Genuine, authentic health care. I wont go to anyone else! They listen and treat with care and patience. After months of issues with digestion and headaches my Dr's gave up- Mark cured my problems in Just two visits! Fees area quite reasonable and on Wednesday morning and Friday afternoon sliding scale fees are available. read more

Community Centered Oriental Medicine - Acupuncture Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I can't believe it has taken me so long to write this review! I briefly shared an office with Mark and Nikki and saw Nikki for treatment as well; both while sharing office space and after. My experience in both sharing space and as a patient was always of the utmost professionalism, compassion and quality of care that I have experienced. read more

Mark and his wife Nikki are the best at what they do: healing with acupuncture. They are committed to their work and have been since 1986. They are a treasure to the community. Most physicians give you a pill, sometimes with known side effects and send you on your way. Mark and Nikki treat your entire being often with great success. They are the real deal. read more

Before I started seeing Nikki, I was trying to get pregnant for about 2.5 months. I didn't think I had fertility issues, but definitely felt that a little help in the right driection (maybe relaxing and moving some chi would help things along). I also had some shoulder issues I wanted to address, so I figured accupuncture was a good way to go. I emailed Nikki and she called me the next day, on her day off. She was able to get me in within a few days. I liked her immediately. We had our first appointment, I really enjoyed speaking with her, she put in a lot of time and seemed to care. We talked a lot about my history, both mental and physical and after my first appointment, she said she thought she could help me and asked if I would give her 6-8 weeks of seeing her once a week and adding in some herbs. I said I would give her 8 weeks (two weeks) and then I might see a doctor doctor. One cycle went by (this was within the first week of seeing her) and then another cycle went by and then surprise I was pregnant. I had made an appointemy with a specialist and didn't end up having to go. I have been seeing her for about 3 months now and I am 10.5 weeks pregnant. I continue to see Nikki to just help this little nugget stay in (first trimester), help stay comfortable with the pregnancy and my shoulders are a lot better, but we are still working through that. If you are considering trying accupuncture, Do it. If you are trying to get pregnant and are stressed or just want some extra help (because a little help never hurt anyone), call or email Nikki. Give her a few months, she will help. She is magic. read more

I started seeing Mark a couple of years ago as the last resort for a stubborn chronic health issue after I realised that Western medicine wasn't going to be able to do more than treat my symptoms. The office is warm and welcoming and Mark is extremely professional and knowledgeable about both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. In fact, I've seen a number of acupuncturists over the past 20 years but none of them have had Mark's skill at diagnosis or treatment! After I started treatments at CCOM, I enjoyed the best health that I've had in 10 years. The treatments sorted out my chronic pain, increased my energy and also solved a number of other problems that I'd just assumed were normal life; like acid indigestion, rheumatic pain and poor sleeping patterns. I've since moved away from Santa Barbara and sadly miss my visits to CCOM. I still drop in there whenever I'm back for a visit though as I've not found an acupuncturist as skilled as Mark, no matter where I look! read more

Mark and Nikki Sherwood are the best acupuncturists in town and two of the most wonderful people you will ever meet! I am not prone to hyperbole, so take me at my word. If you are looking for acupuncture in Santa Barbara, look no further. I don't think you can find anyone more highly skilled or compassionate than these two. They are the real deal! I had the good fortune of being able to work for them in their clinic ten years ago and have been treated dozens of times by both of them for a variety of issues--chronic neck and back pain, nerve pain, asthma, headaches, to name a few. In general I am someone who is prone to catching at least three or four colds per year, and for the year that I worked for them and was treated regularly, I did not get sick once! Each time I was treated by one or the other of them I felt deeply cared for, and every treatment was effective. I've been to other acupuncturist where you walk out and you're not sure if anything happened. This was never the case after a session with Mark or Nikki. I truly believe in their work and cannot recommend them highly enough. read more

I have never done yelped but this place is worth talking about. I had a back ache that wouldn't go away for 8 months. I had been to chiro's and taken pain killers and nothing worked. Then I came here to get acupuncture from Nikki and I was cured in ONE visit. Yes, this is really a wonderful miracle. Please please try it and tell me if I am right. I never realized that sticking needles in your body could have such a dramatic effect on one's health. So much money wasted over the past year and this is worth everything. Thank you Nikki and thank you Chinese medicine. read more

I have had an ongoing back problem (2 disc herniations) for 4.5 years. I took anti inflammatories for pain and as a result, I developed a serious stomach problem that was very painful and hard to treat. I bounced from doctor to doctor, trying many approaches to healing. Western doctors, Oriental doctors, Holistic doctors and Homeopathic doctors. I have tried so many treatments, "cures", meds, fasts, chiropractic, radical dietary changes (which had helped the most up to a point). They all helped a little bit and temporarily. I thought I was going to just have to live with the pain the rest of my life. For a while, my stomach pain was worse than the original back injury! For my back, I had tried traditional Western doctors, physical therapists, chiropractic, cortisone injections, traction, many attempts. They all helped a little bit. Then I went to Nikki at Community Centered Oriental Medicine. I have seen her 9 times. She has taken my stomach pain down to ZERO. I honestly was at the end of my rope and so frustrated by seeing no end in sight. My back is getting stronger every day and the pain, while not completely gone, only hurts when I move the wrong way. I truly feel that she has been given the gift of being a real healer. I am so grateful that I discovered her. I feel that there is hope for me. I recommend Nikki for all those in need of healing, and especially those who feel that they have lost all hope. I must add too, that she is an exceptional listener, she is caring and patient too. Good luck to you, don't give up until you've worked with her. read more

Nikki is so nice and listens to your issues. My first visit was last Tuesday for my chronic back issues,SI and buldging disc. My time there was 1 1/2 hours for consult and treatment for $125. I have never had acupunture and desperate to find another solution other then surgery. I have had injections for a year now and did not do me justice. So I decided to try something more healing of natrual medicine. The day I left I was so relaxed I went home and slept for 3 days.. Lol . My body needed the rest and had no idea actupuncture can make you feel so relaxed . My back pain continued, but that is a sign it is working and we cant expect miracles overnight. Im happy to be going back for my 2nd treatment and so on until I see a change with my back issues. read more

I have been going to the Community Centered Oriental Medicine clinic for years and they've helped me with many health issues including sore back and knee, hay fever and other mostly systemic problems. Nikki is the most wonderful health practitioner I've ever worked with and she treats her patients kindly and respectfully. The results have been amazing and my health has returned. The rates are very affordable, too, and are based on a sliding scale. read more

I have been going to acupuncture for about 5 years now and can say with confidence that CCOM is one of the best. After moving to Santa Barbara from the bay area (where I first began getting acupuncture), I began seeking treatment at CCOM after being diagnosed with panic disorder. Now panic attack free, I am working with Mark, Nikki, and Larry to create a calmer lifestyle while anxiety free, staying calmer at work, and getting better grades in school. To put it simply, acupuncture has changed my life. Wonderful and caring acupuncturists, a clean and inviting facility, and reasonable prices, I recommend CCOM to all! read more

Nikki and Mark are very gifted practitioners. I came in for a specific medical issue and I received professional, caring treatment for my ailment. My health has improved dramatically. Thank you! read more

Thank goodness for Community Centered Oriental Medicine. A nice friendly soothing acupuncture clinic where they treat the whole person not just the symptoms! There rates are very affordable so I can actually focus on feeling better not the money I had to spend to get there read more

My girlfriend suffers from chronic migraines. The latest lasted for solidly two weeks. After an allergic reaction to a common medication that had been prescribed for treatment, we found our way to CCOM as a last resort. Mark was professional and took her concerns seriously. One session eased her symptoms, and the migraine was gone the next day. I cannot say how relieved we were at his skill and the outcome. We will certainly be continuing care with CCOM in the future. read more

My experience at CCOM was just great. Working with Mark Sherwood I was able to Overcome years of frequent colds and flu. That was a very big deal for me - this season I have been cold free!!! I experienced the community treatments where they treat more than one person in a nice room and that turned out to be very good. It's less expensive and was worth it. My private sessions were very thorough and ... what they did worked! The place has a very nice feel to it, the people there are great, and I just liked being there. I think they are really aimed at offering health care that works to everyone in the community. My mom first told me about it because she liked CCOM so much. read more

WOW! I was lucky enough to find Nikki and Mark. They are the best in the West! I had a bad case of sciatica! Pain shooting down my leg, couldn't sit or lay down. After a few treatments the pain in my leg has gone away and not come back. I'm so impressed by the calmness and knowledge Nikki and Mark have I would recommend a trip to see them as soon as you can! They also recommended a couple of Chinese herbs that are helping me heal. Can't say enough about the relief Nikki has provide and the personal touch she gives. This is a 10 star! read more