Barbara's is just wonderful. She has the most lovely manner and demeanor. You feel…read moreLike your meeting an old friend. I saw Barbara before getting pregnant to help get me tuned up and she did Mayan Uterine massage on me. I had been told I had a tilted cervix, and hoped that a little massage and accupuncture could help ensure a healthy conception. I loved seeing her and conceived a healthy baby boy. I Moved away but, Years later I am reflecting on the fact that she changed my life. My Romantic relationship with my husband has been dramatically improved and We didn't think there was a problem before. And I can only think that it must have been the massage, tilting my cervix and uterus in its rightful position. Before,I had some discomfort during intercourse and just lived with it. Boy was I wrong. Highly recommend her.

Extremely knowledgeable, Warm and Friendly, Very reasonable prices. Parking can be tricky…read more $110 for the first session (usually about 1 1/2 - 2 hours) $75 after that. I have been battling with chronic fatigue and exhausted adrenals for seven years now, so naturally, I've been to every doctor and specialist know to man. I decided to see barbara for acupuncture, but didn't have too high of hopes for results since I'd been to lots of other acupuncturists before. Amazingly, I started seeing results after the first few times. Not only is Barbara extremely knowledgeable, but she has a warm, caring personality and she makes you feel very comfortable. She sat down and really listened to every single symptom I had (even ones that I thought might be irrelevant but that I mentioned anyway just in case). She definitely went the extra mile. She was really great at explaining to me why I was having my symptoms (meaning what exactly was going on in the body that might make you feel that way). She also gave me some supplements that have really helped, and that didn't break my wallet. It's true that she can leave you on the table for longer than usual, but she's running her practice herself. She doesn't have a secretary or an assistant so she's understandable busy, which can account for occasional forgetfulness. But I NEVER get the feeling that I'm being rushed through an appointment. On the contrary, I always feel that she would spend any time needed to answer what questions I had and make sure I had a good treatment. The only downside is that it's on park ave. which can get alittle tricky for parking. However, there is a church that is right across the street that always has an empty lot. If I can't find parking elsewhere, I go park there, and it seems to be fine. I recommend barbara to anyone looking for a great acupuncturist. I'll be staying with her as long as I continue to live in Oakland.

Teri is a wonderful acupuncturist…read more I have been seeing Teri for quite a few months now and I have a sense of childlike excitement every time I go visit her for an appointment... which I take as a good sign. Her space is very centrally located at 18th and Castro- just a block from the underground muni stop. The room gets lots of natural light and is very soothing and calming. A very thought out decorated approach that is not only very peaceful, but functional as well. My experience with Teri has also been great. She is very attentive-- very present in her sessions. I feel like she considers the big picture and pays attention to the details of my health also. She has given me suggestions on chinese herbs that have been helpful with treating my conditions. She often has suggestions on self care items that might be helpful (I suffer from a lot of repetitive stress injuries). Her needling has been ON POINT (and gentle), and I have seen improvements in my digestion, as well as (often immediate) results to my body pain in my hands and feet from repetitive stress motions. Oh, and she takes insurance.

I have been seeing Teri Chacon for Acupuncture treatment for stress and chronic pain for nearly a…read moredecade. The results have been tremendous. She has also helped me find the right Chinese herbal formulas to help support the treatments she gives me. Many years ago I was suffering from recurring acute bronchitis and had no luck with western approaches using steroids. Teri's treatments completely and totally cured me and I've not had any respiratory issues since then. Despite being fairly heavily tattooed, I do not like needles but Teri's treatments never cause me pain and discomfort and still give me great relief. Teri is warm and compassionate and her office reflects that in every way. It's perfectly located in the Castro so despite my often overly full schedule, I can get to her easily. I highly recommend Teri for exceptional healthcare. She is amazing!

Try on of Jessica's acupuncture/massage combos…read more Jessica treated me yesterday for a tension headache with muscle spasms in my traps.... I had a 30 minutes neck and back massage plus an acupuncture treatment. I felt better after the treatment and this morning, I feel fantastic. First time in days!

I went to Jessica about three years ago at the suggestion of my chiropractor, and have become a fan…read moreand client of Jessica's since. She works with the whole mind/body system, and her work on my chronic pain, aging, and general feeling of being out of harmony with the world and myself have worked wonderfully. Her intuitive nature and depth of understanding of the world of acupuncture creates a trust and a willingness to be vulnerable when working with her. I offer Jessica my highest recommendation.

I have visited a number of acupuncturists over the years, many whom have been great practitioners…read more But they weren't more than a practitioner. They often felt like technicians going though the motions of what they had learned in school to administer rather than seeing the patient as an individual and using their instincts to craft a custom treatment plan. Dr. Petrov is in a class of her own - I believe she practices Traditional Chinese Medicine in....well the traditional way. In the way it has been practiced for thousands of years. At the time of writing this review, I am only three sessions in, however I can see a marked change in my body after 15+ years of chronic pain and dysfunction. I have been seeking a care provider that uses their intuition, experience and collaborates with the patient to help me sort out seemingly unrelated issues that I know are intertwined. For the first time in my adult life, I can actually see a path forward to healing and being free of chronic pain and dysfunction. I have hope now. Not a glimmer of hope, but full-borne CAPITAL H Hope that I might actually get to live a not only normal, but vibrant life post 40. Dr. Petrov's approach to having patients commit to at least three months of weekly care empowers the patient to be a participant rather than a passive recipient of technical applications. If you are looking for someone to treat you as you lay there, she isn't for you. If you are looking for someone to truly care about your journey of recovery, someone who gives you tools to start helping yourself and someone who is truly invested in your whole well-being, you can do no better than Dr. Petrov.

I visited Dr Sabrina's office today in Placerville. She was very thorough with my interview and…read moretook the time to understand what is important to me and what I expect to receive with treatments. In my case it will be a combination of herbs and acupuncture designed with my health needs in mind. She is caring and thoughtful and felt she really cared about the success of my treatments. It is a partnership between the two of us with her expertise and my commitment.

This review is long overdue. Ananda is fantastic! I started seeing Ananda around 6 years ago for a…read morefrozen shoulder. She was absolutely amazing with this tricky and challenging issue. I soon started seeing results and ultimately restored full mobility in that shoulder. I then unfortunately got it in my other shoulder and she helped me heal that shoulder quickly as well. The range in motion in each shoulder was apparent during each acupuncture visit. I definitely credit her acupuncture to healing both shoulders quickly and restoring them to full recovery. I recently started going to her to help with sleep issues. She's started me on an Acu/herb path and I am already sleeping much better. Everyone has unique issues that they seek acupuncture for. Ananda is so very skilled at what she does. Acupuncture remains mysterious to some people (at least me) but when people say they tried acupuncture and it didn't work for them, I'd say you need to go to the right acupuncturist. She's extremely knowledgeable, listens very well, and is very warm & kind. I wholeheartedly recommend Ananda if you are seeking either acupuncture or Chinese herbs. She is absolutely fantastic.

Ananda is great. She clearly has lots of experience doing acupuncture and answering questions about…read morehealth issues. She also does some excellent bodywork with her acupuncture, which some practitioners don't include. She seemed to instantly understand what was going on with my neck pain, and her treatment helped tons. I felt I was in very capable hands, and would recommend her highly.

Bronchitis. Nobody likes to be around the girl who can't stop coughing…read more I went to Carla at the first opportunity, and received a very peaceful welcome into the homey atmosphere of the clinic. Carla combined aromatherapy, needles and suction cups on my back. I had the most peaceful sleep during the treatment and felt well taken care of. The herbs she prescribed taste like earwax and bitters but I'm definitely feeling better (4 days later).

I went to Carla because I was having pain in both of my hands. She is wonderful and got rid of all…read moremy pain. If I need her I will continue to see her.

I had never seen an acupuncturist or Chinese medicine practitioner before and was skeptical, but…read moreshe was recommended by a dear friend, and I tried it. Then I saw her regularly for a year. I really believe she helped me get pregnant and then maintain a healthy pregnancy despite high risks. I definitely made full use of western medicine, but it was such a privilege to have her care complementing it. The amazing bonus was that I felt so deeply and profoundly relaxed after each session. Anju is knowledgeable, experienced, straightforward, genuine, good-hearted, serious. She took a lot of time with me looking at all aspects of my health, including diet, sleep practices, exercise, and more. She is also an herbalist. I highly recommend her and wish I had the money to see her every week! Anna

Anju is an extremely effective and sensitive healer, and has helped me overcome a wide range of…read moreissues through acupuncture. She is very wholistic, focused and precise. She listens carefully to identify the best approach for healing. I first came to Anju after dealing with severe digestion issues that were not being resolved through allopathic medicine. She helped me overcome the stomach issues through a combination of acupuncture and herbs, as well as a change in diet. She was very patient and persistent, and it gave me confidence that I would get better. More recently, she has been helping me with shoulder and lower back pain. She meticulously keeps records on my past history, and it shapes her diagnosis and approach.

I have been adjusted by Dr. Lonsbury for 2 years now. She has such a pleasant and caring demeanor…read more She helped me with sciatic pain and vertigo. She is a focused doctor that listens and engages her patients to find the root of the issue. Also, her NUCCA adjustment are accurate and gentle.