Acupuncture and Wellness at Meridian + Myrrh
We offer acupuncture treatments, herbal medicine, and holistic wellness care for children, adults, and families in the Western Suburbs of Chicago.
Acupuncture Treatments for Pain Relief
Acupuncture for Headache Relief
Our acupuncture treatments for headaches are safe, effective, and non-invasive. We combine traditional Chinese medicine practices with herbal medicine to target the root cause of your headaches, offering you holistic wellness care and long-lasting relief.
Acupuncture for Chronic Pain
Our acupuncture treatments for chronic pain are designed to help manage pain without the use of medications. By incorporating herbal medicine alongside our acupuncture techniques, our acupuncturists target pain points to support holistic wellness care, helping our clients find relief.
Acupuncture for Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety can significantly impact your physical and mental health. Our acupuncture treatments, combined with herbal medicine, can help reduce stress and promote relaxation, allowing you to achieve holistic wellness care and feel calmer and more at ease.
Acupuncture for Insomnia
If you're struggling with insomnia, our acupuncture treatments can help. We combine acupuncture treatments with herbal medicine to promote relaxation and enable you to fall asleep more easily, all part of our holistic wellness care approach that avoids the need for medication.
Acupuncture for Digestive Issues
Our acupuncture treatments for digestive issues focus on enhancing digestion and alleviating symptoms such as bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. By combining acupuncture treatments with herbal medicine and dietary recommendations, we aim to support your holistic wellness care and help you feel better.
Acupuncture for Women's Health
Our acupuncture treatments for women's health offer holistic wellness care that addresses a variety of issues, including menstrual cramps, PMS, menopause symptoms, and fertility challenges. Our trained acupuncturists provide personalized care, often complemented by herbal medicine, to target your specific needs.
About Meridian + Myrrh
Our Philosophy
At Meridian + Myrrh, we believe in the natural healing power of acupuncture treatments and herbal medicine. Our holistic wellness care approach focuses on restoring balance and harmony within the body, enhancing overall wellness for both children and adults.
Meet the Practitioner
About Kara Haakonson, DAcCHM:
Kara Haakonson is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, dedicated to helping people of all ages find relief, restore balance, and achieve their wellness goals through holistic wellness care. Her journey to this profession was not straightforward; she initially started her career as a Certified Public Accountant, but eventually felt a strong calling to transition from balancing spreadsheets to helping individuals balance their health through acupuncture treatments.
Credentials:
- DAcCHM – Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, NCCAOM®
- Licensed Acupuncturist, Illinois
- Reiki Master Practitioner
- Member, Illinois Society of Acupuncturists (ILSA)
Specialties:
Kara specializes in:
- Pediatric care
- Pain management & injury recovery
- Nervous system alignment & stress relief
- General medicine & preventive care
Philosophy:
Kara believes in patient-centered care that combines the classical wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-based insight. Each patient is unique, so she takes the time to listen to your story, understand your health goals, and create a personalized treatment plan that may incorporate acupuncture treatments, herbal medicine, and lifestyle guidance.
A Personal Note:
Rooted in the Western Suburbs of Chicago with her son, she feels grateful to be part of such a welcoming community. Her passion lies in walking alongside her patients as they navigate their path to wellness, offering support, compassion, and guidance as they strive for greater balance and vitality.
Why “Meridian + Myrrh”?:
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, meridians are the energetic pathways that flow through the body, connecting organs, tissues, and systems. Acupuncture gently stimulates points along these meridians to restore balance, relieve pain, and promote the body’s natural healing process.
Myrrh is an aromatic resin that has been used for centuries in both Eastern and Western herbal medicine, valued for its ability to promote circulation, reduce pain, and support tissue repair. It symbolizes renewal, resilience, and deep care.
Together, Meridian + Myrrh represents the heart of the practice:
- Meridian - honoring the body’s natural balance.
- Myrrh - honoring the healing wisdom of plant medicine.
It’s a name that bridges the energetic and the physical, the ancient and the modern.