Melissa P Hicks, L.Ac.

After the birth of my second child, I suffered from low back pain. The pain was a constant discomfort and caused me to have trouble sleeping and difficulty lifting anything, from my kids to the groceries. The pain persisted for about a year then I finally decided to try acupuncture.
I started seeing Melissa and she developed a treatment plan which completely alleviated my pain. Although I had always enjoyed the relaxing effects of acupuncture, achieving this type of relief after being uncomfortable for so long really changed my day to day life.
Equally as significant, Melissa has become the person who I can discuss any health issue with, from hormones, to digestive problems, to supplements, to diet and exercise (even more so than my primary doctor).

Melissa is very professional and is very knowledgeable in her skill as an acupuncturist. she took the time to ask me comprehensive questions and listen to me. She seemed present and not rushed. She is easy to talk to and is obviously committed to healing & wellness. She provides holistic care and has excellent bedside manners. I always feel at ease walking into her practice and extremely relaxed when leaving. She’s really helped me a lot with my leg and lower back pain. I had great sessions and I am really looking forward to going back. I strongly recommend her services!

Melissa is a really well trained professional acupuncturist and herbalist. She is very sweet and genuinely cares about who she is treating, this is obvious in every step of her process. She is very astute when conducting the initial intake interview, I can’t recall having ever been listened to by a health care professional in this thoughtful manner. Her questions got me thinking about aspects of my health that I had never addressed. The session itself was very relaxing, I felt calm and that she was in control at all times, the benefits of the session lasted for many days, I even slept better that evening. If you are skeptical about eastern medicine but dissatisfied with the west, Melissa is a great bridge to healing and better living.

I’ve been to several different acupuncturists over the last 4 years and was never completely sold. I am a firm believer in eastern medicine for preventative health, but I had just never had much success with acupuncture.
About a year ago, I found Melissa and I honestly can’t speak highly enough about her and her practice. Every time I go in a for a session, she hones in on exactly what I need to address. This type of work is very intimate and in-​depth, and Melissa’s calming and natural manner always sets me at ease. I also really, really dislike needles, however Melissa’s gentle and knowledgeable bedside manner immediately dispels any discomfort I feel.
Each time I’m on the table, I fall into a very deep and peaceful state, and I leave feeling completely grounded and calm. We’ve worked on menstrual pain, chronic injury, fatigue, cold/​flus, digestive issues and general immunity. In each area, Melissa has used her expertise and intuition to remedy whatever ails me. I’m completely impressed with her knowledge of the body and her passion for healing. I have referred several of my friends to her, and they all give her glowing reviews.
So glad I found Melissa! Best part of my week is leaving her clinic feeling physically and mentally refreshed.

I have been seeing Melissa for about five months now and she has truly changed my life and blown my mind with her knowledge of whats happening internally.
I have felt with her careful assessment in the beginning of each session her treatment is always on point (pun intended). My hormones have become much more managable and my vitality has expanded. On a whole I feel as if my energy flows through me with ease and has provided me with a well balanced attitude towards life and all it offers me!
I could not imagine not seeing Melissa on the regular besides being beautiful, gentle, and kind she is GREAT at what she does!