Jacqueline Dibble graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) with a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. NESA is part of Massachusetts Pharmacy and Dental University (MCPHS) and was the first acupuncture degree program in the US. She is licensed by the Connecticut Acupuncture Licensing Board through the Department of Public Health and is a member of Connecticut Society of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. While at NESA, Jacqueline was selected to share her research in a poster presentation titled, “The Experience of Acupuncture in Patients’ with Chronic Pain” at the prestigious international conference hosted by the Korean Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM) and the Society for Acupuncture Research (SAR).

Jacqueline’s expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine combines several styles and approaches of acupuncture, including the gentler Japanese style and even non-insertive needle techniques for patients who are needle sensitive. As part of a comprehensive approach, she often combines herbal medicine, diet, exercise and lifestyle measures. Jacquelin uses this integrative mindset particularly in treating such issues as fibromyalgia, connective tissue disorders, digestive disorders, neurologic issues, headaches, insomnia, anxiety, and depression.

Jacqueline is a graduate of Fitchburg State University where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Science and Nursing. She practiced as an RN in the fields of Critical Care and Home-Based Advanced Practice Care, while also working as an educator and clinical instructor. As an RN, Jacqueline maintained her status as Certified Holistic Nurse for over 10 years.

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John Freitas is a licensed acupuncturist by the Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine. He graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) with a master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM) in 2001.

John has enjoyed honing and deepening his practice over the years in a spectrum of clinical settings including private and community acupuncture clinics and public health centers. He believes having worked with such a wide array of people across the age spectrum and with widely diverse backgrounds and presentations has trained him to readily tailor effective treatment for all.

From his personal experience receiving acupuncture and incorporating its guiding principles in daily living he appreciates the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine to achieve strong, healthy personal growth and navigate life’s challenges.

John has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition from Cornell University and completed a dietetic internship at the University of California San Francisco Medical Center.

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Matt started the practice that would eventually grow into Connecticut Family Acupuncture in a one-room office in West Hartford in August 2007. A native of Connecticut, Matt’s acupuncture education spanned four academic years and over 3,000 hours (including over 1,000 hours of clinical training). He completed an internship in Chengdu, China where he studied with some of China’s best traditional doctors in a busy, mainstream, modern hospital that incorporated both traditional Chinese and Western medicine.

Although TCM is over 3,000 years old, Matt believes it is an ever-evolving field and enjoys staying current on all the latest developments and research. While many practitioners adhere strictly to a certain style of TCM, Matt employs a number of different modalities and schools of thought in his treatments. Each treatment is uniquely tailored to promote each patient’s healing.

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Hello! I’m Tam, a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist with a passion for guiding people towards holistic well-being through natural medicine.

My journey to acupuncture wasn’t linear. As a pre-med student and later an EMT, I witnessed the limitations of conventional medicine firsthand. This sparked my curiosity about Eastern medicine, ultimately leading me to the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA), where I earned my Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAOM), specializing in pain management and mental health.

Combining my Western background with the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine allows me to offer a unique perspective on healthcare. I understand the body’s complex systems and believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

In my treatment protocols I create personalized treatment plans that address your specific needs, be it pain, anxiety, stress, or other concerns. My approach blends:

• Effective acupuncture techniques: From traditional needle insertion to trigger point therapy and cupping, I utilize various tools to manage pain effectively.

• Mindfulness and stress management: Recognizing the mind-body connection, I incorporate these practices alongside acupuncture to support emotional well-being.

• A holistic approach: I consider your physical, emotional, and energetic aspects to achieve lasting results and empower you to take charge of your health.

I’m passionate about:

• Helping individuals rediscover their inner balance and achieve optimal health.

• Providing a compassionate and supportive space for healing and growth.

• Bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medicine for comprehensive care.

Ready to experience the difference acupuncture can make?

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Tina Nicastro, MAOM, L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and board certified herbalist specializing in holistic fertility and hormonal health. She’s the author of Conceive: A Heroine’s Journey to Awaken Natural Fertility. This book outlines her holistic fertility approach, designed to deeply support women along their journey to motherhood. She uses elements of this program in the acupuncture clinic, and dives into them more fully in her 1:1 holistic fertility coaching offerings.

Tina earned her master’s degree from New England School of Acupuncture in 2014 – logging over 3000 hours of clinically focused training – and she’s since immersed herself in post-grad studies for herbal medicine, advanced acupuncture techniques, and women’s health.

These include:

-Six consecutive years in the Graduate Mentorship Program with renowned women’s health herbalist, Sharon Weizenbaum

-Advanced studies in distal acupuncture with Si Yuan Balance Method, the long-time mentees of the late master acupuncturist, Dr. Richard Tan

-Certification and ongoing mentorship in Five Element Functional Endocrinology and Reproductive Medicine, a trailblazing treatment method synergizing the wisdom of Chinese medicine with modern nutritional supplementation and mind-body healing techniques.

Tina is preparing to sit for the ABORM fellowship exam: American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine is the national gold standard for reproductive acupuncture + its integration with modern biomedicine. And within the next couple years, she plans to complete her doctoral studies at PCOM (Pacific College of Oriental Medicine).

Tina’s always been a nurturer, a mother hen, a teacher. She earned her undergraduate + first graduate degree in theater/dance and secondary English education, which led to her first career as a high school English teacher and drama director. Her deepest fulfillment as a teacher was supporting young people as they explored and expressed who they were and how they envisioned their lives. During this time, however, Tina suffered massive burnout. She’d achieved quite a bit outwardly, but her physical and mental health plummeted. It was a wake-up call which led her to embark on a healing journey. Along the way, she developed a deep appreciation for natural medicine, nutrition, and self-cultivation practices.

Tina eventually left her teaching career in search of a more fully aligned life, and “by chance” landed an office manager job in a fertility acupuncture clinic. Every day at work, she’d witness patients’ amazing results and hear their stories: “I tried everything. Nothing worked. Until I found acupuncture.”

It was this experience that helped Tina see her future was in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. While at NESA, she discovered her passion for all things women’s health, nourished and healed her own menstrual irregularities, and was pregnant with her first child by graduation!

Tina’s mission is to help women live pain free, in flow, and in alignment with their natural cycles. She believes our bodies are infinitely wise and carry within them the power to heal. Whether a woman is trying to start a family, birth something new in her life, or transitioning into menopause, vibrant feminine wellbeing, regulated nervous systems, and balanced hormones provide the foundation for a fully expressed life.

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