I discovered Michelle Graves last year. She was close to my office at the time and she was covered by my insurance. From the very beginning Michelle was a dream to work with. She was easy to schedule appointments with and after each appointment I left feeling either relaxed and/or energized. Michelle is genuine and genuinely cares about each of her clients. She was incredibly thorough with our very first appointment and each follow-up appointment she was fantastic about checking in with me in regards to my overall health. I am no longer close to Michelle's office and my insurance has changed - but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her - if anyone is looking for more balance in their lives - especially hormone balance. She's a great listener, is extremely skilled at what she does - and above all - she is invested in making a difference in each of her clients' lives. She's full of integrity and goodness and you can feel it in her knowing touch. Trust. read more

Michelle has treated me off and on for years - for a myriad of issues and all with success. She is incredibly sensitive to my needs and offers exceptional treatment. Michelle is kind, knowledgeable and one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. And she LISTENS. I cannot begin to tell you about all the benefits of acupuncture. You just have to trust me and try it for yourself. I wish my insurance plan still covered my treatment. It's crazy how western medicine still doesn't fully recognize the value of acupuncture. Or maybe it's just that they would rather you just took a bunch of prescribed medications? But I digress. Whether you have a specific ailment or just want to sleep better, feel more calm & centered or less anxious in general - who doesn't these days? Please do yourself a favor and make an appointment. read more

Honestly, Michelle is one of the best people I have ever met. She deserves 10 stars really. I have been seeing her for about 3 months now and every single time I visit, I am at peace. She is truly a healer, a great listener and very comfortable to be around. I feel comfortable telling her things I probably wouldn't tell my closest girlfriends - she's that great. Sooo, I think the secret's out about Michelle since she's one busy lady and with all the great work she's doing, I wouldn't doubt it if she became famous one of these days. If you need help destressing and want balance in your life, get in to see her. Just trust me on this - They don't call me Elite for nothing! read more

Michelle is an incredible partner and healer to work with to support your health and wellbeing. I've been working with Michelle for two years on a variety of health issues and she has become my trusted advisor and friend. I've continued to see her once she was able to re-open during Covid and feel 100% safe based on the measures she's implemented in her practice. She is always present, warm, and a great listener. I look forward to seeing her knowing I will leave feeling so much better and really taken care of. She also never tries to "upsell" me on anything unlike other practitioners I've seen. I believe she has my best interest in mind which is so important. I highly recommended Michelle...you won't be disappointed! read more

I come from a family of Doctors. My dad is a doctor. His brothers are doctors. My grandfather was a doctor. His father was a doctor. His fathers father was a doctor. My mother was a nurse. Her sister is a nurse. My mothers father was a doctor. My little brother is in medical school to become a doctor. The list continues on... they are all inspiring and passionate about helping others through Western Medicine. I grew up a Kaiser kid (thank you dad!) and was lucky to have good health. Regular check-ins, shots, and appointments, I feel blessed to have had the resources to be and stay healthy. After moving to San Francisco, I was the age where I was no longer under my parents benefits and to pay for my own healthcare (tear). With so many health options I began to explore the Eastern side of things. Chinese medicine, acupuncture needles, and strange-smelling herbs are completely unlike the medicine that I grew up experiencing. But I was curious to try it and see for myself if it really did live up to it's reputation as being "life changing". I started acupuncture treatments hoping for help with hormone balance, a nagging yoga hamstring injury, relaxation, and general wellbeing. Through the process I developed an incredibly beneficial and nurturing relationship with my acupuncturist, Michelle Graves. She always has my best interest at heart when treating me and over the course of our work together, she's provided me various resources and made recommendations for teas, books, supplements, and a myriad of natural health related products, some of which I've adopted into my daily routine. I have found acupuncture to offer a more holistic and preventative perspective to health care. It's medicine and lifestyle treatment that really does have powerful, potent results. Michelle has been able to powerfully help me with almost any ache, pain, or problem. Its true: Acupuncture can relieve pain conditions, headaches, digestive issues, fertility problems, insomnia, and more. More acute conditions (like a pulled muscle) might only need a few treatments, but more serious conditions might require one - two treatments a week for several months, plus maintenance treatments. Because acupuncture is natural medicine, it takes longer. If you can couple your acupuncture treatments with an effective herbal formula or supplement regimen, it will be much faster. For example, I got great relief from my overstretched yoga hamstring injury from bi-weekly treatments over 6 months that targeted ligament healing. I went through several acupuncturists before finding my perfect fit with Michelle. Her downtown location is easy to get to (right off the 1 California bus line - WOO!) and her online scheduling makes booking simple and fast. Her treatment rooms are soothing and warm, it makes receiving acupuncture feel like a mini-vacation. You didnt know going to the doctor could feel so good did you? Yea me neither! Ive found healing and powerful health change through working with Michelle. She has a real gift and has been a huge blessing in my life. Im SO grateful for her and am a patient for life now :) Now that I know more about Chinese medicine and have seen it successfully work with me and my friends, I'm a huge fan. It's a gentle, holistic, and effective approach to healthcare. And that's not saying there's something wrong with Western medicine - I think the best healthcare includes BOTH holistic and Western treatments. Theres a time and a place for everything, and Id like to continue to work with both my doctor and Michelle my acupuncturist in living a healthy, happy life. read more

Read the reviews. Enough can not be said about how great Michelle is. I was lucky enough to get a high coveted back-to-back appointment with Michelle following my initial with Dr.Schick. So, my muscles were warmed up and the session with Michelle was the icing on the cake. Such a warm and wonderful care provider. I really believe some people are chosen to pursue certain paths. Michelle is MADE for acupuncture. She has such a gentle touch and a calming personality. I was so relaxed and warmed by the heat lamps that I was able to melt away and take a refreshing nap. She also compounded a herbal supplement for a slight digestive issue. I look forward to more session in the future. . . read more

I've been writing this review in my head for so long, but I need to finally share how amazing Michelle is. Time and again, I heard about Michelle from GGMG (local mothers' group). People said she was an absolute magician for everything from chronic pain to insomnia to fertility issues. I've had chronic back pain for well over a decade and have tried lots of things. Surgery wouldn't fix the disk issues I've got, but acupuncture with Michelle has made a huge and measurable change for me. The pain I have is markedly decreased already and has become more of a petty annoyance rather than an overarching theme in my day. Michelle is generous and kind, a great listener, so intuitive, and just an incredible practitioner of Eastern medicine. She looks you straight in the eye and really hears you. She does cupping as well as needles to strengthen my back and never makes me feel rushed in the slightest. I always leave feeling uplifted and buoyed by my sessions with her. Michelle is the kind of person you wish you could be friends with outside of her office--genuine, warm, and interested in and protective of other people. Michelle even accepts insurance and submits claims to your insurer. That is virtually unheard of in the field of acupuncture (from what I understand) and so impressive. I'm so grateful to have found Michelle and her magical healing powers! read more

Michelle truly is a healer. I was in a serious bike accident a few years back and as a result, found myself in constant pain. I'd tried physical therapy. I'd tried chiropractic work. I'd tried massage and while they all helped, the pain persisted. I'd never done acupuncture or cupping before, but a friend recommended it after seeing the depressed state I was in. I literally dreaded getting up every day because I knew I was going to spend the next 12-18 hrs thinking about how the pain in my back was never going away. Enter Michelle. Her calm and welcoming spirit made me feel at ease as soon as we said hello. She explained her philosophy, how acupuncture worked and helped me set up a treatment plan. After just one session, my back felt slightly better for the first time since the accident. So, I continued seeing her and slowly but surely, the pain disappeared. As the months went on, we also added cupping to my sessions (for no extra charge), which I highly recommend. Just be warned, the cup marks stay on your back for a number of days, so don't go cupping before prom ;) Anyway, I'm now a little over a year and a half removed from my accident and am proud to say I'm pain free! The only downside is that I no longer get to see Michelle. Seriously, seeing her will be a highlight of your week. So, if you're considering acupuncture or any of the services she offers, stop looking around. You've found your answer and she's at 30 Hotaling Place. read more

I received acupuncture from Michelle throughout entire pregnancy, which went super smoothly thanks in part to her care! She's very warm, supportive, and knowledgeable about pregnancy in particular. Highly recommend. read more

If it wasn't for Michelle and the fact she accepts insurance I'd be using voice software to type at work and wouldn't be on the computer now. I have a combination of carpal tunnel and tendonitis in both wrists and when I lived in Thousand Oaks there was no acupuncturists for many trafficky miles (hence the voice software). When I moved here I was going to the ACTCM Ear Clinic, which was in the building I worked in but when I got a new job, I had to find another acupuncturist, as the Clinic is only open limited hours M and W. According to my new health insurance's website, two acupuncturists took my insurance, Michelle being one. The other guy only worked 9-5, M-F but Michelle worked evenings (and had excellent Yelps) so that was the deciding factor. Which all worked out in my favor. Michelle is so personable, so incredibly nice and really great at figuring out what your body needs. I'm always curious as to the reasons behind certain needle locations and she patiently answers all my questions. Also, she doesn't push herbs on you but if it seems like something will really help she'll recommend it. She uses two different rooms and each is decorated very Zen and she always makes sure there's relaxing music on for the 20 minutes or so the needles are in. I really look forward to my bi-monthly tune-ups with her. She's cut back on hours recently, so getting an appointment with her is more challenging but it's totally worth the effort and wait. Additionally, the support staff at Conscious Chiropractic and Acupuncture is amazing! I'm always greeted with a smile, and never feel rushed or like I'm bothering them. You get a reminder call the day before your appointment by one of the very nice receptionists, which is super helpful and a nice touch. read more

I have been seeing Michelle on-and-off for more than ten years now. She has been one of the most beneficial health practioners I have been seen by, including MD's. An appointment with Michelle can help with so many medical and mental issues. I always feel better when I am walking out of her office than I did coming in. Michelle was trained in both eastern an western medicine as an L.Ac and an RN, so she is able to understand, and clearly explain the answers to all of my questions. read more

I have been coming to Michelle for acupuncture during my third trimester for relief from lower back and hip pain and relaxation. She is kind, soft-spoken, and creates an extremely calm environment to de-stress in. I never feel rushed and I always leave feeling rejuvenated. Conveniently located in Jackson Square, I always book 8am appointments during the week and enjoy the short walk to work downtown afterword. The best part is she accepts blue shield PPO insurance so my visits cost just a small $25 copay, which is hard to find for acupuncture. read more

I was at a party and a girlfriend and I started discussing our acupuncturists. We were determined that each of us had the best practitioner, and that the other simply MUST make an appointment and compare...it actually even got a little heated (in the most positive way, of course)...when finally, it came to light that we were both speaking on behalf of the lovely Michelle. Michelle is, simply put, amazing. She is a natural healer - and she's not all "wah-way-wee-wah" - she has a medical background from a western university, and experience in China, a great balance between the East and West. And she's sooooooo nice! If I could, I'd ask my insurance to pay her twice - once for the acupuncture and once for the counseling session! It's like the best gab with a girlfriend you could imagine...and she's so calm! In between my tedious work hours, an hour spent with needles in my back in Michelle's office brings light into my day. Coworkers can tell when I've been because of the complete relaxation I emanate after an appointment. I shudder at the prospect that good yelp reviews might make it more difficult to get an appointment with her, but Michelle deserves accolades for the work she does. Book an appointment - but be sure to let her know that Jessicah gets first dibs! ;-) read more

If talented, smart and kind are on your list of requirements in an acupuncturist, look no further than Michelle. I had been to acupuncture previously, but only after visiting Michelle did my expectations change. I always leave feeling refreshed and calm. Plus, you can tell that she truly cares about your well-being and provides informed yet reasonable recommendations. read more

Two years ago, I was a mess of allergies. Year round, I depended on prescription meds and a nasal inhaler to keep them kind of in check, and once a year, I would have a shot. None of this was fun, and I still felt like crap most of the time. Two years ago, I started to see Michelle. A few months after I started seeing her for regular treatments (I think when I started I went every two weeks), I was completely off allergy medicine. And, I wasn't getting sick even close to as often as I used to. Very few colds, no flu...what a change! Michelle is an excellent practitioner, and also doesn't get preachy in any way about eastern medicine. Her holistic approach has served me very well, even helping me get through some very tough times by managing my stress via acupuncture. And, she is just a kick-ass person! My chi, my overall health, and my nose - which no longer runs nonstop - all thank her. read more

Just got back from my first acupuncture visit ever. Michelle was amazing, she assessed all my needs and made my visit pleasant and enjoyable. I left feeling extremely relaxed and ready for my next visit in two weeks. They take Blue Shield of California. The office is in FiDi and is very nice inside. All staff greeted you right away, were helpful and nice. It felt more of a Spa than a Dr. Office. I would recommend seeing Michelle as a great add on to your overall well-being and health. Seriously, so relaxed right now. read more

I was in a bad accident involving a San Francisco cable car and a US mail truck. Being crunched between two vehicles, twisted around and smashed into a window by both local and federal government is a tiring, painful experience, let me tell you. But Michelle patched me right up, in both mind and body. She is a compassionate professional who cares, listens, treats. I would show up in her office weekly, and I'd be all high0strung from work and Michelle would help me relax before starting treatment, which in my opinion was instrumental to my being receptive to the treatment. I learned a lot about pain management and relaxation from the experience of working with Michelle and have recommended her, without hesitation, to many people. None have been disappointed. You won't be either. read more

Bring on the needles! I went through a period of insomnia and stress a while back and looking to explore alternative medicine rather than sleeping pills I decided to try acupuncture. Now let me preface by saying I have an innate fear of needles but my insomnia was so frustrating that I decided to suck it up and get over it. And over it I am. Michelle is awesome. I can not say enough about how much I enjoy my appointments with her. I immediately felt completely at ease and was able to open up about many personal issues. My insomnia is gone now but I still keep going back for wellness maintenance and mostly to chat with someone outside my everyday life. The acupuncture itself feels as though it's re-dispersing my body's energy to give me more balance and they are also a nice mid-day break from work. Her office is very modern and conveniently located in the heart of FiDi. If you're looking for solutions to a health problem or just to do something positive for your own wellness I highly recommend Michelle. read more

I tried an acupuncturist in SF referred by a friend. I decided to give Michelle a shot because she was in-network and at the chiro office I already went to. Michelle turned out to be amazing and even better than my friend's acupuncturist. I don't know if it's because she used Japanese needles but it never hurt when she did it. Michelle also has a great bedside manner. I would say I've never been disappointed in any of my sessions and my muscle spasms finally calmed down after trying a variety of other stuff. The only downside is she's hard to book because she's so good. But she doesn't give you any less attention when she is able to see you (unlike my experience the dentist and his Yelp popularity). I think I've been seeing Michelle on and off for 2-3 years now. I think I got lucky that I found Michelle and Laurie in my 2nd try. And a testament to how good they are is that they see each other for acupuncture. read more

Definitely conscious, unpretentious, skilled, and intuitive. I love Michelle's energy - calm & collected. Her presence alone is transformative, which to me is the mark of a true healer. The needlework is lovely too, and the customized herbal preparations are delicious. Added bonus, she accepts Blue Cross, and all that dreadful paperwork (!) Kudos to you Michelle :) read more

Lay down on table. Needle in head lifts spirits. Go about day. Smile. read more

I just got back from my first appointment with Michelle and I feel great! My neck feels better after getting needles and the suction cups treatment, and I just feel so relaxed after such a comfortable and calming session. I love the ambience of the office, complete with mood lighting, soft relaxing music, and an Asian decor. Michelle is really gentle and easy to talk to. I'm definitely excited about going back next week! read more

I have been seeing Michelle for a few months now. I originally began going to her for general health and continue now for prenatal health. Michelle has great energy and really wants to help. I value the mental support she offers, and talking to her is like talking with a close friend. I didn't know what I wanted to focus on initially, but she asks a lot of questions and helps to guide you. I look forward to every visit and leave her office feeling centered and relaxed. I will continue to see her indefinitely. read more

I love Michelle! My review for her and her practice is many years overdue. She is simply amazing-- I agree with all of the other reviewers. She is a warm, compassionate, understanding, authentic, easy-going and just lovely person. She's a terrific listener and incredibly talented-- I trust her immensely and I just feel relaxed when I see her. It's true-- you always feel better after you've spent time with her. Please read carefully-- It's fantastic that she offers insurance-- this is incredibly important to understand- alot of practioners will not go through the trouble to offer this!!! When you meet with her, you feel her care and attention and there's a kinship that develops-- at least for me. I will always be grateful for her help. She's a rock star! read more

Michelle helped me get my body ready to get pregnant, and now she'll help me through my pregnancy. She's warm, compassionate, thoughtful, and intelligent. I am always happy to see her and feel great when I leave. She also operates an efficient business. Great online booking system. And Kelli, who manages the accounts, is great. The only all-5 Yelp business I've ever seen. And I'm not surprised in the least. read more

Don't even bother calling to make an appointment unless you have Anthem blue Cross insurance. Michelle won't take you as a patient unless you have this insurance. I've never been discriminated based on my insurance. Even when I offered to pay out of pocket at the insurance rate and fill out the paperwork myself, because I know my insurance will cover the service as out-of-network, she wouldn't give me an appointment. Disappointing and unprofessional! read more

I have been a patient of Michelle's for the last two years. She helped me with my fertility struggle, and then during my pregnancy. Not only do I believe her treatments helped my body tremendously, but she was a priceless resource during this time. She often gave me a more thorough reading than my OB in regards to my body as a whole, and was definitely more caring. I had to remind myself numerous times that she is not a therapist because I felt like telling her everything that was going on with me during every visit. She is also part of FABORM which is really important if you are seeking out an acupuncturist to help with fertility. I wish I was not moving so that I could keep seeing her. I am so thankful to have been her patient. read more

As a full time working mother - I have no time for myself except for my time with Michelle. It's soo worth it! My tendonitis has gotten better, my stress has gone down, and I get to relax for an hour! The cherry on top is that Michelle has a super personality and I enjoy catching up with her every time I visit. Michelle has made me a total believer in acupuncture! read more

What a great find! She is down to earth, puts me at ease, a wonderful practitioner and makes accupuncture accessible to a newbie like me. I am so grateful to have found Michelle. In addition to her stellar yelp reviews, she also came highly recommended by 2 coworkers of mine. read more

Michelle is wonderful. I have been going to Michelle for acupuncture treatments for over a year now. At first I started to see her for stress and anxiety, and now I continue go to weekly for better harmony and balance. She really cares about my ongoing health, which I really like. I was going to another acupuncturist before, and I felt like a number and tried to push herbs and other treatments. Michelle, on the other hand, is very personable and wants to make sure that I am happy and healthy. She is very thorough in her analysis and treatments. She is fun to talk to and a load of laughs. Michelle is very gentle in her needling and makes me feel very comfortable. I would highly recommend Michelle. read more

Michelle Graves is truly an amazing person and the best healer that I have ever had. She is a true practitioner of holistic medicine and has a lot of knowledge of both eastern and western medicine and always suggests the best alternative including suggestions on diet and nutrition. She has this amazing quality of being both very professional and very personable so it is very easy to discuss all of the symptoms in a frank and easy manner. And finally she is just one very very wonderful person. Thank you Michelle. read more

I had serious neck pain from whiplash sustained during a horseback riding accident, and after many months of the pain (and limited range of neck motion) persisting and really messing with my quality of life, I decided to try acupuncture as a "can't hurt" option, since my insurance covered it. After one treatment with Michelle, literally on my walk back to the office from the appointment, I noticed a skywriter and without thinking I looked up--almost without pain!!! I could tilt my head up for the first time since the injury many months earlier. I am a born skeptic, so I was incredulous at the results. I continued treatment with continued improvement after every session, until I was pain free. She is a gifted practitioner, and also a really cool person. We in San Francisco are lucky to have her. read more

One word....LOVE! Michelle is simply amazing. I have been seeing her for almost a year now and can't imagine my life without her. She not only listened to what my needs were but she took care of them as well. I initially went to see her for fertility, which she helped with (smiles!), and to get ride of my migranes - which she did. I referred a colleague of mine to her for help with fertility and her story with Michelle is also a success (more smiles!). I read so many positive reviews on here about her and wow are they all right. I am happy she accepts my insurance but I would pay 100% out-of-pocket if she didn't. Thanks Michelle for everything, you are amazing! read more

Good service so far. Decide to stop service because I miss 2 appointment because of school and know I'm being. Charge for full service. Great person to bad it feels like her receptionist it looking at it at a 1 time fee visit. So I got charged $85 for a miss appointment that in the long run it cost them thousands of dollars. read more

Michelle has FINALLY opened her own practice!!! Her new place is so warm and welcoming and the location (Jackson Square area) for me is awesome...I find the parking to be far more convenient than the place she worked before. She is still amazing and hands down one of the best acupuncturists/herbalists in the Bay Area. read more

I found my initial consultation with Michelle to be more comprehensive and engaging than any visits with a licensed acupuncturist I've had in the past. She has done an excellent job finding the trigger points associated with key muscles and joints, and has increased circulation and flow throughout. The process, treatment and service is top notch! read more

Michelle is the best! I have gone to other practitioners, but I won't go anywhere else now. I initially went to her for a bulging disc in my neck and she helped so much I keep going back for any other ailments that come up. She fixes me right up. Besides the needle treatments she offers advice, assistance and referrals about other types of treatments (ie, western med.). Michelle is smart, effective, super helpful and very very funny...a really warm and genuine person. You can't help but like her. I have referred two friends to her and they came back raving about her! Check her out! read more

Before Michelle, I was messed up. Now I feel good. I even forgive her for telling me to consume more watermelons and barley soup. Vile, nasty food, I will never eat you. read more

Michelle and accupuncture have changed my life. I have a severe phobia of needles and it took me a long time to even call and make an appointment but boy am I glad I did! I've been going to see Michelle for about 4 months now- initially to work on some short term anxiety and pain I was experiencing from frequent travel and to work long term on my allergies. Our first session was fantastic- we talked for a long time about my history and why I was coming to accupuncture, what I was expecting to get out of it, etc. And then the needles began- we started slow with only a few so as not to increase my massive phobia and I have to say it was the most relaxing hour of my life, even more so than any massage I have ever gotten. I walked out of the office that day feeling like a new person, a renewed sense of calm and with little to no pain in my neck and back. I've been going back every other week and it has truly changed my life. I've been begging my husband to go and try it out and he's made it in to see Victoria, the chiropractor in the office thus far. I am convinced I will get him to see Michelle. I've recommended her to other friends for a variety of issue- insomnia, pain, fertility, etc. and everyone of them share my glowing reviews. Go to see Michelle- but not too often, I still want my appointments every other week! read more

I could think of no better way than to spend my lunch break than an appt with Michelle Graves. I have been suffering from a pinched nerve and finally decided to try acupuncture. Within 3 visits I was feeling better. I'm now trying to figure out any other ailment I can try to cure with Michelle! Best part, she takes Blue Cross Blue Shield. I have referred her to several friends, and they have all come back thanking me for passing her info along. read more