Holistic Care for Your Body and Mind

Four Flowers Wellness is an Eastern Medicine and holistic healthcare practice dedicated to helping you restore your health and vitality. We use the most gentle and effective natural treatments to remove obstacles to healing and support your body and mind during the process.

No matter your diagnosis, our process begins with identifying root causes, continues with a simple treatment plan to guide you, and follows up with ongoing support to continue your progress. Each session is individually tailored to fit you, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, supplement recommendations, nutrition and lifestyle advice.

If you’re tired of being reduced to a list of symptoms, we will help you find the common thread. If you’re following doctor’s orders and still not feeling well, we will help you find the path to feeling better. If you want to find a better way to heal, we will be your partner in health.

October was a busy month at the clinic with 6 (!) new pregnancies. After 12 years doing this work, I still feel giddy for every mama who gets a positive pregnancy test. ​​​​​​​​
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For those of you who haven’t gotten your positive yet, hang in there and don’t lose hope. There is so much we can do find your fertility formula.
When is sticking needles in your body a GOOD thing? With acupuncture, of course!​​​​​​​​
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Acupuncture is the use of tiny, disposable, sterile needles placed gently into specific acupuncture points. It’s been around for thousands of years in Asia and has made its way into the mainstream over the past century.​​​​​​​​
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Acupuncture is now recognized as an effective treatment for pain, menopausal symptoms, fertility, anxiety, insomnia, and many other conditions.​​​​​​​​
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Click the link in bio to schedule a free consultation to find out if acupuncture could be helpful for you.
In Chinese Medicine, flavor is a very important component in healing. Every herb, spice, or food has at least one flavor that will give clues to its effects on the body.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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🌿 Sweet is nourishing and softening.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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When we choose an herbal formula for you, we blend the flavors of the herbs to support your body and constitution.
How is that connected?!​​​​​​​​
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🌊Have you ever had the experience during acupuncture where we treat a point on you leg and suddenly that sore spot on your belly feels better? That is because those areas of your body are connected through meridians, aka channels. ​​​​​​​​
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🌊The body is made up of meridians, which allow your energy to flow. You can think of meridians like rivers that flow throughout the body. Each meridian is connected to specific organs and glands. The meridians are the body’s healing energy pathways, and the acu-points are specific areas along them.​​​​​​​​
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Have you ever felt the meridian connections in your own body?
Is it an herb or is it a spice? Is it medicine or is it food?​​​​​​​​
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Isn’t it wonderful that we can consume plants that are both? Food AND medicine. Flavor AND health. Pleasure AND healing.​​​​​​​​
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Coming from the pharmaceutical paradigm, this concept can be challenging. How can something as benign as cinnamon or my grandmother’s chamomile tea also be powerful medicine? Medicine doesn’t need to come with a hint or danger and a host of side effects to be powerful. If you ask me, the  best medicines come with delicious flavors and the pleasant side effect of overall better health.
I love structure. I love organizing information into spreadsheets (as my former students will tell you!) But, not everyone agrees (looking at you, Fire-types).​​​​​​​​
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Are you resistant to creating routines, habits, and structure? Here are 3 reasons why you should add more structure to your life:​​​​​​​​
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⭐ It creates feelings of safety. Our bodies LOVE routines! Our nervous system gets fired up when we receive danger cues and relaxes when we receive cues of safety.​​​​​​​​
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We interpret structure and predictability in our life as a familiar and safe experience for our bodies, allowing us to relax into rest, digest, heal & reproduce mode.​​​​​​​​
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⭐ Structure reduces anxiety. Predictability is calming for your nervous system. Your primitive warning system gets tripped every time you forget to eat enough or drink enough water. It also gets stuck in the 'on' position if you don't do the things that help you manage stress, like meditation or exercise.​​​​​​​​
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Building those habits into your routine creates calm and predictability so you can spend more of your mental energy on the fun and productive stuff.​​​​​​​​
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⭐ It's less work for your brain. Every single decision, big and small, eats up a lot of time and energy because our brain has to focus on making a new choice. The more decisions we have to make, the more decision-fatigue sets in and saps our energy and willpower.​​​​​​​​
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While developing some structure and habits takes some work upfront, eventually those particular routines will become automatic and not require any thought–thus freeing up your available time, energy, and capacity for joy and healing!​​​​​​​​
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What's one thing you can do today to add some structure and consistency to your day?​​​​​​​​
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Thanks for the awesome photo, @erikeae.

Your Initial Consultation is Free.

Come in and meet us in person. Learn more about our approach and what we do. The free consultation is an opportunity to review your health history and goals and see if you’re comfortable with our philosophy and recommendations.
I have been going to see Ashley for a year and a half and I look forward to it every time I go! I reached out to Ashley at the beginning of my IVF journey and she has been one of the the best parts of the process. She is such a calming and relaxing presence and puts my mind at ease every time I see her. Acupuncture has helped me feel less stressed and allows me to clear my mind. I highly recommend!
Grace Bahn
Grace Bahn
14:11 22 Feb 23
I cannot recommend Ashley and her practice Four Flowers Wellness enough! Ashley is so kind and personable. She's an expert in acupuncture and nontraditional medicine. I loved spending time with her. She made me feel comfortable and helped with all of my concerns and complaints. She offered suggestions and gave me tips to help with my pregnancy and pre-pregnancy. Don't hesitate and schedule a session with her.
Tanya Iovino
Tanya Iovino
19:27 23 Jan 23
I've been going to Ashley for about 6 months now and I've had an incredible experience. She is very attentive and kind. I always leave feeling more at peace.
Dani E.
Dani E.
05:09 04 Jan 23
I’ve had good Accupunture in the past but was amazed by Ashley’s skill and the time she took with me as a new client. Her prices are reasonable and we’ll worth the care I was given
Betty Boshans
Betty Boshans
22:34 14 Dec 22
Highly recommend Ashley and Four Flowers Wellness. I had never done acupuncture before and Ashley really took the time to understand my needs and customized each session based on what I needed that day. I couldn't recommend Four Flowers Wellness enough.
Alyssa Coughin
Alyssa Coughin
18:50 07 Dec 22
Ashley expertise and holistic approach left me feeling so great, even after just one visit. She was extremely gentle and a great listener. I feel like she was able to get a clear picture of my overall health and lifestyle allowing her cater her treatment and recommendations to my specific needs. Walking out of acupuncture with her was like walking out of a great massage, I felt relaxed and my body felt great!
Melissa Boshans
Melissa Boshans
12:49 23 Oct 22
Overall it’s been great working with Ashley as she has been able to bring me back some hope and optimism. I have also learned quite a few things related to womens health and appreciate all her knowledge.
Ruby Zaragoza
Ruby Zaragoza
21:37 03 Aug 22
Ashley is a breath of fresh air! I always walk out feeling rejuvenated and centered. I would recommend to anyone.
Selina Mejia
Selina Mejia
01:00 24 Jul 22
Space is sparkling clean, very warm ,welcoming and Ashley is amazing. I went in for tightness around the left shoulder blade and heart fluttering. Ashley did gua sha and acupuncture. I was a little sore the next day, but the heart fluttering despaired and the shoulder felt very light and easy to move.
Cipriana Simons
Cipriana Simons
19:35 14 Jul 22
Ashley is the best acupuncturist in the City of Chicago. She is a great practitioner and listener. Highly recommend.
emily wilcox
emily wilcox
19:41 25 Jun 22
Ashley is the best acupuncturist in Chicago. Smart, kind and a great listener. I have seen many acupuncturists over the years and she is simply one of the...
Emily W.
Emily W.
12:43 25 Jun 22
Ashley is a master at her craft. She's a deeply knowledgable, compassionate, ever-learning and intuitive practitioner. Working with her has greatly enhanced my health and well-being. Also, the atmosphere at Four Flowers Wellness is lovely, nourishing and so conducive to healing. I highly recommend!
Heather Fraelick
Heather Fraelick
00:55 29 Mar 22
Working with Ashley Flores at Four Flowers Wellness is a pleasure. She really knows very well the Chinese Medicine interpretations, literature and herbal applications and how they compliment and compare with Western treatments, including Functional Medicine. In addition to being an excellent acupuncture practitioner (I've seen a variety of others), she's also an excellent chemist/herbalist. Ashley has created a salve specific to my skin issue that has proved remarkably soothing and healing as well as a powdered herbal treatment that has addressed and nearly cleared up an ongoing thyroid issue. Ashley listens, is thoughtful, clever, encouraging, supportive and has a lovely, patient and kind "bedside manner". I'm ever grateful to have been able to seek out Ashley for treatment as are my family members and friends who have sought out her treatments. Don't hesitate! She's a true professional with great wisdom and insight!
Maggie Weiss
Maggie Weiss
21:02 19 Feb 22
Ashley is professional and warm, the ambiance is relaxing, and you will feel very well taken care of here. Top notch.
Cory O
Cory O
00:16 26 Jan 22
Ashley is a fantastic practitioner and I am so grateful to have found her! She is wonderful at healing and is such a kind and thoughtful person.I had not previously tried acupuncture, and was a little nervous at first. Ashley explained everything really well and was super patient and accommodating. I have since seen her regularly as the practice has been incredibly helpful in improving my muscle function and mobility, as well as reducing pain.Ashley is incredibly knowledgeable in her craft and you can tell she really cares for her clients and their health. Her work seems quite intuitive and natural to her, as she can often help me identify a stiff muscle area that I was unaware of. She uses a holistic approach and provides helpful recommendations and additional resources.I always am asking a million questions or bringing up new theories about my body to her, and she is always so supportive and patient with me! She really makes me feel heard and puts in the extra effort to investigate and track down the root causes. I can sense her gears turning when we discuss things, and it really shows how much she cares and wants to help.
Kara Savage
Kara Savage
18:27 02 Dec 21
I am afraid of needles and was shocked by how relaxing this experience was. Ashley was great to speak with and had a relaxing presence. This was my first experience with acupuncture and she talked me through the steps with ease. I felt very relaxed and have already booked 2 more appointments. I highly recommend
B Miller
B Miller
17:06 16 Nov 21
Today was my first time having an acupuncture treatment. I’ve heard different reviews about it, mainly that it’s painful. I was excited and also afraid for my appointment. Ashley did a wonderful job talking me through the entire experience. She was very thorough, soft spoke, a great listener, understanding and compassionate to my situation. I was so relaxed and calm through it all. I think I took a nap at one point lol. I’m looking forward to working with her to assist me with naturally addressing my health issues and concerns. Thank you Ashley for a great experience today. I still feel the zen…..
AUTUMN BYRD
AUTUMN BYRD
02:40 05 Nov 21
Ashley has been my acupuncturist for several years now. She is extremely knowledgeable of Chinese medicine and so very intuitive. She generously shares her wisdom and resources. I am always amazed how well I feel after a treatment. She's an integral part of my wellness routine!
suzanne knoll
suzanne knoll
21:47 30 Oct 21
Ashley is a wonderful, caring and effective acupuncturist! She helped me heal a chronic condition when I literally thought there was no hope left. She is thoughtful and gentle and her customized herbal blends work wonders. I can't recommend Ashley enough!
Sandra Gutstein
Sandra Gutstein
19:57 25 Aug 21
Ashley's clinic provided me a full healing experience. I came to Ashley really discouraged about a recurring and persistent bladder and kidney issue that I...
Sandra G.
Sandra G.
12:54 25 Aug 21
Ashley helped me through infertility and now my son is 3 months. She is the best!!
Sylvia Ortega
Sylvia Ortega
01:54 16 Jun 21
Ashley is a gem! She is kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She is also generous with resources and discerning with regard to supplements. Ashley only recommends what she believes to be essential. I ask a lot of questions and she addresses each and every one with patience and grace. I trust that I will see the life changing benefits of her care for years to come. I highly recommend Four Flowers Wellness.
Shannon Clark
Shannon Clark
23:52 09 Apr 21
Had my first accupuncture experience ever today with Ashley at Four Flowers. It felt like magic. I have chroinic on and off shoulder and shoulderblade pain due to scoliosis. My SIL has been singing Ashley's praises for some time, and now I got to experience it myself. I was very happy with the treatment, and plan to go back routinely.
Rachel Miller
Rachel Miller
22:52 14 Jan 21
Ashley is the best Acupuncturist I've ever been too. She takes her time to get to know her patients and work on their health and wellness goals. 1st time I've experienced an Acupuncturist and it wasn't painful. I HIGHLY recommend this clinic.
Deonna Melton
Deonna Melton
02:49 14 May 20
Ashley is wonderful! She was so informative and kind to listen to me and answer all of my questions. I was in Chicago for work for 2 months and was so happy to have found such a great place to get acupuncture from. I came to her for help with my hormones. Not only did she help me with that, but also with some chronic upper back and neck pain. I hope I work in Chicago again soon so that I can come in for another session! Highly, highly recommend!
Kayla Sison
Kayla Sison
12:37 26 May 19
Ashley is wonderful! She was so informative and kind to listen to me and answer all of my questions. I was in Chicago for work for 2 months and was so happy to have found such a great place to get acupuncture from. I came to her for help with my hormones. Not only did she help me with that, but also with some chronic upper back and neck pain. I hope I work in Chicago again soon so that I can come in for another session! Highly, highly recommend!
Kayla Moniz
Kayla Moniz
12:36 26 May 19
Georgina
Georgina
01:08 10 Mar 19
Ashley is very welcoming and easy to talk to. She pays attention to detail and asks applicable lifestyle questions to make sure all boxes are checked. I have left each session extremely relaxed and refreshed.
Morghan Buhrman
Morghan Buhrman
17:19 05 Feb 19
I highly recommend Ashley Flores. She has helped achieve our dream of becoming parents. I started seeing Ashley in the Beginning of August and by September I found out i was pregnant. I want to thank you for everything you have done for me.
Jessica Marie Ramos
Jessica Marie Ramos
18:38 18 Dec 18
Alex Keller
Alex Keller
06:27 31 Oct 18
Ashley is a gentle and knowledgeable practitioner of Japanese-style acupuncture (smaller, delicate needles) and shiatsu (invigorating while relaxing massage) who I have seen for years. She does a great job, is very kind, and will also tell you lots about stretching, diet, and other self care that you can do to help yourself in between sessions. I have always felt good results that help with muscle tension, colds, digestion, and emotions/mood. I feel confident you will be satisfied with her work.
Dr. Kathryn Cady
Dr. Kathryn Cady
18:39 08 Jul 18
I went to see Ashley for treatment for my sinuses. After spending literally hundreds of dollars at specialists and ENTs, my chronic congestion and sinus pressure began to be alleviated after one initial visit here. I returned for monthly visits to complete my treatment and could not be more pleased with my experience and the outcome. I highly recommend Ashley and her practice!
Clare Austen-Smith
Clare Austen-Smith
14:29 28 Jun 18
This is my first acupuncture experience and it has truly been life-changing. I came to Ashley with a few areas to focus on and she has been able to address them wonderfully. I have not just benefited from the acupuncture, but the herbs and other evidence-based advice she has provided me with. Anyone looking for a knowledgeable, resourceful, patient-centered provider should seek out Ashley. Anyone who is hesitant or unsure about acupuncture should most definitely give it a try, you will not regret it
Stephanie A
Stephanie A
18:16 27 Jun 18
All good things to say about Ashley at Four Flowers Wellness. Visited consistently and have experience with other acupuncturists. My experience was relaxing and effective. I looked forward to it every week. Highly recommended.
Jonny Five
Jonny Five
11:56 18 Jun 18
I went to Ashley at the suggestion of my doctor when I was struggling with severe insomnia and wanted to explore non-pharmaceutical, non-addictive treatments. I'm so glad I found her. On the initial visit we had a comprehensive conversation - she's a wonderful listener - took my concerns seriously asked lots of follow up questions and never made me feel rushed. Ashley made several recommendations for practical implementable lifestyle changes, to be done in conjunction with the acupuncture and moxa treatments.The treatments themselves are something I began to look forward to. While the needle insertion can be a tiny bit uncomfortable, it takes an instant and as soon as they're all in it's actually an incredibly relaxing and meditative experience. Over several weeks I saw my sleep improve dramatically. Later, I began seeing her for shiatsu massage which has done wonders for a really tight neck and shoulders. I can't say enough good things about Ashley - she's been a lifesaver!
Lauren MacDonald
Lauren MacDonald
13:41 15 Jun 18
I started seeing Ashley at Four Flowers in the begining of January as my husband and I were trying to get pregnant. We had be trying for 6 months but wanted to maximize our chances as much as possible. Well lo and behold I got pregnant in February! I truly believe it was the help of acupuncture that got us here. I continued seeing Ashley until I reached 12 weeks. I am currently 22 and definitely planning to get back to Ashley to prepare me for birth. Ashley not only tried to treat me for fertility, but for acne, anxiety, lack of sleep, headaches, sore muscles and any other issue I mentioned to her. The sessions were pleasant and calming, with heated beds and heaters to keep you warm! I loved everything about the experience, Ashley was always welcoming and very sweet. I would highly recommend Ashley to anyone experiencing even the slightest of issues.
Courtney Daniels
Courtney Daniels
02:20 14 Jun 18
I have been going to Ashley at Four Flowers for a couple of years now. With heavy work travel and stress, I often get headaches and tension in my shoulders and neck. My bi-monthly acupuncture appointments bring relief and help ease the tension in my body. I supplement my acupuncture treatments with shiatsu, which is also very helpful and I leave feeling refreshed and open. Ashley is an expert in her field, takes great care for her patients and creates a calm environment at the studio. In the chaos of daily life (work, family etc.) - Four Flowers is a welcome oasis to help heal and bring relaxation. I highly recommend working with Ashley at Four Flowers.
Danny Wirtz
Danny Wirtz
16:15 10 Jun 18
I was a first timer for acupuncture and have always been intrigued with the healing abilities that had previously knocked my brother of stopping cigarettes (after he tried nearly everything over almost 10 years of smoking). I learned about Four Flowers Wellness because I won a gift card at a silent auction. First of all, I love local businesses that give back to the community so that's worth mentioning. Because I don't really have to many pain points / ailments, I decided to try it out during my first pregnancy as a stress relief and preparation for labor. I really enjoyed my experience of prenatal acupuncture with Ashley. She was extremely informative, knowledgeable and personal. Disclaimer: I don't enjoy needles. That being said, it was not painful at all. Because the needles are so fine (remember, I'm a first timer so this is a review geared towards amateurs) there were just a few points had a bit more pressure and i flinched for a second but that was it. She put a warming lamp over my toes after all the needles were in and let me relax for a while. It was a slight numbing sensation similar to that of laying on the beach when the sun first starts warming your skin. Very relaxing. The morning after, I felt a bit "sore" but in a good way - like a VERY mild version of the kinda sore you feel after a good workout. I really look forward to going back for a follow up session and hope this helps "prepare" for labor and delivery (because I can use all the help I can get). Long story short: I highly recommend Ashley at Four Flowers Wellness. She knows what she is doing and is someone I'd trust referring friends and family to go to because I plan to go back myself!
Shelly Rescansky
Shelly Rescansky
15:43 27 Feb 18
Roberta Mayes
Roberta Mayes
13:59 30 Apr 17
Roberta Dent-Mayes
Roberta Dent-Mayes
02:47 25 Apr 17
Rachel Duerkop
Rachel Duerkop
03:08 22 Aug 16
Ashley not only listens to your concerns but to your body as well. Last visit I had a cold that was gone within 24 hours of treatment. A relaxing environment and a soothing treatment. I love her recommendations of herbs upon leaving each visit. I highly recommend! Today Ashley got out a knot in my shoulder that has been affecting my range of motion with her magic needles. She is the best!
Lori Sapio
Lori Sapio
16:17 30 Mar 16
Salvador Sanchez Ayala
Salvador Sanchez Ayala
18:14 05 Oct 14
Tobin Summerfield
Tobin Summerfield
23:39 05 Sep 13