Before receiving acupuncture treatment, I was in bad shape all around but the main focus was lower back and MCL knee pain that had been ongoing for several years.
That was only the tip of the iceberg if I’m being fully honest as I was also experiencing insomnia, nightmares, constant agitation/easily angered, mentally relentless, fatigue, gout, anxiety and depression.
Three months before we moved to Hawaii, I took myself to a psych ward because I felt like I was losing control and making extremely risky decisions. I was diagnosed with several psychotic and bipolar disorders, along with major depression. I was then placed on Hydroxyzine, Bupropion, Cholecalcif, Methocarbamol, Risperidone, Olanzapine and Melatonin. From all this, I gained 50+ pounds in less than 3 months (normally 165, dropped down to 155 before hospitalization and got up to 205).
The meds increased my appetite through the roof and I blew up. I felt miserable as 90% of my clothes looked way too small and I hardly recognized myself. I kept taking the meds to ease the minds of those who loved and cared for me. It became difficult finding the joy of exercising that I had before and felt like a blob in that I woke up tired and would take constant naps. I genuinely felt that I had stopped living and was just existing as I had become numb to it all. I had barely turned 30.
For my knee (grade 2 MCL strain from football in 2014), I went through rehab therapy as well as for some of my mental health issues. I also had been prescribed other medications such as tramadol but that was mainly for my knee. 
After moving and getting settled in, I was asked what services I still needed to manage my knee and back. I was offered massage, chiropractic and acupuncture. I chose acupuncture because it was the only one that I had not attempted. Figured, “it can’t hurt to try” and went at it with an open mind for the most part. Although, it took me a while to disclose my mental/emotional state to Anjelika, I mean, that is A LOT of stuff to just unload on someone and didn’t know if anything could be done about it with acupuncture. Still kick myself in the rear about that but better late than never.

Acupuncture and herbal medicine has improved my life in many ways.
Anjelika has created a treatment plan to address my chronic pain, sleep disturbance, my emotional health, nutrition, and incorporated meditation and mindfulness principles that I utilize actively everyday.
After 6 months of acupuncture and herbs, I am almost entirely pain free, minimal back pain and no knee pain.
One change that made the biggest impact was how effective Acupuncture and herbs were in stabilizing my emotional heatlh. I am more balanced, less anxious, not depressed, I feel motivated and enthusiastic with my daily activities. I am kinder to myself, those around me, and have a deeper connection with nature and spiritual practices. I’m aware of every decision I make about what to eat, sleep, meditate and think. 
I’m no longer stuck in this feeling that I’m just ‘existing/waiting to die’.
I have become more mindful about my diet and returned to exercising (weight is in the 175-180 range).
I am off all of the medications that I listed above and feel better than ever.
​Before moving to Oahu, my main goal was to find a discipline that compelled me to grow so I could finally have peace and joy within.
Without hesitation, I can say that I have never been so clear and focused about what my life calling is. Nearly every morning now, I wake up at 4 am feeling rested to meditate which reaffirms my life’s purpose as I have tranquility and harmony that I have been searching for since my early years in life. This Marine will be earning his MBA in less than 3 months but has already started looking at acupuncture institutions to earn a Master’s degree and help other veterans.
Simply put, IT WORKS!

EM
Honolulu, Military Veteran​

The above photos are one year into treatments with 65 pounds of weight loss, Kari celebrates her one year Healthy with Acupuncture Anniversary today 5/17/2022. YAY!

Prior to beginning acupuncture, my health was in significant decline.  Making the transition from military to civilian life caused major trauma in my life, leading to depression, anxiety, weight gain, and subsequently, Type II Diabetes, and Hashimoto’s hypo-thyroid/auto-immune.  I also had chronic migraines, acid reflux, high cholesterol, digestive issues, severe fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, varicose veins, and physical pain in my hips (osteo-arthritis, bursitis), shoulders, and Iliotibial (IT) Band (Syndrome).  My hip pain was so bad that it hurt to walk (forget running, which previously was my main go-to exercise), and the IT band pain made it painful to drive or sit for long periods.  It even hurt to sleep (on either side).  I could no longer walk the ¼ mile in to work, I had to ride a shuttle.  I couldn’t engage with my kids in the type of physical activities and exercises that we wanted and needed to do.  I could feel my body telling me that I was going to be extremely sick in an irreversible way if I didn’t take some type of corrective action soon.
I was on pharmaceutical medications for all of these conditions for 5 years.  Over the years, I had physical therapy, chiropractic, mental health counseling, compression stockings, and have tried every fad diet, miracle “health” program, calorie counting, and intensive exercise programs. 
Within the first THREE WEEKS (6 sessions) of acupuncture therapy, I noticed a profound difference.  My physical pain was GONE, in my hips, shoulders, and IT band.  I no longer had to take the work shuttle, because I could walk without pain, so I began walking 30-120 minutes every day.  In just 3 weeks, my bloodwork also began to show marked improvement.  We started focusing on internal conditions, and over the next 6 months, my migraines disappeared, my digestive issues resolved, and I was able to discontinue all prescription medications. 
With Anjelika’s dietary and lifestyle changes, I lost over 40 pounds in 5 months (and still continue to lose).  Chinese herbs are helping my body’s systems do what they are designed to do.  Naturally.  Not only am I off all prescription medication, but my bloodwork PROVES that this is working. 

• My blood sugar is at NON-DIABETIC levels. 
• My cholesterol is down into a normal range. My triglycerides are down 158 points. 
• My thyroid is at an all-time low and normal level. 
• My mood has stabilized with no “hard to explain” emotional outbursts. 
• Where previously I had extreme fatigue and my legs were tired from one trip up the stairs, after my ¼ mile walk to work, I can now run up 3 flights of stairs without even being winded. 
• The varicose and spider veins in my legs have improved. 
• I started some meditations and my mind has calmed down.
• I feel lighter.  Not just physically 40 pounds lighter, but mentally and spiritually lighter, like a heavy burden has been lifted. 

I feel good. 
I feel amazing and plan to continue feeling amazing because of acupuncture and Anjelika.  

Kari A., Honolulu
​Military Veteran

I have been on so many different medications for about the last 25 years.   Every time I had a new ailment, I was prescribed another medication or two to address it.  I was up to 22 pills a day and just accepted it as something I would have to continue for the rest of my life.  I had given up hope on a long and healthy life.
Of course I had heard about acupuncture before but had no idea of how much healing could come from it.  It has been a medical miracle for me!  I have only been seeing Anjelika for less than a year but the healing has been incredible.  Through Anjelika and acupuncture, I have been healed of high blood pressure and high cholesterol. (of which I was taking 3 prescribed meds for each).  I was also able to wean off of my hormone replacement, allergy and anxiety meds.   What’s remarkable is that after the issues were addressed, they never returned again.  I was healed!!  
I know all practitioners are not the same.  I think Anjelika is quite special.  She has been nothing but professional, smart, wise and caring.  It truly feels like she cares about you and is passionate about helping you get better no matter what the issue.  That alone gives you hope knowing that someone is on your side and is dedicated to help you improve your health.  I don’t quite understand how Chinese medicine, herbs,  and acupuncture work but I can tell you they have definitely changed my life.  I encourage everyone to try it and see if it’s for you.  And if you do, please go to Anjelika.  She’s quite amazing!
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Very respectfully,
Cathy T.

Prior to receiving acupuncture treatments, I was experiencing intense migraines typically three
weeks out of the month and lasting three to four days out of that week. The migraines I was
experiencing were so intense in pain that they would cause me to vomit and then they would
begin to subside. My initial treatment was a regiment of prescription medicines and various
injections that would sometimes remedy my migraine at the time but also cause me to fall asleep
but the longevity and overall damage that was being done to my body I'm sure it was far worse
than the temporary and partial relief I was getting from my migraine attacks.

When I began my acupuncture treatment with Anjelika, the process of healing was gradual but definitely noticeable. I was able to eventually come off of all of the prescription medication that I would have been taking. As of now I am 100% medication free and headache free. I have not had any debilitating migraines for over 6 months now.
​Acupuncture has also improved my emotional state because I am able to engage in many activities without a traumatic reaction to them. Like going to the gym and grocery shopping isn't an anxious chore anymore. Before acupuncture treatments, I would have social anxiety, and be easily angered by situations. I have noticed a huge increase in my response to certain situations where as before I would have an extreme fight or flight response where now that has been greatly reduced through my ongoing treatments.
Anjelika has been very thorough in explaining the process and how everything is related and what the outcome of each treatment will begin to improve upon in my life. I still have work to do on other chronic pain stuff but with all of my success through acupuncture and herbal supplements I am very optimistic and very grateful for the treatment I have received. I look forward to my continued success.

​JA
Honolulu, HI​

I came to Anjelika for help with stress and anxiety, and body/muscle pain. My allergies and sinuses were acting up as well, and my blood pressure was borderline high. Anjelika began treating me for these issues with wonderful results.

With her expertise, blood pressure came down, my stress/anxiety calmed and abated, allergies/sinuses cleared, and the body/muscle pain improved significantly. Anytime I mentioned a symptom, she would work on it, along with long term body strengthening protocols. Anjelika is a gifted and talented acupuncturist AND herbalist. I just can't say enough about how wonderful I think she is! 

 Thank you Anjelika for all your help! A. K.

For several years, I have been dealing with constant lower back pain and numbness in my left leg. I have consulted with other holistic health practitioners and experienced several methods of therapy (physical therapy, hydrotherapy, chiropractic, massage) to treat my injuries to no avail.
For the past year, the pain has affected my schooling and myself as a person in social settings. Being open minded to treatments has helped guide me to acupuncture, and I must say, my pain and depression began lifting within the first 5 treatments.
Anjelika pairs natural herbal remedies that help with the treatment, which is better than pharmaceuticals in my mind.
I have gone through 20+ treatments now and haven't felt this good in 8+ years.
A few needles throughout the week has saved me from spinal surgery.

BD
Honolulu, HI