Acupuncture West - Boise, ID
Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, and
BodyTalk Treatment in Boise, Idaho
6550 W Emerald Street, Suite 112
Acupuncture West was started by husband and wife team Peter and Jennifer Games, who are the primary practitioners. They are both licensed acupuncturists in the state of Idaho, nationally board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), and have each received over 3000 hours of training by expert Chinese and American acupuncturists.
At Acupuncture West, we specialize in the treatment of acute and chronic pain, as well as women's health disorders, including infertility. We serve the Boise metropolitan area and surrounding communities, and are located in close proximity to one of the major medical centers in Boise, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center.
Licenses/Certifications
 Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
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Chinese Herbology (NCCAOM)
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Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
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Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM)
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License Info
PT-2224, ACU-220 (ID)
Bio
Jennifer received her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She is also board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) as a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, encompassing acupuncture, Chinese herbology, and traditional Chinese medical theory. In addition, she holds the title of licensed acupuncturist by the state of Idaho.
Jennifer is also a licensed physical therapist in the state of Idaho. She received her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 1993. Jennifer has 18 years of combined traditional and complementary medical experience with specialized training in womenâs health.
Jennifer received her clean needle technique certification from the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM). Jennifer also received traditional Thai massage certification at Wat Pho Thai Traditional Medical School in Bangkok, Thailand. She has received continuing education studying under renowned acupuncturists and doctors, including Richard Tan, O.M.D., Jeffrey Yuen, O.M.D., and Giovanni Maciocia, L. Ac.
In 2000, Jennifer received her certification to become a BodyTalk practitioner and since that time her interest in BodyTalk has continued to grow. She is drawn to the BodyTalk system because of its simplicity, effectiveness, and ability to address body, mind, and spirit issues in a comprehensive and gentle way. Jennifer has continued her BodyTalk training in advanced modules. Wherever possible, Jennifer will integrate BodyTalk into the treatments that she administers.
Away from the office, Jennifer enjoys reading, hiking, and practicing yoga.
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Payments Accepted
Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, Debit Card, Insurance
Hours
M T Th F (10am - 6pm)
Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Acupuncture / Alternative Medicine
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Auricular Acupuncture
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Dr. Tan's Balance Method
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Chinese Herbal Medicine
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Classical Acupuncture (Yuen)
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Cosmetic Acupuncture
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Cupping
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Dietary Therapy and Nutrition
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Electro-Acupuncture
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Gua Sha
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Japanese Style Acupuncture
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Lifestyle Counseling
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Moxibustion
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Qigong
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Shiatsu (Acupressure)
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Tai Chi Chuan
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Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
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Tuina
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