FULL CIRCLE ACUPUNCTURE
full circle acupuncture @ acupuncturetaos.com
Dr. Erika Oviedo, DOM
Taos, New Mexico
Release, Relax, Heal
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CLINIC NEWS
November 2026
I have a new massage therapist now sharing my space with me! She will be taking clients on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons from 12-5. See the About Us page for more information.
There are still some days/times available in the massage room if anyone is interested. Mornings everyday and all day Tuesday are still available.
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UPCOMING CLASSES
Introduction to Chinese Medicine will be offered at UNM Taos in Spring of 2027 on Monday mornings at 9:00.
Stay tuned for registration information.
ABOUT ME
My passion for Chinese Medicine began in my 20's. It grew out of a desire to help people in a way that was more in balance with the natural universe. I had always wanted to be a doctor, but was disenchanted with the allopathic bandaid approach. When I personally experienced the healing abilities of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine to transform my own imbalances, I knew it was the path for me.
I have been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine in northern New Mexico since 2008 when I graduated with a M.S. in Oriental Medicine for the Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe, NM.
While I consider myself a general practitioner, I have extensive practice treating musculoskeletal issues relating to injuries.
I am a adjunct professor at UNM Taos in the the Holistic Healing Arts Department. I practice Sheng Zhen Qi Gong with Master Li and am in training to become a certified instructor. I am also currently part way through a professional certification training in Sowa Rigpa, or Traditional Tibetan Medicine. I hope to be able to incorporate the healing modalities of Sowa Rigpa and Sheng Zhen into my practice in the future.
My hope with this practice is to provide my services to all those in need. As a practitioner of Buddhism, I believe the path to peace and contentment is to give to others in any way I can. This is my contribution to the world. While the healing process is ultimately a personal one, I hope to accompany and guide you to better health and well-being.
ABOUT LUCIEN
I see the role of bodywork as revitalizing the relationship between you and your own body. I work with clients to bring them into deeper awareness of the patterns within their body and a greater felt sense of themselves. For this process I draw from a wide variety of modalities. At times using deeper facial-based massage to create space in the tissues of the body; other times I may be working more subtly, drawing from craniosacral and osteopathic traditions, to address either specific and delicate structures or deeper patterns in the body and nervous system. I treat the body holistically, meaning I work beyond simply addressing muscles. This includes working with organs, nerves, bones, the nervous system and somatic emotional release.
Regardless of the modality I am drawing on, my work is always informed by listening to the body, and working with, not on, it. As a practitioner I aim to be in as neutral a place as possible, I find that by getting out of the way a state of deeper listening and healing is possible.
I began independently studying bodywork 12 years ago and have been a licensed therapist for seven years. Since finishing massage school I have been in a continual state of study completing at 750 hr Craniosacral training with Etienne Piersman, multiple classes on visceral and neural manipulation with the Barral Institute (French Osteopathy), as well as several other courses including currently an ongoing course in cranial osteopathy at UNM.
Additionally my bodywork is informed by my development as a visual artist, dancer and musician, my study of qi gong, indigenous ceremony and huge appreciation for nature.
I was born and raised in New Mexico and have lived in Taos for several years.
I look forward to working with you!
Lucien
ABOUT CALI
Cali Elizabeth Henderson, a registered nurse and licensed massage therapist, enjoys spending time with her four dogs in the mountains and deserts of Northern New Mexico. After growing up not so far away, in Tulsa, and attending college, I worked as a traveling nurse and finally settled in Taos for the past 10 years. My specialties are myofascial release, prenatal massage, lymphatic drainage, reflexology, and Reiki. I enjoy tuning in to the unique needs of each person on the massage table!
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MY PRACTICE
My practice is conveniently located on the south end of Taos, NM, not far from the hospital, in the Enchanted Plaza.
I provide an intimate setting where I am able to treat up to two people at a time. Your treatment will be in one of two private rooms. I provide gowns and draping for your comfort.
I do run my practice entirely on my own, and I do not have an office manager. This means that while I am in the treatment room with a patient I will not be in my office or answering the phone. This is why it is important to both call for an appointment, and leave a message if I do not pick up. I will do my best to return your call ASAP.
ACUPUNCTURE
Acupuncture uses very fine disposable filiform needles to stimulate the nervous and endocrine systems. It works to re-balance the body physically, mentally, and emotionally. Acupuncture combined with Chinese Herbal Prescriptions make up what is thought of as Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. TCM does not see the body as separate from the mind or emotions, and works to treat the person as a whole. TCM theory is based on the idea that energy, also called Qi, in the body flows through pathways called meridians. When the Qi gets blocked or stuck disease occurs. Acupuncture moves, builds and unblocks this stuck energy and helps the body to re-balance itself.
A typical acupuncture treatment in my clinic will involve anywhere from 10-40 needles inserted just below the skin. The number of needles depends on what is being treated and the sensitivity of the patient. The needles are retained for 20-30 minutes and may be stimulated manually once or twice during the treatment. There is typically little to no pain. Other modalities are frequently added to the acupuncture treatment. These include, but are not limited to, massage, heat therapy, ear acupuncture, cupping, and electrical stimulation. These modalities are added only when necessary and always with the patients consent.
Also, please be aware that the course of treatment will vary depending on the disease or problem being treated. More chronic problems will generally take more treatments. TCM encourages individuals to take control of their own health, be more aware of their bodies, and actively participate in the healing process. Thus, lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise may be addressed.
CHINESE HERBAL
MEDICINE
When necessary I may suggest an herbal prescription during the course of the treatment. Chinese Herbal Medicine combines several traditional herbs into one formula in order to treat the specific symptoms of the patient. While there are many ways to administer herbs including tinctures, teas and pills, patients in my clinic will most frequently be given powered herbs in gel capsules or granules. Granular herbs come in a powdered form that are mixed into warm water and ingested. They are thought to be as potent as raw herbs, which are taken as a tea, but have the ease of not having to be cooked.
If you are interested in getting herbs without acupuncture you can book a half hour consultation. Herbs may have to be ordered so as to get you the formula specific to your problems. Prices for herbs vary significantly, so please let me know if you have a budget for the herbs. The formula will not be included in the price of the consultation.
Now offering specially formulated bulk herbal or granular prescriptions created by me for you using the Root and Branch Herbal Pharmacy!
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FAQS
What does acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture can be used for a wide variety of diseases and syndromes. Many people are surprised by the scope of what acupuncture can treat. In the United States, acupuncture is most frequently used to relieve pain of any kind including joint pain, headache, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), musculo-skeletal issues such as back, knee or shoulder pain, and sciatica. Acupuncture is shown to stimulate the nervous system, thus treating neurological disorders such as Bells Palsy, stroke, migraine, and neuropathy. Because of its ability to relieve stress and release dopamine and serotonin in the brain acupuncture has also been shown to treat mood disorders and have an effect on high blood pressure. Acupuncture has also been shown to regulate hormones in the body. It can treat a wide variety of hormone related issues including, PMS, infertility and menopause in women and prostate problems in men.
Conditions Recommended for Acupuncture by the World Health Organization (W.H.O.)
Respiratory Diseases
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Acute sinusitis
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Acute rhinitis
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Common cold
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Acute tonsillitis
Bronchopulmonary Diseases
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Acute bronchitis
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Bronchial asthma
Eye Disorders
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Acute conjuctivitis
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Cataract (without complications)
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Myopia
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Central retinitis
Disorders of the Mouth Cavity
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Toothache
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Pain after tooth extraction
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Gingivitis
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Pharyngitis
Orthopedic Disorders
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Periarthritis humeroscapularis
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Tennis elbow
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Sciatica
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Low back pain
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Rheumatoid arthritis
Gastrointestinal Disorders
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Spasm of the esophagus and cardia
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Hiccups
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Gastroptosis
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Acute and chronic gastritis
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Gastric hyperacidity
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Chronic duodenal ulcer
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Acute and chronic colitis
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Acute bacterial dysentery
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Constipation
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Diarrhea
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Paralytic ileus
Neurologic Disorders
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Headache
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Migraine
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Trigeminal neuralgia
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Facial paralysis
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Paralysis after apoplectic fit
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Peripheral neuropathy
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Paralysis caused by poliomyelitis
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Meniere's syndrome
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Neurogenic bladder dysfunction
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Nocturnal enuresis
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Intercostal neuralgia
What should I expect?
A typical treatment lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes. However, the first treatment will last an hour and a half to an hour and fourty five minutes. This is because at your first treatment I will evaluate your health in general by asking what is called the "ten questions" in TCM. Acupuncture is a whole body therapy. Therefore it will be important for me to know about all aspects of your health, even if they seem unrelated to your primary concern. Be prepared to answer intimate questions about yourself such as diet, sleep, emotional state, menstruation and elimination. I may take your blood pressure, and examine your tongue and pulses as well. The tongue and pulses are used diagnostically to further reveal potential patterns of disease. The pulses will be felt at every visit. The tongue may be examined periodically, especially if there are any major changes in one's health. After the interview, I will insert the needles. For the most part, my patients are treated lying down on a massage table. For specifics on acupuncture see the SERVICES page.
Does it hurt?
Surprisingly, acupuncture does not really hurt. Acupuncture uses very fine needles called filiform needles. Unlike the hypodermic needle used in the Dr.'s office, a filiform needle is not hollow. It is not intended to cut the skin or muscle, but rather to slide between the cells.This causes very little pain. Occationally a needle will hurt a little on insertion (like a pinch), but the pain should go away very quickly. If it does not, I will reangle or reinsert the needle so as to reduce any discomfort. Many needles will cause no sensation at all.
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Call or text at (575) 425-0447 to schedule an acupuncture appointment today.
Availability:
I am currently available on Monday through Friday, hours vary. Call or text at (575) 425-0447 to schedule an appointment.
Please note: I work alone so if I don't answer the phone leave a message or a text and I will get back to you ASAP. Thank you for your understanding!
Price:
I am in-network with BlueCross BlueShield, Presbyterian, and Triwest Health Plans. If you are looking to use your insurance for treatments, please let me know before your appointment so I can verify your benefits.
Cash prices vary depending on services rendered. An initial appointment typically runs $150-$200 plus tax, and a follow-up runs from $68-130 plus tax. Fee Schedule is available upon request.
I am also accepting Work Comp.
I take cash, check or credit card.
Massage/Reiki:
Please contact Lucien and Cali directly for an appointment.
You can reach Lucien at (505) 273-9320. He is currently available Monday, Thursday, and Sunday afternoons.
You can reach Cali at 808-482-4304.Or check out her website at taosmountainbodywork.com. She will be available Wednesdays and Saturdays from 12-5.
GET IN TOUCH
My office is located in the Enchanted Plaza at
1027 Salazar Rd. #3
Taos, NM, 87571