The qigong classes at Energy Matters are quite wonderful. My teacher is very knowledgeable,…read morecaring, nonjudgmental, and knows how to teach. Qigong is great for health and calmness. I'm 82 years old and can imagine doing this for the rest of my life.

Wild goose Qigong has helped me feel centered and grounded especially in these trying times. The…read moreclass helped me understand the powerful force of energy we each have, feeling that energy move in each of the moves we've learned.

Before working with Dr. Jenn, I felt like I was living in two completely different bodies each…read moremonth. For about half the month, I was deep in brain fog, exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected. Nothing really brought me joy, and my nervous system felt like it was constantly buzzing on high. The other half of the month, when I started to feel a bit better, I was mostly just recovering from how depleted I had been. It was an awful cycle. Working with Dr. Jenn has been truly life changing. She didn't just help me understand and regulate my hormones, she supported me through the full experience of perimenopause in a way that felt deeply holistic. She took the time to talk through the psychological, emotional, spiritual, and physical shifts I was going through, which made me feel seen and understood in a way I hadn't before. Now, I feel like I have my brain back. I have energy again. I can work out at the level I want, which is incredibly important to me as a dance teacher, and I feel happy and present with my child. Most importantly, I feel hopeful about my future again. I truly don't think I would have been able to make some of the big life changes I've been navigating without Dr. Jenn's support. She helped me get to a place where I have the energy, resilience, and clarity to show up for my life. I'm so grateful for her care and would highly recommend her to anyone navigating perimenopause.

Thank you so much for being a part of my care team prior to my baby's arrival. We may not have…read morestarted working together with this end goal in mind, but I strongly believe that your treatment regimen and Replenish program set me up for a birth with no complications and a better understanding of my body. Much gratitude to Dr. Claire and Dr. Amy!

I've been going to Chris at Be Well since February and it's been wonderful! I came in with an…read moreimpingement and decreased mobility in my shoulder from a climbing fall and after maybe three(?) sessions, my pain decreased significantly and I was able to climb again. I still go monthly as a pain management regimen. It brings me a lot of joy to imagine all the folx this place has helped, these kind of treatments are a deeply needed alternative to singularly medicated pain management. I really couldn't recommend this place more!

The team at Be Well Natural provides individualized care that tends to all the parts of you. Their…read moreknowledge base on the inner workings of the body and what it needs to function effectively is unparalleled. I always walk alway not only feeling better but also feeling more seen and aware of what I need. If you are looking to improve your health and wellness but not sure where to start, this is the place to be! Highly suggest you check them out today

Origin Health Center deserves an updated review! I've been a long-time patient over the last 8.5…read moreyears for various services. :: IV nutritional drips - for immunity (Myer's Cocktail), hydration or simply pick me up when in a brain fog (NAD) or when my labs show there's a deficiency :: Injections: B12, Skinny shots, Vitamin D :: PRP Microneedling - facial treatment using platelet-rich plasma (yup you're own blood) before those K-trashians made it trendy - reduced pores and overall, skin looked better ** NEW 2024 - 2025 Treatments ** :: EmFace - non invasive, high-intensity facial electrical stimulation (HIFES) to tighten, tone, and sculpt the face - it also helps immensely with TMJ by relaxing the masseter muscle. I definitely see (face slimmer) and feel the benefits from this treatment! :: EXION - skin rejuvenation procedure - radiofrequency (RF) and ultrasound to stimulate collagen and elastin production Location is quiet with private rooms. Both doctors, Dr Kaila and Dr Manvy are true professionals, friendly, knowledgable and approachable with any questions and available for any follow up. They are both easy to talk to and will put you at ease with any concerns. Front staff friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, costs aren't reimbursable through MY work FSA (it is with other companies) as its holistic medicine which seems counterintuitive but an available option. Mixed metered parking on Piedmont Ave and free parking on the side streets. Hours are very flexible with weekend availability. Accepts Flexible financing (interest free) through Advance Care: advancecarecard.com

I've been to Origins twice and really like and trust the services there. I went to have infusions…read moreto treat low nutritional levels and feel that I'm benefiting. The experience there is really supportive and relaxing with a garden environment and lovely simple facilities. I feel very well taken care of and I look forward to returning again.

SHEILA IS AWESOME !!!! I continue to be amazed at the quality of all of the practitioners here…read more Admittedly, I usually treat during the week, but today had to treat on the weekend because of my schedule. I saw Sheila (whom I have seen before, and already know she is excellent). And I got the most amazing treatment from her. I'm still walking on air, hours later, and feeling great! Thank you ACA, for the consistent, outstanding treatment that you provide to all of your patients, through all of your amazing practitioners! You are a local treasure, and I am doing my best to spread the word!

STILL THE GOLD STANDARD IN ALAMEDA. Orly, Eliza Dean, and Benjamin are the owners and…read morepractitioners, and they are incredibly skilled and also very empathetic and kind. (And they are ably-assisted, as needed, by Sheila, who is equally talented, and sweet as cherry pie! ) The bottom line is that you will receive excellent care at this clinic, regardless of who treats you. And the cost (a sliding scale of $40-$80 cannot be beat). Unquestionably, this is a hidden gem in Alameda for anyone who is in physical or emotional pain. I encourage everyone to to check it out. It is an amazing little oasis of health and healing.

EXTREMELY disappointing: was seeing a MD for high blood…read morepressure and headaches, 2 weeks later i decided to get a 2nd opinion here with Annsheng. *told me my blood pressure was too low (not acounting for the fact that i was on meds to LOWER the blood pressure). She suggested going off the meds * told me i was "too old to donate blood" (which i do regularly) without any medical evidence to back that up (google it yourself) I'm 67 * sold me a TON of meds to take instead - overall visit for "checkup, acupuncture and herbal meds": $250 cash or venmo only. * told me to stop taking daily vitamins and suppliments - i'm very healthy and attribute that to taking vitamins, etc. ALL MY LIFE * told me to go to bed before 10pm. Told her i WORK NIGHTS - her reply: "go to bed before 10pm" her ability to communicate in English was poor, not a helpful trait in someone who is guiding you in your healing. This was an immediate red flag: we spent every 3rd sentence translating her verbiage into something i could understand ("how is your poo-poo"?) seriously not worth your time and money. BTW if you want some free chinese herbs/meds i can hook you up with the ones i haven't touched.

I hate needles! But... I had chronic back pains for over…read moretwelve years, I tried docotors, chiropractors, physical therapists and what not. Then a friend of mine insisted that I try Dr. Men. Out of desperation I tried. She was very understanding and I never saw the needles she used on my back. They didn't hurt and she used them on the muscle knots on my back. The first visit help a lot and on my second visit the pain was all gone! Amazing!

I have been with Dr Vaughn for 3 years now, she is our family doctor and we couldn't be happier…read more She is quick to response and make herself available to us whenever we need her. She provides quality service and health advice and care, she takes her time and is thorough, no one can beat that.

I was looking for a naturopath to do some hormone blood tests and get some info on scar tissue and…read moreother various issues. I'm fairly new to naturopaths since it's so expensive and i'm so grateful I found Dr. Vaughn. I've learned a ton of things that can help my conditions and Dr Vaughn is very proactive and she values empowering her patients which is a rare gift that sets her apart. I'm transgender and Dr Vaughn actually had experience working with transgender people which is also rare. one of my favorite things about Dr Vaughn is her detailed notes and recommendations she sends after each appointment. It's very helpful to have something to refer back to and make sure I'm on track.

Enjoyed a wonderful evening of crystal bowls at Luminary Farms a few months ago. It was over way…read moretoo quickly but I was completely relaxed and refreshed. I am not good at meditating and this replaces meditation for me. After there was time to try the bowls and hear her stories. So interesting to learn about the bowls. Looking forward to attending another event soon.

I am constantly doing, going, working and find it hard to sit still. Yet, I was able to fully relax…read moreand feel present in the sound bath. It's really amazing how the sound envelopes and moves through you. Definitely something I would do again!

Caring, Good listener, Professional, Humorous, Motivational, Trustworth…read more Robert is all of these things and more. I've seen Robert a few times for back pain that has impacted my daily life. I've left with an adjustment that helps with my discomfort. And I always seem to get something on the side from Robert that I don't expect - an appreciation for life, a local club suggestion that serves up amazing Rumba music, a cool option on how to make amazing chicken stock. Matt says if you need a chiropractor you can trust, see Robert Townsend . I promise you will leave with less discomfort. And maybe as you leave you will say hmmmmm, I should make that chicken stock tonight or why don't I try that local music club this weekend..

I always take time time to read other people's reviews before I write my own to see if there are…read moreany shared experiences that I can relate to. Over all I see that my experience with Dr. Townsend is just as good a most of his other reviews. I started committing g to Dr. Townsend after I moved and my old chiropractor was just too far out of my way (I really do miss my old chiropractor). But Dr. Townsend is super talented with his techniques he uses for adjustments. His availability on his schedule is a lot more open than some other Chriopractic offices I have been to. Every I come in to the office for a visit whether it be because I am in pain or for a regular routine adjustment I appreciate his attentiveness to what my needs are at that time. I always leave feeling better than I did when I came in and even better the next day. I appreciate the service I receive

I have asked Dr. Korza for medical advice multiple times. She has proven time and time again to be…read morea life saver. My regular doctors were unable to help me with a skin and inflammation issue that I've had for years, and after speaking with Dr. Korza and following her advice I was able to solve the issue. She was able to help me with supplements and nutritional advice almost immediately as opposed to years of multiple doctors not being able to help me. Most recently she prescribed that I do some blood work and it showed that I was one point away from being pre-diabetic and that I had extremely high iron/ferritin. Again, through her help I was able to get within a normal range, so I am no longer in danger of bing pre-diabetic and my iron/ferritin is down to normal levels. I am feeling much better now on a daily basis because of it, and by getting her expert care, I feel like I have avoided a future health issue. The regular health industry would have only treated me after being diabetic and having a damaged liver that was causing health issues. Thankfully because of Dr. Korza, I was able to avoid all of that, and become healthier now and for the future. I will continue to see her for any current issues that occur and for long term preventive health. I can't recommend her enough.

I have had amazing results working with Dr. Korza with regard to insomnia and hormonal imbalance…read more In fact, it has dramatically changed my life for the better. I was averaging about 0 to 3 hours of sleep per night when I came to see her and each month I endured so much pain around that time of the month. When I saw my Family Pracitioner about these issues she wrote me a prescription for Zoloft. Zoloft? I'm having 10 day periods, pain and insomnia......yes I know that's enough to make someone a bit crazy but why couldn't we just get to the root of the problem? At this point, I decided to go the holistic route and made an appointment with Dr. Korza. The first visit was awesome. No one had ever taken this kind of time to look over my medical history, food and supplement intake, life style, etc. When I came to her I felt uncomfortable, swollen and wrecked from being so tired. The root of the problem: Hormonal Imbalance. She came up with a plan went over it with me in her office and emailed me all of the details. I had to completely change my diet and removed soy, sugar, caffeine, alcohol, dairy, eggs, peanuts and wheat from my diet. I switched to whole foods, low grains and fruit. She also asked me to stop marathon trainings and do lighter, less exercise. She also listened well to me about how many supplements I would be willing to take so she made it incorporate very easy into my regimen and didn't overwhelm me with a bunch of stuff to take all day. I won't lie, changing my diet was a lot of work. And grasping the concept of not running 6 plus miles a day was kind of hard to take. But it was worth the time and investment for my well being. Here it is 10 months later, I am 15 lbs. lighter, I no longer have insomnia. (This is such a victory after struggling for nearly 2 years), my skin looks amazing and I feel so energetic. My pain went away each month and I now only have to deal with 5 days of bleeding vs. 10. I hit 40 and feel better than I did in my 20's! I have also figured out how to simplify my routine so you do get the hang of it and it does become less work after a while. In fact, I really enjoy it and am integrating nutrition into my wellness services at my place of work. There is no magic potion or cure. Dr. Korza will give you the tools to get you on the path to wellness but it is up to YOU to do the work. Remember why you came here and that YOUR health is absolutely worth the time and $$ investment.