Welcome to Bodyscapes
Alternative medicine for Chicago and its suburbs.

"Ellie is an amazing combination of professionalism as well as compassion and warmth. I immediately felt comfortable with Ellie. Her work has been a valuable tool and assisted me greatly in my personal health and well-being."  - Diane

About Bodyscapes Acupuncture

Ellie Pickering L.Ac.

Bodyscapes Acupuncture is a natural healing clinic that specializes in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Alternative therapies include acupuncture, Chinese herbs, massage therapy, moxibustion, cupping, guasha, nutrition, and weekly yoga classes.  Licensed acupuncturist Ellie Pickering has maintained a successful practice since 1987 and has offices in both Evanston and in the south suburb of Olympia Fields.  Ellie provides safe, natural healing for women's health issues, fertility, chronic pain conditions, depression and anxiety, insomnia, weight gain, digestive disorders, and more.

Free Consultation! If you would like to know whether Traditional Chinese Medicine can help you, Ellie invites you to set up a free, no-obligation consultation. Schedule Today!

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Common conditions treated with acupuncture
Acupuncture can virtually treat all medical conditions. It is a safe and effective way of treating both the root of the problem as well as the symptoms. Acupuncture is often combined with Chinese herbs, massage, nutritional therapy, and other valuable healing modalities for optimal results. Licensed acupuncturist Ellie Pickering personally designs each treatment plan and provides a nurturing environment that supports and respects each individual's journey toward health and happiness.

Commonly treated conditions include:

Women's Health
PMS
Painful periods
Amenorrhea
Infertility
IVF/IUI support
Pregnancy
Post-partum
Endometriosis
Fibroids
PCOS
Hormone imbalances
Irregular cycles
Menopause
Depression & Anxiety
Insomnia
Thyroid disorders
Weight gain

Endocrine Disorders
Hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Adrenal fatigue
Hypoglycemia

Chronic Pain
Headaches
Migraines
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Frozen shoulder
Tendinitis
Arthritis
Bursitis
Carpal tunnel
Sciatica
Low back pain
Herniated disc
Knee pain
Plantar faciitis
Fibromyalgia

Stress-related
Tension headaches
Eye strain 
Anxiety
Depression
Insomnia
Chronic fatigue
Substance abuse   

Digestion
Irritable bowel syndrome
Bloating and gas
Constipation
Diarrhea
Hemorrhoids
Ulcers
Colitis
Weight gain
Crohn's disease

Respiratory
Allergies
Asthma
Bronchitis
Chronic colds
COPD
Sinus infections

Cardiovascular
High blood pressure Hyperlipidemia
Palpitations
Poor circulation

A man's fortune must first be
changed from within. - Chinese Proverb

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Free Consults

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Back Pain

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