🌿 Comprehensive range of treatments: Dr. Maryna offers a full spectrum of acupuncture modalities — including electro-stimulation, cupping, bodywork, and herbal therapy. Specialties include pain management, mental health support, sports injury recovery, menopause treatment and athletic performance enhancement.
🌿 Trauma-informed approach: Prolonged stress and trauma can manifest in various ways, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, panic disorder, PTSD, OCD and physical pain. Dr. Maryna is trained to approach trauma treatment with sensitivity and compassion.
🌿 Holistic approach to healing: Dr. Maryna takes a holistic approach to healing, focusing on not just the physical symptoms of pain but also the emotional and spiritual aspects, integrating body, mind, and spirit.
🌿 Education and guidance: Patients receive education on how to maintain optimal health, including lifestyle advice, dietary recommendations, and exercises that can help manage pain and improve overall well-being.
I, Dr. Maryna Smolnikava, offer a unique experience of holistic healthcare. I use the methods of pulse and tongue reading to diagnose, herbal medicine, acupuncture, muscle release therapy, cupping, emotional trauma transformation techniques to release blockages and realign your body. I have a background in western and eastern medicines to provide you with the best results. Having studied native traditions across America, Peru, Bali, India, Hawaii and Russia, I have gained healing wisdom from different parts of the world and created my own unique approach to pain management, trauma recovery and emotional release.
I offer specialized treatment for individuals who have experienced a traumatic event and need help with integrating their mind, body, and spirit.
I work on body, mind, spirit levels to help you realign your energy and reprogram cell memory. My sessions will guide you through a truly deep healing and transformational experience.
Why Choose LightBody Acupuncture?
Acupuncture works by inserting thin, sterile needles into specific points along the body's meridians to stimulate the body's natural healing processes and restore balance to the flow of qi. The exact points used will depend on the patient's symptoms and the acupuncturist's assessment.
How Acupuncture Works:
Why Choose Acupuncture?
Acupuncture:
🌿 releases neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and dopamine, which are involved in regulating mood and emotions. By increasing the levels of these neurotransmitters in the body, acupuncture can help to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
🌿 stimulates the body's immune system by increasing the production of white blood cells and other immune system cells. This can help to improve the body's ability to fight off infections and other illnesses.
🌿 releases endorphins, which are the body's natural painkillers. Endorphins can help to alleviate pain and promote a sense of relaxation and well-being.
🌿 reduces inflammation and swelling, which can contribute to pain and injury. By increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area, acupuncture can help to promote healing and reduce the risk of further injury.
🌿 reduces muscle tension and spasms. By targeting specific points along the body's meridians, acupuncture can help to relax tense muscles and relieve muscle spasms, which can be a common cause of pain and discomfort.
🌿 regulates the production and release of hormones, including estrogen and progesterone. This can be particularly helpful for conditions such as PMS, irregular periods, infertility and menoupause.
Testimonials
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Our sessions with Dr. Maryna began my healing process. I got the diagnosis of arthritis and immediately thought I would have to have hip surgery. I went from barely being able to walk due to extreme pain in my hip to now being back to being able to walk 2-3 miles. And increasing week to week. When I saw Dr. Maryna I could barely walk, I was in so much pain. I am nearly pain free now.
Donna Weintraub,
Psychotherapist, MA
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Maryna has a powerful ability to connect deeply with source which guides her into a journey of healing with her patients. I have throughout my own healing journey, surrounded myself with skilled practitioners, and find her approach to be one of a fully integrated shamanic medical practitioner. Every time we work together I have breakthrough experiences and feel deeply nourished by her presence, care, ability to address core issues and excellent bedside manner.
Whitney Crouse,
Co-Founder at Bobby Jones Links, GA
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Dr. Maryna is an exceptional pain and injury specialist. Dr. Maryna doesn't just focus on the pain itself, but also on the root cause of the pain. She understands that physical pain is often connected to emotional and spiritual issues. Her treatments have helped me not only with pain, but also with digestive issues.
I have personally gone to her when I experienced an injury and I can attest that her treatments have been immensely helpful in my recovery process.
J Shoop,
Author/Mentor/Coach, CA
SERVICES
Acupuncture can support:
Pain & Musculoskeletal Issues
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Back, neck, and shoulder pain
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Joint pain (knee, hip, elbow, wrist)
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Arthritis & inflammation
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Sciatica & nerve pain
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Sports injuries & post-surgery recovery
Mental Health & Trauma-Informed Care
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Anxiety & depression
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PTSD & trauma support
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Stress management & burnout
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Sleep disturbances & insomnia
Women’s Health & Hormonal Balance
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Fertility support & conception
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Menstrual irregularities & PMS
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Menopause & perimenopause symptoms
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Hormonal imbalance & thyroid support
Headaches & Migraines
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Tension headaches
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Migraines & chronic headaches
Digestive & Gastrointestinal Issues
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IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea
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Acid reflux & heartburn
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General digestive support
Immune & Energy Support
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Fatigue & low energy
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Immune system support
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Post-illness recovery
Other Conditions
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Allergies & sinus issues
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Skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis)
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Smoking cessation & addiction support