Laura Jean Castelluzzo, Licensed Acupuncturist

Starting Sunday afternoon I had a case of atypical trigeminal neuralgia. Normally trigeminal neuralgia is severe pain, but what I get once a year or so is mild annoying pain - so that’s what makes it atypical. The trigeminal nerve is cranial nerve # 5. It’s named tri because it has 3 branches. I shared a screenshot in this post of the parts of the face each branch innervates. It covers the whole face. For me, this is caused by stress, sometimes including physical stress o...n the face from cold wind. In Chinese medicine theory it’s caused from spring wind and typically I get it in the spring or fall. To treat myself I did some self massage and then yesterday a.m. I did acupuncture on my face. The pain lessened right away, but lingered all day and was pretty much gone by bedtime. No pain this morning 24 hours later. One treatment. Done. That and a good nights sleep. Sleep is essential for optimal health. If you suffer from trigeminal neuralgia or Bell’s palsy, please give me a call to schedule. I’m happy to work with you. If you have any questions, reach out. With love & light always, Laura Jean Hope you had a happy Halloween and take deep breaths today. #acupuncture #acupuncturist #lifecoach #lifecoaching #wisewords #selfcare #trigeminalneuralgia #facepain #nervepain #buffalony #wellness #bewell #sleep #healthylifestyle #health #feelgood #stressrelief #stress #loveyourself #healthcare #healthcareworkers #healthcarepractitioner #bellspalsy

* Surround yourself with beauty. * I took so many beautiful pictures this weekend and had so many wonderful moments but this Hemlock Grove yesterday at Allegany takes the cake. I was in heaven here. It was so magical and beautiful. These glorious Hemlock trees standing dark & tall with a halo or an aura of shorter deciduous trees and their bright yellow orange leaves. Heavenly. Also went to Graycliff Frank Lloyd Wright house & a rose garden on Saturday. Great stuff. Be ...in awe. Nature in particular is such powerful medicine. Calming. Nurturing. #lifecoach #lifecoaching #alleganystatepark #hemlockgrove #magicalplace #heavenly #beautifulmoments #beauty #nature #naturelovers #nofilter #writersofinstagram #peace #calming #bewell #behappy

Everything wants to be loved... especially the parts of ourselves that we struggle to accept... it is those parts that we see in others that we do not like. Love your disowned parts. Embrace the darkness. See the light through the darkness. The yin yang is a great example of this... the darkness is within the light and the light is within the darkness. This is the nature of duality; the world we live in. We all have dark and light within us. You can not escape it. The more... you go within, make time to love yourself, meditate... the more peace and love you will have within yourself and in your life. Meditate. Be in nature. Be in silence. Find time to be quiet and go within. Getting quiet leads to greater mindfulness and self awareness... this is the path to awakening. I love you all. Blessings to you. #spiritualpath #spiritualgrowth #embracethedarkness #wisewords #spiritualgangster #lifecoach #acupuncture #acupuncturist #chinesemedicine #meditation #selflove #selfcare #silence #gowithin #loveyourself #selflove #metime #nature #peace #love #stillness #mindfulness #selfawareness #awakening #wisewords

Yay! I did 31 minutes of yoga this morning! I had made a commitment to do it daily at the start of the year and then COVID happened and I just did what I could to stay sane, which was a lot of time outside... As I mentioned yesterday, being outside is SO HEALING! I had trouble getting back to a daily routine and I’m recommitting to that starting today. I’ve been getting my cardio in recently but yoga has been secondary for a while. ***I feel SO MUCH BETT...ER WHEN I DO YOGA!!!*** Feeling tight? Having back or neck pain? Joints giving you trouble? Having anxiety? DO YOGA! What goals have you been slacking on? Is it time to get back to it? It’s almost the end of 2020! It’s not too late to complete some goals! I know I’m going to be working on mine! Happy Wednesday, All! Love and Virtual Hugs! #yogatime #yogaeveryday #yoga #yogalife #selflove #selfcare #loveyourself #fitness #movemore #movementculture #spiritualgangster #goals #goals2020 #backpain #neckpain #tightmuscles #anxiety #lifecoach #acupuncturists #massage #3inone

Feeling stuck in your head or stuck in your emotions? ***It’s important to make space for your feelings*** but be careful that you don’t sit around all day having a pity party for yourself or sit in your $#!+ all day if you are angry about something. **Get outside and move your body!** Being outside helps us to get out of our heads and come back to the moment. Breath in some fresh air! Look up at the sky and see the vastness of the Universe. That always helps me to remember... how small my problems are. If this speaks to you, tag a friend... share it. Be Blessed, All! Much love! Always remember to give thanks. #acupuncturists #lifecoach #spiritualteacher #holdspaceforhealing #getoutside #exercise #befit #movemore #movementismedicine #happiness #behappy #peace #presence #presentmoment #humility #gratitude #movementculture #spiritualgangster #spiritualgrowth

Yay! I did 31 minutes of yoga this morning! I had made a commitment to do it daily at the start of the year and then COVID happened and I just did what I could to stay sane, which was a lot of time outside... As I mentioned yesterday, being outside is SO HEALING! I had trouble getting back to a daily routine and I’m recommitting to that starting today. I’ve been getting my cardio in recently but yoga has been secondary for a while. ***I feel SO MUCH BETT...ER WHEN I DO YOGA!!!*** Feeling tight? Having back or neck pain? Joints giving you trouble? Having anxiety? DO YOGA! What goals have you been slacking on? Is it time to get back to it? It’s almost the end of 2020! It’s not too late to complete some goals! I know I’m going to be working on mine! Happy Wednesday, All! Love and Virtual Hugs! #yogatime #yogaeveryday #yoga #yogalife #selflove #selfcare #loveyourself #fitness #movemore #movementculture #spiritualgangster #goals #goals2020 #backpain #neckpain #tightmuscles #anxiety #lifecoach #acupuncturists #massage #3inone

It’s just after 10pm & I just finished my workout. I’m pumped up in mind & body and want to get real with you all! I became a life coach & spiritual teacher in 2003, massage therapist in ‘05, and got my Masters of Science in Acupuncture in ‘11. I was going to wait until I’m finished w/ my personal growth book to start promoting myself again as a life coach, but it’s time to do it now. I’m in the knowledge industry and it’s time to drop some knowledge & make myself available... in this way. Part of what I know is that if I’m always comfortable I’M not growing and I intend to never stop growing. I couldn’t pay the bills as a spiritual teacher back in 2003 and that was humbling but I’m not going to let that stop me. I’ve learned SO MUCH MORE since then & have more tools under my belt. Got questions, drop me a line. If you’re feeling this, leave a . I’ve got so much for you. I’m just getting started. #lifecoach #letsgetreal #spiritualteacher #acupuncturist #behappy #bepeace #peace #love #shineyourlight See more

For those of you who have been waiting for massage to open, tomorrow is the day. Acupuncture and Life coaching are also available. Please feel free to call or text Laura Jean at 716-465-7408 to schedule, or book online. www.LauraJeanC.com Please note face coverings are required, please stay home if you have any COVID 19 symptoms, especially fever or cough, or if you have been exposed to someone who is COVID 19 positive please stay home. Also, enter through the back door and use the hand sanitizer or wash your hands upon entry. Thank you so much! We are looking forward to taking care of your needs at Real Massage, Pilates & Acupuncture. As far as I know, pilates is still online only.

I am happy to announce that we are ready to bring acupuncture back to Real! I've missed working with you all and look forward to seeing you again! I hope that you are all well and staying safe during this pandemic crisis. I'm thankful to say I have been and am healthy and have not been around anyone who has been sick or COVID 19 positive. In order to move forward, here's a few things you need to know before coming into the office. - All staff and clients must wear face co...Continue reading

It’s looking like maybe June 2, the office will be open again! Will keep you posted!

Hello Everyone! I hope you all are holding up and doing well through this pandemic. I’m looking forward to being able to work with clients again, and it’s looking like that will need to be with masks on when the time comes, but for now we still need to quarantine to stay safe and decrease the spread. That being said, please do your best to do the things that keep us healthy: low stress, healthy diet, fresh air, sunshine / Vitamin D, exercise, drink plenty of water. You can... spend time outside AND social distance. Also, if you are more than 6 feet from people in an area that is not crowded, you can breath in the fresh air without a mask. Fresh air is part of what keeps us healthy. People who are high risk may want to be more cautious, maybe more than 6 feet, but I still recommend getting some fresh air in your lungs. Also remember drinking warm fluids helps us stay healthy because the virus likes to hang out in the throat. Gargling with warm salt water or drinking warm lemon water is also great. We will get through this. If you are having trouble emotionally, please do some extra self care - journaling, exercise, warm bath, go for a walk out in nature, call a friend or family member... If you live with people make sure to get some alone time and if you live alone, maybe allow yourself to have a small circle of people that you see (1 to 3 people), you can still wear a mask or keep 6 apart. Emotional health is important. Keep your mind engaged in activities - home projects, cleaning, read a book... We are in the home stretch! We can do this! Sending love and light to you all. Here’s some important reminders I found by an MD, in this picture I’m attaching. Be safe AND be healthy. See you soon!

Laura Jean is offering: LIFE COACHING & GUIDED ACUPRESSURE SESSIONS (via phone, Skype, or WhatsApp) Investment: $80 / hour or sliding scale of $50 - $110 / hour. 30 minute sessions also available for half the investment. Laura Jean Castelluzzo started her commitment to a practice of wellness and spiritual growth in 2001. She has been a life coach, speaker and spiritual teacher since 2003. For over nine years, Laura Jean was in an ongoing spiritual development class with ...Native American Elder, Tahwehdahqui on the Tuscarora Nation. In addition she continued to increase her skills by attending leadership workshops and personal development courses through LifeResults out of Rochester, NY. Laura Jean has also been a practicing acupuncturist since 2011, and massage therapist since 2005. Acupressure is simply the use of acupuncture points and ashi (pain) points, using finger pressure. Under the current situation of quarantining due to coronavirus, acupuncture and massage therapy are considered "nonessential". Therefore the office at Real Massage, Pilates and Acupuncture is closed temporarily and we are offering services online so that we can do our part to flatten the curve. We are in this together. Call or email Laura Jean for an appointment: 716-465-7408 [email protected] #acupressure #lifecoaching #wegotthis #lifecoach #acupuncturist #onlineservices

Covid 19 Update Hello Everyone! Below is a message from Robyn, the owner at REAL, where I have my private practice. Be assured that we are doing everything we can to keep your health as our priority, including washing our hands before and after each massage or acupuncture visit, as we always do. In addition to this, it's a good idea for you to stay home if you have the symptoms associated with coronavirus: fever, runny nose, sore throat, cough, and can lead to difficulty b...reathing. I also recommend carrying around hand sanitizer and using it regularly while walking into and out of places after touching doorknobs etc. On top of all of this, please take care of yourselves to make sure your immune system is functioning optimally, and especially if you are compromised in any way. Here are some suggestions for you to up your self care: - make adequate sleep a priority (8 hrs recommended) - eat a healthy diet including lots of fresh green veggies and fruit, avoid processed foods, sugars (lower immune function), alcohol etc. - exercise is a great way to deal with stress, help you get a good nights sleep and boost your immune system. - do your best to keep a positive attitude, and have faith in your bodies ability to heal - take extra Vitamin C (EmergenC packs are great, which include 1000mg of C and other vitamins and minerals) - Zinc - Goldenseal or Oregon Grape Root extract would be good to keep on hand in case you get sick - Oregano oil / oreganol is an antiviral, consider taking it as a daily supplement. Garlic is also anti viral. Sending healing vibes out to you all and all of your loved ones and look forward to seeing you soon. Feel free to call or dm me if you have any questions. 716-465-7408 Be Well, Laura Jean

I recently wrote this for a presentation I did for my Inter-Professional Communications Class (part of my doctorate in acupuncture program). -------------------------------------------------------------- Using Acupuncture To Treat Anxiety & Depression Hello, my name is Laura Jean Castelluzzo. I’m a licensed acupuncturist, studying for my doctorate, as well as a massage therapist and life coach. I’d like to talk with you about the concept of treating anxiety and depression...Continue reading

Giving thanks for all the page likes! Just passed 500! Thanks for all the support. I'm hear to help you be happier and healthier. <3

So excited to share my recent blog with you, The Four Keys to Healthy Living! :) https://laurajeanc.wordpress.com//the-four-keys-to-health/