Michelle G Blackwood, LAc, MAc, Dipl. Ac.
Licensed Acupuncturist with Oregon Medical Board
Masters in Acupuncture with Chinese herbal specialization
Diplomate of Acupuncture with NCCAOM
Hello. I am Michelle. I am the daughter of a registered nurse and have always wanted to be in the medical field. My journey to becoming an acupuncturist began in a quiet room with two student practitioners. After my very first treatment, I felt something deeply shift, and without hesitation, I walked straight to the dean’s office to enroll in the next semester. I often joke that they gave me the “sign your life away” needle—because that moment truly changed everything.
After earning my Master’s in Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine from The Academy of Chinese Healing Arts, I left my home state of Florida to explore the country, reconnect with family and friends, and ultimately found my happy place here in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
My life is fueled by a passion for movement, mindfulness, and savoring all the small sensory joys around me. Whether it’s my daily yoga practice, hiking through lush trails, cycling along scenic routes, or simply soaking up the natural beauty, I’m constantly inspired by this vibrant environment. Food is another source of joy for me. I love crafting meals that nourish both body and soul. And when I want to challenge myself, mountain biking keeps me feeling young, strong, and full of spirit.
Opening Acupuncture Works LLC in 2001 was a dream come true, allowing me to do what I love every single day. My approach is simple but heartfelt: I treat each person as a unique individual, focusing on the whole person rather than just symptoms. I believe healing is a collaborative journey, where together we explore not only acupuncture but also home care, nutrition, lifestyle, herbs, acupressure, and relaxation techniques to help you thrive.
In every session, I bring warmth, professionalism, and a genuine desire to educate. I take time to explain what’s happening, so you feel empowered and comfortable throughout the process. I’ve had the privilege of caring for people from all walks of life and all ages, and I’m committed to making holistic healing accessible to as many as possible.
What continues to inspire me most is witnessing the body and spirit’s remarkable ability to heal itself. It would truly be an honor to walk alongside you on your path to health and well-being.
What people are saying
"I was introduced to Michelle when I was going through cancer treatment; she changed my life. Not only was she able to treat my chemo symptoms, but put me on a profound path of healing. Body, mind, and spirit. i love her."
JENNIFER C
"I started seeing Michelle while I was pregnant for general pain but the real magic happened during my postpartum period. She helped me with my PPD, stress, back pain, improved my sleep and balancing the whole slew of emotions that come in the 4th trimester."
HEATHER G.
"Michelle is very knowledgeable about acupuncture and she cares about her clients. She is a lovely person and works hard to help you feel comfortable with acupuncture and truly wants to help you feel better physically."
KELLY W.
"Michelle has been extremely helpful in my treatment. She takes time to go over each individual's needs and what options are available. She will also make different recommendations depending on your treatment needs."
MICHAEL B.
"I was very pleased with the outcome of my treatment with Michelle. She listens carefully to your spoken words as well as what your body is telling her. She educates you as she works along. I really appreciate that. I walked in with a pain rating of 10 and left below 6."