Eastern Traditions Meets Western Science
As one of the top fertility and pain clinics in New Jersey, Equilibrium Acupuncture blends the best of Eastern and Western medical practices to offer a holistic approach to health and wellness. Our mission is to promote healing from within, improve overall well-being, and empower you to achieve balance and health. With personalized treatments, lifestyle advice, and a dedicated team, we aim to treat symptoms and root causes for lasting results.
Why Choose Us
Proven Track Record
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results with a history of successful treatments and satisfied patients. Our expertise in various conditions, from pain management to fertility support, has earned us a reputation for excellence and reliability in acupuncture.
A Holistic Approach
We treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our approach involves understanding the underlying causes of your health issues and addressing them through acupuncture, herbal medicine, well-chosen supplements and lifestyle adjustments. This ensures a more sustainable and complete healing process.
Combines Eastern and Western Medicine
Our unique approach integrates traditional Chinese medicine's wisdom with Western medical practices' advancements. This combination allows us to address various health issues effectively, providing a balanced and comprehensive treatment plan that promotes overall health.
Our Team
Deborah Vaphides
Acupuncturist
Equilibrium Acupuncture is led by Deborah Vaphides, L.Ac., a Board Certified Acupuncturist with extensive experience since 2007. Deborah is also a trained herbalist, creating individualized formulas to treat each patient’s unique conditions. In addition to her private practice, Deborah works with patients at any stage of their journey to conceive. She is currently per-diem employees at a premier Reproductive Medicine center in New Jersey. She has served at Atlantic Health Integrative Medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Formerly the owner of Equilibrium Pilates of Montclair, she has helped hundreds of individuals strengthen their cores and spines and restore flexibility.
Joseph Pantiliano
Acupuncturist
Joseph Pantiliano has been an acupuncturist since 2015, He is also a licensed massage therapist, spending almost a year at Blue Cliff Buddist monastery located in Pine Bush, New York, where he worked with and treated the residents of the monastery. His acupuncture treatment style includes energy balancing, massage, talk therapy and Buddhist psychology.
Keely Chiricolla
Office Manager
Keely is a magician at keeping Deborah and Joseph’s schedule straight. Keely’s efficiency and professionalism in handling scheduling, insurance matters and invoices is well-known in Essex County!
Frequently Asked Questions
Acupuncture is effective in treating a variety of conditions, including chronic pain, fertility issues, libido for both men and women, emotional disorders such as anxiety and depression, vertigo, autoimmune disorders, endometriosis, PCOS
Acupuncture can regulate menstrual cycles, enhance and thicken uterine lining, improve egg and sperm health, and reduce stress, all protocols to enhance fertility.
Acupuncture will improve uterine lining thickness and hormone levels and reduce anxiety associated with IVF, enhancing overall success rates.
It’s recommended to start acupuncture 3-6 months before trying to conceive to allow time for regulating cycles and optimizing reproductive health.
Success rates vary, but many patients experience improved reproductive health and higher chances of conception with regular acupuncture treatments.
Movement therapy enhances the effects of acupuncture by improving circulation, reducing stress, and increasing overall body awareness, which all contribute to faster recovery and better health.
Integrating both approaches allows for a more comprehensive understanding of health, leading to more effective treatments that address symptoms and root causes.
Every patient receives a treatment plan with suggest changes tailored to individual needs, including dietary adjustments, exercise routines, and supplement use to support the body’s natural healing processes.
The frequency of sessions varies depending on your individual needs and treatment goals, which will be assessed during your initial consultation.
We are an an in-network provider with United Health Care. Equilibrium is out-of-network with all other insurance plans. out-of-network provider with Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, and Aetna. We generally bill your insurance company directly on your behalf, however, we can provide a superbill that you may submit for payment. We accept FSA/HSA payments. Our staff will verify your insurance within 24 hours using the information that you provide. We ask that you confirm with your insurance provider about coverage for your specific condition before your first appointment.