I sought out acupuncture with Dr. Kao to help relieve some nerve issues that came up. I found Dr. Kao to be a very patient, kind person. I felt relief immediately after my first session. Shortly after I began treatment I sustained a head injury that led to a concussion. I kept my regular appointment with Dr. Kao and again, felt immediate relief. Yesterday I went in and was extremely upset, just very emotional. I talked to Dr. Kao at the beginning of the session and began to relax after acupuncture began. I was a completely different person when I left. I no longer felt the sadness or anxiety, I walked out feeling whole and empowered. Dr. Kao had been instrumental in my recovery and I appreciate her so much. She is very kind, compassionate, and professional. The office is nice, very relaxing, and the staff have all been courteous. I'm happy with my care here and am looking forward to my next appointment. read more

Heidi Kao, DAOM, LAC - Acupuncture Near Me - Oakland, California

After a Kaiser doctor told me that I should look into adoption (I was 39 years old), I found Dr. Heidi Kao. After just about half a year of acupuncture sessions (about every other week) and following her prescribed diet (lots of brazil nuts, ghee, salmon, and more), I became pregnant, then soon a mom to a healthy baby boy. My insurance didn't cover any of this, so it was completely out-of-pocket. Because it was an investment, I followed everything she prescribed to a T. I highly recommend her. read more

I had pain so extreme I couldn't walk, I saw two other practitioners and no one helped. Heidi Kao made room to see me right before a big holiday weekend and in one session took the pain from my acute piriformis pain during pregnancy from a 10 to almost nothing. I am so grateful for this practice, Dr Kao's knowledge and this wonderful office. I couldn't recommend more highly. read more

Dr. Kao is truly incredible. She's a terrific and nonjudgmental listener, and has managed to help me find relief for physical symptoms that I'd kind of given up on ever fixing. I've been seeing her regularly this year, and I've noticed a big difference in my energy, outlook, and stress level. I am so appreciative of the time I spend on her table - it's the highlight of my week! read more

I've visited with Dr. Kao since last year for gyn issues. I've seen acupuncturists in the past. She is the first one I've consulted for a woman-specific condition. For me, her work was exceptional and skillful. She advised me on nutrition and gave me effective and precise acupuncture. Dr. Kao was knowledgable, empathetic and a good listener. Of course, bedside manner is also effective in healing work. I understand that underlying conditions can't be fixed overnight. However, I felt deep relaxation after each session. Additionally, I was also able to feel relief for my condition from our series of sessions and hope to continue working with her again when she returns. Eve was also very good and highly effective. Thank you Dr. Kao and staff. read more

Dr. Heidi is truly amazing! She specializes in general health, specific ailments, and fertility. She listens intently to needs and concerns, and develops a plan of action based on a patient's individual goals. She is knowledgeable and supportive, and an absolutely wonderful provider. I know I'm in great hands with Dr. Heidi and her team! read more

This is my experience as someone who suffers from endometriosis/adenomyosis. I'm just sharing my experience since a lot of the reviews here look like they're mainly from women who has infertility issues. It's neither a good/bad experience but may be helpful for others who are suffering from it and looking for a natural treatment. I had an appt with Heidi 2x and Eve 2x. It's once a week so 4 weeks total. I will say their way of acupuncture is very different. Eve uses more needles and you feel more 'pain' (but theres a good reason behind it -she will explain it to you) and with Eve's treatment I was able to feel more immediate effect esp with my bloating. With Heidi's treatment there were less needles and less pain. Also I wasn't able to feel immediate effects. I was given herbs to take during day 4 to 28 of my cycle to help egg quality and optimize fertilization. I usually finish my period on the 6th day but because of the herb, I started to continue to bleed heavily until I realized it's the herb that's causing my bleeding. Dr Kao said the main goal is not for blood flow but it does have some elements in there that does that. She also mentions that endo and adeno in Chinese medicine is called blood stagnation so everytime there's movement/flowing of blood, it's normal to have heavier bleeding & passing clots in the beginning. For me I stopped the herbs immediately as I was bleeding quite heavily and it's quite concerning to me. I didnt want to have blood loss to the point of needing transfusion (which happens with women with endo). I also had MRI and my adenomyoma has grown within 2 months since my last ultrasound which also happens to be the same months overlapping with the acupuncture & herb treatment. It may just be coincidental but who knows. My advice is to make sure you're clear what is in these herbs and their function cause I was just told to drink it and wasnt really explained anything until I kept pushing for answers. They are also quite pricey ranging from $40-60 each and I was only able to drink it only for a few days. It's money wasted now. Alas that's my experience. Hope this review is useful. read more

Heidi Kao, DAOM, LAC - Herbs. Make sure you ask what their ingredients and function are. - Acupuncture Near Me - Oakland, California

There honestly isn't enough stars yelp allows for a proper review for Heidi and her practice. When I started seeing Heidi, I was really struggling with PCOS and the slew of unwanted symptoms that come along with it. I hadn't had a period in YEARS, in fact I never ovulated on my own unless I was on Birth Control which had horrible side effects with me. I had cystic acne, extreme fatigue, dark hair growth, mood swings, etc. I kept being told by western Drs I was "atypical" and they wouldn't treat me because I wasn't over weight. They just kept telling me it was ok that I didn't have a period and that I would just have to do IUI or IVf if I ever wanted to get pregnant. When I started seeing Heidi I was newly married and new I wanted to have a child in the future, but western fertility treatments seemed not to treat the WHY. Which is what i desperately was in search of. It took her around 4 months to bring my period back to a monthly cycle with seeing her every other week and the help of some herbs. Pretty crazy seeing I had never had a proper cycle on my own! About a year into my treatments with her my husband got a job out in Sac and we had to move. I was super lucky to find another practitioner and long story short, 3 weeks ago I had my perfect baby girl!!! I feel like Heidi did a lot of the heavy lifting when it came to me being able to ovulate and educating me about what steps I needed to take to heal my PCOS. No IVF/IUI, no western intervention. Persistent acupuncture every other week with herbs and we were blessed with Norah. Acupuncture is the long game, but it WORKS. If you truly want to heal and not just bandaid your ailments it takes time and effort but you can't put a timeline or price tag on human life right!? Thank you Heidi and staff for everything!!! read more

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I recommend! Maki is AMAZING! She is a thorough acupuncturist. She goes above and beyond to care for you and your issues. Maki is caring, honest, and extremely knowledgeable and skilled. She addresses fertility improvement needs, anxiety and other rising issues of body and stress. She knows what you need and gently shared her knowledge which has educated me which has helped me to better care for myself. Maki is the BEST there is and I am better because of her. I also must add the practice is very well managed with professionals who work with you with kindness, responsiveness and professionalism. Thank you to all the staff, Maki, Heidi, and practitioners at the Center! read more

The Integrative Wellness Center has been my sanctuary during my fertility journey, and I cannot thank Dr. Kao and her associates enough. I mainly saw Dr. Kao, but often was treated by Dr. Hoshino. Both are wonderful. My husband and I had been trying for a baby for almost two years. We went through the gamut of tests (HSG, ultrasound, blood tests, sperm count, etc.) with normal results, but still, no baby. I was concerned because I was already 35, which from a western medicine's perspective is advanced maternal age. My husband was ready to try IVF, but I was not. All my stress and anxiety about getting pregnant instantly melted away during my first consultation with Dr. Kao. The clinic is super zen, and she was calm and kind. She explained that there are many factors that contribute to becoming pregnant, not just a woman's age and her egg health. This reassurance made me feel so much better (unlike what my OB was telling me) and gave me the hope I needed. I diligently saw Dr. Kao two to three times a month for several months. It almost felt like therapy for me. I'dwalk into the clinic all stressed but leave feeling so relaxed. Dr. Kao always make me feel better with her reassuring words and her acupuncture. Eight months later, I finally got pregnant! I continued treatments to ensure a healthy pregnancy up until the very end. I saw Dr. Kao one last time, a day past my due date. I was a little stressed because my OB wanted to induce me within the week since I had gestational diabetes. Dr. Kao was pretty confident I would deliver that night or the next day, and that gave me the peace of mind I needed. She gave me one final treatment to help induce labor. It was definitely a bittersweet moment because I had been on this journey with her for so long and it was coming to an end, but a happy ending: I gave birth to my bundle of joy the very next day. It's quite rare to find a healthcare provider who is both skilled in their profession and can empathize so well with their patients. The journey towards having a baby can be an emotional rollercoaster of hopes and disappointments, but seeing Dr. Kao made it much easier to cope. She truly heals the mind, body, and soul. read more

I absolutely love maki! I have been seeing her for fertility acupuncture since Jan 2019. I get excited every week i get to see her. She's so personable and warm and inviting. I see her once a week and I look forward to it every time ! She helped me with my insane cramps, make my LP longer and even helped me get rid of my horrible cough! She gave me herbs to help develop my follicles, lengthen my LP and get rude if my cough! I honestly think because of her I got pregnant my first try doing IUI. I'm now 9 weeks pregnant and still see her once a week and plan on seeing her up till birth ! read more

I highly recommend Heidi. I came to Heidi after unsuccessfully trying to get pregnant for 9 months. With Heidi's care, I've made a ton of progress. Heidi noticed a warning sign for PCOS (that Kaiser ignored) in my prior blood work and recommended further testing, which ultimately uncovered issues that I do have that make it more challenging for me to get pregnant. Until Heidi, no doctor had figured out why it is taking me longer. Heidi developed a very personalized treatment plan and after only one month, my cycle significantly improved (e.g. my temperature looks textbook throughout my cycle, my periods are less painful). Heidi is a warm and caring fertility expert. She is down to earth, practical, kind, and will do everything she can to get your bod in the best place it can be to get pregnant. read more

I've been having treatments with Maki since last August. Maki has been helping me a lot! I came to see her for infertility. After going through some acupuncture treatment with her, my lower back pain was gone without noticing. And the discharge has changed to a healthier texture I've never had. My 1st IVF result was bad. I had few eggs and couldn't have a fertilized egg. Now I'm going through my 2nd IVF. 9 months after acupuncture, I produced 8 eggs and I could have 3 fertilized eggs! My husband and I were surprised! I am sure that the acupuncture and Chinese medicine helped our result. Maki also can suggest what we need to eat to make a healthy body. If you continue to do it consistently your body will change and you will feel it. If you have an infertility problem as me I highly recommend to start acupuncture! read more

I have been seeing Dr Heidi Kao & Maki for Acupuncture. They are both fantastic and care deeply for their patients. I seriously cannot say enough about how amazing they are!!! They listen carefully, and I truly believe they've been instrumental in my fertility journey. If you are looking for great Acupuncturists (especially ones that focus on Women's issues & fertility), I cannot say enough about them! read more

Dr. Kao is a magician. We were struggling to conceive for years and had practically given up hope to conceive naturally until we met Dr. Kao. Due to my age (40) and lab results, the Western doctors and specialists said I would need to do IVF and even consider an egg donor. I worked diligently with 2 other renowned acupuncturists for awhile but with no success, so I was pretty skeptical Chinese Medicine could help my situation. However Dr. Kao was encouraging and remained optimistic which was a huge mental relief. After only 2 months of Dr. Kao working with herbs and acupuncture to balance my body, to my complete shock I was pregnant! We are deeply indebted to Dr. Kao for bringing our healthy baby boy to our lives. I appreciate that Dr. Kao is a big believer in bridging Eastern and Western medicine, being very familiar and supportive of Western treatments and testing. She was honest in letting me know she is a proponent of IVF treatment, depending on the how the treatment was progressing. In fact, her doctoral thesis was acupuncture in conjunction with IVF. Whenever I had lab results on any range of issues (cholesterol, thyroid, blood sugar), she incorporated the information for my treatment and gave me both Eastern/Western lifestyle suggestions. I have experience with other acupuncturists who don't support Western medicine, which became a dilemma for me since we need to co-exist with our Western health system - I would even feel guilty for expressing interest in Western treatment. There was no such issue with Dr. Kao since she understands that Chinese Medicine complements Western medicine well. Dr. Kao exemplifies the ideal qualities of a health professional with the right balance of being experienced, caring, and approachable. She was patient in answering all my questions, meticulous, thorough, and caring - closely following the progress of my pregnancy, delivery, and post recovery. She had many suggestions on diet and lifestyle that really enabled me to have a healthy pregnancy. She has set the gold standard for what a health practitioner should be. read more

I'm lucky to say that my first experience with acupuncture was with Heidi. I originally began going to her for infertility issues a few years ago and have come away completely convinced about the effectiveness of traditional Chinese medicine. She and her partner Maki began helping me around my second or third IUI as I was about to transition to IVF. She helped guide me through emotional, dietary, stress management, and all those extra things that one needs to take care of during an infertility journey that even an incredible RE (which mine was) doesn't address. I saw her 2-3 times a week near egg retrieval and pre/post embryo transfer. I'm convinced that their help finally allowed me to have a child and also become much healthier. I went to her periodically during my pregnancy and also got her help to induce labor. Both Heidi and Maki are amazing practitioners whom I strongly recommend for fertility issues. I'll continue to go for general upkeep as acupuncture does wonders for stress relief. read more

The Center for Integrative Wellness is absolutely wonderful. I have been seeing Maki and Heidi for acupuncture and Chinese medicine for several months and have been so happy and impressed by everything about it: Their professional, caring demeanor; creative, thoughtful approach to treatment; and improvements in my health concerns. I highly recommend this practice. read more

I highly recommend Heidi for infertility treatments. I have high FSH and was seeing a reproductive endocrinologist(RE) after trying our own for many cycles with no success. My RE said my chance of getting pregnant on our own was very very slim. I tried 3 rounds medicated(shots and all) IUI and they didn't work. During those IUI cycles, I saw another acupuncturist in Oakland for 4 months. I saw Heidi for 6 sessions(once a week for 6 weeks) and I got pregnant on our own. I could tell there was a difference between Heidi and the other acupuncturist. When Heidi inserted the needles, I could feel the qi passing. It' hard to describe, but it felt different from the other practitioner. Heidi is compassionate, kind, and highly skilled and experienced. If you have infertility issues don't walk, run and see Heidi. BTW, I had secondary infertility. read more

Ok after just one session I was hooked! So I've never gotten acupuncture before so I didn't know what to expect but I was kind of desperate and willing to try something I consider unconventional. I was having an array of issues that modern medicine either didn't care about or didn't know about, in any case I had anxiety, digestive issues, hormonal imbalance issues. I think it's fair to say she had her work cut out for her. The first time I did the acupuncture I wasn't expecting anything to happen that day but to my surprise my anxiety has done almost a complete 180! I realized that I didn't have to take my anxiety medication all day. After some dietary suggestions and supplements I'm not nauseous on a constant basis or constipated any more. Most of all I was able to relax, something I realize I've never really done. If she was able to do all of that on the first day, I can't wait to see what else she can do! Even my husband noticed a difference in me and even offered to pay!?!? Wow, this lady is a miracle worker lol :) read more

I think it's definitely worth a try. You cannot expect a miracle, but she will give it her best to create a miracle for you. She is calm, intelligent, empathetic and more. She experienced all the ups and downs of baby making herself so she knows what that is like, and tries her best to help you not have a heartache. I feel great about having Dr.Kao along with my IVF doc. I cannot think of any better acupuncturist to help me with my journey. read more

Prior to finding and working with Dr. Kao, I visited three different acupuncturists in varying locations in San Francisco. Even though I knew I wanted to use acupuncture as a complementary treatment in trying to conceive, I just couldn't find the right practitioner who suited my needs and personality. After reading her reviews on Yelp and seeing that she has expertise in infertility, I hoped she would provide what I was seeking. I can wholeheartedly say she went above and beyond my expectations. Upon first meeting it was evident that she is professional, compassionate, flexible, and brilliant. Through her practice I came to greatly respect the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine and believe to my core that it, and Heidi, were one of the greatest influences in my personal health and stress management during that trying time in my life. Heidi saw me through the failed IUIs and IVF cycles in probably a more understanding and needed way than most others. She also celebrated with me when I finally achieved a pregnancy (through frozen embryo transfer and acupuncture) that resulted in my daughter. I have not seen her location in Oakland, as I used to receive services at her old San Francisco location. If I lived closer, however, I probably would start seeing her again just for general health maintenance. She comes highly recommended from me, without a doubt. read more

I cannot say how great Heidi is. I first heard about her through a friend who was seeing her for back issues. I was telling my friend how bad my anxiety and panic attacks were getting and she mentioned acupuncture and that she thought Heidi would be able to help out. I reluctantly went in to see her and to my surprise she was very patient with my constant anxiety, after about 3 sessions (going once a week) I was able to fall asleep during the session. ASLEEP!! I could not believe it. I also started taking Chinese herbs to help calm me down. They worked almost immediately. Within 3 weeks I felt like a new women. I got so independent from my anxiety that I no longer needed her services. I have sense returned for some follow up. Due to a stressful ending to my summer anxiety was slowly creeping back into my life. Once we realized how bad it had gotten Heidi worked her magic once again and everything is back under control. She is so amazing I recommend visiting Heidi as soon as possible. read more

I LOVE Heidi and Maki. I've been coming here for over two years. I started coming when I was pregnant and this place was a lifeline during a difficult pregnancy. They provided more than acupuncture, they were sympathetic kind souls during a very difficult time. I kept coming after I gave birth to help me navigate postpartum and the general stress of work and life. Online booking makes it easy, and they accept my insurance! But it's worth coming and paying out of pocket even if your insurance doesn't cover it. read more

I can't praise Dr. Heidi enough for what shes done for me and my family. When I came to see her, I had been trying to get pregnant for close to three years. I tried fertility drugs as well as IUI treatments but just couldn't get pregnant. I literally saw Dr. Heidi for two cycles before we found out I was pregnant. Granted I did acupuncture treatments along with fertility drugs in conjunction with IUI treatments. Having combined all treatments together seemed to work quite well and fast. Two months!! I was absolutely skeptical at first but fertility acupuncture really works! If any of you are having fertility issues, don't hesitate to see Dr. Heidi. She really is knowledgeable about fertility acupuncture. read more

I highly recommend Heidi. I've seen her since April for help with hormones and she has helped me make tremendous strides in my health and well-being. She is extremely smart, empathetic and skilled at what she does. She truly listens to each concern and always brings me new ideas and perspectives. A family member also sees her for pain treatments which have been very successful. Heidi also has a great and organized staff that works with her. Go see her -- you won't be disappointed! read more

I've seen both Heidi and Shawna and am so incredibly pleased with the care and support I received. Heidi is a wealth of knowledge, a confident and brilliant practitioner who has built a successful practice. Shawna has a soft touch, caring and thoughtful manner paired with insightful guidance. I would have no hesitancy in recommending this practice for fertility, relaxation, health and overall wellness. I'm so pleased I chose them. The office is very warm, friendly and comfortable. I always leave feeling better than when I walked in. read more

Heidi provided care, compassion and safe acupuncture techniques that proved effective by providing me with relief of carpal tunnel pain in my arms. On Thursday I received a free mini-massage an intern! I will return for more ongoing maintenance. read more

I looked up Yelp to find acupuncturists who specialized in fertility. We had finally taken the next step to IVF and I was looking for someone who knew the process and understood the stress, pain and emotional upheaval that comes along with the ride. I found Integrative Wellness Center. I read their 'About Us' on their website and realized, not only do they specialize in fertility related acupuncture, but they have gone through the arduous process themselves. I made my first and follow up appointments with Maki Hoshino and she's been awesome. I went in for fertility treatment, but ended up also getting treated for chronic neck pain that has plagued me for more than a decade and a half. She knows exactly what she's doing and describes what I feel better than I could. I have also worked with Shawna and it's been a great experience too. Heidi Kao and Associates? 5 Stars! read more

I found Shawna when I was seeking a new acupuncturist and ready to commit to receiving regular sessions to treat anxiety and PTSD and to regulate my digestive system. She was intuitive, sensitive to my needs, and generous with sharing knowledge from the start. Since my sessions with her were helpful in those areas, we moved on to explore broader goals, such as assisting with memory, with feeling open and grounded, and with feeling patient in the midst of life's holding patterns. Working with Shawna has helped me deepen my connection to my body and has given me the chance to put thoughtful consideration to my goals. I'm so grateful to have found a healer as intelligent, sensitive and compassionate as Shawna and strongly recommend her to others looking for those same qualities in their future acupuncturist. read more

This review is sooooooo overdue. After being strongly pushed towards IVF and not feeling that was the right choice for us, my husband and I stopped, prayed, and we found Dr. Kao! I truly believe that she was a "God send" for us. I was pregnant after 3 months of seeing Dr Kao (and after over 3 yrs of trying). She is caring, knowledgeable and simply the best at what she does. See her once a week, take the herbs and pray; your little blessing will soon be on her way! read more

A friend recommended Dr Kao, and I'm so glad she did. Dr Kao treated me during a vulnerable time in my life 5 years ago (I know, this review is very overdue). She is very professional and personable. I looked forward to my appointments since it'd be like catching up with a friend. She's an all-in-one coach, confidante, nutritionist, and acupuncturist extraordinaire! Thank you, Dr Kao!! read more

Maki Hoshino provides very high quality acupuncture care in this office, with her thorough approach, where she can treat multiple issues simultaneously. She consistently pays attention to detail and has a very pleasant healing presence. It is easy to schedule by phone or online. read more

The best! Super knowledgeable and compassionate, Heidi really cares about her patients.

Dr. Heidi Kao is a wonderful acupuncturist! She helped me become healthier and was patient with my first steps into the acupuncture world. She explained clearly the treatment plan and skillfully carried it out. Her staff is organized and friendly too. I highly recommend Dr. Kao and her cheerful office! read more

I can't recommend Heidi and Katy enough for acupuncture treatments for infertility. I have been seeing Heidi and Katy for weekly acupuncture appointments for over a year now and I'm now 6 month pregnant after 3 1/2 years of infertility. I'm 43 years old and can't believe I'm finally pregnant and I owe a lot of this success to Heidi and her team. I went through 2 egg retrievals at a out-of-state clinic and Heidi and Katy worked with me to make sure my acupuncture session supported my IVF treatments, including using electro-acupuncture during the right times of my cycle. I know my blood flow was ideal as proven during Doppler readings at my clinic, all due to Heidi and Katy! Even my IVF doctor was impressed with my uterine blood flow levels. After they implanted our one lone normal embryo, my HCG reading was off the charts (tripled in 48 hours) due to a great uterine environment and optimal blood flow. The baby was growing like a weed and is still 1 week ahead of schedule and doing great! I was so shocked when Heidi guessed that I was having a boy just by reading my pulse while everyone else thought I was having a girl. She was right on. That's how good they are at what they do. Their passion and care for their patients is obvious in each visit. In addition, their clinic is in network for Blue Cross Blue Shield and processed all my claims for me. Maria (Front Desk office manager) is amazing at this. I had no stress with billing, so easy! Also changing appointments was a breeze (via email or phone) and Maria is always so friendly when I needed to make a last minute change. Love her! I feel like Heidi, Katy and Maria are like family to me. They are so friendly and easy to talk to. I want to go see them just because I miss them and consider them friends now. I don't think acupuncture alone will get you pregnant unless your main issue is blood flow, but as an adjunct treatment along with IVF, I strongly believe acupuncture can increase your odds of getting pregnant. You will not be disappointed if you go to Heidi or Katy for acupuncture treatments. Good luck! read more

Heidi is an incredible profession in chinese herbal medicine & accupunture. I highly recommend her for back issues and fertility treatment. My husband and I were on the verge of getting help through a fertility clinic to get pregnant and on our appointment date, we found out we were pregnant. I contribute our success on the treatment I received through Heidi. Heidi has helped me on three levels; back pain, pregnancy and stress relief. Heidi is a very compassionate person and work with my busy work schedule. She is an incredible sweet lady, her service is excellent!!! Thank you Heidi for your guidance, help and support :) read more

Next week my son will be 10 months old. I worked with Heidi for a year to prepare for the pregnancy after being told by Western medical providers that my chances of conception were slim. Heidi was supportive throughout the pregnancy and provided excellent after care. I have been a patient of Heidi's for five years and her knowledge on women's health from PCOS to candidas is vast. Besides acupuncture and herbs, Heidi suggests dietary changes as well as additional resources and practioners. It is through Heidi that I met my Chi Nei Tsang practioner. My partner has seen her for muscle aches and back pain. Her treatments were quick and helped speed his recovery. I carry a stack of her cards in my bag and pass them out at the water cooler, parties, and once on the 26 Valencia bus line!!! In the time of HMOs, it is rare to get valuanble face-to-face time with a healer as wonderful as Heidi. read more

I can't believe it's taken me this long to review Heidi. I LOVE Heidi! She is warm, caring, professional, knowledgeable -- a true healer. I always end up totally relaxed on her comfy tables, feeling the chi just get aligned like crazy. Great for pregnancy and postpartum treatments! If you're afraid of the needles, don't be -- go see Heidi! read more

I've been seeing Maki once a week for fertility and prenatal acupuncture and she's been given the best support during both difficult and happy times. She is someone who deeply cares about you and who is always there when you need the most. Thanks to her, my IVF cycle and first trimester went somewhat easier than expected. I highly recommend her! read more

Hello All, I have nothing but amazing things to say about this woman. Love, love, love her and everything she has done for me. Since I was a pre-teen, I have suffered from horrendous menstrual cramps. I mean awful, REALLY BAD, fainting to the floor pain. I had been to many Dr.'s trying different things though all eventually prescribing a mutitude of painkillers that either didn't work or knocked me out. Nothing I had tried would allow be to continue my daily routine during this dreaded week-I just needed to the pain be less if not gone.... After a referral from a Dr. to try acupuncture I stumbled upon my new friend: Heidi Kao. We got to know each other in the 1st session and than the needles began along with herbs. Beside the medical help Heidi gave me, she would email me to check my status to see how I was feeling- even though I was to see her a in couple of days. She genuinely cares for each of her patients. Heidi would also try something new to see if we would be better results. Not giving up, determined to ease the problem. Now, I see Heidi almost weekly and look forward to my appt each time- she has given me such relief. Plus, Heidi rocks on a personal level too- you will not find a more sweeter or caring practioner around- I promise. She has helped me tremendously these last months especially when I thought no one would be able to. My cramps are not entirely gone but are nothing in comparison to what I use to endure. Check out her website, email her and she what she can do for you, no regrets!! read more