Discovered Liza while researching help on chronic gut issues and ongoing recovery from a host of…read moresports injuries. Wasn't at all familiar with Bowen previously, but have found the time spent with Liza to be nothing but great. She takes time to listen while you answer her questions about your history as well as where you are looking for improvement. She's always kept our early goals in mind during my subsequent sessions and builds from session to session. I've experienced both immediate short-term relief during painful recovery (knee surgery, spine issues, shoulder tear) and longer-term improvement in stress levels and general well-being. Always feel better after my time on the table. She's great. Highly recommended.

I have been a massage therapist and reiki practitioner for years and I am happy to have found Liza…read more She has a calm energy and is very knowledgable in her field. I'm glad that my first Bowen experience was with her and I look forward to that next post-session relaxation. It's a very different relaxed feeling than a massage; for me it was a deeper relaxation- one that was more than just the muscular level. I encourage everyone to try it with an open mind.

They provided wonderfully kind and competent care for my friend during her last illness, and gave a…read moremuch needed respite to her partner. I lived nearby and saw them in my friend's home on a daily basis, so my observations are first hand.

Alofa made a difficult time for our family a little easier, bringing her bright, shining face and…read moregentle, competent demeanor to our home to care for my dying mother. Being eight months pregnant, I just wasn't able to do it all on my own, even though I wanted to. Having Alofa come was like having a member of the family here, as she spoke to my mom and held her hand, I could tell she really cared and so I was able to avoid the guilt of stepping away from my mom's side for a moment. She kept meticulous notes in a journal so I would know what happened while I was gone, and even noted down sweet things my mom had said to her about her love for me. If you want your loved ones in good, caring hands, this is the place to look.

I haven't started my homeopathy treatments yet, so this is just a pre-review based on my first 2…read morehour appointment with Christine. I was so surprised (and delighted) to find out that her intake form listed so many of the random and weird symptoms I deal with all the time (like needing to pee a lot, or perennially cold feet and hands). I've NEVER seen these types of things listed on a doctor's intake form before. It gave me a sense of relief, like I finally found someone who understood the kinds of physical issues I face. Christine took one look at my symptoms form and asked me whether I'd ever gotten tested for diabetes. A few days later my roommate lent me his blood glucose monitor and I tested myself several times over 3 days. Low and behold, my numbers were firmly in the prediabetic range! I looked up diabetes symptoms and found out that needing to pee a lot and constantly being thirsty were both major symptoms! (Plus, of course, fatigue.) I'm going in for the A1C blood test tomorrow with my primary care doctor to get a definitive answer of whether I'm prediabetic. I've had chronic fatigue/energy problems for a decade, and I've gotten my blood tested MANY times by traditional Western medicine doctors (+ several sleep studies done). They've never been able to find anything conclusive, and none of them have ever mentioned diabetes. I am SO impressed that Christine, in one appointment, did a far more comprehensive and effective assessment of my health problems than any of my traditional doctors. I feel like I'm in good hands.

It just gets better. Christine skillfully walked me through the complicated aftermath of surgery…read moreand other medical treatments. She is knowledgeable, resourceful and so very kind. I am so very grateful.

It is hard to write about Dr. Diamond's care without sounding over the top! I have to restrain…read moremyself from using too many !!! and hyperbole! I can recommend him unconditionally and am thrilled that he finally has a Yelp page so I can spread the word. He was one of the most caring, patient, on-it and empathetic people I've encountered in a long time. He gave me concrete tools to help me help myself heal, gave me hope that it would heal fully with time, and acupuncture care that helped jump start my healing. I went to see Dr. Diamond after a foot injury that'd made for a pretty rough year...it just wasn't healing. I wasn't getting the care or assistance I needed from Kaiser, and was in a pretty low spot, physically and mentally. Dr. Diamond took two hours with me, and I left his office not only feeling a bit better physically thanks to my first acupuncture session ever, but also way better emotionally, and armed with a toolbox of stretches, self-care and next steps. I was used to 15 minute visits with rushed doctors. A visit with Dr. Diamond is a bit like going to therapy. You feel like he is there just to do everything he can to make sure you feel better and empowers you to get there. It wasn't just my foot that was treated, but my whole person. He explained my injury to me in a way that was neither condescending nor over my head. His descriptions of how the tiny, fractured Sesamoid bone in the ball of my foot was connected to the rest of my foot, leg, body and brain really made a lot of things I'd been dealing with just click. I also got acupuncture for the first time, and while I was a bit nervous about it, he took such care in explaining and administering it, it was actually so relaxing I almost feel asleep. And, after that one acupuncture session, I had mobility in my foot and ankle that I hadn't had in a year! We set a care plan that included stretches/strengthening and other self care. He also recommended I take advantage of what Kaiser (my insurance and provider system) offers, and get additional acupuncture from them as well as PT. He gave me tips on how to advocate for myself to my podiatrist, chronic pain doctor, and physical therapist. He wasn't trying to "sell" himself as the only route to healing for me, as I've had in the past from some out of network doctors. Rather, he truly cared about helping me get the care I needed from all available sources. Even more, he has been very conscientious about following up on how I am feeling and offering assistance wherever I need it. I've already recommended him to one of my friends, who went and also had a phenomenal experience, and I hope to be able to send his way any other friends who are suffering from an injury. When you meet him you'll immediately be able to tell that he's a great person. And after your appointment you'll also know he's a phenomenal doctor. Last weekend I went for my first hike in over a year - it was nearly flat and only 2 miles, but it felt amazing!!

I saw Dr. Diamond for a foot problem that caused me to be on crutches for 4 months. He was very…read morethorough in doing a detailed history and careful physical exam. He then explained what was causing the problem and spent considerable time providing a plan of action, showing me exactly what he suggested I do (mainly an exercise program) and making sure that I understood what the plan of action was and the reasons for it. He is highly competent in his field and is caring and compassionate. I would recommend him highly, 10 stars or more. I am also a physician (family medicine), so I feel I can judge physicians, and he is the best. Thomas B.

I went to Kaiser Richmond with concerns about pneumonia and heart issues after COVID. Dr. Bodley…read morewas thorough l, I rushed, and compassionate. He explained each step and listened The best of the best.

Liliya first of all is a wonderful conversationalist with a great sense of humor, which makes…read moresomething so daunting like acupuncture seem less intimidating. I went to her for back pain and after a few treatments my back pain was gone and hasn't come back since. She left me with some great tips to prevent future injuries and recommended posture changes to help assist with finding my weight fully supported and distributed properly. Very thankful to have her practice here in Bolinas. Her caring, kind, and professional demeanor all contribute to a great session that leaves you feeling relaxed and also empowered.

Liliya is very thorough and professional with her treatments. I had some back problems in the past,…read morecame for cupping, as well as acupuncture sessions. After few treatments, I felt amazing. Highly recommend Liliya for anyone looking to get quality work done on their body. Thank you!

I'm grateful continuously for the referral a close friend gave to to her therapist - Jeanne De…read moreAlcuaz - 4 years ago. She helped me get perspective and make sense of the people and situations in my life during an extremely turbulent time, where there was no room for me to "fail" (as a parent, employee or friend). She is good with listening, sense-making, strategies to handle rumination and anxiety and she gives very clear, specific, spot on advice that I've successfully applied often enough, over the years, to trust deeply. Friends whom I have, in turn, referred to her say she changed their life.

Dr. Paul Wilson at Kaiser Redwood City gave me Ms. de Alcuaz's card many years ago and I put it in…read morea desk drawer and forgot it. When I began to be depressed over some family issues, I decided to call her. She worked hard with me to stop me from ruminating on my problems and on reframing them. Later, as I got on SSRIs, she has continued to assist me to work on myself. She has a calm and gentle manner and is very skilled. I highly recommend her. She has kids of her own so understands and can help you figure out some things about them. She does not take insurance but will write you a receipt to turn in to your insurance if you ask her.

I had bi lateral TKR 1/30/2018 by dr Velyvis and after $300K for surgery and $25K for a…read moremanipulation in June the only thing I was left with is a permanent handicap sticked! The extension on my knees was L30 and R35 I was in a skiing position. The implants were put in too tight. I recently had revision TKR on both knees and the surgeon said they were horrible. I had 3 doctors say my knees were the worst they had ever seen.

Generally, I don't write ratings unless they really deserve it…read more I researched partial knee replacements and they have to be very precisely installed in order to be successful. The best way to do this is with robotic-assisted surgery and Dr. Velyvis has probably done more of these partial knee replacements than any other doctor in the US - thousands of them. He is also the most qualified to do them, in my opinion, having a degree in biomedical engineering from Harvard as well as his advanced medical qualifications. He did one of my knees three years ago and the other one last year. I waited all this time to give readers a meaningful review and can now walk all day without pain. Dr. Velyvis is also one of the nicest, most caring doctors I have ever met.