Acupuncture near Kensington

“I have enjoyed the benefits of acupuncture for many years, but that has been brought to an entirely new level by Frank Griffo. He is truly a lovely human being - kind, patient and attentive, but his best attribute is his tenaciousness in treating problems. He really dives into the issue and treats the cause, not just offering a bandaid for the symptons. I was using an inhaler to treat asthma (two puffs twice daily for quite some time - steroids not being my favorite substance to put in my body) but now due to his treatments and tinctures I am down to one puff each morning. I love the moment during a treatment when I can feel things opening up inside my chest. Frank is a valued asset to our community.“

“Natura is truly the definition of world class care. Jane is incredible when it comes to targeting acupuncture areas for any and all ailments - she and Derek have helped me recover from a back injury, beat insomnia and find peace during stressful times.The experience of going to Natura is always one of professionalism and respect - they meet the client where they are and take account of symptoms each visit, to stay in tune with any new or developing issues. Can't recommend enough!“

“This practice is very comfortable and convenient and everyone is very pleasant and considerate. You should check them out they are worth it.“

“I love coming here! The atmosphere is relaxing, quiet, thoughtful and clean. The room is always warm and cozy, the perfect environment for healing. My practitioner is Rebecca Rizzetta. She is an excellent listener and an incredibly skilled practitioner. She has worked magic with my chronic shoulder pain, tight hips and helped me heal after I broke my ankle. Scheduling is very easy on their website and I have never had trouble getting an appointment same week.“

“I have been going to Shirliey for almost two years now through so many phases of infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and now pregnancy! She has been one of the only constant practitioners I have seen throughout the process and she is truly a gifted and essential godsend. In addition to helping me to (finally) achieve pregnancy, she has also helped to balance my spirit and body as a whole as I've navigated this super stressful time. I've done both weekly acupuncture and Maya massage her based on different things going on with infertility treatments, diagnosis, and more. She is incredibly knowledgable in both and how to use both in tandem to heal. She is a great listener and a wealth of knowledge beyond just acupuncture, providing dietary and at-home healing techniques for everything from bloating and stress to indigestion and allergies. I love talking with her every week to debrief how things are going, and also appreciate her practical and direct but caring communication style. I've celebrated and also cried with her and consider her such an important part of my care team. I cannot recommend Shirliey enough!“

“I had never received acupuncture treatment prior to my first visit with Dr. Alison Winters, but after several months of treatment I cannot imagine going back! Alison is empathetic, kind, patient, and extremely knowledgeable. Her ability to focus on my physical and mental needs while providing excellent holistic service is truly remarkable. Ever since my first visit, I've been singing her praises to anybody with ailments that could benefit from Alison's care (so basically everybody I know). If you are on the fence about trying acupuncture or are considering switching to a new provider, go see Dr. A!“

“Coreen introduced me to an entire world of wellness. She was my first ever acupuncturist, and I can't imagine having had a better introduction. She treats the entire body, and not only diagnosed but also healed my rosacea (even though that's not what I initially saw her for). It's been 6 months since I last saw Coreen, and I haven't had another occurrence. Outside of my skin looking fantastic, I've never felt better or more in touch with my body than when I was seeing Coreen. I tell all of my friends to go to Coreen, she's a true healer and I'm so grateful for having met her.“

“Elanita Korian made me feel perhaps the best I’ve ever felt, in one of the worst weeks of my life. I contacted her the week I came down with Bell’s Palsy (partial facial paralysis) after my doctor said acupuncture might help. I was a mess—scared and unsure of what was going on with my body. After a quick phone consultation, Elanita fit me into her busy schedule, and I’m so grateful that she did.Elanita did acupuncture on my face, hands, and feet, LED light therapy on my face, and light cupping on my face, as well as using essential oils. I’d never had acupuncture before seeing Elanita, so I had no idea what to expect, but afterward, I felt lighter. I felt like I was floating and like a burden had been lifted. I felt really cared for at a moment when I needed someone to care for me. Her demeanor is calming, and I felt like she was really listening to me. Elanita followed up by recommending an iron and herb supplement for energy—I’ve been taking it and I think it’s helpful—and she immediately sent notes about me to a different acupuncturist I planned to see who takes my insurance. Her practice is conveniently located downtown, right by Muni and BART, and the space is lovely.I’d had nothing to compare my visit to at the time, but now I’ve been to a couple of acupuncturists who take my insurance, and there’s just no comparison. Other acupuncturists I’ve seen are just people sticking needles in my face and body, which might or might not help, but seeing Elanita was transformative. I’m planning to go back to Elanita and splurge on paying out of pocket because I’ve never felt so good in my life.“

“I started with Kelsey a couple years ago and completed a 6 month health coaching program with her. She is warm, easy to talk to and meets you exactly where you are while gently nudging you in the direction you want to go. I genuinely felt like she believed in me and was rooting for me at every turn. I still reflect back on the insights I gained working with her and encourage anyone looking to grow and step into their power to reach out to her.Fast forward to now: I see Kelsey for acupuncture that is nothing short of magnificent. Her space is beautiful and soothing, warm and inviting just like her. She even sneaks in some coaching while working with you if you're open to it. 10/10 recommend her services.“

“Wiley read my intake carefully and listened attentively in consults and meetings. He was very culturally sensitive with gender non-conforming needs. His touch is sure and comforting. The acupuncture and massage treatment both had immediate strong effects. Dr Huey, I want to play that relaxing music for my students!“

“I’m so glad I found someone as knowledgeable and experienced in treating my chronic hip pain as Kari. She always has a plan and I feel so well cared for, listened to, and supported.“

“The practitioners at Good Witch Wellness are knowledgeable, attentive, caring, warm, and down to Earth. The space is clean, inviting, relaxing and comfortable. My quality of my sleep improved immediately and I am already feeling better. Easy parking! On a very cute block in a cute neighborhood!“

“He is fantastic and I am embarrassed it took me so long to write this review. I went to Aaron a few years ago because I was having pain in my shoulder and I mentioned I also had suffered from Irritable Bowel Syndrome for several years. He then used a Traditional Chinese Medicine medical massage to stretch my hip, leg and stomach muscles and IN ONE SESSION my IBS was gone after years of suffering from it. It was basically miraculous in my opinion. He helped me understand how the stress in your body is all connected to multiple different muscles and if you stretch out one area, you can heal another area. Bottom line Aaron helped me see the power of TCM and he radically improved my life. Thanks Aaron! Definitely one of the BEST acupuncturists and TCM doctors in the Bay Area!“

“Fanny is a talented esthetician that not only provides excellent hydro facials but truly wants to get to know you and your skin beforehand. I was very impressed with the level of detail and care she provided before and during the appointment and her follow ups to check in on how my skin was doing post-facial, which really demonstrates her level of dedication to her clients and her skin care services. She wants to make sure your skin is feeling great and what may need to be tweaked (if anything) for you personally for next time.She is a delight and could not recommend her more - looking forward to my next visit!“

“Tracy is fantastic, for so many reasons! I came to Island Acupuncture for fertility support, once we decided to expand our family with baby #2. I had never gotten acupuncture before, and I'm so grateful to have found Tracy. It took us 7 months to conceive our first child (within average but still grueling!), so at the young age of 36 I wanted to do all I could to improve our chances with baby #2. So to Island Acupuncture I went!Long story short - We got pregnant on our very first try! I started weekly sessions with Tracy about 3 months before we planned to start trying, to prepare my body for a healthy conception and pregnancy. We weren't expecting it to happen right away, but we conceived on our first attempt after 3 months of treatment! I'm now 24 weeks along and have since moved away from Alameda, but I definitely would have continued with Tracy through the pregnancy if I could.In addition to acupuncture, I got so much more than I expected out of the experience. Tracy demonstrates such kindness and empathy in her treatment, seeking to understand not only your physical needs/concerns but also the emotional side. She takes time to help you understand what she's doing and why, and went above and beyond to advise on my holistic fertility journey - not just the acupuncture and herbal supplements she provided. She recommended a free fertility app to track temperature, ovulation, and menstrual symptoms, and took time before each session to review that week's chart and help me better understand my own reproductive system. I also appreciate that she never claimed her tools were the definitive answer to fertility - she was honest and research-driven in her approach, often explaining that these were simply drops in a larger bucket, contributing to a healthier reproductive cycle. She's a kind and brilliant practitioner and I cannot recommend her more!“

“Thoughtful, intentional and wonderful practitioner. Have had many sessions with Aimee and cannot say enough about her. The newsletters she creates are also such a beautifully crafted touch. 10/10!“

“I have been receiving acupuncture treatment from Shoshana for many years and she has helped me so much. She is an extraordinary acupuncturist and I highly recommend her.“

“Rachel Alkire -- what a gem!! She is one of the most genuine, caring, generous, and thoughtful practitioners I have come across in the medical/healing space. At 38 weeks pregnant I had an acute/urgent issue and even though I hadn't seen her for an appointment in many months, she immediately responded to my message with a phone call and provided a wealth of sage knowledge and advice. Both her kindness and her holistic medical wisdom shine through when you interact with her. Highly recommend.“

“Both clinician Mel and supervisor Dr. Venn were professional, thorough and friendly in their assessment, and I got useful feedback and information about my treatment. They answered my questions, and I felt seen and respected.“

“Deanna was so intuitive with her treatment and helped me get to the heart of the matter. She is deeply knowledgeable and confident as a practitioner. A world class acupuncturist!“

“After 20 years of including massage as part of my self care, I am delighted and grateful to have found Kimberly! With a balance of expertise and compassion, Kimberly provides therapy that feels great in the moment and long after. Stop hesitating and just make an appointment!“

“Jenny is an amazing healer. I started going to her when I was pregnant and she helped me with nausea and fatigue. Now my son is 13. She has treated me for so many different issues through the years--treating my asthma, healing from pneumonia, dealing with frozen shoulder, hormone imbalance and most recently, a knee injury. She is so experienced that she is always fast and efficient. I find relief within jus a few sessions. And her wit and wisdom are an added bonus! I can't recommend her enough.“

“Maki is a gifted healer! She treated me 8 months post ankle surgery when I was still walking with a limp, especially after short runs. After the first session, I ran a mile and had no limp afterwards - I couldn't believe it!! And then in a few more sessions, she helped breakdown scar tissue from the surgery, and refined my gait.Maki is very thorough, sensitive, and knowledgeable. Her office is spotless and very comfortable (so relaxing that I always fell asleep).Thank you, Maki!!“

“Srinika was wonderful to work with. I came to her with persistent digestive issues and after thorough testing we found the solution that was right for me. I haven't had any of my symptoms return since following her recommendations and dietary changes.“

“Working with Paola has been life changing for me. Major health improvements across the board in all physical energy systems; stress, sleep, gut health and balancing hormones. Very experienced practitioner with immense kindness. Amanda who manages the office is amazing too. Highly recommend!!“

“Blue Sky Acupuncture is a gem of a place. Very clean and cozy, with a great atmosphere and décor. But, the best part is the quality of the service. I have a stiff neck and tight lower back. I also have ulnar nerve neuropathy. So, I recently started getting acupuncture to help with the tight muscles. I get a treatment every week, and I often combine it with cupping or gua sha, which is scraping with a copper tool to increase blood flow and break up adhesions. No matter what treatment I get, I always feel great afterwards. Victoria is so good at what she does. Not only that, but she is warm, kind, and dedicated to making her patients feel better. She truly goes above and beyond to make sure you get the absolute treatment possible. I feel very lucky and thankful I discovered this gem of a place!!“

“Wow, I did dry needling here and it totally saved me. My planter fasciitis is gone! I can’t believe it.“