Testimonials

At the North Portland Wellness Center, we are thrilled to hear and share your positive experiences & stories. Many of these testimonials have been taken from online reviews, and to protect anonymity we have replaced names with initials. If you would like to share your experience, please email your testimonial to annabelle@northportlandwellness.com Please let us know if we can use your full name. Thank you!

The North Portland Wellness Center sets the bar very high for what a holistic healing center can mean to the community. From the genuinely pleasant reception staff to the mellow, comfortable waiting areas to the exceptional care given by every practitioner (I have personally received chiropractic care, acupuncture and massage), the center strives to make you feel like you are in a place of wellness and positivity…without coming off as a cloyingly new age establishment… Whether for treatment or prevention, you owe it to yourself to schedule an appointment. -d.b.j.

I’ve been going to Lili for several months for treatment at the North Portland Wellness Center. She really knows her stuff, and has already helped me rehab an old neck injury from a car accident, a strained ankle, and has also addressed my chronic colds, combining acupuncture with diet changes and lifestyle changes. I find her empathetic, caring and competent. All of my friends who have visited the Wellness Center have been impressed with their services. I would recommend any of their staff; they are well-trained, wonderful folks! -e.w.

I received acupuncture at North Portland Wellness Center and was thoroughly amazed at the professionalism of the practitioners along with the zen-like atmosphere. They offer classes, workshops and so much more! I love the space, the staff and look forward to making this my new alternative health care stop.  -A. S.

I contacted North Portland Wellness Center for pain and numbness in my hands that I endured for about two months. I thought it might be pregnancy related and had no idea how to get relief. After my initial session I was immediately about 60% better. The acupuncture helped but in addition, Colleen consulted with me about my sleep position. We determined that sleeping on my side (required during pregnancy!) was causing the issue. She helped me find a better sleeping position and practiced it in the office. The first night I was able to sleep the whole night through in the position we practiced. In the morning I felt better than I had in months. I am so relieved to be on the road to recovery! -S. 9.

I came to North Portland Wellness Center for acupuncture and massage therapy. It is nice that my history is shared between the two professionals and they combine their services to work on my common issue which is neck pain right now. With acupuncture and massage combined I am not experiencing the pain anymore. Great place to go for all your wellness needs. -k. l.

Just walking into this renovated house lowers your blood pressure and it seems that you are surrounded by wonderful energy. I am a firm believer in prevention and use acupuncture to keep me at my best. My ability to fight off colds and other ailments is worth the time I have spent here. -K. S.

I am very happy with the service offered at North Portland Wellness. The atmosphere is very relaxing, the receptionist and staff are very welcoming. Recently I took my daughter 5yr old for a general wellness with Dr. Glenda the chiropractor. She was very gentle with her and integrated craniosacral, my daughter was so calm and was able to rest to heal what ever need it to be heal. Thanks to everyone at the North Portland Wellness Center. -F. F.

I found this center through Kaiser’s added choice listings. The location is convenient and easy to get to, and the massage therapists are kind and skilled. The wellness center was clean and comfortable, and I have recommended this place to many friends already. -H. J.

Not only have the treatments been transporting and wonderful, but I have been given practical tips for dealing with life outside of the Center: how to relax, how to deal with intense emotions, and in general, how to really take care of myself. -C.

All of the health care providers have been very careful and thoughtful of my needs in providing their treatment. They all listen very carefully and provide treatment according to our conversations. I’ve had acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic and every experience has been positive. -njm

I checked out NPWC with a gift card and found out that they can work with Kaiser (with a referral) for treatments for the cost of a co-pay. Those of you with Kaiser know how rad this is! I have been seeing Annabelle for acupuncture and she is phenomenal. Everyone there is super nice, friendly, knowledgeable and wants to ensure every one who comes through is happy, healthy and well. As soon as I walk in the door I already start to feel relaxed and I look forward to my appointments each week! I would recommend them to any of my friends. -jtts

I’m an acupuncture patient at NPWC and feel that the treatment I receive is the highest quality because of the talented and caring staff. The experience is always healing. I feel spoiled by the attention of the practitioners because I know my comfort and well being is important to them! -k.t.

I have to get frequent chiropractic adjustments due to working in an office environment. I’ve had adjustments from a really good chiropractor before, but recommendations brought me to NPWC…which I prefer. The individual treatment, the soothing atmosphere, the professional staff and the skilled doctor keep me going. Far from fostering dependence, Dr. Culbertson teaches exercises that reduce the need for regular adjustments. I highly recommend. -T.g.

I was rear ended 3 weeks ago. I was in much more pain than I had expected because it didn’t seem like a very serious accident (I was also in a much more serious accident 10 years ago). I learned that I could get acupuncture covered through my accident claim. I’ve had 3 treatments with Lili and already feel so much better. Lili is warm, insightful and is incredibly intuitive. Her pins always feel like they go exactly where they need to. I feel supported in many ways, have had some intense emotional releases and leave my appointments feeling so relaxed and calm. I also had a body work session with Emily last week – it was amazing! She did a very effective combination of deep tissue, joint mobilization, stretching and ended the session with some cranio-sacral. She is strong, steady and calming and clearly knows the body very well. -leog.