About Healing Way

About Us:

First off…Thank you for showing interest in our services and clinic.  We strive to care for everyone in the best way possible, in whatever manner you arrive.  Everyone is unique and we aim to meet you in the way that works best for you.

Acupuncture Tennessee is located inside a beautiful old house; the space is designed to leave you feeling “at home”.  The goal is to have you as comfortable as possible, feeling that you can just be yourself here, whatever form that may be.  

Instead of going straight to “About me”, what about you???  When seeking out healthcare, what qualities do you seek?  Compassion and friendliness with kind, attentive care? You can find it here.  How about skills and experience stemming from constant on-the-job learning, combined with strong educational backgrounds? This is what we offer.   

Our skillset as healers comes from years of study and endless contemplation of the depths of this medicine.  It also stems from our own personal healing journeys.  Learning comes in the clinic every day, as each patient brings unique circumstances.  We strive to always improve, as there is always more to learn about this medicine/art.  

Though we might try to ease your experience with a bad joke (or three), we would feel honored to hold space for you to cry here as well (though please not at the bad jokes!).  Again, your life experience is unique and we hold space for you to transcend from your space of discomfort.  

Of course we are up to date with all licensing, national certifications, continuing education and all the formal requirements of a qualified healthcare professional.  We are licensed through a subsection of the Tennessee Medical Board. 

Kevin Laux: Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

First off, I am very passionate not only about my job, but about the role that healing (and suffering) play in life.  If we feel better, we tend to spread that love to our community.  Being able to be a part of that ripple is dearly important to me.  Thus, the role of healer is a form of spiritual practice.  

Self care, deep reflection, meditation and even play are integral to this process.  This includes many types of movement,  (yoga, Qi Gong, exercise, etc…).  In more playful form, this happens for me in kayaks, on hiking trails and in concerts!  

Cooking is a big part of my life.  It’s an endless (and always fun) quest to keep finding different ways to blend healthy and delicious.  The most fun is when family and friends all get to participate in the love.

My family life involves three daughters, many others and a whole lot of love.  We enjoy exploring, concerts, nature and all sorts of magic.  Life is a blessing.  

Upon graduating with a Masters of Oriental Medicine in 2006, I continued studies with some amazing teachers.  The most influential has been Jeffrey Yuen, 88th generation of the Daoist Jade School of Purity.  He is masterful at blending the physical, emotional and spiritual wisdom Chinese Medicine has to offer.  

Other influential teachers include Heiner Fruehauf and Dr. Arnaud Versluys.  Both have learned and taught Classical Chinese Herbalism in a way that connects our present to the true roots of our medicine.  I could study with them for years and always gain profound wisdom. 

Education & Training

Tennessee Licensed Acupuncturist #400

• Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Daoist Traditions, 2022.
• Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, AOMA graduate school of Integrative Medicine, 2005

• Bachelor of Life Science, double major of Bioengineering and Chemistry, University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, 2000

Teri Albanese: Licensed Acupuncturist

I am a clinical acupuncturist certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture. I obtained my degree at New York College of Health Professions.

My education background includes a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine. Tennessee Licensed Acupuncture #485

I always knew I wanted to work in the healthcare system.  I’ve always had a strong desire to help people truly feel better and have a quality of life.  After seeking help from an acupuncturist for health issues, I fell in love with this type of medicine.  I knew without a doubt that this is what I wanted to do.  

I have a passion to help others live a meaningful authentic life.

My main priority is to address each individual’s underlying and immediate issues by treating the whole person.  My compassionate and empathetic nature keeps me dedicated to nurturing your healing journey.

I am also a wife and a mother.  I enjoy spending time with my family making healthy meals as well as gardening, kayaking and bike riding. I appreciate nature’s beauty and spend as much time outdoors as possible.