About Us
Mark Whalen, Owner & Acupuncturist
Mark Whalen is the owner, Acupuncturist and Herbalist at Five Points Acupuncture & Herbal Solutions. Mark believes in integrating the traditional Chinese Medical model with modern Allopathic Medicine to get the best results for his patients.
Little things, consistently applied, make the big differences. Mark doesn’t believe in chasing the latest health trend or biohacking supplement. He believes that combining Acupuncture/Herbal Medicine with western medicine (if needed) is the most effective way to help people.
He first became interested in acupuncture while he was a patient. Facing an unwanted surgery for a nerve entrapment, Mark turned to acupuncture and not only did it resolve his issue, it changed his life. After having his issue resolved, Mark became fascinated by the philosophy behind Acupuncture and in the whole body approach it offered. His acupuncturist in Texas, originally from Korea, told him of a school in Watertown, MA. Mark drove by the school everyday for years and never knew it existed. So Mark packed his bags and headed back to Massachusetts to go back to school. The rest, as they say, is history.
The goal of Mark’s clinic is to help as many people as possible overcome their health challenges through natural methods. Mark believes there are five key areas of health that need to be optimized- Sleep, Stress, Pain, Digestive health and weight management (blood sugar balance) for a person to thrive.
In his spare time, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He enjoys live music, reading, studying, and loves a good comedy.
Mark graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture in 2005 with a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is licensed to practice Acupuncture in Massachusetts by the Massachusetts Board of Medicine Acupuncture Commission and in Herbal Medicine by the NCBHM (National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine). He enjoys treating pain, fertility, migraines and digestive disorders.
Want to know if you’re a good fit to work with Mark? Reach out and request a free consultation below. Find out why we’re the highest rated clinic in the area.
If you have questions about Five Points Acupuncture or about whether acupuncture is right for you, please feel free to contact us for more information.
Located at 20 Pondmeadow Dr. Suite 107 (within the Reading Health Center) Reading, MA
Hours:
Monday 9:30am-1:00pm and 4-7pm
Tuesday 9:30am-1:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30am-1:00pm and 4-7pm
Thursday 9:30 am-1:00pm
“I am better able to deal with stress, my sleep quality has improved and Mark has been able to help me with a number of issues from allergies to digestion.”
“After many years of suffering with digestive issues, I found permanent relief via the acupuncture treatment Mark provides. Through treatment sessions and Chinese herbs, I am regular and do not suffer from gas and bloating. I also have more energy.”
“After a few acupuncture sessions I saw signs of change in my sleep and headaches. I am sleeping much better and for my headaches, I have not had an aspirin/Tylenol for 5 months as I write this.”
“I cannot say enough good things about Mark and how professional he is. There is a gentleness about him that complements his knowledge of acupuncture and truly makes his techniques effective … If you are going through IVF, I highly recommend that you see Mark.”
“I first started acupuncture with Mark to help heal a heel spur and the resulting plantar fasciitis. From the first session Mark was extremely easy to work with. Thanks to Mark, I am back on the streets jogging and improving the pain I experience week to week.”
“I was recommended to see Mark Whalen at Five Points Acupuncture and Wellness by a loyal friend. I had a sharp pain in my lower back which made it difficult to walk. After five appointments with Mark, I am pain-free and walking fine.”