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Meet Your Acupuncturist

Betsy Laurin L.Ac. relocated to the Capital Region from Southern Vermont, where she lived for 10 years after earning her Bachelor’s in English and Psychology from Williams College in 2010. After experiencing a stubborn back injury in 2016, she discovered acupuncture and decided to return to school to make a career change.

She holds a Master’s of Science in Acupuncture from the New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Mineola, NY where she graduated Magna Cum Laude, made dean’s list regularly, and received the president’s scholarship for outstanding academic performance. Her studies included lectures, hands-on classes and clinical rotations focusing on acupuncture, gua sha, Qi Gong, and a variety of other modalities utilized in Chinese medicine. She is licensed to practice acupuncture in New York, and is board certified through NCCAOM. 

Betsy specializes in the treatment of back pain, sciatica, neck and shoulder pain, anxiety, and stress management. She is also skilled in the treatment of a variety of other disorders including menstrual irregularities, gastrointestinal disorders, headaches, and sleep disorders.

Testimonials

  • I had terrible allergies and $1800 allergy testing told me I wasn't allergic to anything. I was taking Allergy medication and getting relief but didn't want to be on Claritin-D everyday. I decided to seek out an acupuncturist since I also had a lot of inflammation. I found Equinox online and their online booking made it so easy to find an appointment that worked for me. When I arrived Betsy was so welcoming and I felt like I already knew her. She took the time to listen to my symptoms and create a treatment plan tailored to my needs. She explained the process and how the needles work and made me feel comfortable. I've been going for almost a year now and my allergies are non-existent. She has helped me with my overall health, I have more energy, less stress, and less pain. I highly recommend Equinox Acupuncture Wellness. They are really the absolute best and I would recommend to anyone who is looking for increased health and wellbeing.

    Jade L.

  • I love the attentive, professional care Betsy provides! I'm pleased to be back under her care. As a veteran I was directed to use VA acupuncturist but it was not practical for me. Equinox is convenient. If you're a Veteran and have distal neuropathy, PTSD or any abnormality, I encourage you to seek a VA referral for Equinox Ac Wellness! Look for the lion's at the Roohan Bldg.

    Jeff A.

  • My cycle is extremely predictable and regular, always 32 days. A few days after I saw Betsy, I started spotting (around 19 days into my cycle) and it turned into a full-blown period at 21 days. This mid-cycle period was also a bit longer than normal for me as well. I’m not sure if this is a typical experience, but it seems to me that she “reset” my body. Maybe cleared it out to make space for something new. I became pregnant in the next few weeks after that mid-cycle reset. I am grateful and optimistic about this pregnancy, and I’m so glad I came to see her.

    Anonymous Fertility Patient

  • A friend recommended Equinox Acupuncture Wellness. For the past ten years I’ve suffered lower back pain, especially in my left glute. I’ve gone to orthopedic surgeons, physical therapy and taken meds to control the pain. When I went through our first session, I was hoping for some relief. A few hours after the session I sensed that the chronic glute pain had been reduced exponentially. I was walking better, I could stand as long as I wanted with no radiating pain across my lower back. I can carry out my daily activities without needing to sit every 15 minutes because I couldn’t continue my activity until my glute and back calmed down, and many times I was unable to complete my activity. This has been a game changer for me. I’m really grateful for Betsy and her skills to have given me massive relief. She is easy to talk to and she truly understands what I have been going through.

    Scott L.