At her private practice in the College Park, Maryland / Washington D.C. area, Kathy uses both the "Five Element" and "Eight Principle" traditions of acupuncture. She believes the body has the innate ability to naturally heal, and that symptoms are a gift, a message to inform oneself, of an imbalance in the body that requires attention. At A Greater Well Being, these messages are evaluated and explored to uncover the potential imbalances, assist the body in restoring balance, and ultimately alleviating discomfort. Wellness is achieved by addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual well being. All three aspects, in balance, are needed to realize the full vitality of life. The 5000 year-old tradition of Chinese Medicine is currently used in nearly 40% of the world’s population and continually expanding.