I have been seeing Sandra off and on for the last 8 or 9 years. Initially, I went to see her about painful menstrual cramps and severe PMS I was having. Doctors I had been to had wanted to put me on a variety of different medication. Before I went that route, I wanted to see if there was a more holistic treatment that could be applied. Sandra not only provided acupuncture, but she recommended I start taking a Chinese herb formula called Free and Easy Wanderer. The combo worked wonders and allowed the pain and agitation to subside. I highly recommend you see her if you have tough PMS or menstrual cramps. Truly life changing! I still see Sandra from time to time for a "tune up." She is professional, easy going and knows her stuff. I always leave feeling at peace and calm. read more

The best accupuncture ever. I have had so much relief from my pain will keep coming back. Very grateful for Sandra and her amazing work. Very knowledgeable and always a great experience. read more

True professional in every regard. Was referred to Sandra for pain relief due to back pain and sciatic nerve pain. She was able to help make the pain manageable and alleviate the pain. Always looked forward to my appointments. Was a very relaxing atmosphere as well compared to other Accupuncture offices I have been too. Cant thank you enough. read more

My wife and i have been going to see Sandra for many years for our acupuncture needs. She even does cupping! We've even been bringing our little ones for sessions to help with digestion/cholic while there were in nursing age. It works! Sandra is very knowledgeable and compassionate healer i think. The studio is very calming and clean. Highly recommended for your life balancing acupuncture needs. read more

Updating my review, now that I've had such a wonderful experience with Sandra for fertility! She was really patient with me asking endless questions and gave me a ton of support along my journey to and through pregnancy. Sandra is someone who has a tender touch, a kind and welcoming demeanor, and is extremely knowledgeable. I wanted to take the very best supplements to get me baby ready. She gave me great advice. I had supplements to take from pre-conception, through pregnancy and though one full year of breastfeeding. Now I'm getting ready for baby number two and definitely have the feeling of standing on solid ground with Sandra always there to guide me. I've referred several friends and will continue to support this incredible woman who is truly caring and uplifting. Thanks so much Sandra! See you soon! read more

I've been a patient of Sandra's for several years. She's helped me through all sorts of illnesses and injuries. I've had frozen shoulder and severe back pain. After every session, I feel better. She is super knowledgeable and a great listener. She also utilizes a great variety of modalities like cupping, essential oils, KT tape, and laser therapy. read more

anyone who is connected with me on facebook knows the excruciating process i went through to get acupuncture covered by my insurance. hoops upon hoops were jumped, and months were spent getting it worked out. lets face it, western medicine and insurance companies are still a bit behind the times and reluctant to encourage and approve acupuncture as a form of treatment. but where there is a will, there is a heather. i dont back down when I want something. and damnit, i wanted a bunch of tiny needles stuck in my body!!! ...and only pay my $25 copay. --- As an already active client in the jean claude studio, I was given the referral to Sandra by trusted friends. I got the opportunity to speak to her between her appts. and discuss my issues of concern and desire to be treated by someone with experience in those specific areas. i appreciated how approachable, very easy-going, and upfront and honest she was with me. best of all, she accepted Kaiser insurance and was very familiar with how they operated and approved acupuncture treatment. ive been curious of acupuncture for a while and as i began to be at a loss with western medicine's approach, I wanted to give it a go. i kept hearing such great things about it and was beginning to get concerned with all the prescription drugs I suddenly had in my drawer (and werent really solving my issues). well, after 5 sessions im hear to tell you: do it. if you are dealing with muscle pain, migraines, cramps, insomnia...things that are interfering with your life and well being, and you are only getting *temporary relief* with painkillers and other drugs, you really should consider trying this out. its not scary, its not painful...if anything, its extremely relaxing and you may nod off during a session. Sandra's space is warm and inviting, beautifully decorated, and comfortable. as you are being treated she gives you the option to have a heater on you, which I always took up and added to the comfort and relaxation. i recommend coming with headphones and music on your phone or ipod as you sit and let the needles do their magic. one instance i have continued to share about my experience with acupuncture and its legitimacy involved this weird sudden pinched nerve of shooting pain in my upper left back one day. it started early, and continued all through work. thankfully it was a day of one of my appointments. after telling her about it and indicating the exact point of pain (every session I would tell her the areas I needed treatment -- or general "maintenance."), she put a needle directly into that area. as i lay there on the massage table i literally felt the sharp pain become lesser and lesser with each pulse. it was as if the needle and the pinched nerve were having a battle and the needle continued to forced the pain to its knees and finally surrender. i left that session with no more pain in that area...and havent experienced it since. needle-1, stupid pinched nerve-0. ...and so, with 5 weekly sessions, a few needles, and other lifestyle changes recommended to me, I have abandoned the meds I was fearing dependency on...and im back to my old self. i am so thankful for sandra and this ancient form of treatment, and actually amazed at how quickly i found resolution. always keep an open mind! read more

I am so impressed with the benefits from my treatment. I was always intimidated to try acupuncture because of my fear of needles but I became desperate when I started to have severe shoulder pain. I hear people talk about how they tried so many other things and nothing worked until they tried acupuncture so I gave it a shot and I'm so glad I did. Sandra was really knowledgeable and not only did she treat my shoulder accordingly but she gave me tips on how to maintain it at home. She made sure that my pain was at a zero before I stopped going. I did two appointments a week for three weeks and the pain was gone. I do a lot of repetitive because I'm an Esthetician so needless to say it was imperative that I get my shoulder back to normal. The needles did not hurt. It felt like the tiniest little pinch. She also incorporated some cupping to help loosen up a bit more. The location is beautiful and serene. It felt very healing and I have been referring my friends and clients to Sandra ever sense. She was also able to work on my anxiety and stress level while I was there. I felt as though I got the maximum benefits. I'm really grateful for Sandra and this amazing treatment. I highly recommend her to anyone and everyone suffering from any type of body pain, stress or anxiety. read more

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I am a San Diego native, moved out of North County to Downtown and I found Sandra while looking for acupuncture near my apartment. I went to Sandra for back pain and left with less stress, much better sleep and a treasure trove of helpful recommendations from important supplements to wonderful books. As a practitioner, Sandra is knowledgeable, precise and yet extremely warm, approachable, funny and caring. I look forward to every appointment now and my body seems to be in a continuous state of improvement. I will document my acupuncture experiences here so others can get a first-hand idea of what to expect. April 8, 2015 Acupuncture Results: I've been doing acupuncture for over a month now. I've noticed improvements in my back pain, allergies and mental calmness. However, in addition to the acupuncture I've also been doing other helpful non-acupuncture things like exercise, chiropractic adjustments, rolfing and mindfulness. Overall, my body is functioning as well or better than it ever has and I believe acupuncture has been an integral part of the overall improvements. The Acupuncture Experience: Perhaps my favorite part of acupuncture is how relaxing it is to lay down comfortably while someone works on improving my body's energetic system. Also, I'm the type of person that can't talk to someone I don't find interesting for extended periods of time. Surprisingly, one of my favorite parts of acupuncture is talking to Sandra because I learn so much about a variety of health and wellness related topics. Acupuncture Costs: My insurance covers acupuncture so I only pay $20 out of pocket for an hour session! I was really surprised to learn that a) insurance companies cover acupuncture and b) that a really good practitioner actually accepts insurance. I can go to 8 acupuncture appointments for the price of one massage. Acupuncture downsides: I haven't found any yet. The time investment could be one if you're super busy but in my opinion it's time well spent. The cupping produces a little redness on my back but I don't mind it and it's a sign to me that things are moving as they're supposed to. Overall, I wouldn't say I've noticed any major drawbacks to acupuncture yet. More updated to come! read more

Sandra McKay, LAc - I used to think Acupuncture was voodoo. I just saw legitimate research that shows acupuncture stimulates the brain in really helpful ways. - Acupuncture Near Me - San Diego, California

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Sometimes you just want a person who is going to listen to you, and then have solutions for what is bothering you. This is Sandra. I have been seeing her for better part of a decade. Originally I went to her at the recommendation of a friend, she has changed my view of medicine and health! I could not trust her expertise anymore and know that her therapies will make me a healthier woman! With such professionalism and knowledge of an experienced practitioner, I know I am always in good hands! read more

Sandra has been treating me for about 3 years. I began seeing her during my pregnancy and have continued post partum. She has helped me navigate a wide range of issues from hormone imbalance, to water metabolism, to low back pain post partum. I recommend her to everyone and feel lucky to have found her! read more

Sandra is a wonderfully kind woman and amazing acupuncturist. I started seeing Sandra early into my pregnancy after suffering a miscarriage. I was nervous and anxious about being pregnant again and I couldn't have asked for a better person to guide me and help me during those 9+ months. At our weekly appointments she would address whatever I was dealing with that week, along with overall supporting my body to have a healthy pregnancy. Sandra is extremely good at what she does. She is knowledgeable, warm, and supportive. I highly recommend seeing her throughout your pregnancy journey. read more

Sandra is an angel sent from above! I have known her for over 2 and 1/2 years, been going to her since about February 2017. She's always been patient, loving and kind with me. I'm afraid of needles and she has such a gentle approach with me that I can actually enjoy Acupuncture. Who would have thought?! Everybody needs a Sandra in their life! I would refer her to everyone because she makes Acupuncture easy and fun! She works with your schedule and really wants to help you! I could go on and on I just love her! read more

Sandra, did an excellent job, made me feel completely comfortable and very professional. highly recommend.

I tried acupuncture for the first time with Sandra, and I'm very impressed. It truly didn't hurt at all (I was prepared for it to hurt a tiny bit, but it didn't) and I'm jogging again because my knee feels much better. The evening hours are really convenient, too! read more

Had serious neck and shoulder pain. I went in, had not been able to sleep in 4 days. After 45 min of neadles, muscle stim, a little guasha (sp?), I walked out and could turn my head again. Slept like a baby that night. Amazing. Was able to go back to work. -Construction job- Great results read more

Sandra did a fantastic job treating my bell's palsy which is a type of facial paralysis. I was completely terrified after my doctors initial diagnosis during which I was told there was no real treatment and it could take up to a year to regain facial movement and recovery was not always complete. After 6 acupuncture treatments over a two week time period my face has recovered completely, amazing! read more

Sandra has a great energy which passes through her and into her amazing ability as an accupuncturist. I too was nervous about accupuncture for all the usual reasons and have been completely swayed the other way now because of Sandra's wonderful approach which has led to amazing results; definitely top-notch! read more

I just moved back from Brooklyn NY, and in the process fell down some stairs with a 50 lb box and the result was a pinched sciatic nerve. Never in my 29 yrs have felt pain like this, I had heard that acupuncture was good for this type of injury. My massage therapist referred my to Sandra and I have had about 8 treatments and the pain has lessened quite a bit. In the beginning I wasn't able to walk or stand comfortably and now I'm back at work! I'm a hairdresser and standing is pretty important.. Thanks Sandra for making it easier to do my job! read more