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Common Ground Wellness - Acupuncture clinic and fertility specialists With over a decade serving the

Common Ground Wellness is Louisville's board-certified acupuncture and holistic wellness clinic, specializing in women's health and fertility. Led by Shelby VanCleve, MAOM, L.Ac., FABORM — one of Kentucky's few board-certified fertility acupuncturists — our clinic offers acupuncture, functional medicine, cupping therapy, moxibustion, herbal medicine, and massage therapy under one roof. We support patients through fertility, pregnancy, and everyday health concerns with a personalized, integrative approach that blends Eastern and Western medicine. Whether you're navigating IVF, looking for prenatal support, or seeking a holistic doctor in Louisville for whole-body wellness, our experienced team is here to help.

11/12/2026

Cupping is an ancient practice rooted in Chinese Medicine that uses suction cups on the skin. The suction gently lifts the skin and tissue, which encourages blood flow and helps tight muscles let go.

What to expect in a session:
-A short consult about your health history and goals
-Cups placed on the skin, sometimes with a little oil, for about 5-15 minutes
-Most people describe it as deeply relaxing, like a massage in reverse
-Aftercare is simple: hydrate and stretch gently

People often seek it out for:
-Muscle tension and soreness
-Recovery after intense workouts
-Headaches and general aches
-A deep sense of calm

Good to know: light bruising or temporary marks are common, and they usually fade within days. Rarely, some people feel a little lightheaded afterward, so drink water and take a moment to rest before heading out.

Curious if cupping is right for you? Book online through the link in our bio, and ask us about it at your next visit.

📖 Want the full breakdown? Read Cupping Therapy Explained on our blog: commongroundlouisville.com/blog/cupping-therapy-explained

11/03/2026

Anxious thoughts, a racing mind, a body that won't settle?

Acupuncture offers a gentle way to support a nervous system that's been running on high alert. Research suggests it can help calm the stress response and support mood and sleep. Many people notice they feel more settled and rested after a session.

In Chinese Medicine, anxiety is understood as a pattern, not just a symptom. Your practitioner looks at the whole picture, including your sleep, digestion, energy, stress, and history, to build a plan for you. Acupuncture works well alongside counseling, medication, and other care you already have in place.

✨ Your body has been trying to tell you something. Come in and let us help you listen.

Ready for a reset? Book online: louisvilleacupunctureclinic.janeapp.com 💛

10/28/2026

If you ever notice a delicate, warm, earthy, smoky scent in the air when you walk into our clinic, that's moxa 🔥

Moxibustion is a Chinese Medicine technique that uses dried mugwort to gently warm the body. We hold it over acupuncture points or warm the ends of needles, and most people find it deeply comforting.

In Chinese Medicine, moxa is traditionally used to:
-Support the body's resilience during the colder, cold-and-flu months
-Ease aches, stiffness, and pain
-Bring warmth to a body that tends to run cold or tired

If you tend to catch every cold, deal with seasonal sensitivities, or just feel run down, ask us about moxa at your next visit. It pairs beautifully with a seasonal tune-up 🍂

Book online: commongroundlouisville.com/moxibustion

10/20/2026

✨ Practitioner spotlight: Shelby VanCleve, MAOM., L.Ac., FABORM ✨

As Clinical Director at Common Ground Wellness, Shelby is honored to offer Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine as amazing tools with centuries of empirical evidence for healing and self-development to her community in Louisville and beyond. Her training in Functional Medicine provides a modern lens that further deepens the resources available for real transformation and self-empowerment. Using a combination of thorough health history, diagnostic assessment, and compassionate touch, she guides patients on their path to wellness and coaches them on ways to live more aligned, intentional, and ease-filled lives.

Shelby was fortunate to find Chinese Medicine at a young age. She began meditating at fifteen, started practicing yoga at eighteen, and delved into Eastern philosophy at twenty with the intention of becoming an acupuncturist. This early exposure to alternative health gave her a discerning mind and a breadth of experience that she now offers to patients seeking true wellness. Her undergraduate studies in Eastern philosophy, Western Medicine, and nutrition at Indiana University paved the way for her Master's in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, one of the leading acupuncture schools in the country, with research funding through the National Institutes of Health.

Shelby's Fellowship with the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine brings fertility expertise to patients seeking help with getting pregnant and maintaining healthy pregnancies, an issue she is incredibly passionate about. As a Holistic Fertility Specialist and Certified Women's Integrative Medicine Institute Practitioner, she offers highly customized and effective solutions to hormonal, digestive, and emotional struggles through one-on-one coaching.

Learn more/Book an appointment with Shelby at link in bio.

09/09/2026

✨ Practioner spotlight: Paige Waggoner Clark LMT ✨

I was first made aware of the needs of pregnant and birthing women at the age of 19, when attending the birth of a dear friend. It sparked a deep interest in women’s health, and shortly after, I began the first of several apprenticeships with midwives and physicians in Kentucky, Tennessee, and New Mexico.

Later I became a volunteer staff member at The Omega Institute, where I studied with many bodyworkers and spiritual teachers who had a profound influence on me. I lived and worked there for 3 years, beginning my study of Thai Massage, completing the Nosara Interdisciplinary Yoga Teacher Training, and the Spiritual Lifestyle Program at The Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health.

I continued to study and practice Thai Massage, traveling to Thailand three times, assisting my primary instructors. I completed a Yoga Teacher Training specializing in Prenatal, Birth, and Postpartum Yoga. While maintaining a small homebirth midwifery practice, I gave birth to two beautiful children, and graduated from Advanced Massage Therapeutics, with a focus on prenatal and postpartum massage. In October 2016, I completed the Arvigo® Mayan Therapy training.

Over the years, the trinity of midwifery, yoga, and massage therapy has allowed me to create a truly holistic offering for the women in my community. I deeply believe in one’s ability to tap into the root of their wounding and access their own deep healing abilities; and to feel supported during this transformational process is vitally important.

Learn more/Book an appointment with Paige at: commongroundlouisville.com/paige

08/15/2026

If you're in your 40s and you've started waking up at 3 am for no reason, snapping at your partner over something small, or noticing your once-predictable cycle doing its own thing, the dreaded p-word has probably crossed your mind: perimenopause. In Chinese medicine, this life stage is really a story about Kidney Essence, the deep, foundational reserve of vitality we're each born with and draw from throughout our lives. As that reserve naturally shifts in our 40s and 50s, it can show up as a Yin deficiency pattern: think hot flashes, night sweats, dry skin, and a mind that won't quiet down at bedtime. Or it can lean toward Liver Qi stagnation: irritability, tension, a short fuse, cycles that feel stuck or erratic.

Here's what I love about this framework: it was never meant to be villainized or feared. It's not your body malfunctioning. It's your body moving through a completely natural transition, and it's asking for different support than it needed at 25. Acupuncture, targeted herbal formulas, health coaching and nourishing the Yin through diet can meaningfully ease this transition. This isn't about stopping a natural process; it's about walking through it with more grace and less suffering.

Read more on my thoughts of why a holistic approach is needed to support you through this transition, and why age alone is not a diagnosis on our blog: commongroundlouisville.com/blog

08/12/2026

✨ Practitioner spotlight: Ken Kleiber, LMT ✨

Ken has been practicing massage therapy since 1998. His journey in this field began as a senior massage therapist at Foxhollow Clinic and Spa, where he worked from 2000 to 2005. A graduate of the Louisville School of Massage, Ken has pursued extensive training in various modalities, including LaStone Therapy (the “Original Hot Stone Massage”), Lymphatic Massage, CranioSacral Therapy, Reiki, and others.
Over the years, Ken has studied a wide range of healing practices. He is a Certified Havening Practitioner, Reiki Master Teacher, and an Authentic Ta**ra Practitioner. Additionally, Ken is the founder and steward of Buck Creek Sanctuary, a space dedicated to sharing the healing and growth he has experienced through nature and sacred practices. Through Sacred Circle Coaching, he helps individuals recognize the profound connection between humanity and nature and the sacredness of all things.

Guided by the belief that humans are inherently part of nature and that healing is interconnected with this relationship, Ken is dedicated to honoring the sacred in all aspects of life. He commits to personal growth, raising consciousness, and contributing to the healing of the planet.

Book an appointment with Ken on our website: commongroundlouisville.com

08/08/2026

You might be eating "healthy" and still undernourishing your body 🌿

I recently listened to an episode of Medicine Stories (hosted by Amber Magnolia Hill) featuring herbalist and mineral balancing practitioner Ashley Wulkan. The episode is called "The Epidemic of Women Undernourishing" and it is such an important listen.
So many women are exhausted, anxious, and chasing symptoms, spending money on hormone panels and supplement protocols, while the root issue may be simpler than they think: not enough calories, protein, or micronutrients to actually function.

And if you're navigating fertility challenges? Your body will not prioritize reproduction if it doesn't feel resourced enough first.

Some non-negotiables worth knowing:
→ 30g of protein within the first hour of waking
→ Complex carbs are not your enemy (your brain and hormones need glucose)
→ Fat is essential for making estrogen and progesterone
→ That 16-hour intermittent fast may be doing more harm than good

This isn't about adding another protocol to your list. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for your health is simply eat enough, consistently, with real food.
I wrote more on this over on the blog, including a link to the full podcast episode: commongroundlouisville.com/blog

08/06/2026

✨ Meet Dr. Kasie Lessley, PT, DPT ✨
We are so excited to welcome Dr. Kasie to our team! 🎉

With a background in Psychology, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and advanced training in Functional Medicine, Dr. Kasie brings a truly whole-person approach to women's health. Her journey into functional medicine is deeply personal, and that's exactly what makes her so passionate about the work she does.

She specializes in helping women uncover the root causes behind:
-Hormone imbalance
-Gut health & digestive issues
-Fatigue & burnout
-Metabolic & weight struggles
Through functional lab testing and personalized care plans, Dr. Kasie helps women feel heard, supported, and empowered with real answers, not just symptom management.

We are so grateful to have her expertise as part of our care team.
Book an appointment with Dr. Kasie on our website: commongroundlouisville.com

03/16/2026

While many recognize holistic medicine's effectiveness for discomfort and tension relief, its applications extend far beyond these common concerns. Our experienced practitioners at Common Ground Wellness regularly provide treatment for digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, sleep disturbances, immune support, respiratory challenges, exhaustion, cancer care support, dependency recovery assistance, neuropathy, inflammation, menopausal transitions, fertility optimization, post-operative recovery, TMJ dysfunction, and numerous other health concerns. We've helped countless individuals with these diverse needs achieve meaningful improvements. Discover how our comprehensive services can support your wellness journey—schedule your consultation at https://commongroundlouisville.com or call +1 502 882 0545 today.

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1313 Lyndon Lane, 214
Louisville, KY
40222

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Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm

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http://www.commongroundlouisville.com/

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