Nhu is the literal best! I feel so lucky to have found her practice. She is a skilled, compassionate, and responsive acupuncturist. I first came to see her in 2020 for a chronic pain issue that has since healed and have kept coming back regularly more than 5 years later. The atmosphere is clean, friendly, and comfortable, and she is very mindful of masking and keeping everyone safe and healthy. If you're looking for an acupuncturist in Oakland, look no further. read more

I am very, very happy to find Mizu Acupuncture! I've been taking Nhu's treatment for about 3 months, and my pain and stiffness in my shoulder, neck, and legs got much better. I had always felt the left side of my body tighter than the right side. I tried PT and it was helpful, too, but for me, acupuncture seemed to have been more helpful. I had poor circulation and other minor issues, but all of them are improving and I feel much healthier. (Even my allergies got better, believe or not!) Each time, Nhu asks you and find your body's needs and carefully treat your body. Nhu is not only an amazing acupuncturist but also such a wonderful person. Her friendly personality, positive energy and natural enthusiasm make me smile, and I feel like going to her office is a happy hour for my body & mind. Her office is nice and cozy with a warm relaxing feeling. I never knew there's such a peaceful place in the middle of Piedmont Ave. I highly recommend Mizu Acupuncture & Wellness! read more

Nhu is an amazing acupuncturist. Her needles/needling style is painless. She's incredibly skillful and knowledgable. She has good advice for herbal treatments and alternative strategies for healing. She's accommodating, easy going, and fun to talk to. Nhu has treated me for chronic joint pain in my knees, joint pain in my jaw, and to balance out my hormonal fluctuations. I was having several symptoms related to perimenopause (full body joint pain, increase in brain instability due to hormonal fluctuations) and since I've been seeing her most of my symptoms are gone. My knee pain still comes and goes but that's been lifelong so I don't have high hopes there, all my other joint pain is gone. Her booking platform is incredibly simple and easy to use for scheduling (mentioned by another person) read more

I've been going to Mizu acupuncture and wellness for about a year now and Nhu's care and knowledge is unbeatable. I always see her when I'm in the Bay and leave with an amazing experience. Booking is super easy and simple. Would recommend if you're looking for acupuncture in the Bay. read more

I forgot to add earlier, Nhu uses a great platform for her client portal that makes rescheduling/ canceling and scheduling out in advance very simple. read more

I recently started seeing Nhu after my insurance *finally* started covering acupuncture. After having gone to community acupuncture for years, I was excited and nervous. What would it be like to have this much attention on just me?? Nhu is an absolute dream. She knows her stuff, all while being easy to talk to. The intake was so thoughtful and thorough. She's incredibly skilled in creating an open, friendly vibe. I felt comfortable communicating what I needed around wellness, down to specific details. Now I started during COVID, so we did the conversational part over the phone, and I only came in person for my needles. Since then, every appointment has been so smooth and lovely. Nhu is gentle in her application and always takes the time to answer questions when I have them. I already notice the difference in both my physical and emotional wellness (I'll spare you from the laundry list of issues I attend acupuncture for) after just a month. It's just what I needed, especially during this time. A special COVID note: A+ when it comes to safety protocols. Nhu sends a health survey in advance of every appointment, greets you at the door to let you in (no waiting area), takes your temperature, and guides you toward a specific room that's ready for you. Hand sanitizer available, and Nhu definitely keeps her distance when she's not doing the actual acpuncture. +++ for a woman of color (from the Bay, to boot!) owned business. So happy to patron Mizu Acupuncture and Wellness. Pro tip: add an extra few minutes to your travel time for parking. read more

Nhu is a very experienced and kind acupuncturist. Her office is impeccable and clean, and she takes the time to listen carefully. I've been seeing her for a few months now, and the treatments leave me feeling so great and relaxed. I highly recommend Nhu for your acupuncture needs. I hope to continue to see her for many years to come. read more

Nhu has been so supportive and helpful in my health journey. Dealing with chronic pain and fatigue and plenty of other symptoms from long COVID along with other systemic and autoimmune issues has been such a struggle, and Nhu has helped me manage them and helped me stay functional for nearly a year of weekly support. Every session we talk about what's happening currently, she listens carefully and places needles where I need them the most. I can't recommend her enough to people seeking balancing, enlivening and healing care. Acupuncture sessions with Nhu are at the top of my self care list. I trust her immensely and am so grateful to be in her care. read more

Nhu has created a warm, healing environment. When I leave each treatment, I feel relaxed and happy. She is a kind soul and a gifted healer. Highly recommend. read more

Nhu is amazing. I've been working with her for about half a year and she has helped me work through health challenges that I struggled to resolve via traditional healthcare. I highly recommend working with Nhu. She's a really kind person, great communicator, and skilled practitioner. read more

Nhu and her needles (also a good band name) has relieved the variety of physical and mental ailments that plague my bad-ass graduate student lifestyle. This is how I wreck myself: 1) Sit in front of a computer for 12 hours a day, 2) Engage in minimal physical exercise (see point 1), 3) Enjoy eating and drinking delicious, fatty, rich foods, 4) Continue in graduate school. This is how Nhu checks myself: 1) Reduces neck and shoulder pain and increases fluidity of motion, 2) Clears foggy brain from staring at a computer, 3) Revitalizes my energy levels, and 4) LISTENS with the intent to hear and help so she can develop a program so that all systems are working with each other and in the best way possible. I'm trying to get her to write my dissertation for me too....still working on it... I started going to acupuncture since I was a bitty little thing so I'm comfortable with it. Even so, there is always some anxiety that comes with receiving any kind of treatment. Nhu took the time to explain what she was doing which I find helpful for helping me understand my body better and making the treatment process transparent and accessible. Acupuncture is not a pill nor is it a one time, quick fix band-aid. As the other reviews here attest, it takes a series of sessions to not only reduce the pain but to address the other things that got out of whack as a result of the pain. Your body is not a grab bag but many many systems of interrelated parts. Acupuncture addresses those interrelated systems and Nhu is the person you should see if you want to reduce pain and improve your overall health. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Nhu. I have suffered with chronic migraines and headaches over the past 20 years that eventually got to a point of daily headaches. Since seeing Nhu my headaches are gone and she has been devoted to ridding me of the migraines too. I was nervous about the needles, but now I absolutely love it and find that it feels better and more relaxing than a massage. It is amazing what the human body can do! Nhu is kind, gentle, patient, and a really nice person. I highly recommend her. read more

I have been seeing Nhu since May 2018. Prior to seeing her, I was having difficulty sleeping,headaches, suffering from back and carpal tunnel. Since receiving ongoing treatment, I sleep throughout the night!! My headaches are gone, and my carpal tunnel is minimal!! I am so amazed how this has greatly helped me. Nhu is very knowledgeable, caring, and clearly loves doing her job. She always sits and ask how I am doing and approaches treatment in a holistic way.. read more

This is mostly for Nhu but I'll start off general. Montclair is super clean and seems very warm. They have water for you and very comfy couches while you wait. People poo-poo acupuncture because they don't understand it. They say, "It's just a placebo effect." I say, "Poo-poo on you! It has worked for generations!" Seriously though, you can fool yourself into thinking that anything works/doesn't work. If I take an Advil but convince myself the only thing that will work is Excedrin, then that Advil isn't going to work. DUH. Anyway, back to the awesomeness of Nhu. Nhu's first appointment is two hours long with you. Now I know that sounds overkill, but trust me, it isn't. In my humble opinion, health care practitioners should get to know and understand a person before they start treating them. Nhu does just that in the two hours. She models active listening and demonstrates no judgment at all. She wants to get to the bottom of what is causing your symptoms, which is exactly what I think all health care practitioners, Western and Traditional, should do. I have had acupuncture done for a variety of reasons with an equal number of practitioners and Nhu is definitely the best. Her touch is perfect and the way she tends to you and lets you relax is awesome. I wish I could see her everyday honestly but alas, I actually have to work and do other adult responsible things all the time. TL;DR If you need acupuncture or even have a inkling to try out acupuncture, go see Nhu!!! read more

This review is long overdue. When I moved back to the bay area I was in dire need of an acupuncture treatment. I just had my first baby and was suffering from postpartum depression and anxiety as well as just being super tired and downright exhausted ALL THE TIME! I know how absolutely amazing and healing acupuncture can be but I also know it all depends on the practitioner. I figured it would take some time for me to find a good one near my new home so I was willing to try a couple acupuncturists out before I found the right one. Nhu was the first one I went to and she was just what I needed. Calm, nurturing, understanding, and talented at her craft. That was it! No need to try another acupuncturist. Each session I had with her left me feeling better and better. She would ask me a few questions, stick some needles in, and then leave me alone to drift away into la la land. During the acupuncture portion I was able to relax and just let go. The great feeling would last for days and soon my mood was more positive in general, I had more energy, and I was able to enjoy those early days with my baby. I am very grateful I found Nhu. I will continue to see her as long as she stays in practice. read more

I am new to acupuncture but started coming to Montclair because of the reviews and it was covered by my insurance. Nhu is amazing. I was always a bit nervous about acupuncture but she helped ease my fears, and does amazing work to relieve my pain. I came in my neck and shoulder pain and it is almost completely gone. I have been going to her almost weekly for about a month now and leave every time feeling so relaxed. I went from fearing acupuncture to looking forward to it! Thank you Nhu! read more

I needed help with my back pain - I have arthritic discs - and this treatment was very beneficial. I've gone back for more. The practitioner is responsive and knowledgable. She takes good inventory of the situation before doing her work. I was never a big fan of acupuncture, but my MD recommended it, and I tried it, and I'm happy I did. My back pain has for the most part dissipated, and I am returning to my regular activities, like jogging. read more

I came to see Nhu to finally take care of the chronic neck and shoulder pain I get from sitting at my computer all.day.long. Stiff, tight, tense, overworked pretty much sums it up. I've tried chiropractic, massage, and now acupuncture. Though I love chiropractic and massage, I feel like acupuncture was the missing link to my life!!! I am soooo glad I found Nhu. On top of what I really came in for, she really went into depth about other aspects of my life that could be attributing to my chronic pain and addressed those issues too. I love that she took the time with me to explain how acupuncture works and how gentle and calming her bedside manner was. After my treatment I felt like a ton of bricks lifted off my shoulders and couldn't be happier and healthier if it wasn't for Nhu. I continue to see her for general maintenance to stay on top of things and to stay balanced and now pain free! read more

I have been having acupuncture treatment from nhu for a year or so and I would recommend her highly to anyone looking for an experienced practitioner. she has excellent diagnostic skills and her treatment is direct and effective. she is also very down to earth and a kind person. book with confidence. read more

This is my first post because I had such a great experience and I had to share. Nhu is the best! She makes you feel incredibly comfortable and relaxed. I came to see Nhu when I had really bad sciatica and though I don't love needles, I didn't realize how afraid of them I was. She was very patient and reassuring and made me feel at ease. I'm working with her through my sciatica and am feeling so much better! read more

nhu is the BEST. as a certified massage therapist, im very picky about my bodywork, and i couldnt say enough good things about nhu. she was my introduction to acupuncture years ago and i really appreciated how she talked me through it and explained things and was so gentle with her touch. i highly recommend her for newbies! she is thorough, intuitive, nurturing, calming, and can handle a huge variety of ailments. i have gone in complaining about everything from joint issues, swelling and arthritis, shoulder (rotator cuff) and wrist pain, muscle tightness, to fatigue, PMS and pregnancy discomfort--she can tackle it all! it takes a commitment to the work, but its such an important part of your wellness routine--for pain management but more importantly, general health maintenance. never have needles been so nice. read more

I started seeing Nhu years ago, when she was in acupuncture school in Berkeley. I saw a lot of different students there, but Nhu was so attentive and responsive that I've stuck with her and followed her to her new independent practice. I've seen her for a variety of things over the years, but was really won over when I returned from several months in Asia super sick. She was so thorough and thoughtful, and was able to help me get my health back on track. She's also got a super gentle touch! Definitely recommend her! read more

I had been looking for the right acupuncturist for some time now when a friend recommended Nhu as the one to see. I have been experiencing this sharp pain on my left leg which prevented me from being able to run for months. I was a skeptic about whether acupuncture would help but decided to try it out. Immediately upon entering the room Nhu's calm demeanor put me at ease. She exudes a nurturing energy that both calmed me and gave me confidence in my decision for acupuncture. Behind her warm energy she's very knowledgeable and skilled and this was apparent throughout the procedure. She asked detailed questions regarding my condition and addressed each issue with a holistic approach that made sense to me. She explained every step of the process and would often come check on me to make sure I was feeling comfortable. She has a soft touch and to my surprise there was no pain or discomfort from the needles. I left the clinic feeling relaxed and jello-y which was an unexpected surprise. In just a few treatments she was able to alleviate my pain and I was able to run again. I definitely plan to go back to Nhu for any future acupuncture and can highly recommend her without reservation. read more

Going to see Nhu will not only help physically but emotionally as well. Nhu's energy is so calm and loving that I was at complete peace when she treated me. I strongly recommend going to see Nhu for excellent treatments. read more

I went for a treatment recently and Nhu was fantastic. I'm relatively new to the world of eastern medicine and she made me feel at absolute ease. I left the session feeling remarkably better and will definitely return - in fact, I've set up bi-weekly sessions going forward. I highly recommend Nhu to anyone looking for an Acupuncturist or for someone looking for an alternative to their current treatment. read more