Is it possible to leave more than five stars? Dr. Sakya is truly a miracle worker. She is a…read moreskilled practitioner of acupuncture and Chinese medicine with years of experience and it shows in everything she does. She looks beyond the presenting concern to see the patient as a whole, and goes above and beyond to provide treatment that is steeped in empathy and wisdom. This practice is an oasis for healing body, mind, and soul. Thank you Dr. Sakya!!

Dr. Namrata Sakya is extremely skilled in both Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda. She is professional,…read morekind, present and focused during my treatments. She is skilled in herbal medicine and lifestyle interventions which she generously shares. I am very blessed to have her on my Healthcare team!

I have been going to Angela over at Calm San Diego for almost 10 years. I started to seek help for…read moreinfertility and came across Angela and was so pleased with the services she provided and her attention and detail to her clients. Her office is super clean and calming. (Hence the name Calm) I am always so relaxed when I leave and count down the minutes till my next appointment. I have since gotten pregnant and still continue to see her for other treatments. She is so helpful in the advice and treatments she provides. I trust her knowledge and products immensely. I can't recommend Calm San Diego enough.

I had a great experience working with Dr. Ciara at Calm San Diego. I had never had acupuncture…read morebefore, and Ciara really listened to me and explained everything so I would know exactly what to expect. Not only did she help me with my elbow tendonitis and pain, she also helped me sleep better too. And I was able to use my insurance! Thanks Dr. Ciara! Cannot recommend her enough!

Omg this was the best treatment I have ever xperience.Mariam is a 5 rating .. She pin pointed the…read moreyears of stress buildup on my back .. I felt so drained at the same time so relaxed.. I say every one in this world should get one of these sessions.. Worth every dollar.. Thank you Kinetic Qi Acupuncture!!!!!

Miriam is by far the best acupuncturist I have been to over the last 15 years. I saw her initially…read morefor sciatica pain that kept me awake at night. I was thrilled with the results! She is patient, thorough and very knowledgeable. She makes you feel like she is genuinely concerned for your well being. So glad she is back in town!

Working with Grace has been a refreshing experience with acupuncture and Chinese therapies…read more In some practices I've been to, the information can be overwhelming. Grace's patience and kindness comes through in her care as she breaks down the information easily. She takes the time to understand you holistically and offer suggestions. Expect to spend some time reviewing your concerns before treatment. If you're interested in a better understanding of yourself and how to support your true self I'd highly recommend her face readings. It was more insightful than I expected. She treats children as well. She has also been treating my teenager for mental health. This coupled with standard therapy has been life changing.

Grace is amazing! She's played a great role in my life. Recently, I've gone through so many changes…read morein my career path, life, and overall mental health journey, and I know she had a big role in that. Her Chinese face reading was spot on what a gift to help clients with their lives. She views the world with a refreshing mindset and overall optimistic perspective. I always leave a session feeling rejuvenated. She cares for each of her clients, and it shows in her day to day craft. Thank you, Grace, for all of your help. I'm so glad I met you.

I HATE NEEDLES... I…read morenever thought I would allow someone to stick needles into me, the thought of going to the doctor to get a shot is on my top 10 list of things that I never want to know. That is why I find it amazing writing a review about acupuncture. I turned 30 and I had developed a wheat allergy, every time that I ate anything with wheat I would pay for it the next day doubled over in pain, it was not worth it. I had talked to my doctor and was referred to GI doctors but none of them could help me. That is when a friend of mine said I should try acupuncture. I almost lost it right then and there, thinking about being stuck just freaked me out. But I really wanted to eat wheat again and I was desperate to go back to eating tasty cookies and fluffy pancakes. I booked an appointment with Erica Stark, naturally I was hesitant about going, I almost didn't even show up to my first appointment! My Experience: The Office - Located in Kearny Mesa in the medical center across the street from the Home Depot, I took the elevator up to the 4th floor and walked into the nicely decorated office. The room was dimmed and a small fountain was along the wall. The office had a pleasant smell, not sure what to call it but it was calming, I needed calming. Erica - I was greeted by the acupuncturist, she was sweet and understanding of my fear. She assured me that the process was painless and that my fears were normal. She knew what she was talking about, and while I know very little about eastern approaches to medical care her confidence put me at instant ease. The Treatment - I was surprised to find myself sitting on a regular treatment table just like my doctors office. Erica interviewed me asking about my health history, why I was seeking treatment and documented it all like a regular doctor. She took my wrists in her hands and felt my pulse, somehow she could feel that I was indeed having troubles with my stomach and then she asked me about my headache.. I was startled, I didn't tell her about the mild headache that I was feeling, it was just background noise from earlier in the day, but she could tell by my pulse, that was cool. Erica asked me to lay down on the table, my moment of dread was fast approaching. She showed me the needles, I was stupefied, they were SO TINY. The needles didn't even look like needles, the diameter was about the width of my hair, not much at all! I laid back, and she started. I couldn't watch, she placed this little tube against a point on my wrist and I felt pressure. I was wondering when she was going to put the needle in and she asks how was it. I blinked, was it in? It was! I didn't feel a stab, not even a poke. I looked at it, the needle was in, and it didn't even go deep, I could barely feel it. Erica proceeded to place more needles in other points, none of them hurt. She told me to lay still and relax, 10 minutes later she removed the needles and I was done. There was no blood, I could not even tell where the needles went in. I have now seen Erica 5 times, and while I am not cured of my wheat intolerance, I am no longer a victim of cross contamination. I have also realized that when I go to a session I just feel better for days. I am not sure of why it works but it sure does. tldr; being treated by Erica has been one of the best decisions that I have ever made, and the needles don't even hurt.

I have been seeing Erica for about two months now and could not be happier that my doctor referred…read moreme to her! She is professional, knowledgeable, and a joy to be around. Due to multiple car accidents, the most recent just over a year ago, I have chronic back and neck pain. When I first started seeing Erica I was under an intense treatment plan to manage my pain. I was having to get a 90 minute deep tissue massage twice a week as well as see my doctor (D.O.) for adjustments twice a week just to be able to function and continue working full time. Almost immediately after my first treatment I was able to start stretching out my other treatments. We slowly stretched them out and I am currently only doing one two hour deep tissue massage and one adjustment with my D.O. every two weeks! Now I realize that this might sound like it is still a lot a treatment, but what's important is that it is truly a lot of progress. I have even been able to slowly start working back into doing some of my fun hobbies! Acupuncture with Erica is the only treatment option that I have tried that has actually allowed me to cut back on my other treatments, and believe me I've tried a lot over the last year! Her abilities reach far beyond just pain issues too. I have literally walked into her office with a migraine and walked out without even a headache. I have been shocked by how many different ailments Erica is able to help with. Erica has not only improved my chronic pain condition, but she has improved my quality of life and enabled me to start having fun again. As a patient with a lot of experience in dealing with chronic pain and doctor's offices, I highly recommend seeing Erica!

I came here via Instagram ads and thought that I was signing up for what was a one and done session…read more-- I'm really glad that things didn't end up that way. Sr. Arielle helped me decipher what was going on with my health and wellness and put together a comprehensive plan for me. And what I love the most is that I was getting facial acupuncture, body acupuncture, red light therapy, and gua sha all in one session. It is definitely a great way to stack your wellness routine in all of about 45 minutes or so. I definitely saw and felt good results after 6 sessions! Per the plan, I also started reducing gluten, dairy and alcohol and felt a noticeable difference in my skin and overall well-being. My face feels a lot lighter and not as heavy as before. And my skin is brighter, feeling healthier and glowing. Best of all, I feel like I've gotten back on track with my health, holistic wellness, and spiritual hygiene. I'm very grateful for the team and will be back as budget allows moving forward!

Absolutely love Arise! Dr. Arielle is caring, compassionate, and truly listens -- she's helped me…read moreso much with anxiety and daily stress. I've also seen Dr. Jackie and felt equally supported. Everyone here is knowledgeable, and if you're consistent, you'll definitely feel the difference.

Incredible results. I was going to need surgery for brachioplexopathy - a complex and painful…read morenumbing in my shoulder and hands. I am a professional guitarist and would have lost 6 months of work. Now I can play guitar everyday! Jennifer has restored me to a health that I never knew possible! I'm more vibrant, energetic, ideas are flowing better, and a bunch of different pains are getting healed - ones I've had for years. Knees, abs, back, headaches...Jennifer is incredible. If I could give her ten stars, I would. She is worth her weight in gold. She changes lives. If you are ready to heal, and are willing to trust an expert in her field, go with Jennifer. She is an expert.

I have severe shoulder pain after having children. I couldn't breastfeed and only held my children…read morewith my left arm. I have gone to Jennifer intermittently (because of my busy schedule) and not only is she great at what she does, she takes the time to listen to me and get in tune with my body. I've lived abroad in a country where eastern medicine is approached as a viable option for medical treatment and I have also been to very "natural" acupuncturists that have made me feel like I need to bow to the sun god before my treatment. Jennifer is a great balance of giving sound medical advice as well as knowing how important movement and habits are to our daily lives. She is friendly, personable, knowledgeable, gentle and above all else (for me) she listens and figures out what my body needs!

I can't say enough wonderful things about my acupuncturist, Eti. She is incredibly attentive,…read morealways taking the time to truly listen and understand my needs, and she offers a sense of hope I can lean on even when I'm feeling doubtful. During every session, she makes sure I feel safe, comfortable, and cared for, and I consistently leave feeling better than when I arrived. Her personalized herbal protocols evolve with me, and I'm so grateful to have such an intuitive, compassionate healer in my life.

Everytime I go for an acupuncture appointment Eti takes the time to listen and to understand my…read morehealth and needs. She is clearly both highly knowledgeable as well as compassionate towards her patients. At times she will provide time for two different needle positions when it is required and never makes me feel rushed. She genuinely cares about the effectiveness of treatment and how I am doing. I leave calmer, more balanced and with less pain which is a huge relief. I look forward to each and every session.