Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine: A Holistic Approach to Chronic Illness and Women’s Health
Grace Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine offers personalized, holistic healthcare in a calm & welcoming space to individuals and families seeking to address specific medical concerns and to improve their overall well-being. Acupuncture is powerfully effective for every body. Experience skillful & gentle care - in Boulder's premier acupuncture clinic. Susannah Grace Carleton is a master acupuncturist and esteemed herbalist in Boulder, Colorado, with patients traveling to see her from around the country.
Specialized Care for Chronic Illness and Recovery
The clinic specializes in working with complex and difficult-to-treat chronic illness, as well as recovery from common sports injuries & surgery. Susannah's gentle and thorough approach with Japanese style acupuncture makes her the perfect practitioner for anyone who hasn't yet experienced acupuncture, or is recovering from surgeries or injuries. Services offered include:
- Japanese acupuncture
- In-Person Wellness & Virtual Healthcare
- Psychotherapy
- Qi Gong
- Apothecary
One patient shared that they were diagnosed with Post Covid Syndrome / Long Covid and had major symptoms for the past 3 years, stating, "I am already blown away at how much better I feel" after only three appointments. Another patient noted that after emergency reconstructive surgery, they were able to reduce swelling and pain to the point of eliminating western prescriptions much sooner than normally expected, reducing recovery time by thirty-two weeks in total.
Integrative Women's Health and Functional Medicine
In addition to acupuncture, integrative women's health is a primary focus. Dr. Grace Chang is a naturopathic doctor and certified functional medicine practitioner practicing in Seattle. Her integrative approach modernizes primary care for women's health. She believes that women often get lost in medicine and in research, especially when hormones are considered too variable and complex to follow. Her main interests include:
- Hormone testing and management
- Natural aesthetics including PRP injections
- Laser therapy for skin conditions
- Thyroid disorders and period problems
- Vaginal health concerns like tissue atrophy
Interventions can include hormone replacement therapy, botanicals, nutraceuticals, supplements, and lifestyle recommendations. The clinic offers a whole array of services including general health, specialty testing, IV therapy, and the Fotona laser, which is known for the NightLase® treatment for sleep apnea and the 4D Facial® for anti-aging wellness.
Mental Health and Reproductive Support
To provide a truly holistic experience, medical care is often paired with mental health support. Chelsea Kramer is a Seattle Therapist who works with individuals and families facing grief, anxiety, and trauma, with a special focus on reproductive and medical mental health. Her specialties include:
- Infertility and pregnancy loss
- Chronic illness and medical trauma
- Menopause
- Anxiety and grief
Summary of Integrative Specialists
The following table summarizes the areas of focus for the practitioners mentioned in this guide:
| Practitioner | Location | Core Specialties |
| Susannah Grace Carleton | Boulder, CO | Japanese acupuncture, chronic illness, sports medicine, fertility |
| Dr. Grace Chang | Seattle, WA | Naturopathic medicine, functional medicine, hormone management, laser therapy |
| Chelsea Kramer | Seattle, WA | Psychotherapy, reproductive mental health, grief, medical trauma |
Susannah has a focus on improving fertility & reproductive health. She also treats everyday health problems ranging from immune/respiratory, gastrointestinal, dermatological concerns to cardiovascular & neurological issues. Whether you are seeking help for perimenopause, insomnia, or healthy aging, these integrative services are designed to optimize systems like hormones, gut health, metabolic, and cardiovascular health.