Chinese Herbal Medicine in Tribeca

Chinese Herbology

Within traditional Chinese medicine, Chinese Herbal Medicine stands as a core practice designed to function alongside acupuncture for a more comprehensive approach. Practitioners use multi-herb formulas where each ingredient contributes to a unified purpose rather than acting alone. The priority lies in how the herbs interact, balance energetically, and function together as a complete blend.

At Three Treasures Acupuncture, I frequently pair acupuncture with tailored herbal formulas to help patients achieve more consistent and long-term outcomes. These customized remedies are designed to support digestion, emotional stress, low energy, women’s health, immune function, and chronic concerns. For patients in Tribeca, care is centered on supporting balance and resilience within demanding personal and professional lives.

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Kampo: The Japanese System of Herbal Medicine

In Japan, Chinese herbal medicine evolved into what is known as Kampo, a tradition influenced by Chinese medical principles that arrived between the 7th and 9th centuries. With time, it became a precise and organized framework built around systematic herbal diagnostics and targeted treatment selection. “Kampo” literally translates as “the way of the Han Chinese.”

I am one of the few practitioners in the United States who specializes in Kampo, having trained with Nigel Dawes, L.Ac., a respected expert in this area. I chose Kampo because it is known for precision and consistency in clinical application. Its diagnostic process allows me to identify constitution patterns and pair them with the most fitting formulas for focused, effective support.

Kampo also utilizes carefully crafted granulated herbal preparations that are easy to take, readily absorbed, and notably consistent in strength, supporting simple daily routines and longer-term care plans. For Tribeca patients, this format offers a balanced blend of convenience and reliability that suits ongoing wellness goals.

Online Dispensary For Supplements

A nutritious diet helps, but it does not always cover every need, particularly when the body is taxed or actively recovering. Professional-grade supplements can provide targeted support for energy, immune function, sleep, digestion, and overall wellness when extra reinforcement is helpful.

To support easy access to dependable products, Three Treasures Acupuncture offers a secure Fullscript online dispensary through Emerson Ecologics for patients. You can shop practitioner-grade supplements selected with a strong focus on purity, safety, and efficacy.

As my patient in Tribeca, you also receive a 20% discount on all Fullscript orders.

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About Mindy Pickard, M.S., L.Ac.

As a licensed acupuncturist trained in Chinese herbal medicine and Kampo, I bring a long-standing background of clinical practice into each patient’s treatment plan. My focus remains on integrative, individualized care that supports the person as a whole, including physical, emotional, and energetic aspects.

NEW YORK CITY OFFICE (Monday-Thursday)
195 Chrystie Street, Suite 703  ·  New York, NY 10002

WEST HURLEY OFFICE (Friday-Saturday)
1310 Rt. 28  ·  West Hurley, NY 12491

The NYC office is conveniently located in a loft in the Nolita/LES district. The office is a short walk from many subway stations:

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