Introducing Greer Gartenberg - Our New Acupuncturist

We are delighted to welcome new practitioner Greer Gartenberg to Hudson Healing Arts!
As a National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) board certified acupuncturist, Greer’s passion is helping people find long- term healing from within. Taking a holistic approach, she works one-on-one with patients to uncover and treat the root cause of imbalances. In addition to acupuncture, Greer also offers microneedling, acupressure, GuaSha, cupping, LED light, and auricular (ear) therapy.

Greer’s approach to acupuncture
While Greer always felt called to the healing arts, she was blown away by the results of her first acupuncture session. Inspired to learn everything she could, she enrolled in the Eastern School of Acupuncture & Traditional Medicine in 2015 and went on to earn her Master of Science in Acupuncture.
As an acupuncturist, what sets Greer apart is her passion for facial rejuvenation acupuncture. She has been mentored by the world-renowned constitutional facial acupuncturist Mary-Elizabeth Wakefield, and is also certified in Advanced Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture.
“Facial rejuvenation is an effective treatment to heal your skin from the inside out and reduce the signs of aging - without surgery or putting anything external into your system,” she explains. “Based on the principles of Chinese Medicine, it involves the insertion of very thin disposable needles into the acupuncture points on the face to stimulate collagen production.”
She loves that this technique goes deeper than just a dewy and plumped complexion - it also addresses what is going on internally to address the imbalances showing up in the skin and the face.
“While targeting the patient’s ‘problem area,’ I’m looking at what's happening inside the person so that I can improve their overall well-being,” she says. “For instance, sometimes you may be depleted in a certain area, not sleeping well, or dealing with hormone imbalances. All of these things can affect your skin, and acupuncture can be of great help by stimulating specific points.”
Greer also offers microneedling for those who want localized and efficient treatments to reverse aging and treat scarring. This is a method of rapidly needling various parts of the face and body to create a microtrauma, which then forces the skin to heal itself and regenerate collagen.
“Your natural ability to heal is remarkable; you already have it in you,” she says. “It’s really a gift to be able to facilitate that healing process.”
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FAQs
Does Greer offer “regular” acupuncture, too?
Yes! She helps treat a wide range of issues, such as anxiety, pain, sleep issues, depression, fertility, and more.
How long are acupuncture sessions with Greer, and what is the ideal frequency?
Facial rejuvenation sessions are at least 45 minutes (though the first session is longer so that Greer can learn about your medical history and conduct a Chinese Medicine pulse and tongue diagnosis for a holistic view of your body's state). Weekly treatments for 10 weeks are standard. However, you may see results before the 10 weeks, but you want to continue the healing and regenerating process to get maximum benefits. After the 10 weekly treatments, monthly treatments should be done for maintenance.
Who can benefit from facial acupuncture?
Pretty much everyone! Many people come in for preventive facial acupuncture for a natural solution to help slow the aging process. Other common target areas include 11 lines (the lines between the eyebrows), forehead wrinkles, and the jawline.
How does facial rejuvenation acupuncture enable the skin to heal?
This superficial insertion boosts circulation to the face and stimulates collagen production, which will fill out the lines and give firmness to the skin for a healthy, glowing complexion. The needles create a microtrauma that forces the skin to heal itself; similar to when one gets a cut and eventually it heals. Also, the patients get their own unique diagnosis; therefore being treated for what is going on internally. What’s going on inside is reflected in one’s skin and complexion!
What does one notice immediately after the treatment?
The face and eyes will appear less puffy yet filled out in the right places due to improved blood flow and hydration. The skin will be more radiant and dewy with an amazing glow. Any excess redness before will be evened out. Eyes will be brighter and more open.
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a more gradual process, but along with the aesthetic results, your overall wellness will be improving drastically. You will sleep better, feel more relaxed, yet have more energy.
What are the benefits of facial cupping and facial Gua Sha?
Facial cupping involves using a non-comedogenic yet nourishing oil and sliding tiny glass cups to increase circulation and move excess fluid down. This helps reduce puffiness in the face, especially swelling around the eyes. Cupping on the face is not like body cupping; the cups are moving and not intended to create marks. Facial Gua Sha uses a beautiful jade stone tool to increase blood flow to the face while moving any excess puffiness under the skin. The goal for both cupping and Gua Sha is to move the excess fluid down to the neck where the lymph nodes can filter and detoxify. Gua Sha also releases tension pulling on muscles contributing to wrinkles and expression lines. This is best to be done before any direct needling of the face. This helps one maximize
the results of the facial needling, so fluid retention does not get in the way of seeing the full effects!
What is the difference between facial rejuvenation acupuncture and microneedling?
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is constitutional; assessing what is going on holistically and internally. Getting facial acupuncture will improve one’s sleep, metabolism, and overall wellness. Distal points away from the face will also be needled to address any underlying imbalances. Microneedling just works on the area being treated; the needling is more efficient and covers a broader area in less time. Microneedling can be used for stretch marks and to improve skin tightness on the entire body.
Can I do both facial rejuvenation acupuncture and microneedling?
Yes! In fact, they work beautifully in harmony with each other. A regimen integrating both is ideal for overall wellness and optimal skin health.
Why choose facial rejuvenation acupuncture over injections or surgery?
Botox paralyzes the muscles in the face with neurotoxins to keep wrinkles from forming. We also don’t know all the long term effects; however muscles likely becoming weak and flaccid from atrophy. Also, fatal and serious Botox reactions are possible. Nevertheless, it does NOT help with collagen regeneration or provide any internal wellness benefits.
How can I schedule a session with Greer?
To learn more or schedule a session, Greer can be reached at (201) 777-1818.