Esther Lim, LAc, Bronx, NY | Acupuncturist

About Esther Lim

A healer who bridges science, spirit, and the art of balance Esther’s journey into holistic medicine began with a question that wouldn’t leave her alone: “What if true healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken, but helping the body remember how to thrive?” Trained first in Western medicine, Esther saw how many people were treated for symptoms yet never felt whole. That realization set her on a new path—one that led her to the ancient wisdom of acupuncture and herbal medicine. At the Pacific College of Health and Science, she immersed herself in Chinese Medicine and later trained under Dr. K. Cho, DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM, a master clinician from the renowned Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine. Her style is gentle but powerful. Each session feels less like a procedure and more like a conversation between your body and its natural intelligence. Esther specializes in women’s health, pain relief, emotional balance, and chronic conditions—helping patients reconnect with their vitality, calm, and confidence. What patients love most is her presence: steady, warm, and intuitive. They leave feeling lighter, clearer, and genuinely cared for. Outside the clinic, Esther’s life is full of love and motion—shared with her husband, their three small children, and a spirited Pomeranian who keeps everyone laughing. Her dream is to one day bring her healing skills on mission trips, extending the same compassion she offers here to communities around the world. When you meet Esther, you feel it right away: you’re not just being treated—you’re being seen, supported, and guided back to balance.

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Popular visit reasons

Acupuncture

Ankle Pain

Anxiety

Arthritis

Depression

Infertility Consultation

Morning Sickness

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) / Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

Acupuncture

Ankle Pain

Anxiety

Arthritis

Office location

Riverdale Holistic Center

5676 Riverdale Ave, Ste 103, Bronx, NY 10471

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Education and background

Practice names

Washington Heights Wellness

Education and training

Pacific College of Health and Science - New York, Master's in Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1841052701

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What practice does Esther Lim work with?

Esther Lim works with Washington Heights Wellness.

Where is Esther Lim's office located?

Esther Lim's office is located at 5676 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, NY 10471.

What are common reasons for patients to see Esther Lim?

Esther Lim frequently sees patients for Acupuncture, Anxiety, Arthritis, Depression, and Infertility Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Esther Lim on their profile.