“Zoe helped me through the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments.”
“I started seeing Zoe after many years of trying to get and stay pregnant. I was very skeptical that acupuncture could make a difference; I had done all of the things the doctors prescribed and nothing had worked. Zoe immediately put me at ease, helped me through the emotional rollercoaster of fertility treatments, and made me feel less isolated. She always carefully explained the treatments, describing points as she needled, giving me things to work on between sessions, and took a holistic view of my health, treating non-pregnancy symptoms as they arose. I got pregnant within a few months of being treated, continued to see Zoe throughout my pregnancies, and now have two healthy children. Zoe was an essential part of my parenting journey and I will forever be grateful for her treatments and friendship.”
V. E.
“I can now do Zumba and other exercise like I used to, and feel so much more energetic!”
“Zoe Culbertson is an incredible healer. I have suffered from back, hip, and SI joint problems for three years following a bad fall. I’ve done everything from PT to ablations and seen many specialists. I was dubious about acupuncture but decided to try it. Luckily, I found Zoe. Her treatments are gentle and provide me with incredible relief. I am now about 80% better than I was before I started treatments with her three months ago. I can now do Zumba and other exercise like I used to, and feel so much more energetic. I am deeply grateful to Zoe for helping bring me back to health, and returning me to my old self!”
S.S.
“Fertility, post-partum, or treating anxiety.”
“Nothing prepares you for motherhood. Nothing. Needless to say I was surprised at the anxiety and sometimes random sadness I was afflicted with after having my first baby. I didn't want to go on medication so thankfully I found Zoe. Not only is Zoe understanding, experienced, and kind, she has an exuding calm-energy that permeates you while being treated. I felt very at ease when talking to Zoe about my issues because 1. she is also a mother and 2. she is so experienced at treating patients like myself. After a few sessions I felt better in ways I can't explain.
I know that acupuncture helped alleviate some of my stress and anxiety. I also saw Zoe when trying to get pregnant with my second child. I can't prove that acupuncture helped but I know I got pregnant within four months of seeing her. I highly recommend Zoe for fertility, post-partum, or treating anxiety.”
L.T.
“Able to keep me from a lifetime of medication.”
“I was supposed to go on thyroid medication for the rest of my life, but my symptoms didn't fit perfectly into the western medicine model. Zoe seemed to understand what I was going through perfectly and was able to connect the physical and emotional aspects of my illness. A year after going to Zoe for acupuncture, my endocrinologist said as long as I continued to test my thyroid yearly, I did not need to see her anymore. She said she had never seen someone recover like that without pharmaceuticals.
I'm forever grateful that Zoe was able to keep me from a lifetime of medication. Periodic visits to her practice have helped me keep balanced and healthy (mentally, emotionally, and physically) for years. I cannot recommend her enough.”
A.H.
“I could get back to feeling like myself”
“The acupuncture I received from Zoe significantly reduced my symptoms so I could get back to feeling like myself. Her approach was warm and low key and I was able to relax immediately I would definitely go back to her.”
F.E.
“Pain free!”
“I don’t think that I can ever thank Zoe enough for what she has done for me! I had a triple fusion and seven level laminectomy on my neck approximately two years ago. The initial pain from the surgery subsided, but then there was a lot of muscle spasm and pain remaining. It was constant!
The acupuncture helped enormously, it did not happen all at once, but the pain and spasm was on a steady decline. At the current time I am pain free. I am currently on a maintenance schedule of every 3-4 weeks, and I feel GREAT, NO PAIN!”
M.H.
“The greatest impact on my overall energy and resiliency.”
“Having chronic lyme disease, food allergies and circulatory problems for nearly 15 years , I’ve struggled to find physical and emotional balance. After trying a wide spectrum of alternative medicine approaches, Zoe’s use of Zen shiatsu, Moxa, and TCM dietary advice has had the greatest impact on my overall energy and resiliency. After the first session I noticed my circulation had improved and I felt less sluggish. She is mindful and clearly communicates her process and what I can do between sessions to maintain my health.”
P.D.
“Compassion, intuition, and skill.”
“If you are on a path of deep healing — either for the heart or for illness — I can most heartily recommend working with Zoe. She is a practitioner with rare gifts. After several sessions with her, my body has opened and released in new ways. With delicacy and care, she is fearless in going where the stuck places are. Session by session, Zoe let my body feel her compassion, intuition, and skill. Over time, my inner body began to move and stretch and dance in the places where she was nudging it to let go. To my mind, Zoe is a Boston area treasure.”
R.B.
“I get sick very rarely now.”
“I first started going to Zoe for acupuncture nearly three years ago. I was curious to see if acupuncture would help strengthen my immune system. I work with children and get sick a lot. After my first treatment I didn't get sick for several months which was a big deal since I was getting sick so often. I decided it would be beneficial to go to Zoe for acupuncture on a more regular basis. My immune system seems to have strengthened with Zoe's help. I get sick very rarely now. Zoe has also helped me with a back injury, as well as rotator cuff tendonitis.
Zoe is a great listener and really cares about her patients and what they need at each visit. I ask her lots of questions about acupuncture and how it works and she's always answered my questions very thoroughly. I also enjoy the guided meditations she gives to help with relaxation.
I have recommended Zoe many times over the last three years and will continue to recommend her.”
J.K.
“She has made a powerful and positive difference in my life.”
“I have worked with Zoe Culbertson for over four years. She has made a powerful and positive difference in my life. Her work is effective and uplifting. I highly recommend Seaside Family Acupuncture, check it out you'll be glad you did.”
P.B.
“Took the time necessary to listen to my needs and to develop a plan.”
“Zoe is wonderful! I was fairly new to acupuncture when we first became acquainted and was seeking relief from Lyme related symptoms, including joint pain, lethargy, heart palpitations and brain fog. From the beginning Zoe took the time necessary to listen to my needs and to develop a plan that would help. I trust her skills with full confidence when I am on her table. Because of Zoe, acupuncture has become a regular part of my wellness routine for managing Lyme disease. I am thankful to Zoe and her practice for helping me to maintain a higher quality of health and have highly recommended her to friends and family.”
J.P.
“Relaxed and rejuvenated my mind, body, and spirit felt.”
“Zoe first introduced me to Shiatsu about two and a half years ago, and I remember the initial surprise I felt after the first several meetings. It was not only how relaxed and rejuvenated my mind, body, and spirit felt, but also how long the relaxation lingered afterwards. The positive effects after a session (and conversation!) with Zoe influence the rest of my week!”
B.A.
“Her attention to detail, care and recommendations outside of acupuncture (ex. tips to de-stress, diet and supplements) was simply unmatched.”
“I suffer from chronic migraines and saw Zoe for regular treatments. Her attention to detail, care and recommendations outside of acupuncture (ex. tips to de-stress, diet and supplements) was simply unmatched.
She helped my health condition and improved my overall energy and stress levels. I recommend Zoe and her treatment to anyone who has an ailment or simply needs to take time out of their busy day to take a deep breath.
Her acupuncture treatment will help with health, mood, energy, and balance!”
B.M.
“She really cares for her clients.”
“I have been treated by Zoe for over two years. My tendonitis in my elbows is completely gone my sciatica has improved greatly and I’ve been able to cut back on my allergy medicine for my sinuses.
Plus she is a pleasure to visit with, I get the feeling that she really cares for her clients.”
G.S.
“I sleep and eat better, and my temperament is noticeably balanced and at ease.”
“Zoe is a skilled and sensitive diagnostician, which allows her to meet her clients right where they are. The work is holistic; it’s not just about massaging the kinks and soreness away – although that is certainly a byproduct – but she also addresses the issues at their roots, inviting a gradual opening of those areas. Measurably, after three months of working with Zoe, I sleep and eat better, and my temperament is noticeably balanced and at ease. Zoe holds a deep focus and connection as she practices and invests herself wholly in each session. I feel safe and trusting in her hands. Working with Zoe, I have observed an overall unlocking of myself. Defenses that are no longer so necessary are beginning to dissolve. I am finding it easier, more natural to be kind and gentle toward myself and others. Just the other day after a session, I found that I saw Boston, the city in which I grew up, through fresh eyes.
I do believe that anyone could stand to benefit from this practice, and I encourage folks to try. It seems, to me, a step toward happier, healthier living.”
S.E.
“Whole experience of body/mind/soul support.”
“Zoe’s warm and relaxed energy made the initial consultation easy and comfortable, and from the moment the session began I could feel there was powerful work happening. She tuned in and listened to my body to pick up patterns of distress and areas in need of attention and healing, creating a stress-releasing experience of revivification and body awareness. A Shiatsu session with Zoe is a full and whole experience of body/mind/soul support and one I am grateful for!”
M.M.
“I found immediate relief and help in the healing process with my paralysis.”
“I started acupuncture after suffering from total paralysis Bell's Palsy even though I have a fear of needles. One of my otolaryngologist's suggestions was acupuncture. My fears subsided and found immediate relief and help in the healing process with my paralysis.
While being treated for Bell's Palsy I found out I had several pinched nerves and bulging discs in my neck. My Neurosurgeon also suggested acupuncture along with physical therapy. So I began treatment on my neck as well. The relief I get from acupuncture brings down inflammation almost instantaneously. Which in turn lessens my tension headaches, an extra bonus!
Zoe gives personal care each visit. Her meditation after each needle application puts me in such a relaxed state that the times, I've had my Fitbit on it has shown my resting heart rate drops down to the 50s. I've actually fallen asleep a couple of times being so relaxed and calm during my visit. Where normally my mind races when I lie in bed, Zoe's meditation slows everything down and I fully relax.
I have to say I am truly thankful for what acupuncture has done for my medical issues and the personal attention Zoe has given me weekly. I don't know where I would be without my acupuncture maintenance.
T.M.
“Zoe is a consummate professional and a joy to be around.”
“I have been seeing Zoe for Shiatsu massage on a weekly basis for the better part of a decade. There is no better way to unwind after a stressful day of work than a session with Zoe. Over the years she has helped me work through various physical ailments, from a chronically sore lower back to tight neck and shoulder muscles. I find Shiatsu far more effective than deep tissue massage at releasing muscle tension, not to mention a more pleasurable experience. Zoe is a consummate professional and a joy to be around. I cannot recommend her services highly enough!”
S.L.