I've tried acupuncture all over the city and while I've experienced some positive effects I have…read morenever felt transformed afterwards. In my experience it usually involves speaking to a practitioner for five minutes, being poked with needles and left alone for fifteen minutes then being sent on my way. All that changed after I started seeing Finbar. I'm an athlete and a dancer so I run into bodily injuries here and there. This past spring my back was in bad shape and went into spasm. I could barely walk without pain and definitely couldn't arch at all. I had a competition approaching and needed to recover in time for it. He worked on me by using massage techniques, acupuncture and recommendations for herbs and other natural remedies. I started improving within days and slowly regained enough range of motion to compete and take 2nd place! I've seen him for many other ailments as well. He is unique in that he listens, genuinely cares for your well being and offers affordable rates for detail-oriented service. I'm not saying that people should replace traditional medicine with only natural therapies to heal. I believe in a combination of Western and Eastern medicine. But if something can help without causing negative side effects, why not try it? I highly recommend you try Finbar.

You couldn't ask for more out of an acupuncturist than Finbar. He is caring, respectful, skilled,…read moreknowledgable and Funny! He goes out of his way to ensure that you are comfortable when you visit. The office space is beautiful and clean. Most impressive is his office library as he is a self described bibliophile and I too am a book geek. He tailors each treatment to meet you exactly where you are that day. I love that he compliments his treatments with massage techniques (which I love even if they are not necessarily relaxing, they help), cupping and electric stimultation. It feels like a truly complete treatment, unlike other experiences that I have had elsewhere. Finbar is a top-notch acupuncturist and and I am excited to have him on board as part of my healthcare team.

I have gone to acupuncture doctors for 45+ years for chronic endometriosis pain & very poor immune…read moresystem problems, to no avail. I decided to try Mark Moschchinsky because he did Acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine and herbs, Holistic work and numerous other alternative methods such as PEMF, Bioresonance, etc. I am an extremely difficult patient to treat and Mark is constantly coming up with ways to help me. The PEMF has definitely helped me and brought my pain down. I am in pain 24/7 but after treatment with Mark my pain is reduced and I can enjoy my day and walk and shop and come home feeling like I have done something useful. Mark listens and is very patient and is always trying to figure out new ways to reduce my pain. He doesn't give up! I can't tell you how many alternative doctors and MDs especially in NYC have given up on me. He is located at 32 Union Sq East, rm. 804. Phone # 1-212-533-2292. Very convenient near many subways. It is very easy to make appointments esp. with Jeannie's kind help. Communication is the key between patient and Professional and I definitely have found it here! Go get help with Mark!

I've been searching for an experienced acupuncturist for more than two years after my long-time…read moreChinese healer moved away. I live in Manhattan's Lower East side, and every time I searched Google, the results all led to healers that, for my need, were still learning their practice. One day I stumbled upon "NYC Acupuncturist in Union Square," which I assumed was some new clinic fresh with students out of acupuncture school or an academy. Wow, was I wrong--Mark Moschinsky has been practicing his profession at Union Square for over 30 years! It's been 60 years since a so-called doctor used his hands to sense my internal organs, look at my tongue and eyes, and feel my pulse. I was already on several self-healing protocols for many life-acquired conditions and have made good progress in my recovery. Still, I kept experiencing setback blockages and was desperate to find an acupuncturist who could treat me so I could fine-tune my protocols. On that first visit, as I was trying to explain my conditions briefly and Mark kept asking me, " what was it that is bothering me TODAY." I finally did, and after the session and as I was walking back home, I felt like I was physically and spiritually reborn again! My Mojo returned and remained with me throughout the week as I continued fine-tuning my healing protocols. I am 70 years of age, and after I left my second acupuncture session this week with Mark at the Tree of Life and headed toward Whole Foods on 14 Street, I felt like I was in my 20s. As a note: Back in 1997, I was in Bengin, China, for a month-long assignment where I was working 12 hours a day and, at one point, got so stressed that I felt like I might not make it back home. The hotel I was staying at had a senior full-time acupuncturist who saved my life with cups on my back and long needles. Your body is a perfect organic machine that knows how to repair and rebuild itself--you have to give it the opportunity. Check out Mark Moschinsky Tree of Life's website with healing modalities, scientific information, and background history. Read more about who I consider today Master Mark Moschinsky's acupuncture techniques taught by his mentor, Master Tung, in NYC.

I was referred to Timur by my doctor at NY Bone and Joint Specialists for a sports related neck…read moreinjury. After a few months of PT which was not providing the hoped for relief, I decided to give acupuncture a try (this was my first time ever!). While the neck is a tricky thing to treat, I have noticed a significant improvement in general muscle soreness and stress relief. At this point, I have been seeing him 1-2x/week for almost a year, and plan to continue for my general wellness in the future, even when my neck is fully better. Timur is really the best! He is EXTREMELY knowledgeable, thorough and personalized with the care that he gives. Each visit starts with a holistic assessment of how my week has been and other factors that my influence my condition, which allows him to tailor treatments. I really appreciate that he explains everything in detail and patiently, and answers all my questions! Timur is very passionate about his craft and that shows through in every visit. Now I'm curious to see how acupuncture will work as a natural remedy for other things that arise.

Timur Lokshin is an incredible holistic practitioner. His ability to treat a variety of conditions…read moreis impressive. From muscular pathologies to emotional imbalances, Timur's treatments have been extremely helpful for me and have continued to improve my health even after the session is over. In the few days following a treatment, I feel increasingly balanced and refreshed. I also appreciate that Timur uses a minimal amount of needles to treat internal disharmonies so as not to drain the client's energy. As a massage therapist myself, I am very picky about my bodywork practitioners. I have recommended Timur to many people and they have all raved about his work. In addition to being a very talented acupuncturist, Timur is also a wonderful person. He is an amazing listener, which I think is a very important part of being a healer and he truly cares about his patients. Highly recommend a treatment from him!

I have been seeing Siraj Venjara for a little over two months and highly recommend him…read more I started seeing him for chronic pain in my arm that was limiting my daily activities. This pain had come and gone over the years (most likely due to rheumatoid arthritis) and had currently been with me consistently for the last 9 months. I was assured that the specific pain could be completely eliminated and we could then start working more intently on the root cause of the issues.. I was not sure what to expect but felt comfortable at every step of the process. Mr. Venjara is very professional and knowledgeable and has a calming and caring demeanor. He fully engages me in the treatment plan explaining what he is doing and how it works. He checks in regularly during a treatment to see how I am feeling and makes any adjustments necessary. It is amazing to feel improvements every week in so many ways! The most surprising thing I have found is that not only is the pain GONE and has allowed me to resume my former activities but there are many other pleasant "side effects". Mainly, in addition to increased energy and a general sense of greater well-being I have been sleeping with NO problems. This is a huge benefit to me as someone who has had constant issues falling asleep for years. About 2 weeks into treatment I have been able to fall asleep normally EVERY SINGLE NIGHT. Had I known the amazing benefits I would feel I would have made an appointment for acupuncture long ago. I am so glad I chose Bonafide Acupuncture and am so grateful to Mr. Venjara for his compassionate and knowledgeable care that has cured my long standing issues in such a short amount of time. As a side note, visiting his office is a pleasure. The staff is friendly and professional. I have never had to wait past my appointment time to be seen. If you need to see more than one practitioner (I was having medical massage at one point - Alec Menge is fantastic, by the way) they always arranged my appointments back-to-back for my convenience. And, in addition to a confirmation email for my appointment upon booking I always get a text reminder two hours prior to my appointment. If you are thinking of making an appointment, do it. Best decision ever!

Dr. Siraj is an excellent diagnostician and acupuncturist.He provides excellent care and constantly…read moreprioritizes his patients' comfort. He is extremely knowledgable, attentive, and eager to assist in any way possible. I highly recommend and encourage you to try acupuncture and holistic treatment with Siraj. He helped me manage my chronic back pain. Furthermore, the personnel was courteous and respectful.Their service is characterized by efficiency and punctuality. Visiting his office is always a pleasure.

Acusage Therapy has been a life changer for me! I came to Chris with multiple issues... aches,…read morejoint pain, neck and hip tightness and stress, not only did Chris explain in detail what he would be doing as far as Acupuncture was concerned, he also gave me useful exercises and Traditional Chinese techniques to practice outside of my weekly sessions. Chris brings a sense of ease and fun to his practice and with each session I have left feeling better and better. I would recommend Chris and Acusage Therapy to anyone looking to feel better physically and emotionally!

I was suffering from a terrible fall in the shower, due to the expertise and kind bedside manor at…read moreAcusage I was able to breathe, walk and move around pain free within days. I was previously treated for migraines and was timid to try acupuncture but was pleasantly surprised to find not only did my symptoms decrease but I was worried for nothing. It was quite therapeutic. Thank you for always helping me.

I've been going to Jonathan and he is a great acupuncturist! You can tell he is very knowledgeable…read moreon it and does it because he loves it and wants to help people. I always felt a difference and that it was very helpful, and Jonathan is always so pleasant and nice. If I weren't moving, I would keep seeing Jonathan - definitely recommend!

Exceptional. Both…read moreJonathan Simon and Susan Hofmann have done exceptional work on me, working through a number of back issues I've had after too many flights in cramped economy seats. They both have an exceptional bed-side (table-side?) manner, and intersperse humour with professionalism, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the human body. Of late, my treatments have been entirely with Susan, and she has been amazing at finding and working out every issue I bring to her. Appointments are easy to come by, and they also don't get twisted if something happens and you need to re-schedule (although try not to do so, as this is a very small practice that has to juggle a lot of patients' needs). I'd always been afraid of acupuncture, but the good folks here helped me get over it and appreciate a new way of feeling better. Truly recommend them, whether or not you like or believe in acupuncture. You just might be surprised by it, and I'm sure the good people at NYC Points will win you over.

OMG! I was so pleasantly surprised after coming here. I had tried acupuncture before, so I wasn't…read morereally expecting much, but after seeing 8 different kinds of doctors (chiropractor, rheumatologist, orthopedic surgeons, spinal surgeon, physical therapist, etc, etc etc) for chronic neck pain, I was open to anything. I was beside myself in pain one day, so despite the pricing here being slightly higher than other places I had found, the fact that they had appointments available same day landed me at their office. The office itself is rather small, but feels very comfortable. The rooms aren't super private - the walls don't go to the ceiling, so you can kind of hear what's going on around you in the office, BUT that also meant I could hear that Johnny washed his hands after exiting every room with a patient so that's a plus and actually did stand out to me very much! Well, the FIRST day, I walked out of there with an improvement in pain. It's definitely not gone, but it was the first time after all the doctors, specialists, medications, etc that I had spent a year and a half investing in, this was the best money I could have spent. The relief I felt mentally to finally feel relief physically is one I cannot even explain! I also really appreciated that Johnny said to me a few times that his goal is that I DON'T have to keep coming back, which truly shows me he's not just treating me for the sake of getting me hooked, but really for making me feel better. I appreciate their positive attitude and the one visit is enough to keep me coming back and hopefully keep improving! I do wish they offered packages - this would make it more financially manageable and would honestly make me more likely to continue coming in every once in a while even if my pain is completely gone, but that is a suggestion I made in person so hopefully it's something they consider in the future! Give them a shot whether you are already a believer in this kind of treatment OR if you feel you've exhausted other options. I am truly glad I did!

Glad to find dr.Leung. Started going there since October and I already feel a lot of improvements…read more I suffer from Fibromyalgia/CPS, migraine, arthritis, digestive issues. I've a lot to go but I feel it's going to the right direction. He is also very informative and I appreciate how he explains all the things he's doing in a way that I could understand. Highly recommended.

Totally lucked out finding this acupuncturist. I've been seeing Daniel Choi for several months…read morenow. During your initial visit he will ask about your reasons for acupuncture and your health. At each visit he asks about my latest health updates and any issues I'm having. He'll adjust where he pokes me with the needles based on this. He accepts insurance. Even though my insurance does not cover acupuncture I find him reasonably priced and he offers a discount if you buy a package. The office is overall very nice. It's well kept and clean.

Been having neck, wrist, back and hip pain while wfh (consequences of office job wfh) & pain meds…read moreonly worked temporarily. Had other acupuncture done before but it didn't resolve. Dr. Choi assessed me, asking strange questions and then had acupuncture done couple of days. It's been a couple of weeks and the pain hasn't returned. His also gave me like a deep tissue massage to help relax my muscles. And my next step is herbal medicine to complement his acupuncture therapy. I'm so impressed that I'll be back for other issues. His considerate and his office is clean (see pics). I suggest calling ahead for initial assessment. His really honest about what he can help you with or not.