Dr. Rachele Lam is amazing! She has such a soothing voice and presence! This was my first acupuncture experience and I'm terrified of needles, but she made the environment feel very safe and peaceful. She did some breathing exercises with me before putting the needles in. She put a couple of needles on my abdomen and explained why she was putting it there. She's very knowledgeable and explained things very well since I don't know too much about Traditional Chinese Medicine. The whole experience was so relaxing that I think I fell asleep and twitched haha. Services she did: - Gua Sha on my back (It was my first time and it felt so good!) - Acupuncture on abdomen - Facial massage (she didn't use needles this time since it was my first time and she could tell I was nervous) - Moxa (a warming herb that's burned and held above acupuncture points to help warm the body and increase circulation) This was a really positive first acupuncture experience and I am much more open to acupuncture now. I trusted that she would take care of me and she did! I wish I lived in the Bay Area so I could go to her regularly, but I'll definitely come back in the future. Entrance: Located inside of ANITA B SPA! Parking: lots of easy street parking (meter or no meter) read more

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TLDR: Long post but I love Rachele Lam. Book your appointment now - don't hesitate!! I first booked an appointment for acupuncture with Rachele in June 2021 for infertility issues that I was experiencing for the previous year+. I had already been to fertility doctors and gone through a few (unsuccessful) medicated attempts at getting pregnant. One issue I had was that my menstrual cycle had been irregular for years prior, (which more than one doctor blew off as not a big deal). My first appointment Rachele spent over an hour with me digging into all of my health history, my diet, my lifestyle, stress factors in life, everything down to my bowel movements (very important!) she wrote me up a whole treatment plan, helped me understand the right diet I should be on, and set me up on herbs and supplements to help my fertility, but also my overall health. Day one of meeting her, Rachele provided 10x the amount of attention and care to me compared to all of the previous doctors I had met with. I started going to Rachele weekly which quickly became one of the highlights of my week. It felt like I was going to therapy/a wellness retreat every time I stepped into the serene acupuncture room. By end of July, I had my first 28 day cycle I had had in years. By early September, I was pregnant. I continued to see Rachele weekly through my pregnancy, and I gave birth to my daughter in May. I cannot express enough how important Rachele and acupuncture was through this journey. While I still went through fertility treatments, I attribute my success in getting pregnant and incredibly smooth/healthy pregnancy to being under Rachele's care. I have become an acupuncture advocate to all of my friends (and even some strangers). Don't hesitate to book your appointment! read more

Dr. Lam is amazing! I found Dr. Lam because I wanted to make lasting changes and didn't want to take a bunch of prescription meds that might be a temporary fix.  Dr. Lam helped me improve my sleep, shoulder pain, stomach issues, and so much more. She is patient and helped explain everything to me (as someone who knows very little about acupuncture). I wanted to make sure I understand the process so I could make the lifestyle changes I needed to get better. She was very holistic and always checked in on how I was doing.  I have tried acupuncture on and off in the past but I was never consistent because I wasn't taken along in the journey but Dr. Lam helped guide me through the whole process and made suggestions for me that were sustainable to my lifestyle and realistic. I saw Dr. Lam consistently and always loved going to my appointments. I felt huge improvements in weeks!   I highly recommend Dr. Lam for anyone but especially if you're new to acupuncture or have been looking into acupuncture as an alternative to traditional doctors! She is amazing to work with (you won't regret it)! read more

After a miscarriage from trying for a year, TTC again was daunting and anxiety ridden. Until one fateful day when a mutual friend emailed me about Rachele's practice and how she focuses on fertility. I've done Accupuncture in the past (with success) but never tried it for fertility. After seeing Dr. Lam for a few month with a focus on reducing stressors and their physiological symptoms as well as on fertility supplements, I'm happy to report that we are having a baby boy! I truly believe Dr. Lam's handiwork helped us conceive. I can't thank her enough. I recommend her for fertility and any other ailments you may have. She is skilled, gentle, and knowledgeable. read more

***I won't lie - I waited a little while to write this review, just to be sure I was providing accurate information to the public, and I can say with full confidence that Dr. Lam is one of the most talented acupuncturists I have received treatment from. IN SHORT: TRY DR. LAM. I had been in pain for MONTHS, sciatic pain, impinged shoulder, neck and sacral area, and she offered me relief I hadn't felt in a long long time. I am so thankful to have found her office and is now a non-negotiable sanctuary every week - I can't live this crazy life without it. IN LONG: The reasons for this are multifaceted: - Dr. Lam takes an extra initiative in her patients health journey, and this is reflected during her treatment. As she uncovers more about your body, your symptoms, and its progression - she puts in her own personal time to do research, developing the best way in which to administer treatment. - She knows what she's doing. You can just tell, in the subtleties of her movements, how she identifies the muscles and achy joints without you even having to tell her - that she has a grasp of the body and how it functions. - Her time is valuable...and she will spend it on you. If you look at how varied and diverse each treatment is, you can see how she stands much higher than her competition. Using not only needles, but gua-sha techniques, massage, cupping, moxibustion, and so much more, Dr. Lam is able to craft the treatment to your unique style. - Man, woman, child, you name it - she can handle it. Her style is patient. And vast. My partner has come to her, and mentioned he had never felt so "in a cloud" and "light" before. His achy headache, gone. In fact, he wore a smile the whole day...in bliss from the tension that had been relieved hours prior. - She integrates seamlessly with the other practitioners and medical professionals you currently work with. Her humility is part of the reason I come back, because I know at the end of the day, my health is her top concern. - Her approach is gentle. Grounding. Even when she is telling you things that have gone astray, Dr. Lam maintains a positive disposition and is able to offer advice in different areas (diet, exercise, etc) to supplement the treatment's effects. The way she presents the information to you lands with ease, and in this stressful time, it brings comfort to know...you're going be supported. And you're going to be okay. *** this review is coming from a doctorate student in acupuncture, so while it might seem biased, in reality, being in school myself has led me to hold practitioners I receive treatment from to a much higher standard. I find it hard to believe that anyone, coming to Dr. Rachele Lam with any kind of pain, stress, or ailment won't leave at least 30% better than when they came. And that in and of itself is enough to give her a shot. (or a poke ;) THANK YOU DR. LAM!! WE APPRECIATE YOU read more

With all the aches and pains I've experienced in my adult life, I always try and find a good acupuncturist to go to with easing those kinks in my shoulders/neck, lower back, and most recently from an ACL injury. Dr.Lam was referred to by my physical therapist, and since the first visit, she's been nothing but patient, kind, and knowledgeable with her healing vibes. I love that her office is clean and bright, very cozy ( because I tend to get cold easily) and super easy to get to. There's plenty of street parking nearby. I've been seeing her these past couple months in conjunction with PT for my knee injury. She does traditional CUPPING ( not the weak kinds with an air gun, but the legit kind with fire) and gua sha, which basically is light scraping of the skin surface to improve circulation and drain the lymphatic systems. It's THE BEST and I've been wanting to find someone that performs these techniques because my muscles always feel much looser and less tense after each session. No kidding! For those who have had it, you know the type of release you feel after! It's glorious. I recently got my covid vaccine and subsequently went to go see her since I had some side effects from the vaccine mainly a sore arm and body aches. Dr. Lam has made the days following the vaccine much more bearable. She's able to really help with the circulation, and I don't have to deal with dull achy arm pain or headaches. As a matter of fact, I went to see her the day after getting my 2nd shot and didn't experience any of the side effects from my 1st shot. A lot of people warned me that the 2nd shot packs a punch, but I feel almost normal! I always believed in the healing powers of a good acupuncture session but am seriously amazed on the extended benefits of it in regards to fighting off vaccine side effects! The healing begins almost immediately. I left her office refreshed with no clouds hanging above me! Her appointment system is super straight forward and can all be done online so don't sleep on it. Get it scheduled preferably the day after your vaccine appointment! read more

Dr. Rachele's approach is incredibly personalized and I feel like she is invested in my health, which is not how I felt from other TCM doctors I have visited in the past. She does body work/cupping and scalp massages in addition to just needles which is nice. I have been working with her for over a year and she's helped me be more mindful of my daily lifestyle and habits, helping me gain overall awareness around my digestive and menstrual health. She always checks in with me after prescribing herbs and makes changes depending on how I am responding. Her new location in Potrero Hill is also super cute!! The tables are heated and very comfy. COVID precautions were all in place and I felt super safe. PS: you have to try an acupuncture facial! It is SOOO relaxing - I always fall asleep read more

I was recommended to Rachele in March 2020 due to facing severe body pains in my shoulder and neck. And I was also dealing with severe migraines for years that would not go away. We analyzed that my migraines and body pains were pumped by my anxiety, and Rachele carefully worked through a holistic plan to start my healing journey. I cannot thank Rachele enough for how much she changed my life. I have seen her roughly weekly for 7 months now, and during this time, we've been able to get me back on a regular sleep cycle, get my body to function like a well-oiled machine, and manage my anxiety for long-term success. I have not had a migraine since seeing Rachele. Rachele taught me to listen to my mind, body, gut, and bowel and how they are all connected. One of my favorite thing about working with Rachele is that she is relatable and someone easy to connect with so you know she truly understands. My sessions with her are seriouslyy the highlight of my week! I also asked Rachele about egg freezing when I was first seeing her, and she walked me through the entire process with so much ease and made sure I was supported all the way through prep to recover. We first prepped with organic supplements 3 months before my egg retrieval and had acupunture sessions to work toward getting me the healthiest eggs. Usually, egg freezing only has about a 60 - 70% egg maturity rate, but the eggs I retrieved had a 92% maturity rate! I was seriously blown away. When I went to western doctors for most of my life, they would prescribe me pain killers to help with my body aches and migraines. I felt like there was no solution to the constant pain except to numb it away with medication. But with Rachele's approach, I have seen my body literally heal holistically and can pinpoint what causes the shifts in my body. I feel connected with my body, rejuvenated, and now have more control over knowing how to manage my mind and body as one. It has truly been amazing working with her. Your life will seriously change for the better. She is genuine, kind, caring, and very knowledgeable, and you can truly see it in every session you have with her. I seriously cannot recommend Rachele enough!! read more

I love my Acupuncture sessions!! I am so grateful for Rachele in my life. She is knowledgeable, caring, nurturing and a great friend! She has helped me understand so much about Chinese medicine, my body and how to help it heal. She is patient with me, allows me to ignorantly ask any question and then thoroughly explains everything to me. Acupuncture is something many of my friends have done to help with various alignments. I have been struggling with the feeling of being stuck.. Stuck on losing weight, stuck on just feeling good within.. I addressed all my concerns to Rachele and went right to work. I have been seeing Rachele for only 2 months and I have lost so much weight! I feel more energized. With each session I am feeling stronger and just more connected within. I can not recommend Rachele enough. She is amazing at what she does and genuinely cares for the well being of her patients. I hope this review will help you understand how great Rachele is in her trade! read more

This is a long overdue review for Rachele and I can't share more positive comments! I started seeing her last year after some GI issues, dietary stress and general lack of energy. I've never received acupuncture either, as I'm incredibly fearful of needles. However, Rachele is so calming, experienced and gentle that I fully trust her and oftentimes drift into the best nap I've had in a long while! I highly recommend her and if you are new to acupuncture, on the fence, or just unsure whether you need treatments, just one session is all you need to change your mind. read more

TLDR - Dr. Rachele changed my life I have suffered from recurring migraines every 6 months for as far back as I can remember. For the greater part of the last 20 years, I've resigned myself to taking 2 pills, finding a dark corner to lay down, and hoping for the best. I was constantly in overwhelming amounts of pain. Lately, I had been significantly more stressed than ever before and I saw a spike in the frequency of my migraines. In desperation, I finally decided to give acupuncture a try, and here's how the session went:   I almost didn't make it to my first appointment because I had to pull over while driving from a migraine aura and pain. When I finally arrived there, my pain rating was at about a 4/10, soon to climb to 6 and 7. Dr. Rachele immediately took me to a dim room and began the session. Within 20 minutes of receiving acupuncture, the pulsating pain stopped worsening. She explained that stress is a big part of why people get migraines. When we stress, our bodies tense up and prolonged periods of stress will cause stagnation in the body, which leads to blockages in energy. It was the first time I had heard an explanation that actually made sense and was in line with what I feel during these migraine episodes.  Dr. Rachele found an acupressure point on my left foot that seemed to be directly connected to my pulsating pain. After needling there, I felt the pulsating pain begin to abate. It was as if that pressure point on my foot had popped the pimple and opened up the blockage. It was the first time in my 20+ years of migraine pain that I was ever able to recover from the pain without going through a 3-5 hour process.     For those of you who experience migraines of any degree or other stress symptoms, I highly recommend that you sign up for a session with Dr. Rachele. She will walk you through the process and give you the tools you need to experience a better, healthier life.   Thank you so much Dr. Rachele, that session changed my life. I've never felt so free and am looking forward to regular treatments to help manage my migraines from the root. read more

My visits to Rachele's practice are the highlight of that week. From the very first session, it was apparent that Rachele is a master of her craft. Not only has she helped maintain my body in peak shape for my first powerlifting meet - something I have been carefully preparing for over 6 months - but she's also treated two chronic injuries: a bicep and a hamstring strain, which have given me great discomfort until I found Rachele. She's patient in understanding my needs, and works together to devise a healing strategy. Beyond acupuncture, I've also benefited from her advice related to nutrition and holistic well-being. If you're considering acupuncture for your healing, recovery, or well-being needs, I can't recommend enough that you give Rachele and a try. read more

I had a wonderful consult and signature facial treatment with Dr. Lam. Parking is easy and her space is pristine. She is professional, kind, and someone I feel lucky to have on my team as I navigate the new year. I am alert and energized after my first session and can't wait to see her again! read more

I've been very skeptical about acupuncture before I started getting treatments from Rachele, but she definitely sparked my interest in the medicine and I'm converted now! Extremely professional and knowledgeable, she helped me get through a very stressful time with my neck and shoulders still intact. Her sessions very quickly became a routine, the 1.5 hours I would look forward to every week. If you need an acupuncturist in SF - look no further. read more

I started seeing Rachele last year to help aid in my TTC journey, and I got pregnant just a few short weeks after starting my fertility acupuncture treatments, so I continued seeing Rachele pretty diligently for the entirety of my pregnancy. I really do credit Rachele and the acupuncture with how well I felt during my pregnancy and how easy my delivery was! Rachele not only helped me feel good during pregnancy, but she also helped me with gut issues, inflammation, and joint pain. I've used a lot of the principles she taught me during my postpartum period as well, which has also gone fairly smoothly as a result. I plan on seeing Rachele again for acupuncture facials, and also plan to go if we decide to conceive again. I really can't say enough about what a great experience it was/is! read more

I went to see Rachele for stress/muscle relief (plantar fasciitis) and some GI issues. The acupuncture treatment was fantastic as well as super informative. I'm the type of patient that asks a lot of questions and Rachele is extremely knowledgeable about her practice in relation to MY body and issues. She also used a technique called gua sha to help relieve some muscle tension. Rachele is personable, easy to talk to, made me feel calm; she walked me through everything she was doing. She gave me dietary recommendations and stretching exercises after my treatment, which was very helpful. Immediately after the appointment, my heel pain had lessened, and I had a bowel movement (was feeling a bit constipated before)! Compared to other practitioners, she really takes her time to get to know me, her treatment and care felt and is personalized. I see her about once a week now. If you are looking for an acupuncture treatment in San Francisco, I definitely recommend Rachele!! read more

Dr. Lam is the best - our sessions are the highlight of my week! I always leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. I get very bad congestion from allergies, and she is able to give me instant relief. I also recently had a mystery sun/heat skin rash on my face, and after one acupuncture/gua sha treatment with Dr. Lam, it was gone!! Dr. Lam is calm, patient, attentive, and she always explains in depth how the treatment works. As an Asian American and someone who also grew up with Chinese medicine, I feel like I could really connect with her and I just love our chats. Couldn't recommend Fountyn more highly! read more

Since seeing Rachele for regular acupuncture sessions, my health has transformed. Her treatments have helped me sleep better, feel more energized and less stressed, and supported me post-menopause. These changes in my health have also radiated to the outside. My face and body are no longer puffy the way it used to be, and I often get compliments from friends saying that my skin and aura is glowing. I'm about to turn 60 and I attribute this greatly to regular acupuncture with Rachele. I'm not the best about making big lifestyle/diet changes or taking Chinese herbs, but Rachele works with me and meets me where I'm at, while being very supportive. I recently started getting facial acupuncture from Rachele too, and just WOW. Her holistic facial treatment is to die for. I've received MANY facials in my lifetime, and Rachele's facial massage is one of the most relaxing and heavenly experiences I've had. She applies pressure where I need it (around the jaw and scalp) and is gentle around the eyes. She massages before placing needles in so that the face is all relaxed and I barely feel the needles going in. I noticed that after a series of treatments my face is more lifted, skin tone more even, and wrinkles less deep. I walk out of there floating on a cloud. On top of it, her treatment space is very cozy, clean, and very comfortable. The tables are heated so I feel extra pampered. Bonus: it was easy to find free 2 hour parking right outside, too! If you've been searching for a compassionate and knowledgeable acupuncturist to support you and your wellbeing, I highly recommend Rachele at Fountyn Acupuncture! read more

This place has a relaxing environment and I had a great experience! Rachele asked questions to understand my needs and gave me some supplements to help with my stomach problems. Also during the acupuncture session I had a nice relaxing nap, which was amazing considering I have insomnia issues. I'd come back!! read more

I am so glad I was able to get treatment from Dr. Lam amidst the pandemic. The facility is spotless and with proper Covid protocol. Dr. Lam has the best sympathetic bedside manner. She listened attentively to my concerns and asked relevant questions for the diagnosis. The treatment really helped me, plus all the recommendations given as follow up and ongoing maintenance were great. I would recommend Dr. Lam to anyone without any hesitation! read more

I first came to see Rachele for cupping and scraping because of the pain to my shoulders and back. I am a nurse and the stress has been building for years. The guy that I usually went to recently temporarily closed due to covid, so I had to find someone new. After my first session she recommended acupuncture. I have always been skeptical of acupuncture in the past and even told her about this. I'm Chinese and never really believed in it, so this coming from me says a lot haha. She told me it's a not a one time thing and that I need to keep continuing to do it to see results. Good thing I listened to her! She has done wonders for my back and shoulders. She'll ask me every session about how other parts of my body are doing and has started to focus on them. She has been a savior! She has even killed my left bunion toe pain! I highly recommended her! You won't regret is. She is so knowledgeable, friendly, so easy to talk to. Go see her, you don't know what you've been missing! read more