Blossom Clinic

Very very impressed with my first appointment with Liz today. Having been to a number of naturopaths and acupuncturists in the past, I’ve seen a wide range when it comes to the attention to detail, customization of care, and level of overall organization in care providers.
Blossom has shown thus far to be top-​notch, with Liz getting a strong overall sense of where I am not only physically for the particular reason I came in, but also the other areas of my health that are affecting me — and emotional health to boot, which is vital. She showed genuine empathy and a real knowledge of the infertility realities that so many couples deal with, and I was comfortable enough to tell her everything about our journey — without fear of judgment.
During the acupuncture portion of my visit, I was incredibly comfortable — good cushioning under my knees, appropriate temperature, mellow music, and no external office noises that are unfortunately too common in many other offices (which can make it hard to relax).
My only reason for giving 4 instead of 5 stars is because they don’t bill insurance which I wasn’t aware of until I arrived. Fortunately I have a mileage credit card to use while I await reimbursement, but it would have been good to know upfront the costs, etc., as it’s a lot of money that not everyone has to pay upfront. Also just as a suggestion, I’d have loved to have been able to fill out the new patient paperwork from home and bring it in — maybe they can email it to new patients in the future so when they arrive they can get started with the actual appointment right away? :)
Anyhow, I am looking forward to reading Liz’s e-​book and coming back next week for more care — very pleased with the level of care provided in my first visit!

I was referred here by a colleague, specifically to see Morgan. I was really looking forward to it, since the colleague had praised her highly. I was given her number, and she was out of state (perhaps on vacay) but she called me back, even out of state! I was impressed that she would take the time to call me back when she was gone from the office.
My first appointment was back in January and I’ve been seeing Morgan every week since. The first appointment is a consultation to discuss what I was looking to get out of acupuncture for about 30 mins., and then you go straight into it. Morgan does s really great job of asking health questions, lifestyle questions, etc. to get an understanding of where you are now, to better understand where you want to be. And week to week I’m given encouragements and suggestions of how to improve habits, which I appreciate.
The benefits of acupuncture depends on what you want to improve in your life. One thing I’ve gotten out of it, is better sleep. I used to get 5 – 6 hours of sleep. Now, I get more relaxed at night, fall asleep easier and sooner, and get about 7 – 8 hrs. of sleep. I have other things I’d like to achieve with acupuncture, but I think it’ll take some time. It’s been nearly four months, so we’ll see!
The acupuncture itself is relaxing. I’m lying down, on a heated pad, with a pillow and blanket. There’s a heater at my feet, in a dimly lit room (it’s like when you go in for a massage), and an eye pillow to block out the dim lights. It feels so good. Like I’m in a warm cocoon. I usually fall asleep, and when I wake up I feel a little drowsy because the sleep is so good, that I don’t want to wake up. I love coming here and Morgan is awesome.
The business is this peaceful, little sanctuary, on the second floor of a row of shops right next to Whole foods. It is a really clean, relaxing place. I would recommend Blossom clinic to anyone!

When I was trying to conceive and the doctors told me I had unexplained infertility I turned to acupuncture. I saw Morgan at Blossom clinic before pregnancy and during the first trimester. Morgan is caring and knowledgeable in the area of acupuncture for fertility. I felt like I could be myself and cry when I needed to. I always left feeling better, less anxious and less stressed about my pregnancy goals. I would recommend her services to anyone who is going through this difficult time. I’m happy to share I had my first baby at age 36 with the help of acupuncture treatments from Morgan. I sought out additional treatments for the rest of my pregnancy and postpartum at another clinic that took my insurance. Thank you! Stephanie

Liz is really wonderful. I’d had a challenging experience with a different practitioner in the office, and Liz reached out to me personally and helped us to reach a place of resolution. Her presence as a healer is very warm, and compassionate, and her treatments very relaxing and effective. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Liz and highly recommend her as an acupuncturist. The clinic is also a warm, inviting, and overall lovely space.

Liz and team are the best. I started going to Liz when I was trying to get pregnant and also continued to go to her when I was pregnant. She is amazingly knowledgeable as well as personal. I would say Liz is a good friend. I would recommend everyone to go to Blossom.

Blossom has been a wonderful place for me over the last 7 months! Liz and her team really care about what is going on with me and my body and how they can all help. Just walking in gives me a great sense of calm and comfort — I know that I will be truly taken care of here. I highly recommend Liz and her team for acupuncture!!!

Blossom is the place to go for a little R & R. I’ve seen Lori multiple time for massages and she is always fantastic — I can’t recommend her enough! The space is welcoming, tranquil and conveniently located. I will always go back to Blossom Clinic.

Blossom has been an invaluable resource for me over the last 9 months. Liz is an intelligent, well-​informed and caring acupuncturist. Having tried acupuncture in the past with practitioners/​care I both I liked and didn’t like, I can confidently say Liz is one of the best in the business. I trust both her knowledge base and intuition. She has a lot of integrity and can handle feedback with grace.
Blossom Clinic, with a myriad of offerings (massage, naturopathy, etc.), is a great resource and an advocate for women’s health, which I love. I also had a massage from Lori, which was top notch (and I’ve had A LOT of massages!). I buy my probiotics, vitamins, and herbs from Blossom because I know the products are well-​researched and high quality.
I always leave Blossom feeling a little better about the world we live in and connected to a group of loving women!

Attractive office, and responsive, knowledgable practitioners who aim to help you improve your health! In addition to your treatment, you enjoy goodies like rose quartzes and lavender eye pillows. Even the woman who helps you schedule appointments is pleasant. It’s a really nice experience.

I visited five times for fertility. I prefer more personalized service. I felt as though Liz, the practitioner, didn’t review my file before each appointment as I had to remind her where I was in my cycle. I also like to have the practitioner check me after the treatment to see how it went before I leave the office. I had to remind her several times and twice found needles accidentally left in me as I was driving home. It may be that my appointment was right before lunchtime and she was hurrying out. I understand that we all have lots on our minds, but I felt that I wasn’t a priority during my appointment. I’m going to try another place. I wish them all the best, it’s a beautiful facility and it seems like other folks have had good experiences.

I received multiple treatments in 2011 & 2012. I totally believe the treatments I received made positive contributions to my successful pregnancy. From the welcoming office atmosphere through the day of transfer treatment I received at my fertility clinic I felt I was in great hands! Liz is a blessing and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Long overdue. This clinic is a straight up, straightforward healing place.
After moving to Portland in late 2012, I sought out acupuncture practitioners to address a herniated disc in my lower back (L5/​S1 for back pain fans). If you know this injury you know it can be suddenly and intensely painful and can come with associated pain and numbness down the legs. I needed to strengthen the surrounding area (see my review for MDT) and manage pain (if possible at the same time).
Both acupuncturists I’ve seen here are nothing less than first rate. Both took
a lot of time to assess my issues, ask abut my «back life» — I have twin 4year olds — and treated me according to my needs in each session.
Portland has a wealth of healers… or people who call themselves that. I have visited other acupuncturists. My general experience is not with mentioning. Too fast intakes, too little experience, not enough respect for the fact that each body is different. Skip all the painful research and go to Blossom instead.
Last word-I’m male and could have been scared off by the fertility/women’s health work they do here. If you have such concerns, they are unfounded. You’ll get what you need at Blossom while knowing they are doing good work to boot.
The pain has subsided considerably and I’m back to my pre– injury workout levels. I credit that in no small part to Blossom. I’d give 6 stars if I could.
Go forth and get healed, dudes.

Blossom is a lifesaver for expecting mothers. From acupuncture for preconception and prenatal care, to fabulous prenatal massages and Hypnobirthing classes for birth preparation, I have happily made use of most of the mommy-​to-​be services that Blossom offers.
I have been going to Blossom for over a year now, and can’t see myself going anywhere else for acupuncture or massage. The women who work here are genuinely concerned with giving clients plenty of personal attention, and constantly tailor their techniques to meet individual needs.
Seeing Liz and Lori for acupuncture and massage on a regular basis is something I genuinely look forward to – I always know I’ll be receiving the highest level of care with them. The beautiful office at Blossom makes one immediately feel calm and at ease, and the ladies who work there do their best to maintain that welcoming atmosphere with the warmth and compassion they extend to their clients.

This office is very relaxing, the staff are kind and extremely thoughtful!

Liz Richards, Blossom Clinic acupuncturist, is nothing short of a miracle worker. She has an intuitive grasp of women’s health and treatments, and her compassion and passion are always evident in her care. We absolutely credit her treatments with the successful conception and birth of our first child following fertility issues and loss. She was with us all the way, even accompanying us to perform acupuncture prior to embryo implantation during our IVF cycle (which, despite great odds, resulted in the birth of my amazing son). I would recommend Liz Richards and Blossom Clinic wholeheartedly for restorative health and personalized, compassionate care, especially in the areas of women’s health and fertility.

I first came upon Liz while trying to get pregnant and going through fertility treatments. Liz is amazing! She LISTENS and is compassionate and honest. You can tell that she is 100% confident in what she does and has found the career that she was meant to do. She is very educated about women’s bodies and hormones and keeps up to date on research and Western medicine’s perspective on fertility. Her treatments are very restorative and the clinic is so beautiful and zen and peaceful. If you’re trying to get pregnant, go see Liz! It works!

If you are suffering from hormone/​PMS issues, run, don’t walk to see Elise. I just went there today and so far am impressed. She really took her time to listen to what I was saying (over 1 ½ hrs) during the initial consultation. We’ll see how it goes, but as someone who has been experiencing horrible, horrible mood swings and other issues having to do with what I think is a hormone imbalance, it is worth any price to get it taken care of. Will let you know how it goes with the followup and if I experience any relief, but was impressed with my first visit and feel hopeful for the first time in months that I might not have to go through this again.

I really appreciate these ladies. Their specialty is women’s health & fertility issues but they can handle just about anything you throw their way. They are located in a cozy office above the WholeFoods on 15^th & NE Fremont. In the interest of full disclosure I won the Blossom Clinics grand prize recently with visits to the massage therapist, acupuncturist & Naturopath. It couldn’t have been a more well timed gift from the universe & the awesome crew at Blossom! I have just gone through an extremely challenging year fraught with moves, divorce, health issues & major amounts of stress. Feel like my next project is to rebuild me & these gifted practitioners are helping me get my feet back beneath me.
I’ve had an amazing massage with Kelcy, she was fantastic. She asked me about pressure & issues before hand and even though I prefer deep tissue I was still (possibly literally) drooling.
I was a little nervy about acupuncture & the owner & acupuncturist, Liz Richards was contentious about checking in with me. She also has a very cool smoking cessation program that has you detoxing & making a contract with yourself. This is going to be my next visit to Blossom!
I also saw the awesome Dr Elise. She is a very cool naturopathic Dr. that seems to have a very balanced approach to things. I respect her advise when she had me on a very restrictive detox/​allergen elimination diet told me it’s not something I would have to likely do forever but a way to reset my body & be able to listen what really affects it. She was also very sensitive to my financial issues formulating a plan that focused practical life changes, dietary changes & things I could do inexpensively instead of splashing out on supplements and tests I really didn’t have the income for. I truly appreciated her respecting my wish to be well while not having the means to fund everything I would like.
The common theme here really seems to be working together to establish a plan that improves your health while supporting you in your goals! Having these varied practitioners in one office makes it extremely convenient.
Thanks Blossom!

Liz is a miracle worker! Before and throughout my pregnancy, Liz has used acupuncture to help me with everything from morning sickness and nausea to strengthening my immune system and boosting my energy level. Now, during my third trimester, I have had the opportunity to start massage with Dalia. Wow! For the first time in months I am able to lie on my back as well as face down throughout the massage, thanks to the body pillow. Dalia managed to ease my lower back pain, reduce my feelings of stress, and just give me a great overall body massage. Liz and Dalia are both amazing professionals with positive outlooks who make you feel like you’re in a spa. I always leave feeling relaxed and refreshed.

As cliché as it may sound, Dr. Elise and Blossom Clinic have changed my life. I’ve had a variety of hard to treat health issues and I had long given up hope that I could have vibrant health. PCOS and a constellation of related issues led to fertility problems and general poor health. After a year of treatment with Dr. Elise, I have energy again, my cycle is almost regulated (after two decades of unpredictability!) and I’m 80 pounds lighter. Dr. Elise took the time to really listen and create an individualized treatment plan. It shows that she truly cares about her patients’ wellbeing and she has always taken the time to explain the science behind her nutritional guidance and treatments. She knows her stuff when it comes to hormonal and gut issues and I cannot recommend her highly enough! I also saw Liz for acupuncture today for the first time. She has such a welcoming and calming style! The clinic offers a range of nutritional and herbal supplements, but I’ve never felt pressured to purchase them in-​house though I’ve always been pleased with the quality and price. Really, can’t say enough about Blossom!