sacred bee apitherapy- Hoshindo

Working with the bees & our intuition, in divine partnership, to inspire health, balance & wellbeing

safe, gentle & effective

Sacred Bee harnesses the power of Bee Medicine, utilizing Japanese meridian apitherapy (Hoshindo) treatments and honey bee products to regulate the immune system

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our practitioners

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Joyce Roetter, MFA BFA

Joyce practices apitherapy, kambo therapy and hirudotherapy at Dr. Russ Canfield’s integrative medical clinic 360 Medicine in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

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Gillian Mickelson

Gillian practices apitherapy at her Sacred Bee Ministry in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with an onsite bee cottage situated in a peaceful garden.

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Bee medicine may assist in the treatment of the following disorders:

∞ Lyme disease

∞ MS

∞ ALS

∞ Parkinson’s

∞ Lupus

∞ Fibromyalgia

∞ Back pain, Sciatica

∞ Arthritis

∞ Gout

∞ Fractures and Sprains

∞ Dementia

∞ Cognitive dysfunction

∞ Ankylosing Spondylitis

∞ Allergies

∞ Sinusitis

∞ Interstitial Cystitis

∞ Anxiety and Depression

∞ Insomnia

∞ Tinnitus

∞ Vision disorders

∞ Skin lessons, Burns

∞ Shingles

∞ Infertility

∞ Hormone imbalance

∞ Migraine headaches

∞ Heart Disease

Testimonials

"I met Joyce and Gillian at Sacred Bee Apitherapy when my husband was suffering from Lyme disease and we had no idea what to do. They were extremely generous in caring for him. After years of being ill, he made wonderful progress that sent him on a road to recovery and a new path in life. I have also received treatment from them, and found it to be wonderful for strengthening one’s health. Their method is very effective with relatively little pain and both of us have looked forward to our visits. They share great resources with 360 Medicine which reinforces their holistic approach to healing. As beekeepers, it was astonishing to learn more about the great benefits that bees give us."

—Clare Smith, Artist, NY
"Joyce is a healer in the true sense of the word. With the help of the bees and the wisdom she has gained from them, she is able to open up new worlds and new paths to better health for her clients by sharing this gift with others. She is kind, nurturing, and always present with her clients. She will help you see your own path to health and guide you on how to get there. There are many benefits from not only the venom of the bees, but the pollen and propolis that they make to defend themselves from microbes that also affect and debilitate us as humans. All of these access points to better health from the bees made possible by a practitioner like Joyce, make the experience very deep and meaningful".

—Kevin, Teacher, MO
"I have been greatly benefited from regular Hoshindo Meridian Apitherapy treatments for the last six months by Joyce Roetter. I had been doing acupuncture treatments for many years and had heard about apitherapy from friends but was initially reluctant to try it. Finally, after hearing of the amazing success of apitherapy in treating difficult medical conditions, I decided to investigate. When I learned that Hoshindo Meridian therapy was helpful for treating vision problems, as well as anti-aging and longevity issues, I signed up. At age 85 I have found the apitherapy helpful in dealing with everything from macular degeneration to aches and pains. I have also embraced the spiritual aspect of apitherapy, learning more about the bees who make it all possible. I heartily recommend Hoshindo Meridian Apitherapy as practiced by Joyce Roetter. She is a true healer on many levels — a master practitioner and beekeeper as well."

—Malcolm Ebright, Historian, NM
"I was several years into a relapse of neurological Lyme disease when I was introduced to Hoshindo. My most troubling symptoms were brain fog, extreme fatigue and back pain. After my first sessions with Gillian, I felt a great improvement in the brain fog and over the time we’ve been working together I have had a significant reduction in symptoms (some no longer present at all). I’m so grateful I found this resource to manage this debilitating disease."

—Jean Little, Lawyer, NM
"I started seeing Joyce one year ago after not be able to see any reduction in symptoms with multiple treatments due to chronic immune dysfunction in relationship to Lyme and Bartonella. I have seen a myriad of symptoms remit permanently with Hoshindo Bee Venom Therapy and the immediate anti-inflammatory benefit is profound. Joyce’s knowledge is vast and bedside manner is the best I have encountered. I plan to continue to work with her in the coming years, this practice has immensely benefited my journey to health."

—Tim, Event Planner, NM
"When I first met Gillian Mickelson she was a nurse at 360 Medicine, a clinic in Santa Fe, MM, where I was undergoing treatment for chronic fatigue. Gillian told me her story; she had been severely compromised with neurological issues associated with Lyme disease. I learned about her subsequent return to health with Hoshindo, after which she trained to be a practitioner so she, in turn, could help others. As an intuitive healer, Gillian suggested that I be tested for Lyme disease. The test came back positive, and I have been under her care ever since. In time my condition stabilized, to the point where I was able to return to school and become a health coach. In addition to treating my Lyme, Gillian has worked on large surgery scars, foot pain, and neck and back pain with impressive results. The Sacred Bee is a 5 star healing center."

—Virginia Berry, Health Coach, NM
"In the spring and summer of 2015 I had multiple episodes of meningitis from the shingles virus. My doctors tried several antiviral medications but nothing worked to control the meningitis symptoms. For six months I was so ill I had to have live-in care. I really thought I was going to die, and I was in so much pain I remember thinking dying might not be such a bad idea. After exhausting all of the other options, one of my doctors suggested that I try bee venom therapy. I started in September, 2015. Though I’ve been treated primarily by Gillian, I’ve also had treatments from Joyce. Both Gillian and Joyce bring a wealth of experience, skill and empathy to their practice. They have both recovered from complex illnesses with apitherapy, so they deeply understand what their patients are going through. One of the most important things when you are seriously ill is being able to trust your health care providers. I trust Gillian and Joyce without reservation. I feel they have quite literally held my life in their hands, and patiently, carefully, lovingly, given it back to me, one treatment at a time. I can’t really express the depth of my gratitude for their wisdom, skill, and dedication, and for their own deep love of the bees. They have guided me on a path of recovery that is restoring not just my health, but my sense of pleasure in being alive and my hopes for the future."

—Rochelle Williams, Business Owner, NM
"I’ve been dealing with Lyme disease since 2005; when I moved back to Santa Fe in 2012 I was told through a friend about Apitherapy (Hoshindo). I had tried everything I possibly could with Western Medicine and didn’t see much result. I started seeing Joyce Roetter in 2015 and still see her today, 3 years later. Joyce is very understanding of the points that effect different aspects of the complex body. The treatment I receive weekly is something I actually look forward to, as I typically leave feeling better. Whether it be mental clarity or a specific issue with pain, my GI system, etc., Joyce is able to adapt and focus on the areas in most need. I would have never thought I would get tapping and stings done with bees weekly, but it has honestly been one of the few treatments I’ve done where I have seen results."

—Brett Hultberg, Realtor, NM
"I'm at a loss for words to adequately express my appreciation to Gillian, who has given me my life back. I’m thankful for the professional and compassionate care I received and not only regained my health but also a beautiful friendship! Gillian & Joyce are professional & compassionate and they both know firsthand the hardship of Lyme Disease. Don’t EVER lose hope! When I realized that bees were actually a natural form of “God’s medicine” I felt a connection to this therapy. I will be forever grateful…. BVT has enabled me to live my life again! Thank You!"

—Sandy J., Retiree, NM