Mental Health Support
Built on nearly three decades of mental health experience, this specialty uses acupuncture and herbal medicine as a powerful complement to therapy and psychiatric care — never a replacement for it.
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At a Glance
Dr. Kim Kuhn is a licensed Acupuncture Physician and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nearly three decades of mental health experience.
A complement to therapy and psychiatric treatment — never a replacement. Medication is fully supported as part of a comprehensive plan.
Anxiety, depression and low mood, chronic stress and burnout, sleep disruption linked to mental health, and trauma-related symptoms.
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and supplements — herbal recommendations are always reviewed against your current medications for safety.
Book online anytime, or call 727-710-4798 to schedule with Dr. Kim directly.
Mental health support here is built on a foundation few acupuncture practices can offer: in addition to training as a licensed acupuncturist, Dr. Kim Kuhn holds a background as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with nearly three decades of experience in the mental health field. That depth of clinical experience shapes every aspect of this specialty — treatment isn't just about symptom relief, it's grounded in a genuine understanding of mental health and how the mind and body influence one another.
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, and supplements are used here as a powerful complementary approach to mental health care — designed to work alongside therapy and psychiatric treatment, not in place of it.
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Real clinical insight, not a general wellness layer
Because of Dr. Kuhn's extensive mental health background, treatment plans are built with real clinical insight into the mental health conditions being addressed.
Who This Is For
- Anyone experiencing anxiety, stress, or overwhelm
- People navigating depression or low mood
- Those dealing with sleep difficulties tied to stress or mental health
- People in therapy or psychiatric care looking to add complementary support
- Anyone managing the physical symptoms of stress
- Anyone processing the effects of past trauma
- People navigating addiction or recovery
What Treatment May Include
- Acupuncture — to calm the nervous system and ease physical tension
- Herbal medicine — formulated to support mood, sleep, and the nervous system
- Supplements — recommended when appropriate to help fill nutritional gaps
- A medication review as part of intake, to ensure herbal recommendations are safe alongside what you're already taking
Support for the mind and the body it lives in
If you don't see your specific concern listed, reach out — we're happy to talk through whether this specialty may be a good fit alongside your current care.
Anxiety & Panic-Related Symptoms
Racing thoughts, restlessness, or a body that won't settle down
Depression & Low Mood
Persistent sadness, low motivation, or a sense of heaviness
Chronic Stress & Burnout
Feeling overwhelmed, depleted, or stretched too thin for too long
Insomnia & Sleep Disruption
Can't fall asleep or stay asleep
Trauma-Related Symptoms
Supporting the nervous system after traumatic, difficult or overwhelming experiences
Addiction & Recovery Support
Complementary care alongside an existing recovery program
Grief & Major Life Transitions
Support through loss, change, or significant life shifts
Mood-Related Irritability
A short fuse or reactivity that feels hard to manage
Emotional Regulation Difficulties
Emotions that feel big, hard to navigate, or express
Stress-Related Physical Symptoms
Tension, digestive issues, fatigue
General Emotional Wellbeing & Resilience
Ongoing support for staying grounded and steady
Working alongside your therapist and psychiatrist
There is no expectation that you choose between conventional psychiatric treatment and this kind of care — the two are meant to work together.
Medication Fully Supported
Reviewed for safety alongside any herbal recommendations.
Complements Talk Therapy
Working on the body's nervous system and physiological stress response.
Coordinated Care
We communicate with your other providers when helpful.
Clinically Informed
Nearly three decades of mental health experience shapes every plan.
Common questions about mental health support
Is this meant to replace therapy or medication?
What makes this different from a typical acupuncture practice?
Is it safe to combine herbal medicine with my current medications?
Can you coordinate with my therapist or psychiatrist?
What does treatment actually involve?
Ready to get started?
If you're looking for a natural, complementary approach to support your mental health alongside therapy or psychiatric care, let's talk about how acupuncture and herbal medicine could fit into your plan.
Looking for whole-person support beyond mental health?
Explore holistic primary care for a broader range of concerns, or learn about acupuncture & electro-acupuncture as a foundation of care here.