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A Touch of Therapy We offer acupuncture, moxa, & herbal medicine in a comfortable, relaxing environment in Austin, TX

A Touch of Therapy believes in treating every person as a unique individual who deserves a specific, holistic treatment. We offer acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and massage in a comfortable, relaxing environment in Austin, TX. Rachel Snyder, LAc, LMT is the chief practitioner and founder of A Touch of Therapy.

10/08/2026

Go soak at Ottine Mineral Springs in Gonzales if you haven't been yet. My acupuncturist friends Rosewood Acupuncture & Joanne Tait & I went yesterday on . We talked quietly about business & read our books by the pool in between soaks.
We saw a luna moth chilling in an old oak tree & met some fellow nature lovers. The food was good, the chill vibe was on point.
I highly recommend it!

Ya'll, the heat is here ๐Ÿ”ฅ Eat more of these foods to help keep you hydrated and cool this summer โ˜€๏ธโ €โ €โ €If you need some h...
06/30/2026

Ya'll, the heat is here ๐Ÿ”ฅ Eat more of these foods to help keep you hydrated and cool this summer โ˜€๏ธโ €โ €โ €
If you need some help staying cool this summer, come in for a specific Summer Seasonal Acupuncture Treatment to clear some heat, reduce irritability, and calm the mind. Schedule through the link in my bio. We got this Texas summer thing! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ ๐Ÿคฃ

06/26/2026

Large Intestine 4 (LI4) is one of the best known and most commonly used acupuncture points. It is located on the back of your hand in the fleshy area between your thumb & index finger.

It is a command point for the face & mouth, making it a wonderful point to treat TMJ pain, toothache, or headaches.

It is also most commonly combined with a point on the foot called Liver 3 (known as Four Gates) to increase blood flow & circulation to reduce pain & spasms. It is a great point to help with PMS & menstrual cramps. LI4 is so powerful at inducing labor that it is not recommended during pregnancy. Because of its ability to move Qi and blood, it can help relieve constipation.

Try acupressure on this point the next time you have a headache & let me know if it helps! โœจ๏ธ

06/25/2026

This acupuncture point, Large Intestine 4 (LI4) is one of the best known & most commonly used acupuncture points. It is a command point for the face and mouth, making it a wonderful point to treat TMJ pain, toothache, and headaches.

It is also commonly combined with a point on the foot called Liver 3 (known as Four Gates) to increase blood flow & circulation to reduce pain & spasms. It's great to help with PMS & menstrual cramps too. LI4 is so powerful at inducing labor that it is not recommended during pregnancy. Because of its ability to move Qi & Blood, it can also treat constipation.

Have you ever used this point to relieve a headache? โœจ๏ธ

Moxibustion is the process of burning the dried leaves of an herb called mugwort (also called Artemesia vulgaris, Ai Ye ...
06/07/2026

Moxibustion is the process of burning the dried leaves of an herb called mugwort (also called Artemesia vulgaris, Ai Ye or Folium artemisiae). It produces a strong heat that penetrates deeply to warm muscles & joints and move Qi and Blood. It can be applied directly to the body on various acupuncture points or indirectly in the form of a moxa stick.

In spite of the heat, moxa is very useful for reducing inflammation. It is also amazing to support immunity, decrease joint pain, provide relief from menstrual cramps, strengthen digestion, and improve gynecological and fertility conditions (as well as help turn a breech baby!).

To find out more about moxa, click on the link in my bio or we can discuss more when you schedule your next appointment.
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This 100% cold-pressed and certified organic prickly pear seed oil from ($54) is one of my top facial oils to use with ...
06/04/2026

This 100% cold-pressed and certified organic prickly pear seed oil from ($54) is one of my top facial oils to use with facial cupping and gua sha treatments. It is packed with natural antioxidants, essential fatty acids, and Vitamins E and K, making it a wonderful addition to your skincare routine for all skin types.

The vitamin E content is 150% higher in prickly pear seed oil than argan oil, promoting collagen production and providing natural anti-aging benefits. The essential fatty acids restore skin elasticity and firmness. Betalains protect against damaging radicals from the sun and help prevent wrinkle formation.

If you'd like to pick some up for yourself or for a loved one, stop by my office this week or schedule a facial cupping treatment or an add-on to try it for yourself! Click on the link in my bio to schedule๐Ÿค

There are many, many kinds of gua sha tools out there & I have tried a lot of them! These tools vary greatly in the type...
06/02/2026

There are many, many kinds of gua sha tools out there & I have tried a lot of them! These tools vary greatly in the type of stone used (bian stone, rose quartz, jade, etc) and shapes (simple like a heart or a fish or more complex like the one pictured from ).

I personally use this one from as well as one that is slightly larger from - I just love all the edges and curves on them. I have been using them for a while now and they just feel like an extension of my hand.

Here's a quick guide about the uses of the edges:
๐Ÿ’ซLong flat edge = for long muscles of neck + shoulders
๐Ÿ’ซShort flat edge = for smaller muscles along jaw + face
๐Ÿ’ซU curve = for boney areas, particularly jaw
๐Ÿ’ซComb Edge = for wrinkles + lines + stimulate the scalp for hair growth

If you'd like to experience the effects of these amazing tools, schedule an AcuGlowโ„ข๏ธ facial or a gua sha add-on to an acupuncture session โœจ Book through the link in my bio.
Do you have a favorite gua sha tool?
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There are a lot of people in this world that know exactly what they are feeling, what they want, and what they need at a...
05/29/2026

There are a lot of people in this world that know exactly what they are feeling, what they want, and what they need at any given moment. Then there are many others (hello empaths and helpers! ๐Ÿ™‹๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ) who can't separate their own feelings from those around them.

There was a period of time years ago when I set an alarm 3x/day to ask myself - How do I feel? & What do I need right now? It felt silly to do but a mentor suggested it and I quickly
realized how often I was tired because I needed a snack. Or how overwhelmed I was when I just needed a few minutes of quiet and stillness to process it all. I realized how unaware I was of my own feelings, emotions and needs.

It's time to check in with yourself (and you may need an alarm to remind you!!) to see how you really feel and to give yourself permission to do something to help you feel better.

Acupuncture can be amazing to give you that time and space to check in with yourself, to feel your own feelings, and get clearer on what you need.

If you are curious about how acupuncture can help with your mental health, please reach out or schedule through the link in my bio.
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Spring is connected to the Wood Element and the color green ๐Ÿ’š It is the season of renewal, growth, and regeneration in T...
05/11/2026

Spring is connected to the Wood Element and the color green ๐Ÿ’š It is the season of renewal, growth, and regeneration in Traditional Chinese Medicine ๐ŸŒฑ The wood element is associated with the liver and gall bladder, the organs of detoxification, blood, connective tissue, and our eyes. Anger, frustration, stress and indecision are signs of an imbalance in this element.

Adding more green food and sour flavors to your diet during this season is a wonderful way to bring more balance to the liver & gall bladder. Read my newsletter through the link in my bio or schedule an acupuncture appointment for more tips to support your liver and gall bladder during Spring!โ˜€๏ธ๐ŸŒป

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Oh, hello! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Just trying to get a little paperwork done while you all have graduations, end of school parties and celeb...
05/08/2026

Oh, hello! ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿผ Just trying to get a little paperwork done while you all have graduations, end of school parties and celebrations galore this month! ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿฅณ I will be out of the office May 23-27th which will include celebrating my parent's 58th wedding anniversary ๐Ÿพ

If you need help managing stress or pain this month, or need support with grief or loss while others are celebrating, or just want a relaxing facial to prepare your skin for summer, please schedule an appointment through the link in my bio or reach out - I would love to hear from you ๐Ÿ’—
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4131 Spicewood Springs Road, Building I, Suite 2
Austin, TX
78759

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Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 4pm - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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+15126985738

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