Whenever people from Waco ask me who I recommend for holistic medicine, alternative healing, and/or acupuncture, I always recommend Kristen at Live Oak. Kristen is professional, punctual, compassionate, and knowledgeable. She is also one of the only acupuncturists in the nation that is trained specifically in dry needling. Kristen is passionate about helping others. She is active in her community and strives to provide patients with an excellent experience. Kristen is also a leader in her field. She is articulate, communicative, and crystal clear. If you are in the Waco area, please check out Dr. Horner-Warren. You will be pleased with your RESULTS! read more

If I could give zero stars I would. I had an appointment scheduled and the same day found out my mother had a massive stroke, was dying on life support, and I had to book a flight that day with my baby out if state to go be with her. I called Live Oak and told them the situation and they still decided to charge me $78 for canceling same day. Talk about having sympathy. Will never be back again. read more

I suffered from debilitating headaches for approximately 10 years. Medicine didn't help and the headaches lasted one to three days. Most months I had two and it was difficult to work. A good friend recommended acupuncturist Kristen Horner Warren and she has been a Godsend! I have quarterly treatments and have not had another headache for at least four years! These treatments have truly been life changing! read more

As a first-time acupuncture patient, I was nervous about my first appointment. However, my nerves quickly faded upon meeting Kristen. She is an excellent listener and makes sure to fully understand your issues before treating them. Kristen's care makes what once felt like annoying medical issues feel easy to tackle, as she gets to the root cause. I originally went in to work on balancing my hormones naturally after having children. With Kristen's assistance, she has cleared up my skin breakouts (hormones/stress), balanced my mood, and helped manage my anxiety. Within 1 month, my body was responding: my face started to look clearer, menstrual cycles and pain decreased dramatically and overall, I started feeling healthier. I have also seen Kristen for vertigo and pressure problems I experience after traveling (we now proactively prepare my body for air travel and jet lag). Her office and treatment rooms offer a relaxing environment. I've been able to take the BEST naps during her treatments! Thank you, Kristen, for your dedication to healing people rather than simply treating them and your continued help in all facets of my health journey. Acupuncture and herbal medicine have transformed my health. Anytime I have a health concern, Kristen is my first phone call. read more

Live Oak Acupuncture is phenomenal! Kristen has been instrumental in getting to the bottom of some critical health issues. I found direct relief, both physically and emotionally. Kristen was patient, proactive and highly informed. She has always been able to promptly assess my health and wellness and address my emotional needs as well. She has been invaluable in my life. I highly recommend Live Oak Acupuncture for both physical and emotional health, as well as overall life coaching. read more

Excellent Clinic and Doctor. I have sent several patients to Dr. Warren and these are some of the email responses the patients have sent me. Since my clinic is in the DFW area, I was very pleased to find a wonderful practitioner that I can refer and trust. Her solid foundation of Eastern AND Western Medicine is important to me and most patients. Her bedside manner and compassion is second to none. Kristen is an absolute godsend in my life. I found her 3 years ago when I was having crippling neck pain, muscle spasms, and could barely turn my head. I'd seen a chiropractor and massage therapist about this issue many times, had been prescribed pain killers and muscle relaxers and never felt any better. I decided to take a chance on acupuncture, and the result after one session was immediate relief. I began coming regularly to stay on top of it, but also because I just really like her and the calming environment she has created. I was skeptical at first and now its something I can't image living without. Words can't even express how grateful I am to Dr. Warren. When I found this place, I was at rock bottom. after a couple months I have never been happier and healthier , spiritually . Physically and emotionally . As a disabled combat veteran I'm happy to use their facility's and to get medical care. Nothing really worked for me until I discovered this place. I would highly recommend Live Oak Acupuncture because I can genuinely say my life has been saved and I have a new take on life! read more

Five stars are truly not enough! As a recipient of Kristen's care for about a year now I can honestly say I am not sure where I would be without her care. I was a 21 year old, busy college student hit hard by a viral infection that left extremely troubling chronic issues behind. (Fatigue, brain fog, vertigo, poor digestion, low immunity, joint pain, anxiety, you name it). While many doctors were left puzzled and gave contradictory reports and prognoses, I came to Kristen as a 'last resort' option desperate for any kind of relief. She assured me that I had come to the right place and was able to break down each problem I was having and address them in a way I was able to easily understand while formulating a thoughtful plan of attack to get me back to normal. I am very thankful to say that one year down the road I am feeling so much better, living and eating more mindfully, and feeling confident that I will continue on in my healing. Kristen's expertise and professionalism are outstanding but her compassion is next level. She works hard and it shows. I have too many great things to say about her, Lee and her practice. If you are struggling-- pay her a visit! My life has been forever marked by the care I have received here. So so grateful! read more

I highly recommend Kristen Horner Warren for wellness consultation and accupuncture. I presented 8 months ago with severe inhalant allergies to ragweed and mountain cedar and began weekly treatments for overall boosting of my immune system. Accupuncture targets keeping your body's energy meridians open so that the body can naturally function at its best. This is the first year of my entire life of living in central Texas that I did not succumb to mountain cedar sickness. Additionally, Kristen supplements treatment with Chinese herbs when deemed appropriate. Her attention to detail, gentle touch and kind bedside manner are impeccable. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Live Oak. I was visiting family in Waco and was suffering from allergies and a sinus infection. I had a headache that had lasted three days. I was desperate for relief and called Live Oak because my Mom loves Dr. Warren. They were able to fit me in and get me on my path to healing. Lee was so kind at the front and Kristen was so kind and had such a gentle touch. So thankful for this kind couple and their wonderful clinic. read more

I have known Kristen for years. My dad has been going to her for over a decade, my husband and I have both used her for different reasons. Our biggest success has been with our son though. He is currently six and a half. When he was eighteen months old, we found out that he had severe food and environmental allergies which induced asthma. For most of his life he has required countless rounds of steroids and antibiotics, very potent daily and rescue inhalers, a nebulizer and countless doctor visits. He has had severe ear and sinus infections. Bronchitis and pneumonia have been a constant struggle. Something as simple as a spring rain could send him into weeks of illness. His immune system was slowly getting a little better with age, but he would still get sick so easily. Summer of 2016, we had a pulmonary test done at his allergy doctor. His lung function at that time was 75%. At the end of November 2016, he had his first round of bronchitis for the season. Between that time and the beginning of February 2017, he had bronchitis five times! We desperately needed a solution to get our boy off of all of those harsh medications. Kristen put together a game plan and we jumped in full force. He takes daily drops and an herbal supplement. Within a week of starting acupuncture, he got bronchitis again. THAT WAS THE LAST TIME!!! We have had times that we had to do extra breathing treatments and Kristen performed some special treatments when we knew he was trying to get sick and he has responded beautifully to it all! Over the summer, we went for his annual allergy doctor visit. They were shocked to find that his lung function is now up to 96%!!! I accredit this huge jump to the months we have spent pushing through the road blocks and sticking with acupuncture! His daily routine looks very different right now. The allergy doctor took him off his harsh (but at one time necessary) inhaler that he was doing twice a day and replaced it with one that is much safer and doesn't contain a steroid and we are only doing it once a day unless he needs an extra dose. He is only using his nebulizer every other night instead of daily. We do saline nose irrigation several times a week. He has continued on the Zyrtek and Singulair that he has been on for years. While we have to be careful to not take any of this for granted, we made it through Spring in Texas without any major problems! He had one ear infection that required an antibiotic at the beginning of summer and that was it! We feel so incredibly blessed to have Kristen Warren on our side and she has had solutions for every problem that has come up! She focuses on personal and individual needs. She never rushes and she truly cares for her patients. The doctor visits and medication costs have been replaced with a healthy lifestyle solution. Kristen's care is an answer to prayer, we are so thankful for her! read more