Tibetan La Hooking Ritual
This ritual comes from the Yuthok Nyingthig tradition (a system of Buddhist practice which combines Traditional Tibetan medicine and Vajrayana practices). It is used to retrieve the vital life essence, known as La, that may have become scattered or lost through shock, grief, trauma, or illness. In Tibetan spiritual medicine, La is understood as the animating force of vitality, clarity, and one’s will to live. When the La is fragmented, we may experience fatigue, disconnection, confusion, depression, or prolonged illness.
With deep reverence, the La Hooking ritual creates a compassionate, soul-level invitation for the spirit to return more fully to the body. It’s performed only with permission on the energetic level and held within a prayerful, protective space.
What takes place in a La Hooking session:
I begin by attuning to the person's energy body using visualization, prayer, and diagnostic methods from Tibetan medicine.
I invoke spiritual guidance and protection from enlightened beings and ancestral lineages.
With sacred tools—such as a ritual hook (kha phurba), breath, mantra, and visualization—I reach into the subtle realms to call back the La from wherever it may be lodged: the past, traumatic places, relationships, or even other dimensions of the psyche.
The La is then guided gently back into the body and anchored through breathwork, mantra, and occasionally with sacred substances or blessings that seal and protect the reintegration.
This process is rooted in love, non-interference, and respect. Nothing is forced. The soul is simply invited to return—when and how it is ready.
Why it matters:
La Hooking supports healing on the deepest levels of being. For those recovering from trauma, illness, or emotional disorientation, it can help reweave wholeness, restore clarity, and return the spirit to its rightful home in the body. Many who receive this ritual describe a subtle but profound shift—feeling more present, grounded, and alive.
Soul Healing & Spiritual Integration - A Path of Remembering, Reconnection, and Inner Renewal
In the currents of modern life, it’s easy to become fragmented, cut off from our purpose, our essence, and the quiet wisdom within. Through an alchemy of Classical Chinese Medicine, shamanic healing, hypnotherapy, and depth psychology, I offer a sanctuary for those ready to return to themselves and reclaim their wholeness.
These offerings are pathways, rituals of return, for those navigating trauma, grief, spiritual crises, or deep life transitions. Together, we clear what no longer serves, restore inner clarity, and open the door to joy, vitality, and soul embodiment.
Spiritual Acupuncture: Ghost Points, Extraordinary Vessels and Windows of the Sky Points
Clearing, Reclaiming, Reconnecting
A Ceremony of Soul, Spirit, and Subtle Energy
Within the ancient system of Chinese Medicine lies a map of the spirit. Some acupuncture points were never intended for routine use. They were reserved for rites of passage: for initiations, soul retrieval, ancestral healing, and spiritual integration.
In my shamanic acupuncture practice, I work with three sacred lineages of points and pathways: the Ghost Points, the Extraordinary Vessels, and the Windows of the Sky. Each one is a thread. Woven together, they create a tapestry of healing that reaches the deepest layers of being
Rooted in the wisdom of Classical Chinese Medicine, this three-part offering activates sacred gateways within the body. The Ghost Points release lingering shadows and attachments. The Extraordinary Vessels restore harmony to the inner terrain. The Windows of the Sky open space for clarity, vision, and spiritual presence.
These sessions are ceremonial in nature, intended for those moving through deep grief, spiritual crisis, past trauma, emotional fragmentation, or a profound sense of disconnection. They are for those who sense something sacred is calling them home, a homecoming for the soul.
Ghost Points Acupuncture
A Portal for Soul Retrieval and Spiritual Realignment
The Ghost Points, first transmitted by the great physician Sun Si Miao, were originally used to treat conditions that lie beyond the physical, what the ancients called “ghost possession,” (Traditionally used to “clear phlegm misting the mind”), now understood as soul loss, spiritual disorientation, ancestral entanglement, and trauma.
These thirteen points open the portals between body and spirit, dissolving old contracts, clearing unwanted energies, and releasing what no longer belongs. They invite the soul back into the body after times of dissociation, addiction, loss, or overwhelm.
Guided hypnotherapy, breathwork, and ritual elements are interwoven, supporting integration across all layers of being, physical, emotional, energetic, and spiritual.
This work can support:
Soul retrieval and trauma healing
Addiction, grief, and ancestral entanglement
Anxiety, dissociation, or spiritual confusion
Identity crisis, major life transitions, or spiritual emergence
Sacred medicine integration
The Ghost Points help clear the house of the soul. Once the space is cleansed and reclaimed, we turn to the second phase of the journey:
Extraordinary Vessels Acupuncture
Activating the Deepest Currents of Destiny
Beyond the primary meridians lies a more ancient network, mysterious, powerful, and deeply formative. These are the Extraordinary Vessels, also called the Eight Extraordinary Channels, Eight Strange Flows or Secondary Vessels. They are the first energetic pathways to form in the womb, carrying ancestral imprints, soul contracts, and the foundational energies that shape our lives.
Unlike the twelve regular meridians, the Extraordinary Vessels do not govern organs. They govern destiny. These vessels are primordial, formed in the womb, and hold the blueprints of our being, beneath our story, patterns passed down through bloodlines, stored in the bones, imprinted in the psyche. They govern ancestral memory, soul contracts, psycho-emotional patterns, and the flow of yin and yang across lifetimes.
In my sessions, I work with these vessels to:
Unravel generational trauma and inherited beliefs
Restore balance between yin and yang
Anchor the soul during times of transition or initiation
Reclaim direction, creativity, fertility, and embodied power
Integrate sacred medicine journeys and spiritual awakenings
The most commonly accessed vessels include:
Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) – Sea of Blood and Ancestry
Clears core trauma, opens the heart womb axis, empowers voice and boundaries, reclaiming personal power.Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) – Sea of Yin
Nourishes yin essence, heals the divine feminine, supports receptivity and softness, restoring inner nurturanceDu Mai (Governing Vessel) – Sea of Yang
Strengthens yang integrity, supports clarity and right use of power. for reclaiming direction, voice, and spiritual authorityDai Mai (Belt Vessel) – The Binding Channel
The only horizontal vessel, used to release stagnation, unbinding old stories, looping patterns and energetic entanglements.
Each of these channels speaks to deep themes: conception, protection, becoming, and release.
They are engaged during treatments where the personal meets the ancestral, the energetic meets the karmic.
When accessed skillfully, the Extraordinary Vessels can reset old imprints and restore alignment with our original essence. These treatments are often subtle, spacious, and deeply transformative.
Treating the Extraordinary Vessels is like tuning the deeper tides of our being. These sessions are potent during times of initiation, identity shift, ancestral healing, fertility journeys, or sacred medicine integration.
Windows of the Sky Acupuncture
A Blessing for Alignment Between Earth and Heaven
Once the Ghost Points have done their clearing, the extraordinary vessels have reset old imprints and restored alignment with our original essence, the Windows of the Sky Points are offered in a separate session, a sacred attunement to help restore harmony between head and heart, body and spirit.
These ten points regulate the vertical axis of Qi, reestablishing flow between the Heart and the Brain. They are used when the soul feels disconnected from the body, when there is difficulty expressing truth, or when the spirit is calling for greater integration.
They help:
Clarify thought, speech, and spiritual insight
Release grief or rage stored in the throat or chest
Encourage creative expression and aligned voice
Deepen inspiration, connection, and embodiment
Windows of the Sky are thresholds, ancient portals where consciousness is invited to rise, and spirit is invited to settle.
Supporting the lungs, liver and immune system after exposure to wildfire smoke and air pollution
After exposure to wildfire smoke and air pollution, it’s important to support your lungs, liver, and immune system to clear toxins and reduce inflammation. Here’s a holistic approach based on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda:
1. Herbs & Supplements for Lung Detox
TCM Herbs:
Yu Xing Cao (Houttuynia cordata) – Clears heat and toxins from the lungs
Bai He (Lily Bulb) – Moistens dry lungs and soothes cough
Huang Qi (Astragalus) – Strengthens lung Qi and immunity
Sang Bai Pi (Mulberry Bark) – Helps clear phlegm and supports lung function
Lu Gen (Reed Rhizome) – Clears heat and soothes irritated lungs
Ayurvedic Herbs:
Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica) – A powerful lung detoxifier
Licorice Root (Yashtimadhu) – Soothes the throat and reduces inflammation
Turmeric & Black Pepper – Anti-inflammatory, detoxifying for lungs and liver
Triphala – Supports detoxification through the gut and reduces oxidative stress
Western Supplements:
NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) – A precursor to glutathione, helps break down mucus and detox lungs
Quercetin – A natural antihistamine that reduces inflammation
Vitamin C & Zinc – Supports immunity and lung repair
Chlorophyll or Spirulina – Detoxifies heavy metals and supports oxygenation
2. Foods to Cleanse the Lungs
Pears & Apples – Moistening and detoxifying for the lungs
Cruciferous Vegetables (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Kale) – Support detoxification pathways
Ginger & Garlic – Help break down mucus and reduce inflammation
Radish & Daikon – Clears phlegm and supports lung function
Miso & Fermented Foods – Help restore gut-lung connection
3. Lifestyle & Breathing Practices
Neti Pot with saline – Clears out particulate matter from sinuses
Steam Inhalation with eucalyptus or thyme essential oil – Opens airways
Pranayama (Yogic Breathing) – Focus on Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
Qi Gong Lung Exercises – Gentle movements to strengthen the lungs
4. Hydration & Teas
Mullein Tea – Helps clear mucus and repair lung tissue
Ginger + Honey + Lemon Tea – Anti-inflammatory and soothing
Peppermint Tea – Opens airways and supports clear breathing
Here are some TCM formulas and Ayurvedic herbal blends to help detox the lungs after wildfire smoke exposure:
🌿 TCM Herbal Formulas for Lung Detox
Qing Fei Pai Du Tang (清肺排毒汤) – “Lung Clearing and Detoxifying Decoction”
Originally used for respiratory infections, it helps clear heat, expel toxins, and strengthen lung function.
Key herbs: Huang Qin (Scutellaria), Ma Huang (Ephedra), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes), and Sheng Jiang (Ginger).
Good for clearing phlegm, inflammation, and deep lung congestion.
Xuan Bai Cheng Qi Tang (宣白承气汤) – “Clear Phlegm from the Lungs”
Helps clear heat and damp-phlegm in the lungs, especially useful if you have a persistent cough or mucus buildup.
Key herbs: Sang Bai Pi (Mulberry Root Bark), Gua Lou Ren (Trichosanthes Seed), and Da Huang (Rhubarb Root).
Bu Fei Tang (补肺汤) – “Tonify the Lungs”
Supports lung Qi and strengthens respiratory function after smoke exposure.
Key herbs: Ren Shen (Ginseng), Huang Qi (Astragalus), and Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia).
Mai Men Dong Tang (麦门冬汤) – “Lung Yin Nourishing Formula”
Helps moisten dry lungs and reduce inflammation, especially if smoke exposure has led to a dry cough or throat irritation.
Key herbs: Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon), Ban Xia (Pinellia), and Da Zao (Jujube Date).
🌿 Ayurvedic Herbal Blends for Lung Detox
Sitopaladi Churna – Classic Ayurvedic formula for clearing mucus and improving lung function.
Key ingredients: Bamboo Manna, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Pippali (Long Pepper), and Rock Candy.
Acts as an expectorant and strengthens the immune system.
Talisadi Churna – Strengthens respiratory function and helps clear congestion.
Key ingredients: Talispatra (Abies Webbiana), Pippali, Black Pepper, and Ginger.
Excellent for lingering cough, bronchial irritation, and lung weakness.
Vasaka (Adhatoda Vasica) Tea or Capsules
Known in Ayurveda as one of the most powerful lung detox herbs.
Helps clear phlegm, reduces inflammation, and improves oxygenation.
Licorice & Ginger Decoction
Boil Licorice Root (Yashtimadhu) and Fresh Ginger in water for 10 minutes.
Helps soothe throat irritation, clear mucus, and support lung healing.
Contact me to find what specific herbal formulations or recipes are best for your constitution and to fine tune the dosages for you
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Supporting The Kidneys safely while taking Lithium
As I witness the increasing rate of people taking psychiatric drugs and the strain on their kidneys, I got inspired to post this list of Ayurvedic and Chinese Herbs that would nourish the kidneys, balance fluids, and reduce toxicity from lithium, other psychiatric or pharmaceutical drugs in general. Hope it can be of benefit.
1. Kidney Supporting Herbs
Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) It’s a cooling adaptogen that helps balance hydration and protect kidney tissues.
Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa) it has diuretic and rejuvenating properties, it supports kidney detoxification.
Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) Strengthens kidney function and helps maintain electrolyte balance.
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) Supports detoxification and reduces inflammation.
Rehmannia (Shu Di Huang, Rehmannia glutinosa) A key TCM herb that nourishes kidney yin and supports adrenal function.
Astragalus (Huang Qi) Helps protect kidney cells and supports immune function.
2. Kidney-Nourishing Foods
Black sesame seeds: Strengthen the kidneys and support yin energy.
Seaweed (such as nori, wakame, and dulse) Provides essential minerals that support kidney function.
Mung beans: Cooling and detoxifying, they help clear heat and excess waste from the kidneys.
Celery & cucumber; Natural diuretics that help flush toxins while maintaining hydration.
Beets & beet greens: Support detoxification and circulation to the kidneys.
Berries (blueberries, blackberries, cranberries): Rich in antioxidants that protect kidney tissues.
Pumpkin seeds: Provide zinc and magnesium, essential for kidney health.
3. Hydration & Electrolyte Balance
Drink plenty of warm or room-temperature water to support lithium excretion.
Coconut water can help maintain electrolyte balance.
Herbal teas such as nettle, dandelion leaf, or barley tea support kidney detox.
4. Lifestyle & Energy Practices
Abhyanga (self-massage with warm sesame oil) to support kidney-adrenal health.
Kidney packs with castor oil to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Qigong or gentle yoga, especially postures that strengthen the lower back and kidneys (e.g., child’s pose, kidney breathing).
Contact me if you would like specific herbal formulations or recipes tailored to your constitution
Azita Moallef, L. Ac.
310-721-7687
HOLISTIC FERTILITY TREATMENTS
HOLISTIC FERTILITY TREATMENTS
Holistic Fertility Treatments:
Embarking on the journey to conception can be a profound experience that encompasses mind, body, and spirit. My Whole Person Fertility program offers a revolutionary approach that acknowledges the interconnectedness of all aspects of an individual's life. By addressing personal history, current lifestyle factors, and emotional well-being, this holistic process aims to optimize fertility and create a fertile ground for conception to occur. Through this work, couples can reclaim their reproductive rights and unlock the potential for transformation and healing.
In Vitro Fertilization & Acupuncture:
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine play a pivotal role in enhancing the success of assisted reproductive technology, such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intrauterine Insemination (IUI). By improving blood flow to the reproductive organs, balancing hormones, and thickening the uterine lining, acupuncture can significantly improve the chances of conception and successful pregnancy. Moreover, acupuncture helps alleviate stress and anxiety, ensuring that individuals remain strong and healthy throughout their fertility journey.
For individuals undergoing IVF or IUI, I recommend a tailored acupuncture regimen leading up to the procedure, starting ideally three to six months in advance. Weekly or bi-weekly sessions can optimize the body's readiness for implantation and increase the likelihood of a successful outcome. Following the procedure, continued acupuncture sessions further support the pregnancy and promote hormonal balance.
IVF & IUI Services:
My services encompass comprehensive acupuncture support throughout the IVF or IUI process, from egg retrieval to embryo transfer. By providing acupuncture before and after these critical stages, I aim to maximize the chances of successful implantation and pregnancy. Additionally, I offer personalized lifestyle and dietary recommendations to complement acupuncture treatments and enhance overall well-being.
Acupuncture Throughout Pregnancy:
Beyond fertility support, acupuncture remains a valuable resource throughout pregnancy. By addressing common pregnancy symptoms and promoting overall health and relaxation, acupuncture offers a safe and effective way to support both mother and baby. With its drug-free approach, acupuncture provides expectant mothers with peace of mind and holistic care during this transformative journey.
In essence, my approach to holistic fertility treatments integrates acupuncture, lifestyle modifications, and emotional support to empower individuals on their path to conception and parenthood. By nurturing the whole person, I strive to create an optimal environment for fertility and foster the realization of one's reproductive goals.