We use Acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and simple lifestyle changes to address your pain, improve your digestion & sleep, manage your stress and anxiety, balance your hormones, and eliminate your headaches, amongst other health issues. Here at Pivot, we believe that creating an environment that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion is vital to healing.
We welcome and embrace everyone from all walks of life, regardless of gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, faith, age, or ability. As healers, creating a safe and welcoming space is our priority.
We welcome and embrace everyone from all walks of life, regardless of gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, faith, age, or ability. As healers, creating a safe and welcoming space is our priority.
Services
Acupuncture uses hair-thin, disposable, stainless steel needles on points located along pathways or channels on the body. During your session, we use a personalized combination of acupoints to address your health issues, helping your body restore itself to a more balanced and optimal state. Herbal medicine is a major component of Chinese Medicine.
During your free phone or telemedicine initial consultation, you will discuss your concerns with your provider. Here we'll go over your medical history, any medications you are currently taking, and most importantly, discuss your goals. We want to make sure our treatment plan is a good fit for you and make sure there is a high probability of success before agreeing to move forward.
Your first visit will last approximately 75-90 minutes. The first part of the visit is dedicated to listening to your health concerns, discussing your health history, and coming up with a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) diagnosis and treatment plan. We ask our patients to eat within 2.5 hours before acupuncture treatments.
Although cosmetic acupuncture specifically focuses on improving the complexion, elasticity, and skin tone, treatments include acupuncture points to help balance your overall constitution. During a facial acupuncture session, the microcirculation created by the needles encourages detoxification of the skin, helping to eliminate redness and reduce inflammation.
We value our clients and strive to give them the best experience in our treatment services. Check out more reviews on Yelp and Google. I have been seeing Shawne the past couple of years before she even opened her own practice. I initially saw her for neck/shoulder pain and now see her for back/hip pain.
Reviews (21)
Marilyn Manfredi
Dec 22, 2021
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The Pivot Acupuncture Team have been life changing for me! After almost a year of severe knee pain with visits to doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, etc my pain was still limiting my activity and the recommendation was, of course, surgery. Not what I wanted to hear!
A friend recommended Dr. Shawn so I made an appointment. Since starting with her and her team, my knee is greatly improved and I am out and about enjoying life. With the addition recently of “Cat” the massage therapist in the office I continue even more improvement and am learning exercises and other things to do at home
A friend recommended Dr. Shawn so I made an appointment. Since starting with her and her team, my knee is greatly improved and I am out and about enjoying life. With the addition recently of “Cat” the massage therapist in the office I continue even more improvement and am learning exercises and other things to do at home
Wesley Audije
Dec 13, 2021
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Jason Rogers
Dec 12, 2021
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I have to leave a completely separate review for the wonderful massage therapist, Catherine Elumba. There’s no way I could fit both in one review.
I’ve had multiple massages with Cat now and she has to be the most skilled therapist I’ve ever been worked on by.
She takes her time. This is just so important to me. She finds areas of pain and tightness I wasn’t even aware of, but I’m extremely grateful and relieved once she’s attacked them and worked them out.
Cat strikes the perfect balance between physical and mental healing during her massages and I always feel as relaxed mentally
I’ve had multiple massages with Cat now and she has to be the most skilled therapist I’ve ever been worked on by.
She takes her time. This is just so important to me. She finds areas of pain and tightness I wasn’t even aware of, but I’m extremely grateful and relieved once she’s attacked them and worked them out.
Cat strikes the perfect balance between physical and mental healing during her massages and I always feel as relaxed mentally
Good Compenny
Dec 10, 2021
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Jenine Wixom
Nov 07, 2021
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April Dominguez
Nov 03, 2021
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I did a detox cleanse a few weeks ago with Catherine. For me this came a the perfect time. All the great nutrients I received through the healthy foods is just what I needed. The Bone both is absolutely delicious, I could drink everyday. Catherine did check in to see how I was doing and also provided yummy healthy receipts that the entire family loved. This was a great reminder of the importance of getting nutrients through food.
Maya M.
Oct 30, 2021
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Q. Time
Oct 27, 2021
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Cat is an amazing coach and consultant. My husband and I did the 5 day fall cleanse with her and she was with us every step of the way. From preparation of our grocery list to daily check ins and transition off our cleanse, she kept things manageable and yummy! Her broths are delicious and her recipe recommendations help motivate us to keep cooking and eating healthy. Her support is just what we needed especially in a hectic household with 3 little kids. Thanks Cat!
Heidi Williams
Oct 17, 2021
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I highly recommend seeing Catherine not only for her amazing body work but for her nutrition knowledge. I have now done Catherine's 3 and 5 day cleanse and let me just say she has changed my life!!! I am 57 years old and she has educated me so much on what I eat (and should not eat). I recently did bloodwork with my Dr and all my numbers came out NORMAL!!! My blood pressure is normal and more so my cholesterol is normal for the 1st time for over 20 years. I do not take any medication for anything. Because of Catherine I actually listen to my body and what it needs. I've never done that before.
Kristen Johnson
Oct 14, 2021
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Mary W.
Sep 28, 2021
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I have been receiving my treatments for multiple injuries to my hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders for a few months now, and I am truly impressed. My chronic pain is more manageable with less medication. You feel relaxed just entering the office. The staff is always professional and friendly and I truly enjoy and appreciate the care I receive. Highly recommend you try them.
Marvin Y.
May 28, 2020
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Adam H.
Nov 05, 2019
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This was my first time going to Accupuncture so I was a little nervous about it all. I'll say this is the place to go because you are made to feel at home. Everything is explained to you in a way that will make you feel at ease as well. This is an Amazing place from the environment to the services you receive.
Eazflo Z.
Jun 07, 2019
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R. C.
Mar 16, 2019
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For the last 6 years, I have been suffering with chronic back and neck pain and chronic migraines. As a result, it has caused me major anxiety and depression amongst other ailments. I've always been accustomed to seeing Western Medicine Doctors. Unfortunately, in the last few years I've found myself being prescribed many pain medications and tons of others drugs that basically masked my pains. I felt helpless and hopeless and just didn't know where to turn.
My daughter started seeing Dr. Shawne and told me I should make an appointment to see if she could help relieve some of the
My daughter started seeing Dr. Shawne and told me I should make an appointment to see if she could help relieve some of the
Hugo V.
Dec 01, 2018
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I have been taking acupuncture for a chronic illness I always look for acupuncturist who really know how to treat the right point or as they professionals call it find the stagnation. Shawne (the Dr) really know how to treat the points with sensitive touch with needles I'm every so please I have found this place ..Thank you Shawne I can't wait for the next treatment, lol I do feel like a noodle when you finish the treatment I find it hard to get up so relaxing...
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J. S.
Oct 24, 2018
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Chelsea L.
Sep 12, 2018
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Dr. Lopes started treating my mom shortly after she had a stroke. My mom's physical therapist highly recommended seeing an acupuncturist to help with her recovery. I accompanied my mom to each appointment and it was my first time being exposed to acupuncture in person. First, I must say that Dr. Lopes is such a professional and I immediately felt comfortable. She took the time to address my questions and was very open and thorough in explaining how she was going to treat my mom. In the days after my mom saw Dr. Lopes, I started noticing an improvement in her mobility. Yeah!!! I'm so thankful
David V.
Jul 13, 2018
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I've had different ailments, but most recently plantar fasciitis. I went to a orthopedic surgeon and all he did was give me a cortisone shot and send me to PT. PT didn't work. I've had good experience with acupuncture before, and when Dr. Shawne opened her clinic, I was excited to go.
She has a gentle style but will only be as gentle as you want when it comes to the needles. My injury requires a mix of gentle and more aggressive treatment, and she's excellent at both. She was also able to diagnose some blood flow issues and give me some herbal supplements to help out. My injury
She has a gentle style but will only be as gentle as you want when it comes to the needles. My injury requires a mix of gentle and more aggressive treatment, and she's excellent at both. She was also able to diagnose some blood flow issues and give me some herbal supplements to help out. My injury
J. B.
Jul 12, 2018
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I have been seeing Shawne the past couple of years before she even opened her own practice. I initially saw her for neck/shoulder pain and now see her for back/hip pain. After each treatment, I felt a tremendous amount of relief! Now I'm addicted to Acupuncture! Not only does Shawne take her time, but she is gentle and really listens to your needs! She even recommends herbal supplements that promote healthy flow throughout the body. I am so thankful for her and look forward to my acupuncture treatments.
Kathleen A.
Jul 09, 2018
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I really love how knowledgeable and accurate Shawne is in her work. I suffer from migraines, anxiety, stress, sports injuries and feel a huge difference after seeing her. Recently, I had a foot injury and I thought I had plantar fasciitis because of all of the pain and symptoms. I came in to see Shawne barely able to walk, I came in thinking I needed direct treatment for my foot without knowing the root of the problem, she started treating my calf and achilles. My goodness, without her treatment, I'd still be in so much pain. She was also able to treat my other ailments in the same session
