Tradition
The practice of acupuncture began more than 3,000 years ago in China. Early observations of the predictable patterns in nature pointed to the realization of an underlying, cyclical flow of energy. We see this energy manifest most clearly in the change of the seasons. The tradition of Five Element acupuncture is based on the understanding of this cyclical flow of vital energy – also known as Qi. Each of the Five Elements – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water – represents a distinct quality of the Qi energy that is vital to the continual health and flow of nature.
The Ancient Chinese observed that just as these essential energetic qualities can be found in nature, so can they be found in every living being. By understanding the relationships of the Elements within and using them as a guide, they could discover and treat the root of a person’s illness, restoring health to the body, mind and spirit.
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ABOUT
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Sara Rodefeld
RN, LIC.AC, M.AC., DIPL.AC., Board Certified
Sara Rodefeld is licensed to practice Acupuncture and as a Registered Nurse in Indiana and Tennessee. Sara holds a Masters Degree from The Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, Florida and has studied with internationally renowned Professor JR Worsley, a leader in Five Element Acupuncture. A graduate of Indiana University School of Nursing, she has been a Registered Nurse since 1982 practicing in a variety of patient care areas including Medical/Surgical, Critical Care, Trauma Nursing and Teaching.
Sara is a Diplomate in Acupuncture, certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is also an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist certified by the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association. Bringing her experience and knowledge of Western Medicine into her practice of Acupuncture, Sara has an ability to use both of these valued and complementary forms of health care to assist her clients to reach their goal of a more full, balanced and healthy life.
Being a lifelong learner and valuing continuing education, Sara is currently enrolled in the Ongiara College of Acupuncture and Moxibustion in postgraduate studies.
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Sara's treatment room is dedicated to your wellness.
WHAT IS A TREATMENT LIKE?
The Five Element Approach to treatment is that each person is unique and therefore in my practice I treat only one person at a time. The hour or two hour session is dedicated to that individual and their treatment. I never leave the room, this allows an environment of safety to be created. The client will truly have the time to express who they are, allowing me to know how to address the optimal path to wellness for the individual. My private treatment room overlooks a serene wooded space filled with birds and squirrels connecting the client to the healing properties of nature.
The initial session consists of a very thorough patient history and non-invasive diagnostic exam in which the practitioner attempts to get to know you and really understand your particular situation. This takes an hour and a half to two hours, and usually includes an initial treatment to begin to remove blockages to energy flow. After this, treatments will last forty to forty five minutes to an hour, and include a discussion of progress, practitioner assessment and treatment. Overall, patients look forward to their treatments as a place to relax deeply, process worries and tensions, and focus on a return to health.
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Volunteering and treating in a remote Ngobe village with Floating Doctors in Rio Cana, Panama.
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Five Element Acupuncture
Sara Rodefeld
Phone | 1+615-496-5629
E-mail | rodefelds@gmail.com
Located on the north side of Indianapolis,
near 91st and Spring Mill Rd.
