Rooted in Tradition, Grounded in Care.
NorthLight Hijama is a women-led cupping studio serving women across Central Minnesota and the South Metro, including Burnsville. We offer hijama (wet cupping), along with dry and fire cupping, for women seeking natural, non-pharmaceutical support for pain, stress, inflammation, and overall wellness.
My name is Theresa “Aziza” Richter, founder of NorthLight Hijama and a certified hijama practitioner through Hijama Nation Academy. I have been working with hijama since 2018, and my path into this work began through a deeply personal experience. While living in Denver, I watched a loved one struggle daily with sciatic pain. After seeing the relief that hijama brought, I felt drawn to learn more about this powerful healing tradition.
When I experienced hijama for myself, I was struck by how gentle, grounding, and restorative it felt. That experience changed the way I understood healing and led me to pursue formal training so I could bring this care to other women in a thoughtful and respectful way.
Before stepping into this work, I built a background in hospitality, the service industries, and art and design. Those experiences continue to shape the way I care for clients today, with attention to detail, warmth, creativity, and a strong commitment to helping each woman feel comfortable, seen, and supported.
At NorthLight Hijama, I believe healing should feel both intentional and accessible. My approach is centered on creating a calm, women-focused space where treatments support circulation, tension release, and the body’s natural ability to restore balance. Each session is designed with care, with the goal of helping women feel lighter, more at ease, and more connected to their well-being.
NorthLight Hijama was created from a sincere desire to offer women a safe place to exhale, heal, and be cared for naturally. If you would like to learn more about the heart behind this work, you are welcome to read the full interview linked below.