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Blog: https://shinesoulbright.com/ Jen Becker Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine. Soho NYC.

Acupuncture Clinic in New York City. Acupuncture is an effective ancient Chinese healing modality that has been used for over 2,000 years. It involves the insertion of very thin, sterilized needles into specific acupuncture points on the body in order to rebalance your qi (or life force), guiding the body towards natural healing, and restoring balance and health to the mind, body, and spirit. Acupuncture is a holistic approach to healing that involves treating the whole person by finding the root cause of a condition in a gentle and compassionate way.

12/19/2025

✨ Tools of the treatment ✨

Facial cups, jade gua sha tools, and my A products, each one chosen with intention and used as part of a thoughtful, whole-body approach to facial care.

In my facial rejuvenation treatments, these tools support the movement of Qi, Blood, and fluids, helping release stagnation, encourage circulation, and bring vitality to the skin. Facial cupping gently lifts and moves the tissue, gua sha helps smooth and sculpt, and the oil protects and nourishes the skin as everything integrates.

✨ What facial cupping does ✨
Facial cupping:
• stimulates blood flow to the tissues and helps stimulate collagen and elastin production
• improves circulation to the skin, stimulating fibroblast cells that produce natural collagen and elastin
• increases fibroblast activity, helping thicken the skin and support repair of thin, slackening skin

✨ What facial gua sha supports ✨
Facial gua sha can:
• helps soften deep wrinkles and sagging
• improves facial discoloration and under-eye puffiness
• gently detoxify the face
• very supportive for rosacea when performed appropriately
• benefits lip lines, crow’s feet, nasolabial folds, and forehead lines

A common question I get:
Do facial cupping or gua sha leave marks?
✨ The answer is no.
When performed gently and correctly as they are in facial treatments these techniques are designed specifically for the delicate tissues of the face and do not leave marks.

✨ EXTREME Aesthetic Facial Cupping Oil ✨
This is the cupping oil I use during facial treatments. It’s a physician-designed formula created to help reduce inflammation and support the body’s antioxidant response, while allowing the cups and gua sha tools to glide smoothly and comfortably over the skin.

It’s made with a proprietary blend of:
• almond, rice bran, sunflower, coconut, and organic camellia oils
• phyto-cannabinoid h**p oil (CBD)
• organic arnica montana flower extract
• essential oils to nourish and restore

In addition to facial cupping and gua sha, it’s also wonderful as an after-sun care oil, for massage, or anytime the skin needs calming, supportive nourishment.

12/18/2025

Facial Gua Sha: the final step ✨

During our facial rejuvenation treatments, I always complete the session with facial gua sha, an intentional closing practice that helps integrate and deepen the work of the treatment.

Performed as the last step, facial gua sha supports:

• healthy circulation and gentle detoxification of the face
• softening of deep wrinkles and areas of sagging
• improvement in facial discoloration and under-eye puffiness
• relaxation of chronic facial and jaw tension

It is especially beneficial for:
• lip lines
• crow’s feet
• nasolabial folds
• forehead lines

I use jade gua sha tools, traditionally associated with jade therapy in Chinese medicine. When jade comes into contact with the body, it is believed to create a steady, calming interaction that supports balance and regulation.

From a Chinese medicine perspective, facial gua sha benefits the Fu organs and channels of the Large Intestine, Stomach, Gallbladder, Small Intestine, Bladder, and Triple Burner, helping harmonize the face with the internal systems of the body.

And as part of every facial treatment, you’ll also receive a gentle gua sha scalp massage and upper trap release, a deeply relaxing way to support the neck, shoulders, and nervous system as everything settles.

A very relaxing (most patients are asleep!) grounding way to end facial rejuvenation,and one of my favorite parts of the process.

✨ Facial Acupuncture & Facial Rejuvenation now available
🔗 Book through the link in bio

12/04/2025

✨ Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture session is customized to your individual constitution, goals, and energetic needs. We always begin by addressing the whole body with acupuncture to balance internal systems, improve circulation, and support the organ networks that influence skin health and aging. By treating underlying imbalances, we restore harmony from within allowing the skin to reflect vitality, clarity, and ease.

Facial acupuncture points are then applied to lift, tone, and stimulate collagen production, softening fine lines and enhancing firmness and radiance. LED light therapy, facial gua sha, and gentle facial cupping further increase blood flow, move lymph, and release facial tension, leaving the complexion brighter, smoother, and more sculpted. The treatment concludes with high-quality Aculift skincare to nourish, hydrate, and seal in glow. ✨

09/26/2025

🍂 Fall Wellness Tips from Chinese Medicine 🍂

In Chinese Medicine, autumn belongs to the Lungs, our breath, our boundary, our connection to both heaven above and earth below. It is the season of release, when nature reminds us that letting go is not loss but renewal. As the trees surrender their leaves, we too are invited to shed what no longer serves, to make space for clarity, inspiration, and inner stillness.

Here are ways to align yourself with the rhythm of fall:

🍁Clear Clutter
Autumn teaches the beauty of release. A mindful sweep of your home—closets, cupboards, workspaces—mirrors the trees outside, dropping what is heavy and unnecessary. In doing so, you lighten your spirit, clear stagnant energy, and create sacred space for new visions to take root.

🍁Nourish with Warm Foods 🍲
As the air chills, the body longs for warmth. Trade raw salads and icy drinks for slow-simmered soups, broths, roasted roots, and fragrant teas. Foods like squash, sweet potato, carrots, brussels sprouts, and cabbage ground and strengthen digestion, while spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom kindle the inner fire. This shift nurtures the Earth element and fortifies immunity, preparing you for the months ahead.

🍁Wear a Scarf
In Chinese medicine, the back of the neck is the Wind Gate. Wind is said to carry “a hundred evils”—the beginnings of colds, coughs, and seasonal illness. Guarding this vulnerable place with something as simple as a scarf protects your Wei Qi, your body’s first line of defense. It is an act of tenderness toward yourself, a small ritual of care before stepping into the crisp autumn air.

🍁Breathe & Meditate
Autumn is the inward season, a time when the spirit is especially accessible. Sit quietly, close your eyes, and follow the tide of your breath—inhale, exhale, release. Even a few minutes each day can calm the mind, strengthen the Lungs, and soften the weight of grief that often stirs in this season. With each breath, let go, and with each letting go, find renewal.

09/08/2025

✨ Ever heard of Mother Warming? ✨

It’s one of the most grounding gifts you can give your healing body in the postpartum journey. 💛

Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Mother Warming is a gentle herbal heat therapy using moxibustion—the warming of mugwort over acupuncture points on the lower back and abdomen. This soothing ritual helps your body naturally recover after birth.

Why it matters:
🌿 Rebuilds vital energy + circulation
🌿 Encourages hormonal balance
🌿 Relieves back pain, uterine cramping + digestive discomfort
🌿 Calms the nervous system
🌿 Supports emotional regulation + deeper rest

At Soho Acupuncture by Jen Becker, we’re so excited to be partnering with to bring this sacred support directly to new moms.

✨ You’ve given so much to your baby. This moment is just for you. ✨

Join the Post Party waitlist to access this offering and more.

09/05/2025

✨Yin Tang✨
The “Hall of Impression,” nestled between your brows, is more than just a pressure point—it’s a portal. In Taoist thought, Yin Tang sits at the gateway between the external world and our inner stillness, where thoughts slow, breath deepens, and spirit (shen) returns home.

In today’s world? It's our go-to for when your nervous system is fried, your jaw is clenched, and your coworker’s on their third round of micro-managing your lunch break. Yin Tang helps quiet the mind, ease anxiety, soften pain (yes, even emotional pain), and lull you into a state of parasympathetic bliss

06/17/2025

🌗 Yin & Yang: The Foundation of Health in Chinese Medicine 🌞🌚

In Chinese Medicine, true health comes from the dynamic balance of yin and yang—two complementary forces that exist in all of nature and within each of us.

✨ Yin is rest, coolness, moisture, stillness, and inward movement.
🔥 Yang is action, warmth, dryness, light, and outward expression.

They are constantly transforming into one another—like night becoming day, or winter giving way to spring. One cannot exist without the other.

When yin and yang are in harmony, we experience flow, vitality, and resilience. When one becomes excessive or deficient—due to stress, climate, lifestyle, or even our constitutional tendencies—imbalance sets in, and symptoms begin to appear.

🔍 At Soho Acupuncture, we assess your yin-yang balance not just in the body, but in your whole life:
— Health history
— Diet & digestion
— Sleep & energy
— Emotional patterns
— Lifestyle & environment

We use tongue and pulse diagnosis to get a clear picture of your internal state, and create personalized treatments using acupuncture, herbs, and lifestyle guidance to bring your system back into alignment.

💫 Because healing isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about restoring balance at the root.

05/21/2025

✨ Acupuncture helps guide you back to your truest self—not by adding anything, but by clearing what’s in the way.

In Chinese Medicine theory, health is the harmony between Heaven (spirit), Earth (body), and Human (heart-mind). When Qi flows freely, your body aligns, your emotions settle, and your inner wisdom begins to speak louder than the noise.

Each needle is a gentle reminder to return—to your breath, your essence, your path. You’re not becoming someone new. You’re coming home. ✨

05/14/2025

✨ Patient Experience with Dr. Arlen ✨

" I've been working with Arlen at Soho Acupuncture for almost 5 years, and I can't recommend her highly enough. She is incredibly thoughtful, patient, and a phenomenal listener, everything you could ever want in a practitioner. Her care and attention to detail make every session truly personalized, and her expertise has been invaluable in improving my overall well-being. If you're looking for someone who genuinely cares and creates a calm, healing environment, Arlen is absolutely the one! "
-E.O New York, NY

04/14/2025

🌸 “As the Yang Qi of Heaven and Earth rises in spring, all things grow and flourish.” — Huangdi Neijing

Spring is meant to be a time of renewal, movement, and awakening—but for many, it arrives with itchy eyes, relentless sneezing, and brain fog from over-the-counter antihistamines.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this isn't just about "allergens." Spring is governed by the Wood element and the Liver, which controls the smooth flow of Qi. When Liver Qi gets stuck—often due to stress, diet, or underlying weakness—it stirs up internal Wind, leading to those classic allergy symptoms.

🌬️ Puffy eyes?
🤧 Nasal congestion?
😣 Mood swings + irritability?
These are signs your body’s having trouble adapting to the seasonal shift.

✨ Acupuncture works by calming internal Wind, strengthening your Wei Qi (defensive energy), and restoring harmony to the Lung, Spleen, and Liver systems. Patients often feel relief in their sinuses relatively quickly after starting treatment—and that’s just the beginning. We always work on addressing the root cause in addition to the acute symptoms for lasting relief.

04/11/2025

🌿 Clarity Season: Support Your Decision-Making with Acupuncture 🌿

Ever find yourself stuck in analysis mode, second-guessing every choice? That’s not just overthinking—it could be your Gallbladder meridian signaling a need for support.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Gallbladder isn’t just about digestion—it governs decision-making, courage, and the ability to move forward. When out of balance, it can show up as hesitation, fear of making the wrong move, or mental fog.

✨ Enter GB40—The Decision Gate.
This powerful acupuncture point helps:
✔️ Clear mental fog
✔️ Strengthen your inner voice
✔️ Break free from indecision

Located near the ankle, GB40 is your go-to reset button this season.

Spring is the time to move with intention. Let acupuncture help you realign with your path—and make decisions with clarity and confidence.

🧘‍♀️ Ready to reconnect with your gut instincts? Book your session today.

03/12/2025

In Chinese Medicine, spring is the season of renewal, growth, and transformation. 🌱✨ Just as plants reach toward the light, our bodies and spirits are ready to emerge from winter’s stillness.

Spring is associated with the Liver, the organ responsible for the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and emotions. It’s the perfect time to support your body with acupuncture, herbs, and gentle movement to release stagnation and step into the season feeling clear, light, and energized.

🌿 Spring Tips for Transitioning into the Season:

Nourish your Liver—Spring is the time to support the Liver, which governs both physical energy and emotional balance. Choose foods that support the Liver such as leafy greens, dandelion greens, beets, and sprouts.

Detox gently—Liver Qi supports natural detoxification, so consider drinking warm water with lemon in the morning to stimulate digestion and support the body’s natural cleansing process.

Stretch and move daily—Incorporate gentle movement like yoga, walking, or Qi Gong to release tension and promote the smooth flow of Qi. This helps prevent stagnation, which can lead to irritability or digestive issues.

Clear emotional blockages—Spring is the time to release stagnant emotions. Practice mindfulness, meditation, or journaling to release frustrations or stress that may have built up over the winter months.

Acupuncture and herbs—Acupuncture can help clear any Liver Qi stagnation, ease tension, and boost energy. Chinese herbs can also support this process by nourishing your Liver and aiding in detoxification.

Spring is a time of growth and renewal, and as the season transitions, let your body and mind follow suit. Take the time to nourish, move, and release. If you’re feeling stuck or sluggish, acupuncture is the perfect way to help you move through the season with clarity, ease, and vitality.

Live Well. Shine Bright 🌸

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Tuesday	8am - 9pm
Wednesday	8am - 9pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	7am - 8pm

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http://jenbeckeracupuncture.com/

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