My name is Joe Siuda. I use Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs and Tai Chi movement to improve the health of my clients. If you have any concerns about your health or just want to feel your best I would love to talk with you further. With the comprehensive services offered by Golden Compass you can find your way to optimal health.
David Carradine in the TV series Kung Fu was my childhood hero and spawned my interest in the Far East. Carrying only a bamboo flute, a small satchel of herbs and the clothes on his back, the lone Shaolin Monk in the Old West spread justice, healing and Eastern philosophy wherever he wandered. I first became interested in the healing arts through my involvement in Shorinji Kempo, a Japanese martial art where acupressure was taught alongside techniques for self-defense. In my twenties I discovered Tai Chi where Taoist philosophy is embodied in graceful movement and health and self-defense benefits are united in one art.
My Master’s thesis research on the Japanese use of Chinese Herbs as a cultural anthropology student further ignited my interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine which led me to pursue formal training in 2001 at the Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Health and information is freedom. At its heart, TCM is a very practical healing system. Once the language barrier is overcome and a few key concepts are introduced, Chinese Medicine is simple to understand. My goal is to demystify TCM and empower patients to take charge of their own health.
Mission Statement
I am committed to serving our community by providing:
Comprehensive preventative and remedial treatments using Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, Tai Chi and related modalities.
Education and Consultation Services focusing on the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which will empower the individual to make more informed health, diet and lifestyle choices.
A serene, supportive, space where people can temporarily leave there worldly cares behind, relax and heal.
In summary, I will provide the care, tools, and information necessary to enable clients to achieve their optimal level of health.
EDUCATION/ CREDENTIALS
Master of Oriental Medicine, Texas College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2004
Awarded Lisa Lin Foundation Scholarship 2001; NuHerbs scholarship recipient 2002
Certified Tai Chi Instructor, Peaceful Dragon School, 1999
M.A., Anthropology, Western Michigan University, 1997
Emphasis in Cultural Anthropology, Asian Medical Systems
Department award recipient of outstanding performance as a graduate student 1993-1994
B.A., Sociology, Michigan State University, 1991
Japan Center for Michigan Universities, semester study in Japan 1989
Member of Tower Guard (honors and service organization) 1989
