 Qigong for Health Qigong (pronounced "chee gung") is a self-healing practice that enhances and balances the body's flow of qi. Qi is vital life energy, the universal animating force that flows through nature and all living things. As part of our commitment to community health, OCOM offers public qigong classes throughout the year. Our next scheduled class is Jade Woman Qigong, March 5 and 12, 9:00 AM - 12:45 PM. This flowing form especially addresses the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of women. It opens the heart center, balances emotions and cleanses the energy channels. READ THE FULL ARTICLE |
Healing Soup
 Spring is considered the season of germination: available sunlight slowly warms us each day, animals wake from hibernation and young buds rise from their dormant state.
Right now, in Portland, Oregon, spring still seems far away. In such a cold, damp climate zone, it is even more important to strengthen our body's immunity with proper diet. If you suffer from cold hands and feet, Dang Gui Fresh Ginger Lamb Soup, may be perfect for you. FIND THE RECIPE AND READ THE FULL ARTICLE |
Integrating Psychology and Chinese Medicine
 With training and licenses in both clinical psychology and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Stephen Saeks, PhD, LAc brings a unique and integrated set of skills to his work. His practice provides traditional Western clinical psychological services such as individual, couples, and group psychotherapy, TCM services such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, and bodywork, and an integration of the two where he can provide modified acupuncture treatments into a psychotherapy process.
Saeks currently operates his own practice in Beaverton, Oregon, specializing in issues related to mental and emotional functioning, as well as sports medicine, physical and emotional trauma, and women's health.
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