"I don't treat labs. I treat people."…read more I needed a Dr. House, and I got it. A maverick. A hipster, standard-issue-nor-cal-hippy version of House. Plaid shirt. Burner. Rides a fixie. This guy saved my life. Literally. In the not figurative sense of the word. --If you have CFS/ME, Lyme Disease, a medical mystery or some other condition where you've been seen by a bunch of doctors who haven't really helped you--DO IT. --"Radical Access" is incredible. Dr. B is available by email and very responsive. Test results and appointment notes are often emailed to me, sometimes even on a Saturday. Love being able to make and change appts online. --RE: paying out-of-pocket. Going this route ended up saving money. Dr. Brandeis works quickly and efficiently to arrive at the right diagnosis and the right treatment. Won't order a bunch of unnecessary tests, and you can be sure the ones he *does* want matter. Staying within my fancy PPO insurance plan would have cost 5x as much and I'd likely have little improvement to show for it. Also, being nearly bedridden is expensive. Reducing time bedridden= smart financial move. --Supplements. Sometimes he'll make a suggestion, then emerge with a bottle. I'm always skeptical. But some of them turned out to be more potent than my prescription meds. No joke. To keep this glowing review balanced there *are* a couple areas that fall short: --Referral to specialists. This was huge shortfall and surprising given the level of service Care Practice. On 2 occasions I was advised to consult a specialist, but left with shrugged shoulders in terms of actual referrals and specific providers. Once I started contacting specialists, most of them ( and all the best ones) refuse to interface with patients directly and ONLY work via physician referrals. Trying to negotiate this process as a patient was not effective or efficient, not to mention overwhelming while sick. --Office staff is mixed. All-or-nothing. Either staff who are excellent and SO on their game, to borderline incompetence/negligence. Be well.

I've been without health insurance for almost 6 months and it never posed a problem....until…read moreyesterday. After dealing with several clinics and endless phone calls, I finally found Care Practice. I was pleased to find out that they operate for the many of us without insurance. I walked into the appointment with little knowledge of the place but was pleasantly surprised....they have a Naturopathic Doctor! Andrew is great and I was lucky to have had my appointment with him. Not only did he treat my needs with sincerity, he was also thorough, understanding, and honest. I only needed a basic strep test but was sent home with several remedies that are proving more effective than imagined. This is my first yelp review ever written and I think it is well deserved. I highly recommend Andrew (I have actually already recommended him to my friends) and will be back. Even though I already believe and trust in Naturopathy, it's nice to FINALLY find a Naturopathic doctor in the city that I can believe in.

When I first came to Dr. Rickard, I was caught in a cycle of trying to prove myself to everyone…read morearound me. I never felt good enough, no matter what I achieved. She helped me see how much of that was tied to imposter syndrome and the old habit of living for other people's approval. Through our work, I learned how to slow down, listen to my own voice, and measure my life by my own sense of contentment rather than chasing constant validation. It's not about becoming perfect -- it's about finally feeling comfortable in my own skin. For the first time, I'm living for myself, and that has changed everything.

I cared deeply for Dr.Rickard.I respect the time we had together and I wish her well…read more That being stated,in the months since I terminated therapy with her,I have felt brighter,lighter and more at ease with myself and the world. I am more patient overall,less entrenched in my past traumas and more hopeful about my future. I no longer have to combat urges to argue with strangers online. I am not always stuck in the fight/flight/fawn cycle and I don't cry regularly anymore. I struggle less with agitation,feelings of alienation and suicidal thoughts. Two days after I left the therapeutic relationship,I experienced real self-love for the first time in my life. Although I valued her,leaving that situation behind is likely the healthiest,most self-affirming decision I have ever made.

Bruin is a skilled and gifted practitioner. Before I even got on the table, he helped me to feel…read morecomfortable and at home. He actively listened to what I had to say- not just about my physical state, but also my emotional one. On the table, Bruin rocks. He has incredible touch, a highly intuitive sense and way of working, and holds space beautifully. I've worked with him several times, and instantly when he makes contact my body understands it is both safe a held. It is this kind of space that creates opportunity and opening for deep healing to occur. Bruin clearly has a capacity and aptitude for working with deep levels of stored trauma within the body, as well as facilitating profound relaxation. I would highly recommend him for anyone interested in cranial sacral work.

I had a cranial sacral session with Bruin and I left feeling wonderful. Before we started, he asked…read moreme what was going on for me bodily and he listened with care. I felt safe and welcome to share about my emotional landscape as well as my physical one. Once I was on the table, Bruin's presence was calm and grounding. I have had cranial sacral bodywork from two different practitioners before seeing Bruin, and it's remarkable to me how different each person's approach has been. With Bruin, I felt deeply held and witnessed. When I was first on the table, I felt as though my body were buzzing slightly, like it didn't want to settle down into his hands. But by the end of the session I was deeply relaxed and warm. I felt energetically connected throughout my entire body, and much more fluid through my spine. When I asked Bruin what he'd noticed during our session, I was struck by his insight into the places I hold tension and the ways that I breathe, by how much he was able to find out and notice after doing such subtle movements. I highly recommend Bruin to anyone seeking a space to heal and recharge. You will be in good, caring hands.

I really enjoyed my session with Wendy. The atmosphere was relaxing and I appreciated the warmth of…read morethe heating pad during treatment. I left feeling grounded and connected with a healthier version of myself. I recommend it for anyone with an open mind and desire to heal mind, body, and spirit.

I have been seeing Dr John for many years now. When I first started seeing him I was very sceptic,…read moreI was dealing with an issue my primary wasn't fixing. Three visits later I was amazingly better after dealing with months of pain. I since have continued with preventative care and there have been many issues that he has healed and a couple that he says I can't work on that you need to see a specialist. I appreciate his honesty and I trust him completely.

the care and quality received has been phenomenal... I tell everyone I the help they have…read moreprovided. From knee and back pain to foot issues they have helped with it all.. between the chiropractic care and sports medicine knowledge they are able to resolve our aches and pains! we bring our daughters there too!...