Ben Willems, M.S., L.AC.

Ben is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbologist. He practices Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which incorporates the use of Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Tuina massage (acupressure), and other techniques (including Reiki) to restore the body's natural balance. It is based on the principle that the body consists of Qi, or Vital Energy. Today's fast-paced, high stress lifestyles can lead to imbalance, which may manifest as pain, discomfort, or disease. Ben's goal is to restore and maintain balance in the body and as a result improve your health.

Some commonly treated conditions include (but are not limited to):

  • Pain: headaches, migraines, sciatica, arthritis, trauma/overuse (e.g. carpal tunnel), fibromyalgia, sports injuries
  • Psychological: depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress
  • Gynecological: menopause, menstrual irregularities, PMS, fertility
  • Respiratory: asthma, allergies
  • Digestive disturbances: nausea, constipation, acid reflux, weight control
  • Skin Disorders: Facial Rejuvenation ("Acupuncture face-lift"), scar tissue, acne, eczema, psoriasis
  • Children: ADD/ADHD
  • Miscellaneous: high blood pressure, common cold, stop smoking, chronic illness
In addition to the issues listed above, Ben also works on "difficult to treat" conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes, Cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

Regardless of your condition or age, TCM can help to balance your body, improve your spirit and positively affect your overall health.

Ben is originally from the Netherlands and has been living in the U.S. since 1997. He holds a Master's degree in Environmental Health Sciences and TCM. He used to work as a scientist for the Federal Government on skin and breast cancer research. He has taught at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Emperors College (both in Los Angeles, CA) and Atlantic University of Chinese Medicine (Asheville, NC). Ben has been working in the field of Healing Arts for 10 years.

NOTE: Ben practices at Sunshine Health one weekend a month. At other times he can be reached at his office in Asheville, NC at 828-274-3888 at Asheville Healing Arts.