I was diagnosed as having Bell's Palsy this year. I had an appointment with Mariko during my second…read moreweek of having Bell's. Mariko was able to assist my recovery in a speedy way and did small tweaks that helped. Such as when I said my left eye wasn't closing at night to sleep. The next day my eye closed enough that I didn't need to tape it shut! I also have stomach issues that she was able to pinpoint and I felt immediately better. Mariko also gave me herbs to address these issues. I am continuing my treatment here as my Bell's Palsy issues reverse and I'm discovering many other ways she can help my health! I highly recommend her.

I'm about two years late writing this review, but I couldn't let any more time pass without sharing…read morehow Dr. Mariko Horie changed my life. My husband and I had been trying to have a baby for three years, and after countless disappointments, we had completely given up hope. Since we both work remotely, we made a bold decision--sell everything, leave Santa Barbara, and travel the world. Before we left in April 2023, I visited Dr. Mariko Horie's office, hoping to find some alternative ways to manage the stress and weight gain I was experiencing. I had never tried acupuncture before, but I was desperate for anything that could help regulate my nervous system. From my very first session, I was blown away. I felt like I was floating. When I mentioned my chronic jaw tension, Dr. Horie worked her magic, and for the first time, I experienced a release so profound it was as if years of stress melted away in an instant. But that wasn't even the most incredible part. During my final session, Dr. Horie held my hand, looked me in the eye, and asked, "Are you pregnant?" I laughed and shook my head. "No, impossible. Sorry. The fertility doctors don't have an answer, but we can't have a baby. That's why we've decided to leave and travel." She simply raised an eyebrow, saying nothing--just giving me a look that seemed to say, We'll see about that. A few weeks later, we arrived at our first destination: a tiny, remote island in Washington State, where whales breach right in front of your house and bald eagles perch above you as you sip your morning coffee. It was paradise. And it was there, on that magical little island, that we discovered we had brought along an unexpected hitchhiker from Santa Barbara--I was pregnant. Fast forward, and I'm now the mom of a healthy, happy, incredibly smart baby boy. We didn't stop traveling either--our little guy got his passport at just four months old, and we've been adventuring ever since. I can't wait to return to Santa Barbara and visit Dr. Mariko Horie again. She changed my life in ways I never imagined, and I will be forever grateful.

Elisa is incredible!…read more I first reached out to her after I was given a medical diagnosis that was delivered in a pretty disturbing manner, so I was dealing with the medical condition, with the triggering and inconsiderate way I was given the news, and with the fact that the disease runs in my family and it's something I'd been monitoring in the past. From the first time I met with her and in every subsequent appointment, Elisa has offered me a wonderfully affirming space, as well as a deeply intelligent and mindful approach to supporting my wellness goals. Each time I've met with her for an appointment, I leave her office feeling stronger and more present in my own Self (body, spirit, mind), and the work that takes place in iur appointments continues to carry over and benefit many areas of my life. I can genuinely say that I am able to navigate life's challenges with more confidence and trust thanks to the work that she has done to support me. I highly, highly recommend her!

I came to Elisa after suffering from severe gut inflammation that had me in the hospital for nearly…read morea week. The doctors I worked with were unable to give me answers, nor were they able to treat my symptoms well. I was simply given pain and nausea medication and sent home. I was unable to eat, barely able to move or walk, and was completely debilitated by a lack of energy, pain, and stress. Elisa's work was nothing short of transformative. Not only did she help me directly address many of the symptoms of my condition (particularly the incredible pain and nausea), but she also helped me target the underlying triggers, especially the stress. I entered her office weak, in pain, and without much hope for my condition. I left without pain, with more energy, and free from an incredible amount of stress that I had built up in recent weeks. The visit was not only cathartic, but it set me on a course to recovery. I was able to eat a real meal for the first time in nearly a week, and my energy levels returned enough to allow me to go for a morning walk and even a run a few days later. My condition continued to improve over the next few days, and things became even better after my second visit. I cannot thank Elisa enough for her incredible work. My visit with her truly marked a turning point in my condition and has been the main catalyst for my healing. Further, Elisa is an incredibly empathetic and intuitive person. She made me feel comfortable, open to achieving my objectives, and hopeful about the work we were doing. Working with her was a pleasure and a fantastic learning experience. I cannot recommend her services enough.

Caroline is more than just a professional with excellent expertise and knowledge on acupuncture -…read moreshe is a true healer. I have been seeing her weekly for a year and my quality of life has greatly improved seeing her weekly. If a take a break for a week I notice a difference. She is also so kind, attentive, and her quality of care is exceptional.

Caroline has resolved issues I was having with my eyes and ankle; my trigger finger is nearly…read morecorrected. She is so gentle in her treatments. I look forward to seeing her because of her calming way and visits with her completely erase the stress of my day. Caroline is so knowledgeable, and I appreciate her holistic thinking. - KM

I've recently had several session with Lori to aide my egg retrieval journey as she came…read morerecommended for specializing in fertility. I've had acupuncture on and off for the last 20 years for various reasons and with different practitioners around the world. What makes Lori stand out is her gentle touch. She is kind, compassionate, and knowledgeable. It's clear she takes pride in her work and as a patient I felt I was in great hands. The office space is clean and for 1 patient at a time. She plays music or a mediation while you relax during the treatment. Parking is also a breeze.

Lori is very attentive, listens well and has a very gentle hand in her work! I'm returning forsure!read more

Mary Tingaud is a miracle worker! I had chronic shoulder pain and thought I'd give acupuncture a…read moretry. Not only did she do that, she also worked on the muscles in my arms and neck, and afterwards I could move my neck like I hadn't been able to in years! She is also a lot of fun to talk to, and she had me laughing as we chatted, and after the session she left me feeling like I had been really pampered. I've gone back to her several times, and even though I've moved out of town, I will continue to use her!

Mary Tingaud, has been giving me thermography which I really like as a way to alternately screen…read morefor abnormalities. She's gentle and knowledgeable. I'd recommend her any day.

I was fortunate enough to snag an appointment today with Kristen for my first session of…read moreacupuncture. And what an incredible experience it was. At the start of the appointment I asked her if it would be possible to include Reiki in our session. Thankfully she was able to accommodate. First of all, the acupuncture itself was very pleasant and not painful (I just assumed it would be). She placed the needles in places that are known to enhance overall wellness as well as my scalp (still dealing with postpartum hair loss). Once all the needles were placed she stared on the reiki and I could feel it instantly. If you have never had reiki and are curious, I highly recommend it. Overall, I had such a great experience with Kristen. She was very accommodating with my appointment time and fit me in day of. She also had a crystal embedded heating mat on the massage table, which was a total delight. Highly recommend seeing Kristen if you are in Santa Barbara.

Kristen was my first acupuncture experience. I didn't know what to expect but I was having a…read more"weird" issue with numbness on part of my leg and I wanted to give it a try. She was easy to contact, appointment was easy to make and very accommodating for a first-timer. I ended up seeing her several times, continuing until my original problem was resolved. She was also good about following up to make sure that I had what I needed. Would definitely see again and recommend.

From Minka herbal to Kenneth dry needle which is esoecially great for body structure issues. -…read morethis place is a great resource in health and healing.

I know I've already reviewed Stacy at Points of Health, but I want to review her again after going…read morethrough a pregnancy and now post-partum care with Stacy. I had an incredibly wonderful pregnancy and I owe most of it to Stacy, her acupuncture treatments and knowledge about supplements and nutrition. She helped treat my heartburn and poor sleep. I stayed healthy throughout my entire pregnancy and never felt like I was dragging. My energy stayed high, my spirits good. I felt great! I didn't suffer from the typical pregnancy woes and I truly believe it was due to Stacy's treatments. At one point, I had to skip a couple weeks of treatments and I really felt a difference. My ankles swelled up, my heartburn came back and I did not sleep well at all. What a miracle! When I went post-dates, I knew I wanted to induce. I went to Stacy and she did some gentle induction points and voila - baby was born the next day! Stacy has been wonderful for my postpartum care. She came to our home for a home-visit a few days after our baby was born. Her treatments helped me so much during that sensitive time. I highly recommend Stacy for women who are pregnant, trying to conceive or have just had a baby. She'll take great care of you!

Dr. Guan has treated my family for over 7 years from illness, muscle tension, nightmares, broken…read morebones, you name it! He is a miracle worker and I highly suggest him for any troubles you may be having!

I have been seeing Qisheng for over 3 years now. I tell him what hurts or needs attention and he…read moreinforms me as to whether accupuncture will be effective or not. He is able to help more than 95% of the time. That's better than surgical intervention (an alternative in some instances). I highly recommend Qisheng. He is easy to talk to and explains the treatment options very well.