Stress and Pain Relief with Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine in Portland, OR
We provide holistic healthcare grounded in compassion and collaboration, empowering you with the tools and support to soothe your nervous system and alleviate pain.
Medicine for the times
If your body has been exposed to ongoing stress—demanding jobs, difficult relationships, or overwhelming life events—rest may not come naturally anymore. Over time, repeated activation of the fight-or-flight response can leave your nervous system chronically dysregulated. In this state, pain may feel amplified, or you may feel completely disconnected from your body. You may have difficulty sleeping and digestive issues may be so persistent, they start to feel like your new normal. These aren’t just symptoms—they’re signals. Your system is stuck in protection mode. But here's the good news: you don’t have to stay there.
You may remember a time when you felt like yourself—calm, clear, energized, and connected. That state is still possible.
It’s not about forcing relaxation. It’s about giving your body and nervous system the safety they need to recalibrate.
Let’s change your baseline together.
Holistic care for people who
Lay awake exhausted with a racing mind
Rely on coffee for energy
Have tension or pain that moves or never seems to go away
Have digestive issues with an unknown cause
Feel overworked, on edge, overwhelmed or anxious
Get daily or weekly headaches
Have a chronic illness
Have painful or irregular periods
Are recovering from work or school burnout
Are taking tons of random supplements that aren’t working
Feel like they are at a crossroads in their health and need guidance
Hi! I’m Kecia Fox, LAc
Portland Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner
I’ve been where you are. You’re overwhelmed, exhausted and it feels like there’s a million things wrong with your body. Your lab results are normal and you’ve been told by doctors everything is fine, but you know deep down something is off. It can be hard not to feel discouraged at this juncture in your healthcare. My role as your Chinese medicine practitioner is to act as a guide and support as you explore what it means to feel well in your body again.
How Chinese Medicine Can Help
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been proven to: reduce inflammation, increase circulation, regulate serotonin, decrease heart rate, lower cortisol, reduce anxiety and panic attacks and so much more! Acupuncture has been used in East Asia for thousands of years and is recommended by the CDC and WHO.
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Fire Cupping + Gua Sha
Commonly seen on athletes, fire cupping and gua sha loosens adhesions and restrictions in the tissue, increases blood flow to areas of tension or pain and stimulates the immune system to repair injury.
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Herbal Medicine
Complex and targeted herbal formulas are used to address hormonal imbalances, provide opioid-free pain relief, improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, address underlying deficiencies and calm the nervous system without side effects.
Testimonials
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“I started seeing Kecia 8 months ago to explore other options to remedy years of digestive issues, anxiety, muscle pain, back/neck pain, headaches, and daily fatigue. I had tried everything from elimination diets to prescription medications with little to no improvement. She helped me to understand the interconnections of everything that I was experiencing within my body and ultimately that my nervous system was in desperate need of a reboot. Within the first month, my digestive issues had almost completely vanished and I have experienced phenomenal improvements all other areas. Kecia's approach is from a place of incredible compassion, support, thoughtfulness, kindness, and deep rooted care. Her knowledge, wisdom, and expert techniques have changed my life! Highly recommended!
HK, Portland OR
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"I've had acupuncture and cupping before, but never at this quality. Kecia is so in tune with my needs, and so receptive to feedback, that it makes every appointment really enjoyable. She's really down to earth and easy to talk to also and incredibly knowledgeable. I've never felt like I couldn't ask her what she was doing, or request something from her if the pressure from cupping was too much or too little. She always walks me through what points she's going to be doing during treatment and why and makes sure I'm comfortable throughout my entire appointment. She has greatly helped me with my migraines and digestive issues through acupuncture and my shoulder issue from an old injury with cupping. I have recommended her to multiple friends and family members and will be bringing my daughter to her in the near future. I can't recommend her enough!"
MC, Portland OR
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"Well Forest Acupuncture, and specifically Kecia, provided my introduction into the healing world of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. I have only good things to say about my experience as a patient here. I originally booked a visit to address knee pain, but realized within minutes of talking with Kecia the many health benefits of acupuncture. My nerves and fears were gone after the first gentle needle and I've been returning for over a year. My knee pain is gone. There have been other areas that have needed attention that have improved with Kecia's thoughtful and intentional treatments. I always look forward to my acupuncture appointments and I am 100% sold on combining Western and Eastern medicine to treat my health concerns. If you are looking for a warm welcome into the world of acupuncture, Kecia will provide a listening ear, a genuine interest in your health and well-being, and a smart and gentle treatment plan".
MB, Portland OR
Ready for a reset?
