https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/home daily 1.0 2025-11-10 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/about daily 0.75 2021-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1633653808304-09BERMT79EGLVXPZU8BA/Heidi.jpg Heidi Shimko - Heidi Shimko Heidi Shimko, L.Ac., MSTOM, Dipl. O.M., has been an acupuncturist since 2010. She graduated cum laude from Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago with a M.S. in Oriental Medicine and a B.S. in Nutrition. She is a fully-licensed acupuncturist in the State of Illinois and is certified as a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Heidi is a National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA)-certified Acupuncture Detox Specialist, and was able to use this training while supervising the NADA clinic at Midwest College. Heidi is also trained in Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture. She began her journey into this field with an introduction to Reiki training which quickly led her to become a Reiki Master. Heidi enjoys helping her clients wherever they may be on their journey towards health. The story of what has lead a person to work with her is just as important as their medical history. Understanding both the client's current state of health and where they want to be helps her frame each session. She enjoys a good puzzle and traditional Chinese medicine and the natural healing powers of the body tend to lend to the best puzzle solving you can imagine! Heidi specializes in digestive disorders as well as complicated syndromes such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome and autoimmune disorders. She enjoys working with psycho-emotional issues such as stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia, post traumatic stress disorder as well as just feeling out of sorts with ourselves. She has enjoyed her training in Esoteric Acupuncture and what those possibilities have opened up in her sessions with clients. She enjoys helping people that know there is something or somewhere they are headed but my not know how to get there. Individuals that want some help and support as they find their way through life’s curveballs find her approach supportive and grounding. Those new to this type of work or those that have been dabbling their whole lives find that acupuncture supports them along their way. Witnessing the journey and the wisdom of those Heidi comes into contact with make her job rewarding. From newbies that are just discovering alternatives to the standard methods of care to those intrigued by what acupuncture or reiki can offer, Heidi finds that she can talk for days about all that these modalities and more can lend to your well being. If you have any questions she hopes you will contact the clinic or book a consultation to see if she is the right fit to help you on your journey. https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/about-olive-blossom daily 0.75 2021-11-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/e540a2d6-211e-4c03-9f66-2c66348977fb/Olive-Blossom-Acupuncture-treatment.jpg Olive Blossom Acupuncture https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/6fb8fd6d-3d54-4efe-bd30-b8c295dc6afa/Olive-Blossom-Acupuncture.jpg Olive Blossom Acupuncture - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/acupuncture daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1633998061536-9I4SYLCGL7KVEKDV2AM6/Olive-Blossom-Acupuncture.jpg Acupuncture - Acupuncture Acupuncture consists of inserting very fine, sterile, stainless steel needles into specific acupuncture points on the body. An individualized treatment for your ailment will be applied to your body after an intake is done and the provider is able to discern the best course of action to help you find relief. Initial Visit: 60-90 minutes; $150 Follow-up Visit: 30-60 minutes; $95 **Discount available for students, seniors, police, fire, and military.** https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/facial-acupuncture daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1633998687641-XA1848JWOZO7JL1Y0YO3/Olive+Blossom-facial-acupuncture.png Facial Acupuncture - Facial Acupuncture A safe, natural way to rejuvenate your skin and bring it back to life with a youthful glow! Reduce signs of aging including fine wrinkles, sagging jowls, discoloration/age spots, droopy eyes, and dark circles. You'll have enhanced skin tone, and softer, more vibrant skin. This particular treatment is unique in that for best results, you will have two treatments per week for five consecutive weeks (total of 10 sessions). Facial Acupuncture is also know as Mei Zen Acupuncture. Each session lasts 30-60 minutes and is $150. You can also purchase all 10 sessions up front at a discounted rate. https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/esoteric-acupuncture daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1633999436820-B4J2L9YUDEQIC6EICCWD/Olive+Blossom-Esoteric+Acupuncture.png Esoteric Acupuncture - Esoteric Acupuncture Esoteric acupuncture is not about healing an illness or repairing an injury. It's a theory that acupuncture should be used to help us progress on our soul's evolution. It's about getting beyond our past selves and the experiences in our lives that hinder us from being our best selves. It's for those who are not only curious, but also physically well but exhausted, dealing with loss, significant life changes, or other milestones that are weighing them down. In essence, this method helps us move forward and make choices for ourselves out of a place of empowered love and not fear. Created by Mikio Sanki, Esoteric acupuncture stems from merging world views and ancient teachings into distinct acupuncture patterns. When done in the proper order for the right issue, it can help remove what is holding us back, what isn't ours anymore, while empowering us to move forward with renewed promise for our future. Throughout his career, Sanki taught nearly 400 people how to perform Esoteric Acupuncture before retiring in 2020. Heidi's training has enabled her to follow in his footsteps to take you on a journey towards your best possible self. https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/nada-ear-acupuncture daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634256292690-RWZX44BT5X7B1E9IHJ1H/Olive+Blossom-ear-acupuncture-Treatments.png Nada (Ear) Acupuncture - Nada (Ear) Acupuncture In this treatment, I'll apply up to five sterilized, stainless steel needles just under the skin at designated points in each ear. Beneficial for addictions, mental health, and disaster & emotional trauma. The NADA protocol is also commonly referred to as: acudetox, acupuncture detoxification, five point ear acupuncture protocol, five point protocol, 5NP. 30-60 minute session; $50 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/reiki daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634256847390-JEDSRTL42LU68VAM4RPN/Olive+Blossom-Acupuncture-Reiki-Treatments.png Reiki - Reiki Energy work addresses energetic imbalances with the body and spirit. Thought forms, belief systems, traumatic experiences, and formative life events can all get stuck in a person's energetic field, leading to health and emotional issues. Clearing these blockages can help you break free of the repeating cycles of fear, trauma, and negative belief systems. As a Reiki Master, I can activate the natural healing processes of your body and restore physical and emotional well being. 30 minute session: $80 60 minute session: $125 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/cupping daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634257165461-O8YE7O0LNE4PI29G4TSL/Olive+Blossom-Acupuncture-Cupping-Treatments.png Cupping - Cupping Cupping is a treatment modality used to help break up obstructions in the body’s energy channels. Glass or plastic cups are used to create a vacuum seal on the skin to promote the movement of blood in the area. One way to think about cupping is that it is the inverse of massage. Rather than applying pressure to muscles, the suction uses pressure to pull skin, tissue and muscles upward. Cupping can often leave bruise-like marks that may last for a few days after the treatment. New patient first visit is: $75 Follow-up sessions30-45 minute session; $50 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/gua-sha daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634257433689-VX06IZXIUTA5VKHEZ7YY/Olive+Blossom-Acupuncture-Gua+Sha-Treatments.png Gua Sha - Gua Sha Gua Sha involves scraping (“gua”) across the skin with an instrument in order to bring up raised, red marks (“sha”). Gua Sha tools are made from a variety of materials, from the more traditional buffalo horn to the more modern porcelain. Gua Sha is frequently used to treat neck and shoulder stiffness and headaches, but it can be used in other places as well. The color of the “sha” will vary from pink to blackish purple. Like cupping, the marks can last up to a few days, but generally fade quickly. New patient first session: $75 30-45 minute session: $50 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/moxibustion daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634257969375-ZLT4UC5IBKBEYRDYCOFZ/Olive+Blossom-acupuncture-Moxibustion-Treatments.png Moxibustion - Moxibustion Moxibustion consists of burning moxa, an herb derived from mugwort leaves, on or near the skin. When done on the skin, a salve is used between the moxa and the skin to prevent burns. Moxibustion is effective at warming and moving blockages and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including muscle aches, pains and menstrual cramps. NOTE: I may choose to add this technique to your acupuncture treatment as a complimentary service. 30 minute session; $50 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/faqs daily 0.75 2025-11-10 https://www.oliveblossomacupuncture.com/lgtbqia daily 0.75 2021-10-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/615f819ef67e7141e024c007/1634267144021-QT21FRZ3FZ50QSDU5A9R/Olive-Blossom-Acupuncture-LGTBQIA.png LGTBQIA - LGTBQIA Our team is committed to providing affirming healthcare and believe in building collaborative healing spaces. We strive to respect the relationships we build and the care we provide for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, and intersex patients. Olive Blossom’s goal is to help everyone on their journey. Our clinical practice incorporates various perspectives to aid folks through recovery in surgery, hormone therapy, emotional balance and support, and much more. Specifically For Our Gender-Diverse Clients: There are times when the information you may be asked to provide on a form makes you uncomfortable or dysphoric. Part of the problem, such as gender markers, are from a standardized form from Unified Practice. We have been actively trying to get them to revise this option to allow for a more inclusive form process. Other information that may be uncomfortable or dysphoric is not collected this for public use but to ensure you are receiving the appropriate treatment for the conditions you came in for and treating it based upon your physical body. If you prefer, you can leave the information blank on the form and discuss your concerns in private with the practitioner during your initial session; they will be sympathetic, accepting, and understanding. 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