Equinox Acupuncture & Herbs

Ancient Medicine Revolutionary Healing

Formerly Jade Mountain Medicine

New here? Here’s what to expect.

Calm, collaborative care with clear next steps—paced to your comfort.

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Start with a conversation

We’ll talk through what’s going on, what you’ve tried, and what you’re hoping for.

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Personalized treatment plan

Acupuncture and herbs are tailored to you—your body, your history, your life.

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Clear next steps

You’ll leave knowing what we’re doing, why, and what to expect between visits.

Kara Peterson, acupuncturist at Equinox Acupuncture & Herbs in Ashland, Oregon
Meet Kara

Kara offers acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine with a calm, grounded approach. Care is personalized, collaborative, and paced to your comfort—so you feel supported from the first visit.

With 30 years of work in women's health and 20 years practicing Chinese medicine, Kara brings a unique blend of deep understanding and extensive practical experience to her patients. Her approach is deeply rooted in elemental earth-based healing traditions and she has had the opportunity to learn from many traditional healers and herbalists over decades of travel and study.

  • Compassionate care: Compassionate care, Personalized treatments and collaborative partnership between patient and practitioner.

  • Clear communication: you'll understand the plan and what to expect between visits.

  • Trauma-informed pacing: gentle, respectful care that meets you where you are.

What People Are Saying

A few words from people who have received care with Kara.

Equinox Acupuncture & Herbs

“Kara and Equinox Acupuncture & Herbs have been miraculous for me. Acupuncture improved my balance, calmed my inflamed nerves, ended my 35-year history of migraines, and gave me life back.”

— Darlene Kelty, Ashland, OR

“Prior to seeing Kara, I had a complete nervous breakdown. I was having severe anxiety and panic attacks… Once I was on that table, I experienced a sense of complete relaxation and calmness. My symptoms improved greatly just after a few weeks.”

— Anonymous, Ashland, OR

“I came to see Kara because I was having severe PMS… After about three months I noticed I felt fine and energetic as my period approached. The treatment worked.”

— Laurel Steinberg

“This clinic has been extremely supportive as I’ve searched for solutions to my long-standing, complex health problems. I feel genuinely cared for whenever I’m there. Hats off to Kara and the team for their hard work in pursuit of their principles!”

— Ashland Resident