I'm new to the area, and was pretty bummed to leave a great team of integrative medicine folks in…read morethe SF Bay Area. After 3+decades of pretty intense athletic adventures, I originally called Heather for help with some niggling physical stuff (plantar fasciitis, hamstring tendinitis, a grumpy shoulder) and also some deeper, systemic stuff I was experiencing (which later turned out to be a thyroid and adrenal issue.) I have experience with several different types of Accupuncture- and on our first call Heather let me know that her method might be different from what I was used to. She emphasized that she uses a subtle, systemic rebalancing approach - and that while we would work on my specific issues, it might be a different process than I was used to. The truth is, I've never found two practitioners to be the same, and part of what I find so effective about accupuncture is that each practitioner has a framework that speaks to their own experience and their energy- at best it's a partnership where their methods, training and energy meet my present circumstances and behaviors, and the healing happens somewhere in the middle. That's what I've found here. In my life, accupuncture with heather is an important part of what I'm doing to feel better - in addition to working with a naturopathic doc and doing physio. Bodies take maintenance- we live in them every day- and working with Heather has helped not just the acute physical injuries, but also feels like it's gradually helping restore some of the general sense of wellness I've been lacking. I really love that Heather offers in-home treatment. Facing health challenges is an incredibly vulnerable, emotional process - and I couldn't have a better partner in what is definitely a journey toward feeling like myself again. Heather holds space for not just the physical healing, but also creates a safe container for talking thru - and feeling - the more emotional side of the process. Her vast technical expertise is matched her kindness. I'm grateful to Heather (and Yelp!) for walking with me thru what has been a wildly challenging wellness year.

I've been suffering from lower back pain for years and during a recent flare up where my usual…read moremethods of relieving the pain were unsuccessful, I contacted Heather for a treatment. Overnight my pain was completely gone and now almost a week later following activity filled weekend I' still completely pain-free! NOTHING I have ever tried has relieved my pain so completely and quickly as this past treatment! Heather's office is comfortable and easy to get to with plenty of parking. Overall my experience was "first rate". I'll definitely be returning to her again!

Such a relaxing and warm atmosphere. I love the sounds of nature and the openness of it all. Cosmo…read moreis super informative and makes sure he is tending to your every need. There is no place better in this area, or on this island I would say. I highly recommend Cosmo and his business. Oh, don't forget to ask about his all natural and homemade body oils for nerve pain, rashes, and even custom topicals. Also, his homemade remedies for digestion, mental clarity, and other health concerns. Just a bundle of good things happening here. I know my every need is going to be addressed. I will definitely be back!!

Cosmo is an incredible therapist! I have been going once weekly for a few months know and am…read moreconstantly amazed by the amount of techniques as well as intinuity that they are able to pick up on about my body through relatively minimal contact. I find it a fascinating as well as relaxing and very rewarding services and would highly recommend checking this place out for any future body healing needs you may have!

Best of Hawai'i acupuncture! Professional, compassionate and skillful, and friendly service. I'm a…read morenew patient here & have been going for last few weeks for pain management while I'm in physical therapy for an injury. Big island Acupuncture works wonders!

In my first session Dr. Aaron found the cause of my chronic back pain and was able to improve my…read moreback pain 80% in the first visit. After my second visit I felt better than I had in years. He is easy to reach and his front office staff is so nice and helpful. I highly recommend him.

Incredibly intuitive/psychic. Her level of care is extraordinary. I only…read moreleft 4 stars as I thought the needling was basic, but perhaps I shouldn't second guess what she thought she should do with me as her intuition is really amazing. 4.5 stars?

Cat is the complete package!…read more She is an incredibly talented acupuncturist with a genuine passion for her work. She calls on her wealth of knowledge to find the right treatment for each of her clients, and seeks to address each issue on a mind, body, and spiritual level. The level of care Cat puts into each session is incredible! On top of an excellent acupuncture experience, Cat's warm and welcoming demeanor will make you feel right at home! Her infectious laugh will make you feel comfortable, like you've known her forever! I leave my weekly sessions with Cat feeling refreshed, renewed, and ready to take on the world! Thank you Cat!!

Kim is a gentle and skilled TCM and acupuncturist. She has provided me with excellent care for over…read morea decade. I choose Kim as a way to holistically heal with acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. She creates a peaceful environment for healing and is wonderful alternative to pain management.

I thought Kim was a skilled practitioner and I really loved my first treatment. However,…read morefor the 2nd & 3rd treatments, I had a very different experience. I felt she spent hardly any time with me, didn't read my pulses, put needles in, left then didn't come back for 20-25 mins when she had me turn over and put more needles in, then left again, with no questions of follow-up how I was doing, etc. She did do some short moxibustion treatment for 6 minutes at the end of the treatment. I think she can be a skilled acupuncturist, but for myself, I would prefer to have my practitioners be people who express more care and are more present with the treatment. If she was as consistent in her care for the other treatments as she was for the first one, I would leave a 5-star review. The last treatment was so deficient, that I left feeling pretty bad. I would rather spend my money on practitioners who sincerely work with more care about their patients.

I'm not sure this is the same man who actually treated me, the photo looks a bit different, but…read moreit's the same address as I went for my session. He spoke of his girlfriend so he was not "married with kids" like his profile says (unless a part time dad from a previous marriage) nor is there a "we" practicing there, as his profile says. And he definately does not have 3 other clinics unless they are in his past. His description says "We combine training in Qigong, Craniosacral Therapy, Bodywork, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming in each session. We also offer nutritional therapy coaching and nourishing foods and beverages to take home." none of which happened for me. I did receive an acupuncture treatment ( without even checking my pulse...which I found odd and a bit scarry,) accompanied by lots of time doing muscle testing and Bach flower remedies... which he insisted I take even though I had told him I don't believe in them. He gave me lots of shoulds as far as telling me 90 % of my supplements wont help me, but never explained to me the whys of anything, so I could not understand how to work with the info. Everything he said was supposed to be fallowed in blind faith which just I didn't feel intuitively called to fallow....especially after his belief in Bach Flowers (I belive in the memory of water, just not Bach's interpretations as it does not reflect the plants herbal elemental medicinal qualities, and if it does not ring true on one level it won't ring true on any). As the session wore on I got the distinct feeling I was bothering him and he was quick to ask me to leave. Almost to the point of rolling his eyes as I asked a last couple questions before my time was up. he may be wonderful for somone more new age seeking aura work ( he appeared to be doing lots of that, although I did not notice a difference.) but Ive lots of experience in traditional TCM, and was hoping for more acupuncture with explanation. So it was disappointing. I think for others he may be great. just not my style, I need more participation in my own healing path. If I had been more assertive and articulate about trying to get my needs met better, he may have been able to meet them better, I'm not sure. I do wish him well.

Acupuncture, like most other voodoo (phrase coined by the uneducated white man), is all about the…read morepractitioner. Sometimes you'll hear "acupuncture doesn't work for me" - which really means, "the acupuncturist didn't work for me." If you've had less than stellar experiences, visit Alex at Hawaiian Integrative. Alex is a healer. Being in the man's presence is enough for most - his aura heals too. With needles, however, the healing powers of this shaman are amplified exponentially. Give the man one session, he'll make you a believer. Give him 10, and you'll become an evangelist. There's something really special going on at Hawaiian Integrative.

The care is top Tier!!! Piper is my acupuncturist and my massage therapist is Ta'apai and dear…read moregoodness when I tell you that when I go in I feel like it's the one thing in my life were someone cares for my wellbeing and I feel so heard and treated with the most care and respect ever. I for sure recommend this place to anyone who been in wrecks or have chronic fatigue or illnesses mental disabilities. The best care all in one space they also do chiropractic! Check it out they treat Veterans!!!

Receptionist at window was rude and unprofessional. Very discriminatory and bullying. The massage…read moreand the man that performed the massage was great, but the staff upfront was below any standards by far. Not worth the front office hassle. People, especially veterans, deserved to be treated better. I would not recommend this place to anyone.

Doc Sarah is a FIND. I won't knock traditional medicine -…read morebut I do know, in my experience, it can be limited to medicating the symptoms without really examining the causes, and can feel like a patchwork of specialty folks who don't always see the whole picture. At Hilo Natural, I've found a practitioner with both a breadth and depth of experience in treating the whole human. Doc Sarah combines comprehensive lab work, lifestyle factors, supplements, and has been able to help me make progress with some thyroid and lab issues (and also more physio-related issues foot and shoulder pain) with a combination of nutrient support, medication, and interventions like prolon therapy (really helpful for chronic plantar fasciitis.) Also, she's really, really dang smart - and a compassionate guide thru what has been a difficult entry into my 40s. The office is run as a tight ship - which I realize is unusual for an area in which 'business hours' are often a loose approximation and the general standard of responsiveness and timeliness is WELL below average. Basically, you get San Francisco Bay Area level care, follow-up, and appointment management here - so if you are prone to the generally lackadaisical island approach to things, this may not be a fit. For those accustomed to a 'laid back approach' (read: not respectful of time and about a decade behind in innovation) - this place will come as a bit of a jolt. As someone who values innovation, results, responsiveness- and respects my own time and that of other people - this clinic is perfect as both my go-to for integrative treatment and as my PC doc. These folks won't keep you waiting or offer anything but the latest in education, utmost in professionalism and of-the-moment treatment- so return the favor and be on time, do your homework, and get results.

I usually get my MTHFR supplements from Dr Strongs office but last time her secretary tried to sell…read moreme either expired items or supplements she wrongly ordered. She said the company stopped making the B12 with 5L, so now the only way to get them was biying them separate, which was double the cost. After calling the company ( seeking health) and been told they have never stopped making these 2 supplements in one formula, and that was actually their best seller, I called her office to return the supplements and get my money back. Her secretary hanged up on me when I said she lied to me, and Dr Strong kicked me out of the office by email in response of my request for a refund. Ah, and when I asked the secretary what the 5L part of the supplement was, she rudely answered "Im not a doctor " What kind of customer service is this??

This was my first acupuncture experience. It went well, the staff were polite and very hospitable…read more The office was clean and I felt very comfortable. The acupuncturist answered all of my questions and was extremely helpful. The massage at the end by a staff member was amazing!! So relaxing. I had two needles left in my back that I noticed after I left the office, but overall it was a pleasant experience.

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I had a serious fall and injured my spine. My regular massage therapist unfortunately moved away…read moreso I have been searching for someone who knew how to handle injuries. I looked on Yelp and found A Touch of Heaven. I went to see Sherri the massage therapist. When I came in she took the time to understand my injuries and listened really intently to what it was that I was looking for and needed. She then went about her massage and was able to find all of my pain spots that needed working without me saying anything. She is obviously very skilled and experienced. It was not only a therapeutic massage but it was very relaxing. I had a 90 minute massage and did not get extra flared up the next day as with some therapists that work you too much and then the next day you pay the price! It takes a master therapist to understand the balance. I have definitely found the perfect fit for me and I couldn't be happier!

I've seen Sherry twice for massages. Sherry took the time to listen to my concerns. During the…read moremassage, she checked with me to see if I needed more or less pressure when she was massaging. The first massage was 90 minutes as I was having pain in my upper back. I went back a week later for a 60-minute massage and I felt so much better! I will definitely be going back for regular massages with Sherry!