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Bee venom therapy (BVT) harnesses the honey bee’s natural defense mechanism, providing a unique approach to alleviating chronic pain and inflammation. Through the action of melittin—a potent peptide known for antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antitumoral, and antiparasitic properties—BVT stimulates immune and adrenal responses that catalyze the body’s own healing processes. This makes BVT a potential aid in managing arthritis, Lyme disease, rheumatism, neurological disorders, asthma, cancer, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s diseases, and other chronic conditions.
In addition to bee venom, I incorporate the medicinal properties of honey, beeswax, royal jelly, bee pollen, hive air, and propolis into my practice.
Hello! I’m Joy McEwen, a Southern Oregon-based apitherapist, beekeeper, and board member of the American Apitherapy Society. With over 20 years of beekeeping experience at Diggin’ Livin’ Farm & Apiaries and as co-author of Raising Resilient Bees, I combine my background in natural beekeeping with more than a decade of apitherapy training. Inspired by the teachings of apitherapy pioneer Charles Mraz, I offer accessible, compassionate therapies designed to support your wellness journey through the natural benefits of honeybee-based healing.
Our Approach Honeybee Healing Arts promotes a patient-led process, empowering clients to take an active role in their healing journey. With training and support, clients often learn self-administration, gaining comfort and confidence over time. This journey is personalized to each individual’s wellness goals.
Appointments and Locations
It’s with great joy and gratitude that I join Shannon and Nathan at their wellness practice here in Ashland, OR. I’m so thankful for this opportunity to connect with all of you in the Sacred Living Center community, and for the chance to share the unique benefits of apitherapy within their healing space. Their commitment to holistic wellness makes it a perfect environment for me to expand my offerings here in Ashland as an apitherapist.
As we establish regular clientelle versed in BVT, we’ll also host monthly ‘Let’s Talk Bees’ sessions and group stinging events.
I am available on TUESDAYS 10-3pm for apitherapy appointments at Sacred Living Center. Shannon will be joining sessions as she is mentoring with me.
Apitherapy Offerings - online booking below
Each session is customized to your unique health needs. Options include:
*Initial Apitherapy and Bee Venom Therapy (BVT)
Office: $100 for 70 minutes. This introductory session includes a full intake discussion, overview of apitherapy, and optional test sting.
*General Apitherapy and BVT (Follow-Up)
Office: $80 for 50 minutes. Review initial response and refine your plan; additional stings $5 each.
*Established BVT
Office: $60 for 30 minutes. For clients comfortable with BVT, sessions follow your personalized treatment plan; additional stings $5 each.
Zoom BVT Care
Virtual: $60 for 30 minutes. For remote clients, I provide guidance in sourcing bees, creating a treatment plan, and learning self-stinging if desired. *visit www.digginlivin.com to schedule.
*In-Home (Rogue/Illinois/Applegate Valleys): options available - *visit www.digginlivin.com to schedule.
I also offer appointments on Fridays in the space above Jade Mountain Medicine 190 Oak Street in Ashland if you need to see me multiple times a week or need different availability than Tuesdays @ Sacred Living Center.
For those looking to expand their own beekeeping knowledge or looking for personal beekeeping hive care, I am also available for in-home beekeeping consultations and services.
Sessions are facilitated and led by Joy McEwen with Shannon assisting.
Please do not prepay - payment goes to Joy at time of session.
