About

An Sen means "Peaceful Heart" in Chinese. Since conception, An Sen has come from this very place. We believe that a peaceful heart creates balance in the body and mind, which is why we have created an environment and an opportunity that we hope will reconnect you with your own heart. An Sen's mortar space is quite simple, yet elegant in design, with an emphasis on traditional and modern Oriental. Our primary focus has, and always will remain the same...to help those in need by providing exceptional customer service and quality treatments.

Alysia Anderson completed her Masters Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in 2005 at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.There, she was trained not only in Acupuncture, but also in a variety of other healing modalities including Massage techniques, Pediatric Tuina, Herbal Medicine, & Reflexology. She was also educated in Western Science, Pathology and Physiology. Alysia is Nationally and State Certified to practice Acupuncture, and Board Certified in Chinese Herbal Medicine. Her Acupuncture styles focus mainly on Traditional methods, 5 Element and Tan. She concentrates on a holistic approach to healing, and enjoys incorporating a variety of therapies in her practice.

Ashley is a graduate of East-West College of the Healing Arts and specializes in Asian massage techniques.  Her approach tends to be deep, therapeutic and problem-focused.  She has an avid interest in natural methods of healing, and plans on pursuing the study of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  She is a native Oregonian, a practitioner of yoga and meditation, and enjoys spending time in nature.  She has also worked extensively with young children and, when not practicing massage, works hard at becoming everyone’s favorite baby-sitter.

Danielle has a bachelor of science from Portland State University, where she studied general science and international studies with a focus on China. She received a Masters degree in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. She is now an NCCAOM nationally board certified diplomat of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine and is licensed by the board of medical examiners in the state of Oregon. In 2006 she completed a Chinese medicine intensive program in Nanjing, China at China Nanjing International Acupuncture Training Centre sponsored by the State Administration of Chinese Medicine, People’s Republic of China.

While growing up in Durango, Colorado, Danielle was exposed at an early age to the healing benefits of plants, herbs, meditation and yoga. Living in the Four Corners area of the South Western United States also introduced her to the Native American cultures of the Navajo and Southern Ute tribes. She met several Native American medicine men and women and became fascinated by their ancient form of herbal healing. She befriended an acupuncturist/naturopath (Louise Edwards) in Durango in 1990 who would become her mentor. All of these experiences inspired her to begin a lifelong study in natural medicine. Her specialties include women’s heath and fertility, detoxification and cleansing, chronic and acute pain relief, stress relief, and digestive issues.

Her extensive work background includes stints in medical offices, the insurance industry, and most recently, a soft drink corporation. She retired in 2007 with the dual goal of pursuing her personal interests and finding a part-time job at a business that makes a positive difference in people's lives. She says An Sen clinic fits the bill. Of her support role at An Sen, she said, "I hope by managing the paperwork and manning the phones, I help our practitioners focus on what matters the most: the well-being of our clients." In her spare time, Nicole is an avid reader and gardener. Also, as an aficionado of contemporary art and a "closet" painter, she appreciates the artistic atmosphere of the Olympic Mills building, where An Sen is located. Nicole looks forward to meeting our clients and invites you to stop by to say hello.

Testimonials

"...the Acupuncture treatment yesterday was very powerful.no allergic reactions today so far, and my backache is gone.I've been sitting at the computer most of the day with no problem.thanks!"

"Thanks for the great massage. I'm totally mellowed out. I think I'd like to start every day like that!"

"Thank you for the acupuncture and massage work you did for my shoulder yesterday. I actually feel 100% better-though I still can feel some discomfort down in my elbow area.Met with my physician. She did not agree with the emergency physicians either that it was bursitis. I mentioned to her you had been working on that area and she said you made a good diagnosis!"

"Thank you for your herbal/nutritional phone consultation. I want you to know that your recommendations were beyond helpful. I am following the alkaline diet and take an acidophilus capsule and aloe juice every morning. I sip the licorice tea daily. I started feeling a difference in my stomach IMMEDIATELY and I hav'nt had any problems with it since. I cannot thank you enough. My mother thanks you as well (as she was quite worried about me). I have an appointment to get a complete physical next week but I hope that I can contact you in the future if I need to."

A Message from Alysia Anderson

From an early age, I envisioned myself getting into a profession of helping people and the world we live in.  I came across Acupuncture when I landed a job in Research at the Center for Complimentary Medicine, at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. There, I got the opportunity to see Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in practice and on paper.  I also had the chance to experience Acupuncture sessions for stress reduction and neck pain from a motor vehicle accident. I was amazed how beneficial it was!  It was then that I decided to move on to obtain my Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

I spent a lot of my life in athletic training, knowing that I needed appropriate rest, relaxation and proper nutrition to fuel my body.  I wish I knew back then what I know now about this wonderful medicine because it certainly would have given me the extra edge!  For instance, how it aids in reducing stress and fatigue, enhances quicker healing and recovery time from injury, sickness or trauma, and how it works deep within the body for many chronic complaints.  Studying, and using this powerful medicine, as well as evaluating modern scientific research, has given me the confidence to say that western medicine is not your only option or last resort!

I see myself as a facilitator in a persons healing process. I enjoy empowering patients on their healing journey because when they leave my office it is them that will ultimately be doing the hardest work.  I send patients home with the tools necessary to help them stay focused and attuned to making the right choices in achieving their healthcare goals.  I also believe strongly that a healthy body needs a health mind, so I strive to listen to what every patient is telling me so that I can work on the deeper, emotional levels.”

-Alysia M. Anderson, L.Ac, M.Ac.OM