Chinese Herbal Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine in Golden Valley, MN
Everybody Healing Center is a Traditional Chinese Medicine healing center offering individualized herbal medicine as part of whole-body, pattern-based care. Led by Dr. Christopher Johnson, a licensed Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine, our herbal medicine formulas are built around you, not your diagnosis.
Located in Golden Valley, we serve patients from Minneapolis and the western Twin Cities metro who are looking for herbal treatment plans managed by a qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.
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A Medical System With Thousands of Years Behind It
Chinese medicine has spent thousands of years refining how to use herbs — in combination, in the right doses, for the right person. What survived that long wasn't just theory. It was what worked, repeatedly, across vastly different patients and conditions. Because two patients with the same diagnosis often need completely different formulas.
At Everybody Healing Center, herbal medicine starts with a full assessment of how your body is functioning, not just the symptom that brought you in. From that picture, Dr. Chris builds a formula specific to your pattern, prescribed alongside acupuncture to accelerate and deepen your results. As your body changes, your formula changes with it.
The goal isn't long-term dependence on a formula. It's a body that works better on its own. If you're expecting a pill for your problem, this will be an adjustment. But if the pill-for-your-problem approach hasn't worked, you're in the right place.
What Patients Say About Our Herbal Medicine Treatments
Conditions We Support With Chinese Herbs
Herbal medicine at Everybody Healing Center is prescribed within a full TCM framework. We're not matching an herb to a condition; we're identifying the pattern behind your symptoms and building a formula from there.
We commonly support patients navigating:
Chronic Pain and Recovery
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Post-surgical complications and recovery support
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Nerve pain and hypersensitivity
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Migraines and chronic headaches
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Sciatica and herniated or slipped discs
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Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
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Chronic and sports-related injuries
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Sleep disruption related to pain
Reproductive, Hormonal & Pelvic Health
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Hormonal imbalance, PMS, and PMDD
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PCOS, endometriosis, and fibroids
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Perimenopause and menopause
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Pelvic floor dysfunction and urinary incontinence
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Erectile dysfunction (ED)
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Low testosterone
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Post-prostatectomy support
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Male factor infertility
Autoimmune & Inflammatory Conditions
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Fibromyalgia and lupus
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Sjögren’s syndrome
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Lyme disease
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Joint pain and arthritis
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Gout and inflammatory pain
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Psoriasis and chronic fatigue
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Cancer treatment and chemotherapy support
Neurological Conditions
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Parkinson’s disease
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Stroke recovery support
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Vertigo and Ménière’s disease
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Epilepsy, dementia, and ALS
Digestive, Respiratory & Stress-Related Conditions
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IBS, acid reflux, and bloating
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Asthma, allergies, and sinus congestion
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Chronic stress and anxiety
If you don’t see your concern listed, let’s talk through it.
What Chinese Herbal Medicine Can Do
Herbal medicine gives your body's systems what they need to regulate themselves again. Used alongside acupuncture, herbal formulas can extend and deepen the changes that treatment begins.
Think of it the way you'd think about a significant dietary change — removing something your body was reacting to doesn't just fix one thing, it shifts your immune response, your energy, your baseline. Herbs work on that same level, systematically, over time.
Clinical experience and TCM practice show that herbal medicine may help:
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Support hormonal and reproductive system regulation
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Improve circulation to specific organs and tissues
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Reduce chronic inflammation
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Calm an overactive or dysregulated nervous system
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Strengthen digestive function
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Support the body's natural recovery processes
Many patients begin to notice meaningful shifts within the first few weeks of consistent herbal use.
Over time, patients often experience reduced symptom intensity, better regularity, improved energy and sleep, more stable digestion, and a body that feels less like it's working against itself.
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Why Choose Our Traditional Chinese Medicine Healing Center
Everybody Healing Center is for people who want real relief and kind, evidence-based care.
Our approach is gentle, not aggressive. Our approach is gentle, not aggressive. Some herbal remedies can be intense and invasive, but that is not how we operate. We are not prescribing high-dose single herbs or chasing dramatic short-term reactions. We work with your body’s existing systems and adjust as you respond.
We manage your care as part of a bigger picture. Chinese medicine at EHC is integrated with your acupuncture care and coordinated with your broader medical team. If you're working with an OB/GYN, fertility specialist, or other provider, we communicate with them directly.
We can treat you from anywhere. Remote herbal consultations are available. A detailed intake questionnaire and a photo of your tongue give us what we need to assess your pattern and prescribe accordingly. Formulas ship directly to you, always sourced ethically and transparently.
Dr. Christopher Johnson
Licensed Acupuncturist | Doctor of Chinese Medicine | Master of Acupuncture
Dr. Christopher Johnson completed his Doctorate of Chinese Medicine and Master's of Acupuncture at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minnesota, and founded Everybody Healing Center in 2019.
His clinical focus spans chronic pain, complex conditions that don't respond to conventional care, and reproductive health for both men and women.
As a patient, you can expect clear explanations, a formula that's actually built around your body, and a provider who takes what you say seriously.
What to Expect From Your TCM Consultation
1. Easy arrival and a calm clinic space.
You'll be greeted at the front desk. Parking is easy and free.
2. A thorough first visit.
We take time to understand the full picture — symptoms, history, sleep, digestion, stress, and more. Herbal medicine intake is part of your broader TCM assessment
4. Clear explanations.
We explain what pattern we're seeing, what the formula is designed to do, and what to watch for as your body responds.
5. Your formula is built specifically for you.
You'll leave with a personalized herbal formula and a clear plan for what comes next.
6. Ongoing adjustment.
We revisit and refine your formula regularly based on how you're responding.
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FAQs about Traditional Chinese Medicine
What is traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)?
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a complete medical system with over 2,000 years of documented clinical practice. It uses tools like acupuncture, herbal medicine, and pulse and tongue diagnosis to assess how the body’s systems are functioning as a whole — and to treat the patterns behind symptoms rather than symptoms in isolation. It is a distinct medical framework with its own diagnostic logic and its own body of clinical evidence.
Does traditional Chinese medicine really work?
For the conditions we treat most often (chronic pain, hormonal imbalance, digestive dysfunction, fertility concerns, and stress-related conditions) yes, and our patient outcomes reflect that. Research into TCM is ongoing and growing. The clinical tradition behind it runs considerably deeper than the published studies, but the two are increasingly pointing in the same direction. The most honest answer is: it works when it’s practiced correctly and matched to the right patient. That’s what we do.
How long does it take to see results?
It depends on how long the condition has been present and how your body responds. Most patients begin to notice shifts within the first few weeks of consistent use. Chronic conditions that have been present for years take longer to shift than acute ones. Your formula and timeline will be discussed clearly at your consultation.
Can I take Chinese herbs alongside fertility treatments or other medical protocols?
In almost all cases, yes. Being on medication does not automatically mean you cannot take Chinese herbs. We usually have patients take herbs two hours apart from any medications. The main concern is not that herbs will hurt someone. It is that some herbs, medications, foods, and teas can use or affect the same enzymatic pathways the body relies on to process and respond to medication. Spacing herbs and medications apart helps reduce that overlap. We review your medications as part of your intake and factor them into what we prescribe.
Will my OB/GYN or fertility specialist be okay with this?
Some are, some aren't — and we don't work around that, we work through it. We contact your care team directly, send progress reports, and make sure everyone treating you knows what you're taking and why. If a provider has concerns, we want to know about them. Coordinated care is the standard here, not the exception.
Is Chinese medicine covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. Some patients use HSA or FSA funds for herbal consultations and acupuncture. It’s best to verify with your provider directly. We’re happy to provide a courtesy benefits check at your initial consultation so you understand your options before committing to anything.
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If you've been managing symptoms without real answers, herbal treatments are worth a conversation.
Our Patients Come to Us From...
Patients visit Everybody Healing Center from across Golden Valley, Minneapolis, and the western Twin Cities metro, often within a short, easy drive.
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Golden Valley
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Minneapolis
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St. Louis Park
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Plymouth
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Minnetonka
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Hopkins
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Edina
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Wayzata
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New Hope
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Crystal
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Robbinsdale
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Brooklyn Center
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Brooklyn Park
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Maple Grove
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Eden Prairie
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