Today we’d like to introduce you to David Jones, L.Ac., M.S.P.H.
David, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
In my early to mid-20s, I was in a graduate program in Public Health, but was far from healthy. I struggled with stress and depression related health problems and began exploring the mind/body connection and natural ways to activate my internal pharmacy. I visited a school of Chinese Medicine in LA and received my first treatment there along with my first customized botanical formula. A chronic skin problem cleared up and for the first time in a long while, I was able to relax.
I decided to pursue a career in Chinese Medicine so I could activate the internal pharmacy of others and empower them practice self-care. But before I went to California to earn that Master’s degree in Chinese Medicine, I spent a year in the AmeriCorps program providing home health care for terminally ill people with AIDS. That year solidified my desire to help others find non-toxic healing options and helped develop my bedside manner.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
I left my growing practice in Los Angeles and moved to Atlanta. Having grown up in the South, I thought the transition would be easy, but it was not. Acupuncture was still new to most Atlantans, and the vast majority had no insurance coverage. So it took me a while to figure out how to market my practice.
So let’s switch gears a bit and go into the Return of Function Acupuncture at MindBody Wellness Atlanta story. Tell us more about the business.
My company’s name is MindBody Wellness Atlanta, LLC. I specialize in using advanced Acupuncture techniques to relieve pain and release myo-fascial contractions that are often the root of the pain.
I am known for my ability to provide fast relief and to return my patients to proper function. Thus, I named the Acupuncture division of my practice, Return of Function Acupuncture. I also provide customized herbal formulas to treat mainly internal health problems. I am certified to teach Primordial Sound Meditation. This technique is effortless, and allows one to experience the stress busting silence that underlies all thought.
I am most proud of offering people healing options that are affordable and long lasting.
What sets me apart from others is my dedication to learning new skills and techniques that allow me to address the root problem and get my patients better faster.
Has luck played a meaningful role in your life and business?
Everyone has ups and downs. Along my path, I have been blessed with people who have entered my life and served as helpers and true friends. I cherish these people.
Contact Info:
- Address: 165 W Wieuca Rd NE
Suite 209 - Website: AtlantaAcupunctureCenter.com
- Phone: (678) 631-7965
- Email: mindbodywellnessatl@gmail.com
- Instagram: Mr. David Blake Jones
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