Gentle acupuncture for lasting regulation
Dr. Kihyon Sohn practices a calm, precise style of acupuncture focused on supporting your body’s natural ability to regulate itself — not forced reactions, but steady improvement over time.
Individualized care focused on regulation, not force
Not all acupuncture feels or functions the same. Dr. Sohn’s approach emphasizes precision and restraint — using the minimum stimulation needed to guide the body toward balance, rather than aggressive techniques that can overwhelm sensitive systems.
Each session begins with pulse diagnosis and a careful review of how your body has responded since the last visit. Treatment decisions are made in real time, adjusted to your current state — not a fixed protocol.
Many patients who have found other approaches too strong or ineffective respond well to this style of care.
Ultra-thin needles
Minimal stimulation for maximum precision. Suitable for patients who are sensitive, fatigued, or new to acupuncture.
Pulse-based diagnosis
Traditional pulse reading guides point selection at every visit. Treatment adapts to your body’s current state, not a fixed plan.
Korean acupuncture style
Rooted in classical Korean hand acupuncture and constitutional medicine, refined through years of clinical practice.
Calm, unhurried sessions
Sessions are never rushed. Time is taken to understand what has changed since your last visit and adjust accordingly.
Acupuncture for a wide range of conditions
Each condition is approached individually. The following pages provide detailed information on how Dr. Sohn addresses each concern.
IBS & Digestive Disorders
Comprehensive care for IBS-C, IBS-D, chronic bloating, and gut–brain dysregulation. Dr. Sohn’s primary specialty.
Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Acupuncture calms the autonomic nervous system and reduces the frequency and intensity of anxiety symptoms.
Insomnia & Sleep Difficulties
Restoring natural sleep rhythm through nervous system regulation and reduction of stress-driven wakefulness.
Depression & Emotional Health
Supporting emotional stability and resilience through consistent nervous system regulation and constitutional care.
Digestive Disorders
Broader digestive conditions beyond IBS, including nausea, GERD, appetite irregularity, and post-meal discomfort.
Pain & Musculoskeletal Support
Gentle support for chronic pain, tension, and musculoskeletal conditions including sciatica and back pain.
Chemotherapy Side Effect Support
Supportive care for patients undergoing cancer treatment, addressing fatigue, nausea, and systemic stress.
Post-COVID Conditions
Addressing lingering fatigue, brain fog, nervous system dysregulation, and other post-COVID symptoms.
Traditional Herbal Medicine
Classical Chinese herbal formulas individually prescribed to support and extend acupuncture treatment.
Your treatment from first visit to lasting results
Every patient’s path is different, but the structure of care follows a consistent, thoughtful progression.
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Initial Consultation
60–75 minutes. Dr. Sohn reviews your full history, performs pulse diagnosis, and outlines a personalized treatment plan with clear expectations.
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Early Sessions
Weekly visits in the first 3–4 weeks. Each session is adjusted based on your response. Most patients notice early shifts within this period.
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Progress Review
After 6–8 visits, Dr. Sohn formally reassesses progress and discusses whether to continue, adjust, or transition to maintenance care.
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Maintenance
As symptoms stabilize, visit frequency decreases. The goal is lasting regulation with the least amount of ongoing intervention needed.
Acupuncture combined with herbal medicine
For many conditions — especially chronic digestive issues, anxiety, and insomnia — acupuncture works most effectively when supported by traditional herbal medicine. Herbal formulas work continuously between sessions, extending the regulatory effect that acupuncture initiates.
All herbal recommendations are made individually based on your specific pattern and constitution. Nothing is prescribed generically or off-the-shelf.
Learn about herbal medicine →Works between sessions to maintain the regulatory progress made during acupuncture treatment.
Formulas are tailored to your specific pattern — not a generic supplement or standard protocol.
Based on centuries of East Asian herbal medicine, refined through modern clinical practice.
Recommended only when clinically appropriate. Always explained clearly before prescribing.
Dr. Kihyon Sohn, L.Ac.
Dr. Kihyon Sohn is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Oriental Medicine with over a decade of clinical experience. He practices in Beaverton, Oregon, serving patients from across the Portland metro area.
His clinical focus is on chronic digestive conditions, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation — conditions that require consistent, pattern-based care rather than symptomatic treatment.
- Doctor of Oriental Medicine (DOM)
- Licensed Acupuncturist — State of Oregon
- National Board Certified (NCCAOM)
- Specialty training in Korean acupuncture
- Classical herbal medicine practitioner
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