Dr. Mary Claire Dilks founded Emerging Energy Acupuncture in 2004, is a licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in Rhode Island, and is nationally board-certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
As a teenager with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, she learned how illness holds us back from doing the things we want to do. At this time, she began to study Eastern Philosophy and Meditation. With holistic medicine and nutritional support, she recovered and made it her mission to help people overcome illness. Dr. Dilks studied at Loyola University in Chicago where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy. Always curious, this basis of theoretical thinking has proven invaluable in her practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Dr. Dilks entered the field of Integrative Medicine in 1999 while working at American Whole Health in Chicago. After experiencing the transformational power of Chinese Medicine, Dr. Dilks enrolled in the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, where she studied at both the Chicago and the New York City campuses. In total, the rigorous 4 year Master’s program involved over 3000 hours of clinical work,
Chinese Medicine, and Western Medicine Sciences.
Dr. Dilks has completed several graduate mentorship programs for advanced Chinese Herbal Training, including a Diploma in Dermatology through a year-long program of study with the renowned Dermatologist from England, Mazin Al-Khafaji. She applies the theories of Classical Chinese Medicine to address many modern conditions. Dr. Dilks also uses modern neuroscience acupuncture and other acupuncture systems to effectively treat many complicated conditions. Over two decades later, it is still her mission to help people find renewed health and balance.
In her free time, she enjoys walking her standard poodle, cooking using local food, hiking with her family, gardening, making jewelry, and crafting natural skincare and aromatherapy products for her line Pearl Apothecary.
Dr. Mary Claire Dilks founded Emerging Energy Acupuncture in 2004, is a licensed Doctor of Acupun...
Read More
Dr. Deidre Flynn is a nationally board-certified and Rhode Island state-licensed Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She holds both a Doctorate and a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from the New England School of Acupuncture at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences— the oldest acupuncture school in the country. Her training includes diverse acupuncture modalities, from traditional Chinese to Korean styles, but it was Chinese herbal medicine that truly captivated her and continues to shape her holistic approach to healing.
Before her career in medicine, Deidre spent two decades as an account executive in the organic and specialty food industry. Her passion for food as medicine—a deeply personal and powerful philosophy—eventually led her to the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where the therapeutic use of food and herbs are central to patient care.
Her clinical experience includes work at Boston Medical Center, UMass Memorial Hospital, private practice settings, and the New England School of Acupuncture’s teaching clinic. Deidre combines her extensive education with a compassionate, intuitive approach to treatment, helping patients understand the root causes of illness and guiding them on a path toward balance and healing.
Deidre also holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Saint Anselm College, a background she credits with deepening her ability to listen and connect. An acting professor during her undergraduate years sparked her interest in Eastern philosophy, meditation, and yoga—an awakening that transformed her life and led to further studies as a certified yoga instructor and Reiki practitioner.
Dr. Flynn creates a welcoming and supportive space for her patients, with a clinical focus on women’s health, autoimmune conditions, cardiovascular health, and emotional wellness. She treats both chronic and acute conditions with skill, empathy, and a belief in the body’s innate ability to heal.
Outside the clinic, you’ll find Deidre enjoying nature—near the ocean in the summer or skiing in the winter—with her partner, their children (both two- and four-legged), and a home always brimming with life. Whether it’s a sprouting onion or a healing insight, she believes in noticing growth—and nurturing it.
Dr. Deidre Flynn is a nationally board-certified and Rhode Island state-licensed Doctor of Acupun...
Read More
Charlotte King is a board certified and licensed Doctor of Acupuncture. She graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture in Newton, MA, and is trained in Chinese, Japanese and orthopedic styles of acupuncture, as well as pediatric treatment techniques. Her post-graduate training has included extensive study in the treatment of chronic and acute back pain, as well as mental health disorders, insomnia, headaches, and women’s health.
Charlotte King is a board certified and licensed Doctor of Acupuncture. She graduated from the Ne...
Read More
Rachel Langus graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) with a Masters of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (MAc CHM). After a career in film arts administration and distribution, she personally found acupuncture treatment as a way to de-stress and find a healthy life balance. She was ultimately drawn to pursue the field—compelled to share its wonders with others.
With over 1,000 clinical hours and 3,000 didactic hours of specialized training, Rachel learned both the art and science of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Chinese Herbal Medicine. During her studies, she completed thirteen internships across various healthcare settings, including Boston Medical Center Internal Medicine & Family Medicine, Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital, New England School of Acupuncture clinic, and various private practices, gaining a comprehensive understanding of different approaches, styles, and techniques.
A natural healer, and drawn to bringing harmony and equilibrium to others’ lives, she also received her 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT500) and Advanced Restorative Yoga certification, is a level two Reiki practitioner, and an aromatherapist. Incorporating all these elements into her treatments, she encourages mindfulness, self-reflection, self-discovery, self-empowerment, stress management, grounding and relaxation. Her treatments are varied and patient-focused and strengthen the mind/body connection.
Rachel also can’t let a dog go by without petting it…especially Sadie, her Black Lab/Beagle mix rescue! She is always down to do something crafty with her hands like beading, crochet, or pottery and loves dance fitness like Zumba and Jamaican Dancehall. She can often be found listening to a true-crime or comedy podcast.
Rachel Langus graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) at the Massachusetts Co...
Read More
Born in Thailand, Kunchalee Phichitaksonkun is known as “Tong” and has practiced Traditional Thai Massage for 24 years. In 2014, Tong moved to the US and practiced at Thai Tranquility Bodywork in Providence for 8 years before joining the Emerging Energy Acupuncture and Wellness team. Tong offers a targeted and therapeutic approach to bodywork for whole body balance.
Born in Thailand, Kunchalee Phichitaksonkun is known as “Tong” and has practiced Traditional Thai...
Read More
Jenn Swanberg, Ph.D. is a certified mindfulness meditation teacher, work+life mindfulness coach, and university professor with over 30 years of studying the effects of work-life demands on well-being, and what workplaces can do to holistically support women. She maintains that for women to thrive in a healthy manner within our competitive culture requires intentional choices. Intentional choices about careers, relationships, family, health, lifestyle, and avocational activities. Living with intention requires presence, curiosity and courage.
Jenn believes in the power of mindful awareness to heal and reconnect us to our inherent sense of well-being and ease and is passionate about sharing its benefits with others. She offers work+life mindfulness coaching, mindfulness meditation classes, and 1:1 mindfulness meditation instruction. Her coaching integrates current knowledge on mindfulness, stress management, and the facets of work+life that optimize success. She helps to facilitate, guide, and support learning a new way to live a life that promotes contentment, well-being, and ease.
Stay tuned for future mindfulness meditation offerings.
Jenn Swanberg, Ph.D. is a certified mindfulness meditation teacher, work+life mindfulness coach, ...
Read More
Daniel Tague holds a Master’s degree in acupuncture and a certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine from The Won Institute of Graduate Studies, and is nationally certified through the NCCAOM. He has been trained in both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Worsley Five Element acupuncture. Along with acupuncture and herbs, he practices facial rejuvenation and other ancillary treatments such as gua sha, tuina, moxibustion, and cupping therapies.
Daniel also has a Bachelor’s degree from Tyler School of Art in painting and sculpture and worked for many years in childcare, teaching, and the arts. The art-making process develops one’s tactile senses in a way that lends a unique set of skills to Daniel’s practice, where he seeks to create a safe, comfortable, and fun healing environment for his patients.
Daniel Tague holds a Master’s degree in acupuncture and a certificate in Chinese Herbal Medicine ...
Read More
Alison Zagorsky is a holistic esthetician with training in lymphatic drainage, gua sha technique, and Dien Chan Zone Facial Reflexology.
She brings twenty-two years of experience as an holistic skincare practitioner and has worked in clinical settings, luxury five star spas and stunning ocean front hotels. Having struggled for years with chemical sensitives and acne, many of her treatments are designed for sensitive and very reactive skin conditions and utilize a “less is more” philosophy with an emphasis on increasing circulation for skin health and resilience. Her approach uses clean, natural and effective skincare lines and massage techniques such as lifting, sculpting, lymphatic work and gua sha to give instant results and visible shifts with regular application.
Alison takes great pride her her passion for a more holistic, sustainable process. She loves for clients to experience the immediate and lasting results of these effective, gentle techniques.
Alison Zagorsky is a holistic esthetician with training in lymphatic drainage, gua sha technique,...
Read More
