Sharon E. Miller, L.Ac, M.Ac..ADS, has established a reputation as a pioneer in holistic health, blending acupuncture, energy medicine, and wellness practices to deliver personalized, transformative care. She works as an acupuncturist and Reiki practitioner at Personal Balance Acupuncture & Health Services, LLC, where she develops individualized treatment plans that address physical and emotional well-being. Her approach combines five-element acupuncture with careful assessment of each patient’s history and needs, guiding clients toward balance, healing, and overall wellness through natural methods.
Ms. Miller’s academic background laid the foundation for her integrative practice. She earned a Master of Acupuncture from the School of Integrative Health at Notre Dame of Maryland University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in alternative medicine from Everglades University in Florida and an associate degree in computer technology. Her education provided guidance in both conventional and alternative approaches to health, equipping her to integrate mind, body, and spirit practices into effective treatment plans.
In her acupuncture practice, Ms. Miller specializes in five-element acupuncture, a method that draws on natural cycles and traditional healing concepts. She begins each session with a thorough intake of patients’ medical, family, and social histories, followed by an assessment to determine immediate needs for block treatments. Many of these treatments focus on addressing emotional traumas, which often contribute to physical pain. Her approach has yielded notable success, with a significant portion of patients achieving substantial pain relief. She treats a wide range of conditions, including fertility concerns, women’s health issues such as painful menstruation and premenstrual syndrome, digestive disorders like gastroparesis and irritable bowel syndrome, and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Alongside acupuncture, Ms. Miller provides Reiki therapy as a complementary modality. Since beginning her Reiki practice, she has witnessed remarkable outcomes, including cases of recovery from severe injuries and illnesses. Among these are a family friend who emerged from a coma following a traumatic brain injury and a close friend diagnosed with lung cancer who became cancer-free after a combination of Reiki sessions, guided visualization and breathwork.
Ms. Miller’s services also include thermography scans, which capture thermal images of the body for analysis by health care professionals, including medical doctors, naturopathic doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. This technology supports early detection and ongoing monitoring of health conditions, enhancing the integrative care she provides.
Ms. Miller has earned several professional certifications that enhance her practice. She is a licensed acupuncturist, an acupuncture detoxification specialist, and holds certification in nutritional response testing. She is also a Reiki master. Her diverse educational experiences and training in business management have enabled her to manage all aspects of her practice, from patient care to administrative operations, with skill and efficiency.
In addition to her professional work, Ms. Miller has made significant contributions to her community through volunteer service. She has offered acupuncture at a detox crisis center in Martinsburg, providing the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association protocol to individuals seeking help for addiction. Many clients reported that acupuncture reduced or eliminated their need for medication-assisted treatment. She has also assisted other practitioners in obtaining certification and participated in volunteer projects at local churches.
Ms. Miller’s contributions have been recognized with multiple awards, including Best Acupuncturist in Martinsburg and Best of Thervo. Born in the United States, she values time with family, including her two children: a son in computer science who works for the government, and a daughter who teaches special education for autistic children. She enjoys swimming, traveling, and spending time with her three grandchildren.
Looking ahead, Ms. Miller is dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits of acupuncture for individuals struggling with addiction. She seeks to increase recognition of acupuncture as an alternative to medication-based treatments for substance use disorders and aims to expand outreach through collaborations with treatment facilities, community presentations, and civic organizations.