2410 SE 10th Ave,
Portland, OR

Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, & Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

3125 NE Holladay St,
Suite B, Portland, OR

Acupuncture

Telehealth

Naturopathy, Nutrition, & Psychotherapy

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Dessa Bingley Licensed Acupuncturist

Dessa Bingley

(she/her)

Functional Hyperbaric Medicine Director

Dessa’s (she/her) goal is to support her patients in getting well naturally.

Dessa is a licensed acupuncturist practicing Traditional Chinese & Japanese Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She has a private clinical practice and specializes in pain relief, support during stressful times of transition, and support with grieving. Acupuncture is a complete system of medicine, helping the mind and body move through difficult times and is widely recognized for its effectiveness in promoting physical and emotional health.

Dessa holds a master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, with training in Chinese and Japanese styles of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. In addition, Dessa is certified by the Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association. She is licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners and is a member of the Oregon Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Dessa is also board certified in Functional Hyperbaric Medicine.

Prior to becoming an acupuncturist, Dessa managed and directed TeamWorks International, a non-profit organization providing educational scholarships and medical assistance to communities in Eastern Nicaragua. From 2003-2008 she led teams of medical professionals providing medical care to rural villages.

Dessa is a founding member of Portland Death Midwives, a collaboration committed to helping individuals and families in the Northwest move confidently and gracefully through death ceremonies.

Dessa is available to guest lecture. If you would like her to be a part of your wellness event or educational program, please contact Dessa directly at bewellportland@gmail.com.

Dessa is currently accepting new clients for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. She is not currently accepting new clients for Acupuncture.

Certifications

  • Master’s Degree Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
  • Licensed to practice Medicine – Oregon Board of Medical Examiners & NCCAOM
  • Certified Watsu Therapist – Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association
  • Certified Toyohari Japanese Meridian Therapist – National Toyohari Association
  • Quantum Shiatsu Therapist – Study with Susan Harem
  • Certified in Functional Hyperbaric Medicine

dessa is not currently accepting new clients

Tasha Searles

(she/they)

advanced practice nurse

Tasha Searles, APRN, AGCNS-BC is a Queer, Autistic, ADHDer with Hypermobile Ehlers Danlos Syndrome + some other commonly co-occurring conditions. Originally from Indiana, they now reside in Portland, Oregon with their two rambunctious cats. Tasha enjoys spending time outdoors, reading, learning, and finding new ways to be creative.

 

Professionally, Tasha is trained as a Clinical Nurse Specialist (a type of advanced practice nurse, similar to a Nurse Practitioner), and has been a nurse for over a decade —mostly working with individuals impacted by chronic or complex health conditions. They started in diabetes care and became a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, so much of their work has been related to diabetes and nutrition. They also spent many years as a Nurse Navigator helping clients navigate the healthcare system. Their personal health journey, and realization of the huge gaps in available care, led them to shift their professional practice to serve others on similar journeys as their own.

 

Tasha has been told she’s inquisitive and “a very good detective”. Being curious, digging deep, and thinking outside of the box (all while keeping the whole picture in mind) are really her favorite things in this life. Tasha’s style in working with patients is as a consultant & coach. She believes you are the expert in your own self and aims to empower you, provide hope, and help you to use your own innate wisdom to live your best life!

 

Tasha’s goal is to create a safer space for all to receive appropriate healthcare that is affirming & accommodating of individual needs; a space that encourages exploration and self-determination of what wellness & thriving mean in your individual life. They practice from a trauma informed perspective that is neurodiversity, LGBTQ+, disability, & HAES affirming. Tasha is able to order diagnostic tests and prescribe medications, but also works with clients on nervous system safety, nutrition, hydration, gut health, musculoskeletal health & movement, sleep, mental & emotional health, stress management, creating a life they love, finding joy, & more.

 

Tasha is available for telehealth consultations for Oregon Health Plan members and is accepting new patients ages 16 & up. Because all visits are conducted virtually, Tasha does not serve as a Primary Care Provider (PCP). 

 

Areas of Focus:

  • Ehlers Danlos Syndrome & Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
  • Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
  • Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
  • Chronic Fatigue
  • Gastrointestinal concerns
  • Nutritional deficiencies
  • Neurodiversity Affirming care
  • LGBTQ+ Healthcare