I saw Heather for a series of Ayurvedic consults over a few years before she started this current…read morepractice. Heather was my first practitioner that really saw me, mind, body and spirit. I can't even begin to describe how relieving that was to my nervous system after scores of practitioners, Western and non-western, who failed to incorporate my whole being in the care they offered me. She's kind and compassionate while being straightforward. She knows her shit and will tell you when she thinks someone else has expertise better suited to you. She's sharp as a tack and discerning as a hummingbird (not sure why that bird comparison came to me). She's gone through her own health journey too and you can feel that in her compassion and her willingness to journey with you in yours. And she has the greatest laugh. (For transparency, we were friends before we started working together, and she navigated that expansion in our friendship with the utmost grace. She's artist and scientist in one.)

From the owner: Always wanted to try Acupunture? Check out our Grand Opening Special - 30% Off Your First…read moreAppointment! Synthesis Medicine offers Acupuncture, Ayurveda, & Integrative Herbal Medicine for your whole family in Oakland, California.​ Remote Consultations are also available. Licensed Acupuncture & Clinician Heather Vaughan, L. Ac, MSOM, C. Ay CYT, provides personalized, trauma-informed care and support for every patient in Oakland, CA, by offering a unique blend of acupuncture, integrative herbal medicine utilizing Chinese, Ayurvedic, Hawaiian, and Western herbs and supplements, Ayurveda, and craniosacral therapy.

I have been going to James for acupuncture for about 5 years and the treatments are simply…read morewonderful and tailored to me and what my most recent concern is in my body - from depression and anxiety to shoulder, ankle, and wrist pain. I love the ear points which really chill me out! James introduced me to Tera and oh my goodness her massages are amazing! Again, they are specific to me and my needs which I truly appreciate as one of my recent messages almost every part of my body just hurt and a day later I felt a sense of relief in my body. James and Tera are both wonderful and hold space for you wherever you are in your health and life journey.

I've been getting massages for over 10 years now, and Tera Broughton at the Blue Ridge Acupuncture…read moreClinic gives the best massages, from both a therapeutic and personal standpoint. She's caring, professional, loving, and very, very knowledgable about her business of healing bodies. Since working with Tera exclusively over the last 5+ years, I've also gotten to know James. I've had a few acupuncture treatments and some herbal therapy and it's great to have a one-stop shop for my health needs with two experienced healers. James and Tera are ethical, smart, caring, and very good at what they do. I love them, both personally and professionally, and highly recommend them!

Chris Jacobs is a kind and skilled acupuncturist. His slow, gentle, listening approach is good…read moremedicine. I always feel renewed after my treatments. And he gives a lot back to the community.

Warm, friendly and efficient! The Doctors who share this practice are all highly skilled and love…read morewhat they do! They take the time to find out where you're at with your emotional, physical, mental bodies. The office is comfortable, the tables are heated, and the music is soothing. I feel great after just one visit. These folks really know their craft.