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 to Tang Clinic seeking treatment for anxiety related to menopause, but Dr. Chen ended up…read morehelping me with so much more. After my recent eye surgery, my anxiety and constant worry about my eye condition led to several health issues, including gastrointestinal problems, acid reflux, gastric pain, and depression. Through a combination of acupuncture and herbal medicine, Dr. Chen treated both my physical and emotional health with great care and compassion. Over time, my anxiety has significantly improved, and my digestive issues, acid reflux, and stomach pain have greatly diminished. I have also been able to reduce my anxiety medication under my western physician's guidance, which is something I never thought would be possible. I finally feel like myself again. Dr. Chen is an incredibly knowledgeable, compassionate, and attentive doctor who truly listens to her patients and treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. I am deeply grateful for her expertise and kindness throughout my healing journey. Thank you, Dr. Chen, for being such an amazing doctor. I highly recommend Tang Clinic to anyone looking for holistic, effective, and compassionate care.

I recently had major back surgery that was quite painful. I had pain in my back and hips even…read moreafter I was mobile again. I am a 78-year-old man and wanted to find some relief. Fortunately, I found Dr. Chen at the Tang Clinic. I had been apprehensive about acupuncture, but decided to give it a try and am I ever glad I did. Dr. Chen is a wonderful doctor. She found some sore spots and did her magic. I was not expecting the results I got - the pain was dramatically reduced on the first visit! I have gone to Dr. Chen many times since then on my journey to healing from my back surgery. Every time I feel improvement. I recommend Dr. Chen at the Tang Clinic without hesitation. Becoming a patient there was one of the best healing moves I have made. It has helped me immeasurably.

Dr. Lee is an amazing doctor and acupuncturist. I had been curious about acupuncture for a while…read moreand I'm so glad I gave it a try. My husband and I are going through IVF and I went to Dr. Lee for support for fertility while we start our first transfer. She walks you through what she is doing and explains each of her findings. When she found a tough spot, she let me feel it too so I could better understand what she was talking about. She explained which system corresponded to each area we worked on. The AcuSuccess office is so relaxing. The lighting isn't too bright and there was quiet instrumental music playing. Dr. Lee and her assistant were both so so nice and welcoming. I also really liked how clean everything was. All the needles are packaged, she swabbed each spot and opened a new needle package for each stick. Finally, I am actually pretty squeamish about needles and I barely felt the pokes. Overall, 10/10! This was a wonderful first experience of acupuncture. I'm recommending Dr. Lee to anyone interested in acupuncture and/or healthcare that considers the whole person.

Dr. Lee is thoughtful, knowledgeable and caring! She has a way of making you feel at ease,…read moreespecially if you're nervous about acupuncture. She is kind and knows exactly how to help her patients. I highly recommend working with her. 10/10

I came to Julie initially because my ears had been clogged and muffled for a few weeks, and it was…read moredriving me nuts. I stayed with Julie after my ear felt better because I was seeking fertility treatment and wanted the acupuncture to help with what the doctors were doing. It worked!! I have a very happy and healthy 1.5 year old. Julie is incredible. She knows her stuff, and she is so funny and kind as well. I adore Julie and the receptionist, Tiffany, as well. I feel like they were my biggest cheerleaders when I was going through my fertility treatments. I highly recommend the Acupuncture Center of La Jolla. I have send multiple people there, and Julie has fixed them all up!

Getting acupuncture has been a Very Big blessing to me. I have been going to see Dr Sazanski. He is…read moresuper smart when it comes to Chinese medicine. After I get acupuncture done, I see an overall improvement in my health. From no constipation, to my stress being down to my hands getting relief from my tremor. Have been such a great thing in my schedule to go. I always look forward to going. The staff is also so nice and so caring. I have been going on the one on executive drive

I've been dealing with chronic stomach pain for the past few months, and after seeing multiple…read moretrips to the ER, and lots of scans and bloodwork later, I decided to give acupuncture a try. That's when I found Dr. Lee, and I couldn't be more grateful. From my very first session, I felt a noticeable difference. Dr. Lee is truly one of the best acupuncture doctors in San Diego--her knowledge, skill, and care are unparalleled. Her approach is holistic and personalized, taking the time to understand not just my symptoms but my overall health. Over the course of several treatments, my stomach pain has significantly decreased, and I'm feeling better than I have in a long time. What Western medicine wasn't able to resolve, acupuncture with Dr. Lee has managed to do. I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone who is struggling with pain or other health issues. If you're considering acupuncture, Dr. Lee is the one to see!

When I went to see Dr. Lee, my body was very inflamed, itchy, and very uncomfortable. I was also…read moredealing with sharp pain in my back on my right side. I made myself a cup of the herbs that Dr. Lee prepared for me that night and by the morning, the skin issues on my neck and ears were completely gone and the issues on my torso were barely noticeable - no inflammation nor itching. The pain in my back was completely alleviated. I was very intentional and present in my acupuncture session with Dr. Lee - not passive like I've been in sessions before with other acupuncturists. I truly believe the combination of intentionality during the acupuncture session and Dr. Lee's herbs healed my body so deeply that I had to share. She is a very powerful healer and I will most definitely incorporate her into my self-care practice regularly. Angel, her office manager, is so very gentle and accommodating. Such a wonderful experience.

Hurt my back, needed immediate help, they made time for me and set me straight. I went from…read morebarely being able to move from the pain, to walking and moving with barely any discomfort. Please give them a try. Very professional with a quiet and relaxing atmosphere.

The best acupuncturist in all of San Diego with not in all of California. I have been using Geoff…read moreThomas for decades and currently for a rotator cuff tear. He's the nicest medical provider in all my 76 years and so compassionate about his clients. He truly cares about how he can help his patients heal. And then there is Tommy who runs his office who is always able to work magic to get patients in timely. Now he's working as aesthetician doing facials, which I signed up for. Omg is was luxurious. He actually said I fell asleep and was snoring. Cracks me up. I've always referred people who are friends or coworkers from the medical company I work with and they are grateful. Do yourself a favor and call, you'll be grateful too that you have their services

I received a VA referral for acupuncture and, having never tried it before, I wasn't sure what to…read moreexpect. After two months of regular sessions, my chronic neck pain has improved dramatically. I'm also sleeping better than I have in years, which has made a huge difference in my overall quality of life. Dr. Lien is incredibly professional, attentive, and genuinely cares about your well-being. She took the time to listen to my concerns and even adjusted my treatment to address menstrual issues--something I hadn't expected acupuncture to help with, but it truly has. The improvement has been night and day. I haven't felt this good in a long time, and I can't recommend Dr. Lien highly enough!

Going to Lein on Me was a great experience. The people were genuinely friendly. Dr. Lein was…read moreknowledgeable and professional. He explained things to me as he treated me. I left the office feeling better and am looking forward to returning for another treatment in a few days. I would highly recommend this office.

Dr. Nikzad is truly the best medical professional I have ever seen. I saw her for alopecia areata,…read morewhich she addressed and also looked at other things. If you're trying to be at 100% health, she will do her best to get you there. I saw so many doctors and she was the only one who improved my alopecia and I saw hair growth. Sadly I had to move out of state and could no longer see her, but I bet if I had continued I would have had full regrowth. Shes genuinely caring of her patients and is a kind hearted person. She deserves the praise and I hope her practice gets all the attention is deserves. Thank you Dr. Nikzad. -Ariana

I've been seeing Dr. Roya for a year and a half now. A few days postpartum, I had a lot of health…read moreissues relating to gut, skin, thyroid, +. After visits to my allergist, dermatologist, and even two emergency trips to the ER and URGENT care, no one was able to help me. My problems were either undiagnosed or fed prescriptions and offered random care because I looked like "their other patients." It was frustrating. After a family member had been cured by Dr. Roya years ago, her business was referred to me. Although it being more expensive and not covered by insurance, I was desperate for answers that I'd be waiting years for (after seeing and spending $$$ to an allergist, multiple dermatologists, an ear nose throat specialist, etc). Dr. Roya was able to get to the root cause of my inflammation. Honestly, I thought Dr. Roya's NAET treatments were weird at first and sometimes I still am confused on how it works, but it's worked for me. I've spent probably close to $20,000 on packages, NAET, blood tests, laser, and acupuncture (and supplements). Expensive, but health is priceless. I've gained my life back. I followed Dr. Roya's advice on diet, blood tests, supplements, and in trusting the process. For half the time, I saw Dr. Jared Taylor at her office for most of my appointments. I was expecting her and requested her to see me at the beginning, but my care was switched to Dr. Taylor without warning. I was upset at this change and without notice, but I honestly ended up really enjoying the care that Dr. Taylor gave me. He was super patient, and took the time to understand my needs/explain things to me; whereas Dr. Roya was a little more rushed. I saw them 3 times a week for a few months, and then 2x, and then 1x. Dr. Taylor left after a few months, so I started seeing Dr. Roya again. I did end up telling her my concerns and how I felt with certain care, and she apologized so I do appreciate that. She has always tried to make things right and wants to make sure her patients are happy, so I do acknowledge that. Now I'm able to take breaks from seeing them as I enjoy my life again, go on trips, or skip if I have work obligations, etc. My health used to have a chokehold on me, on my life, on caring for my new baby. But I now have the FLEXIBILITY to go when I want. For 8 months postpartum, I could barely take care of my son without feeling pain. It took a lot of emotional and mental strength to push through, especially the diet. It took physical strength to push through the pain. But I did it. I still struggle with my skin, and that's understandable knowing how much toxic overload and buildup I've had for years, but Dr. Roya/Create Wellness has given me hope, knowledge, and a future. I feel confident or at least have hope that throughout my next pregnancies, I'll be taken care of. Thank you Dr. Roya for all your help. You know how much you mean to me. Although these people are no longer with Create Wellness, I just want to acknowledge the care from these special people who also played a part in helping me heal; Dr. Jared Taylor, Acupuncturist James Verdi, Acupuncturist Alex, Acupuncturist Masha. They also took the time to listen to my needs, make me feel heard, and took the time to answer all my questions, educate me further. While I dealt with thyroid issues alongside skin pain, that is hard to show. So below, I've shared before and after photos of my skin. I hope this can help someone else. Don't give up hope.