Kandace Cahill, founder and director of Well Woman Acupuncture, in her Boulder office on Tuesday. (Paul Aiken / Staff Photographer)

Boulder-based Well Woman Acupuncture is a woman-owned health clinic specifically designed to treat women using a combination of western and Chinese medicine.

Founded in 2006, Well Woman just expanded to Longmont with a clinic at 738 Coffman St.

"We've been doing so well here (in Boulder) and it was a need that needed to be filled," said owner Kandace Cahill.

We sat down with Cahill to learn more about her practice:

Why did you start an acupuncture practice?

I've always been interested in health and healing, I was very drawn to OB/GYN (health and management of pregnancy), and I became interested in alternative healing and acupuncture. For me, it was the best of both worlds coming together.

So I'm guessing you're not afraid of needles?

No, and for those who are, I'd say just give it a try, it should be painless. We try and create an oasis, because where you come for the acupuncture, the environment is part of the healing. What I always tell new patients is if you're able to relax to the point of falling asleep, that's great.

Is there something specific about women's health that responds well to acupuncture?

Absolutely. When it comes to women's health, it's a very complex field with lots of aspects to consider. It's really the kind of work where integrating western and Chinese medicine is imperative.

Chinese medicine as a standalone is absolutely wonderful, but when it comes to women's health, western medicine is really valuable. Integrating the two worlds so we give comprehensive care is really important.

We treat everything from menarche to menopause painful periods and acne, hormone imbalances, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, headaches, allergies, digestion. Fertility is large part of what we do. We work closely with doctors to provide the best support for women.

What are you most proud of in your career?

The thing I'm most proud of is that, even though we've grown to be quite big over time, we still have a big commitment to our clients we want them to have a great experience. Having our patients feel really valued and honored along the way means a lot to me... the importance placed on the people.

What's your ultimate vision for Well Woman?

My vision is that we would be the go-to place in Boulder County for anything related to women's health. I want everyone to know that there are more options. People say to me all the time, 'Oh, I didn't know Chinese medicine could treat that!'

Acupuncture treats anything. I sometimes have this fantasy of riding around Boulder with a bullhorn yelling, 'People of Boulder! Have you thought about acupuncture?'

Bethany Alvarez, For the Camera

Link:
Seeing a need to be filled, Well Woman Acupuncture expands into Longmont - Boulder Daily Camera

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