Daoist Alchemy

The Transformation of the Human Spirit

“Alchemy is not just a little transformation at a time. It’s not about the typical evolution of a human being…the Alchemy we’re discussing here…is about radical transformation - the kind that alters the basic fundamental properties of an object, like base metal being turned into gold…it’s about a person becoming a completely different person.”

— Leta Herman + Jaye McElroy

Through the Mystery Gate: A Daoist Alchemy Self-Discovery Journey

What is Alchemy?

Ancient Chinese Alchemists created a system of Alchemy treatments using acupuncture points to help humanity achieve their full potential. They have been adapted for use in modern practice by Dr. Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th generation Daoist priest, and by my mentor and teacher Leta Herman at the Alchemy Healing Center in Northampton, Ma.

There are nine stages of Alchemy that are designed to address several areas of human growth and spiritual evolution. Treatments provide assistance in moving through past trauma, self doubt, generational patterns, and limiting belief systems so you can truly fly in your life. Leta describes the nine stages as a map or set of directions telling you, “to go left here” and “turn right there,” to help you achieve better health and reach your full potential in life.

Treatments are geared toward addressing trauma and pain (if it’s present) with the goal of moving on from the pain into a better, more fulfilling life. It is a process of cultivating yourself to become a better person, removing blocks and obstacles that prevent you from living a life of ease and freedom.

Alchemy Treatment Offerings

  • The Nine Stages of Alchemy

    Each stage of Alchemy follows its own theme of self cultivation using acupressure to help you along with the process. It is a spiritual evolution roadmap. Treatments are done in hour long sessions over an extended period of time depending on your goals and life circumstances.

  • 13 Ghost Points

    When past experiences of any type still haunt you today, we say you’re not really free to be yourself. The thirteen ghost points is a 4-6 hour treatment designed to clear old trauma, limiting beliefs, obsessive thinking, fears, and negative behavior patterns. Each point in the treatment works to help you embody your true, authentic self.