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Micah has helped me tremendously and has gotten to the root of my issues, working with me on a holistic level. He practiced Light Healing Touch Therapy and Meridian Correction, which I recommend to anyone who has been through a trauma in their life. He also gave me herbs to calm my adrenals and my intestines. I recommend Micah to anyone who is having any sort of health issue."
Nancy Veurink
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It took many years to get pregnant with my first child. After several years of trying to get pregnant again my husband and I thought we might have only one child. Many of my symptoms seemed to be thyroid related, but all tests done by medical doctors showed borderline, but normal, results, suggesting that my thyroid wasn't the problem. Finally I sought help from an alternative doctor. That doctor put my on thyroid medicine and bio-identical hormones, which had poor results and some scary side effects. Finally, at the advice of a friend, I went to Micah. Initially I was quite skeptical, but together we worked to improve my thyroid and balance my hormones using natural supplements and other techniques. After four months of working with Micah my thyroid began to improve, as well as my cycles. I lost ten pounds in three weeks, had more energy, and was pregnant within 5 weeks! I am now expecting in June of 2011. The process of getting off medications and trusting that supplements, homeopathics, and other treatments that Micah offers was hard, but trust me when I say it is much easier than years of agonizing over infertility, being bound to medications, and living in poor health. I wholeheartedly recommend Micah and his services. Thank you Micah!
Robin V.
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I first met Micah two years ago and I thought I knew exactly what was wrong with me. I came to him with a list of physical ailments that I just wanted "fixed." Little did I know that the office visit would leave me finally understanding, for the first time, that there was nothing "physically" wrong with me.
Micah was able to guide me patiently and gently through a process of understanding myself. I never felt anything but safe, comfortable and supported. He was available and kind and answered all of my questions with a calm, neutral tone that allowed me to find the answers in my time, without judgment.
Figuring out that the barriers that existed in my life were of my own creation also empowered me to take them down. I regained my personal, my sense of control, and began to recognize my strengths more fully. Through this process, I regained my physical health and have now realized that my journey is life-long and I am so excited for it! I am so very thankful that I have found Micah and I consistently lead friends, families and anyone who asks in his direction!
Stacy P.
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I'm a cat lover that somehow married a man with serious allergies. When my tiny stray kitten came into our newlywed life, we had a problem. With Micah's help using custom-made homeopathic remedies (no gross side effects from expensive prescriptions!), my husband cured his lifelong cat allergy! Sounds small, but it has made life much easier: We can actually visit the homes of friends who have pets and we still have that little stray – who is now fat and happy.
Heather C.
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In my initial correspondence to Micah mentioned that I wanted to address issues pertaing to my allergies and digestion. A couple of weeks before that email I had a heartburn incident that had me doubled over on the floor, clutching my chest. Upon seeing Micah and being handed a health history to complete, I found myself circling nearly everything on his list of health concerns, including blood pressure, anxiety and depression. I also included on my form that I was taking medication for all of these things. In the kindest and gentlest of ways, Micah asked questions that made me start to wonder myself why a seemingly health 29-year-old woman was suffering from so many ailments.
My life began to change even after that initial appointment. I realized the previous diagnoses from doctors were symptoms of deeper issues in my life and the medications were a temporary relief that addressed the symptoms, but could not cure those deeper issues. Knowing that Micah would never make me do anything, I dove right in and starting confronting my fears, including breaking my dependence on the bottles of pills in my cupboards. A year later, I approach thirty with clarity, confidence and a significantly less amount of junk in my body. This healing has been a journey that I'm sure will continue this decade and for more to come. And, thanks thanks to Micah and a lot of hard work, I've left behind the chemically-induced flat-line of life and I have natural tools for handling the ups and downs in life, open to the beauty offered by both.
And, if this new calmness and clarity were not enough, I've also had family and close friends affirm the changes they've noticed in me this past year and new friends have commented on the positive energy surrounding me.
Kate G.
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In the 2.5 years I've been going to Micah he's asked me a number of times if I could write out my story. Not just for others, but for myself, as well. I've always resisted, made excuses, and slinked away. My entire life I've been surrounded by voices that have, in one way or another, told me that my reality is merely a figment of my imagination and that thoughts and feelings are irrelevant, at best. It's hard, then, to feel that you have much of worth to say. And until just hours befor the deadline I had every intention of ignoring his latest request. I went to a conference where I heard this phrase, "Our stories are tools of liberation." With that I knew that I needed to speak up. For myself. For others who have, for years, been suffering in silence, convinced that their brokenness is too broken, their illness too ill, their story without hope. If my story has but one message, it is this: there is hope. For healing. For wholeness. For a new life.
When I met Micah I was in year-who-knows-what of a ridiculous cycle. Every October I would fall drastically ill and recover a few days later, only to be plagued for a solid 6-7 months with a cough that, on some days, would leave me bed-ridden. About a month into this go-around I reached out to him, merely because he was less expensive than a conventional doctor. What I thought was a wise financial decision turned out to be the beginning of a journey that would change and save and heal my life. Journeys, however, are never what we anticipate.
We discovered that my cough, though a very real physical illness, was really rooted in ignored and repressed grief. And as I journeyed forward I dove inward and learned how to be emotionally well, my chronic cough left and has yet to return. For me learning to live wholly well meant meant learning to allow myself to be where I was, to love who and what I am, and trusting what I think, feel, and desire.
Learning to do the work and heal the root issues, instead of merely managing symptoms, is a hard but transformative work that has forever changed my life. I am confident that, without working with Micah I would have continued on silently grieving and living a hollow life, just getting by – a far cry from the passion-filled, fully-integrated life I now live, every day: cough-free and animated by the hope and joy that I've never known before.
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What most of us really want is to be truly "seen" by the person to whom we entrust with our health concerns. In my sessions with Micah, I have always sensed that Micah is in touch with the key issues I am dealing with. In a time when conventional medicine may not really address the root of our illness, it is refreshing to know that there are those who truly care.
Trisha G.
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I met Micah in April 2010 and he began leading me through a very systematic detoxing and cleansing of my organs, beginning with my colon and intestines. We went through numerous detoxing of parasites, gall stones, and other chemical and contaminants that were blocking the smooth function of my body, as well. He helped me deal with persistent yeast and heavy metal issues. Micah is flexible in his thinking, has a tremendous amount of knowledge about natural healing, including the emotional effects to the body, and he encourages when you may be down and I have come to the place where my body responds well to the healing therapies.
Eiko K.
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I've been going to Micah for almost 2 years now and he has completely changed my life. I'd been living with different ailments for many years and going to doctors that would only give me a pill to help clear the symptoms, instead of finding out the root of the issue. Micah was able to pinpoint the root causes and now I don't suffer the symptoms any longer and feel healthier than I've ever felt. More importantly, he has helped me find my voice and strength in myself. Overall, he has helped me become the person that I've wanted to be: me.
Laura N.
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I had digestion problems for years and, thinking there was nothing I could do, had come to accept it as a normal part of my life. One visit with Micah and he'd identified the cause (wheat intolerance) and the easy, all-natural solution: modify my diet. Problem solved. Over the course of several months, Micah also cured my lifelong asthmatic reaction to cats--without the use of medication. I've lived with cats ever since.
Thanks, Micah!
Mike C.
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Because he is so intuitive and empathetic, Micah is able to discern what is necessary for healing. He has brought focus to the confusion of my mind and body, and he has shown me effective ways in which I can restore myself.
Tim G.
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I was feeling so sluggish and tired all of the time. I had suspected a Candida infection in my gut but really didn't know what to do about it. A friend suggested I meet with Micah and together we put together a plan for a healthier lifestyle that really helped! I have my energy back and I am able to focus on living a full life again - thanks Micah!
Blessings,
Angela L.
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I went to Micah for emotional issues, highly recommended by a couple of my friends who had been seeing him. Through healing touch therapy and energy clearing, I was able to see myself more clearly and was given hope that I could overcome some of the self-imposing obstacles in my life. He started me on an inner journey of self-realization and hope. I am eternally grateful for his insights, intuitive-knowing, and reading and clearing of my energy field. I look forward to more sessions in the future.
Marylee F.
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I have learned the importance of having balance in my life. I used to focus more on nutrition but the body is more than that and needs balance in all areas. I came to Micah with nutritional needs, in which he met, but he also allowed me to realize the importance of emotional health and how that's connected to the physical body. I've never done any energy work before Micah so I wasn't sure how I would respond. I'm amazed at the subtle, but profound things that have changed inside me because of this energy work. These changes have led to tremendous positive growth in my emotional life!
Thanks,
Shannon B.
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I was blessed to grow up in a healthy eating home, but I always thought there was more. A couple of years ago my 18-year-old son Cody was having panic attacks. I did not want to go the conventional way, knowing they would put him on antidepressants. So, when I heard about Micah and his practice I instantly knew this was the answer. After his visit with Micah my reluctant son said to me, "Micah hit it right on the nail."
I started seeing Micah right after that. I remember the first few visits I was told I need to take care of myself and I literally cried and said I do not know how. It has now been 2 years of seeing Micah and I have changed. I follow Micah's advice and have come a long way. I still have a ways to go, but I am headed in the direction of a healthier lifestyle. Now I know what it means to take care of myself and I make sure I do. I went from 20mg of Lexapro a day to 5mg 3 times a week. I start at N.I.T.E. for Naturopathy in July 2011. My son Cody now comes to me for advice and I found what I have been looking for and hope to have my own practice soon.
Janis L.
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After my second trip to the ER, I realized that my health problems had slowly started taking over my life. Instead of heeding the warning signs, I continued on with my busy life and tried to ignore the pains and aches. By the time I made the decision to make an appointment with Micah, my anxiety attacks were causing me to lose sleep at night and my digestive problems were causing me to lose work. I felt that my life was an out of control mess. I had anxiety, a stomach ulcer, acid reflux, and IBS.
Through the months that I was going to see Micah, he helped me take each issue one at a time and addressed them from a holistic prospective. He helped me see the emotional connection to each health issue. By going this route, it changed more than my physical health. It changed my emotional health, as well, which to me is more valuable than gold. With Micah's knowledge, wisdom, intuitive guidance and patience, I learned how to love myself and walk a path of healing. This love gave me the strength to nourish my physical body and soul back to health. The issues I was dealing with had me in a holding pattern, but because I was desperate to be healed and find wholeness I listened and followed Micah's suggestions.
Today, I feel like a new person and I attribute more than my physical well-being to Micah's help. The healing set into motion a new pattern in my life and I now have new tools for the issues that come up in my life. I still have some bad days but now I know what to do. I feel empowered to address my physical and emotional needs right away, rather then put them off. For this, I am grateful for Micah and I don't know what I would do without having him as my Naturopathic Practitioner.
Amy V.
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Micah helped bring energy back into my tired body and improved my overall view of life by getting me on some helpful products, a thorough cleansing program, doing energy work, and making dietary changes. He has amazing intuition and keen knowledge of the body/mind connection. Micah is a gifted healer and a wonderfully authentic human being and I'm glad to have him "on my team" in this lifetime!
Kathy W.
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When my husband and I had been trying for a few months to get pregnant, I happened to mention our lack of progress to my doctor. She immediately wrote me a prescription for Clomid with no further questions or any kind of exam during my 4 minute appointment. It didn't feel right, and I ended up being lucky enough to be directed to Micah by a friend. He spent over an hour and a half with me, muscle testing and talking to me about my lifestyle. I was convinced that I had a thyroid problem, but Micah went deeper and discovered that, while I did have a sluggish thyroid, that wasn't the root of problem. Any work we did on my thyroid would only be undone without working on the root, my adrenals. Ten months later, I am waiting for my first baby to come any day now! Have you ever had a 'Western' doctor take that kind of care on your fifteenth appointment, much less your first? Thank you, Micah, for understanding that you work to heal the body and not just treat the symptoms!!
Emily Jo
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One of my core beliefs in life is that everything is connected; that the mind, body, soul and emotions are all interlinked and dance together in a profound way. For most of my life I have experienced the interconnection of my soul and emotions and have undergone deep healing in these spaces while unknowingly ignoring my body. It was for this reason that I felt compelled and ready to see Micah, to meet with someone with whom I hoped could guide me into healing for my body. However, all is connected, and since Micah treats the whole person, all is brought into the light for healing. Though I thought I was in need of mainly physical healing I soon began to find out that the rashes that were ailing my body were not isolated ailments but were physical manifestations of what needed healing and balancing not only in my body but also in my soul.
Through muscle testing my body informed Micah what it needed in the way of herbs to bring cleansing and Micah suggested a homeopathic remedy and flower essence that have been restorative and aligning balms throughout this journey. At the peak of some emotional unearthing my skin broke out into a horrible rash which resembled the likes of psoriasis. I have to admit that this was very difficult for me and at the time I did not make the connection that this rash was my bodies way of connecting and expressing what was going on with my soul and emotions--a deep cleansing of old emotional wounds. Through some emotional balancing and continued use of a few herbs and homeopathic remedies my skin is free of rashes and I am journeying towards more balance and integration than I ever thought possible. I continue to experience deep healing and I am so thankful.
Nicole
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Before I started going to see Micah I was unsure about almost everything in my life. I was really scared about my future and moving forward because I felt like I was incapable of so many of things that would lead to the kind of future I longed for. I was kind of scared to have the appointment, but deciding to go really changed my life! Micah gave me wonderful book, supplement suggestions, and led me through emotional healing sessions, and because I implemented them into my life, I am no longer scared of what the future holds for me.
Morgan B.
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My husband has been dealing with IBS and various other conditions: headaches, heart palpitations, and stomach issues, for over 20 years. We've been to numerous doctors who basically would address the symptom in about 10 minutes, order tests and prescribe medication. We did this many times with various specialists with little results. I started to think that we should be looking at how all of these issues are interrelated and consider the cause, or a more holistic approach. That's when I connected with Micah who took the time to assess everything that is going on with you physically, mentally, emotionally and biologically. He explained the reason for Jim's symptoms, in layperson's terms and what he would suggest we try regarding food choices and specific supplements to help cleanse and nurture his system. He also highlighted other options for improving our health and well being. Everything he described made sense. After a reasonable period of time we saw improvement which continues today. I would, and have, highly recommend Micah's services to anyone.
Beth D.
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Our unvaccinated, home-birthed, nonflouride-supplemented, chiropractic-adjusted son, by the age of 6, has already teamed with Micah on tackling two very annoying and health depleting issues.
The first visit with Micah was prompted by an infected, dead tooth that was causing decay in multiple teeth. A playful accident damaged a lower tooth in Breckan's mouth. After the accident, every visit to the dentist would present with a new cavity, which we were told had no correlation with the dead tooth. Suspecting otherwise, we sought out a more natural-minded dentist who then directed us to Micah. Upon evaluation, multiple tools at Micah's disposal lead to confirmation that there was indeed an infection in the dead Snaggle tooth. In addition to Breckan's body not performing correctly with specific nutrients, this lead to the decay. After training his body how to perform as required and conquering the infection, Breckan's "Yuck Mouth" is in his past.
Our second "Mom, I REALLY need to see Micah about this" moment came after our return from a visit to the Grand Canyon in the fall of 2010. Within a few weeks of our return, Breckan developed an awful cough that would appear out of nowhere, with no fever or related symptoms. What made this cough devastating was that it would be accompanied with a gag reflex which would empty out his entire system. Breckan was vomiting 3 -5 times daily after a cough, usually after eating even the smallest amount of food. Micah was able to provide us with the correct, individualized, remedies that helped Breckan's body recover, as well as detected the nasty parasite that was irritating his cough.
What a blessing to have such a talented, caring individual in Micah for our families' health. With his support and direction, we have helped our bodies function at their rightful capacity, hand-in-hand with our other health practices, to help tackle curves that life brings our way.
With much admiration,
John & Stacy Hall
Doctors of Chiropractic
Parents to Ashlyn & Breckan
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