Meet Our Acupuncture Team
Dr. Karolina Zagaja
Naturopathic Doctor, Specializing in Acupuncture
DrZagaja@HerbaAcupuncture.com
Dr. Karolina is fluent in Polish!
Accepts Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare
My name is Dr. Karolina Zagaja and I am a licensed Naturopathic Physician, specializing in acupuncture. I graduated from the University of Bridgeport, where I earned my doctorate in naturopathic medicine. I am also board-certified with an active physician’s license in the state of Connecticut, along with being a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Becoming a naturopathic physician was not always the plan for me. While in undergrad at Quinnipiac University, I always thought I wanted to become a dentist. It wasn’t until my last year of undergrad that I really took a moment and decided that dentistry was not the right path for me. I always knew I wanted to do something in healthcare, and luckily, my sister, a medical doctor, introduced me to naturopathic medicine.
Within my first year of naturopathic medical school, I struggled with my eczema flaring up to the point that I couldn’t get any relief from any steroid or prescription medicine. I consulted my naturopathic professor and followed her recommendations of changing my diet, discontinuing steroids/prescription medications, and starting natural supplements. Shortly after, my eczema went into remission, and I knew that the naturopathic field was for me.
Dr. Zagaja’s Acupuncture Specialities are
General Pain
Gastrointestinal Disorders (bloating, acid reflux, IBS, constipation)
Arthritis
Migraines/Headaches
Bell’s Palsy
TMJD
Women’s health (perimenopause, menstrual cycle regulation, hormone balance)
Fertility (natural, IVF, IUI, birth stimulation)
Mental health (fatigue, anxiety, stress, sleep disturbances)
Seasonal Allergies/congestion
Maura Emerick
Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist
Maura@HerbaAcupuncture.com
Accepts Anthem, Aetna, Husky, United Healthcare, VACCN
My name is Maura Emerick and I am a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with specialized training in orthopedic acupuncture. I earned my degree at the New England School of Acupuncture, now a part of MCPHS University in Worcester. I am also a nationally certified Diplomate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine through the NCCAOM.
My original undergraduate degree was in Business and Marketing, but after working in the marketing field for 4 years, I realized it was burning me out more than lighting me up. Around that time, I started doing yoga and ended up doing a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training. I loved teaching yoga, but still felt like something was missing. After a minor car accident, my chiropractor suggested I try acupuncture and after my first session I knew that was the right path for me.
The beauty of acupuncture is that it can treat a wide variety of ailments because we are really treating the whole person instead of just the complaint. After about 4 years of practice, I have seen this medicine provide relief from many different symptoms. However, I have also found that allowing patients space to take a break from their busy lives and have an hour to connect with themselves and settle their nervous systems is another important benefit of the treatment.
Maura’s Acupuncture Specialities are
Pain management
Fertility (natural, IUI, IVF, labor support)
Women’s health (perimenopause, menstrual cycle regulation, hormone balance)
Migraines/Headaches
Mental Health (anxiety, depression, stress)
Sleep issues
Seasonal allergies/congestion
Fibromyalgia symptoms
Orthopedic issues
Dr. Zagaja’s treatment schedule is as follows:
Monday : 1pm - 7pm
Tuesday : 2pm - 7pm
Wednesday : 12pm - 7pm
Thursday : OFF
Friday : 9am - 2pm
Saturday : 9am - 1pm (every other weekend)
Maura’s treatment schedule is as follows:
Monday : 11am - 4pm
Tuesday : OFF
Wednesday : 12pm - 5pm
Thursday : 2:30pm - 7pm
Friday : OFF
Saturday : 9am - 1pm (ever other weekend)
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