fatigue, is a necessary response to issues such as injury. We forget when we take OTC medications that reduce sensations of pain that we are potentially doing harm. Pain, after all, can prevent further injury by making sure we protect ourselves, not overdo it, and avoid re-injury.
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Melanie Troutman
Jan 03, 2021
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Myriah
Sep 19, 2019
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Christina Perez
Sep 06, 2019
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I just had my second session with Ericka and cannot say enough good things about my experience! Ericka is warm, thoughtful, thorough, and has really taken the time to understand my health concerns. She makes sure the experience is comfortable and checks in as she goes. They also accept my insurance which has been helpful. I highly recommend checking them out! ❤️
Micki Josi
Oct 15, 2018
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Justin Green
Jun 07, 2018
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Noemi M.
Apr 22, 2018
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Solara J.
Dec 30, 2017
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Karen F.
Jan 13, 2017
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Went in to see Mia to help a raging headcold and address some PMS issues. She was warm, approachable, and very communicative about her treatment and an additional essential oils healing at the end. I felt so relaxed and well taken care of, walked out feeling great. I told her about some of the Chinese herbs I was taking that had worked for other colds in the past and she researched them during my treatment with suggestion to let my body heal on its own and the reasons why the herbs were not right for my cold. She also invited me to come back the next day for herbal recommendations if I wasn&apos
Kate Kirkham
Jan 07, 2017
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As an acupuncturist, I am very picky about who I will see for acupuncture. Mia is really one of the best in town. She's smart, professional, and compassionate and a wonderful listener. I'm a runner, and have some age-related arthritis in my foot. With Mia's help, I'm pain free and now running better than I have in years! She's also been invaluable in helping me with managing stress. Thanks Mia!
Katherine W.
Nov 06, 2013
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Crystal CCalanca
Jul 21, 2013
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I have received nothing but the most caring, compassionate, top-notch acupuncture at Montavilla Community Acupuncture. Mia has helped me through several transitions/health issues in my life, and the community that has grown around this business is truly amazing. Their focus on providing affordable and approachable acupuncture is genuine and inspiring. As their client I feel respected and supported. Seriously, check these guys out.
Jon Keyes
May 17, 2013
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After getting acupuncture with Mia yesterday, I felt happier and more relaxed with less pain throughout the rest of the day. I've continued to feel better and better today; noticing a greater ability to concentrate at work and just generally feeling more positive about life overall! Thanks so much, Mia!
Gretchan J.
Apr 15, 2013
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Come take advantage of Mia and John's community acupuncture sessions! They are offered Tuesday - Friday and cost a mere $15. If you haven't tried acupuncture, then do! Group sessions, allow you to come in for an hour to talk about your ills (any and all), relax in the chair or table and receive treatment from skilled, understanding hands. Both John and Mia are fantastic. I've made this my weekly ritual and have remained illness free and managed daily stress with ease. Come in this week! You won't regret it.
