For all my fellow perimenopause mommas out there - this is for you! I was needing help balancing my hormones, getting a handle on my hormonal headaches, my night sweats, and all the joys that come with perimenopause. I saw the reviews for fertility work that Dr. Thieny does and figured she must be able to help with hormones at this stage as well. Additionally, a dear friend highly recommended her work as well. I AM SO GRATEFUL I STARTED WORKING WITH DR. THIENY because my life has changed dramatically. I went from weeklong headaches during my cycles, to nearly none at all. Night sweats half the month, to once a month now. I feel more energetic and balanced. Dr. Thieny is a gift and she knows exactly what she is doing!! Also, her team is an absolute dream. Siena and Hailey are so thoughtful and kind - they have also helped me in so many ways. This office is so special because of the talent, care, vision and gift of Dr. Thieny and her team. My husband now also sees Dr. Thieny for vertigo issues and she has been helping him immensely as well. The cost is in packages, not individual sessions. It starts out at the level needed to address the issue at hand. For me and my husband, it has been worth every penny and more. Our daily lives have been changed for the better. I feel better than I have in years, and in this stage of my life, that is EVERYTHING!! So grateful for Dr. Thieny and her team. This office is the real deal, and you will be better for the care you receive here! read more

Thieny is a great acupuncturist. I've seen her for many injuries and she always helps me feel better. She is such a sweet presence and I would recommend her to anyone who is searching for some healing. Thank you Thieny! read more

To say that Thieny and her team has changed my life is an understatement. I walked in to my consultation not knowing what to expect and I was met with a warm welcome, smiles and compassion. After getting checked by my primary doctor and finally figuring out that I had PCOS and I can "just take medicine every month you don't have a period," I looked into an alternative. Since I started in the Fall of 2024, under great guidance and lots of care, I have been able to get my hormones back in check and I was able to naturally conceive - something that I didn't think would be possible so soon. My husband and I can't wait to start the next chapter and it is all thanks to everyone at Thien Lakes. read more

Acupuncture helped me with stress relief, heat rashes, and then ultimately getting pregnant when finally everything inside my body felt aligned! Forever grateful for Thieny and her amazing support. read more

Thien Lake Acupuncture is truly exceptional! The clinic is spotless, and the staff is incredibly responsive, kind, and attentive. I came in with a chronic leg injury, and their skilled team used dry needling and a multi-modal approach that, in coordination with my primary medical team, helped me get back to running and particapating in triathlon again. I'm beyond grateful for their expertise and care--highly recommend to anyone seeking top-notch acupuncture treatment! read more

I can't sing Thieny's praises highly enough. She has been the best support through my fertility journey. She was able to get my very irregular cycles regulated with treatments and herbs and has been an incredible resource throughout my pregnancy. In addition to her expertise, she is an incredibly kind, patient, and caring human who really treats the whole person. 11/10 recommend! read more

After suffering from back spasms for a week, I decided to try acupuncture for the first time. I was recommended Dr. Hoang by a friend and gave it a shot. Naturally, I am not happy with needles but Dr. Hoang's gentle touch made the experience seem more like a spa treatment than a scary experience. My back pain and spasms disappeared after only 2 sessions. I make it a point to keep up with my preventative maintenance by going twice monthly now. I would highly recommend her practice to anyone, new or experienced with acupuncture. read more

My fertility journey started in 2020 when my obgyn told me the reason I wasnt getting pregnant easily is because I had very low AMH, at the time I was already 38 years old. She recommended seeing a fertility specialist. In 2021 I began going to the fertility specialist and we decided IVF was my best option as they also found that I had endometriosis and adyomyosis. Fast forward to end of 2023, 4 egg retrievals later with only 2 viable embryos, we decided to try to transfer 1 of them. To our disappointment the transfer failed and we were heartbroken. I knew I needed more support. In February of 2024 I searched on yelp for eastern medicine doctors and I discovered Dr. Thieny Hoang. She had a very extensive question-are that I filled out and was able to meet with her for a consultation. She took the time to thoroughly listen and speak with me. I remember I started to cry because it was the first time I had ever felt heard in this way. Dr. Thieny then gave me an acupuncture treatment and she told me she would send me a treatment plan to review and to let her know if I wanted to go forward with her treatments, which included custom herbal teas, electroacupuncture, cupping, acupuncture and extensive diet recommendations made for me. I felt so good about the plan she built for me. I decided to go forward with her plan for me which was to help support and get my body ready for our precious last viable embryo transfer. During these months of treatment I made some shifts in my diet, lifestyle habits following her recommendations and I never felt better! My endometriosis pain subsided immensely, it was incredible. I felt so much more confident about approaching the next transfer, mentally and physically. In June of 2024 Dr.Thieny said I was ready. So I scheduled my embryo transfer for July, and it is now August...and Im 7 weeks pregnant!! My husband and I are so beyond happy and I know this wouldnt be possible without Dr.Thieny's treatment and support. Not only is she so well versed in Eastern Medicine but she is also just a ray of sunshine and a beautiful soul inside and out. She makes you feel so comfortable and confident in your own body, which can be so hard when you are navigating fertility struggles. I cannot praise her enough. I recommend anyone that is having fertility hardships or women's health issues to pay her a visit. You will know after 1 visit that it the place you need to be. Thank you Dr.Thieny!! read more

Love Thieny from Thien Lake Acupuncture!! I would see Thieny 3-4x/month for bodywork and cupping in 2016-2017 back when her office was in Oakland near Lake Merritt. She was insightful, trustworthy, honest and truly listened to my concerns to address the areas that needed healing so I could get back on the mat for my next BJJ/Sambo competition. I miss her care and professionalism and would see her in a heartbeat if she was local again. read more

I was very nervous for my first appointment since I haven't been to an acupuncturist is a very long time. She calmed my nerves and is an amazing listener. She has this ability to hear your difficulties while making you feel still like a whole person. After the session, I felt relaxed and rejuvenated. The space is serene and the front desk is super organized. The whole process was super efficient. I'm referring all my students and loved ones to her! read more

Thieny Hoang is amazing. My husband and I had have been consistently seeing her for a few months almost every week when we could. She helped us asses imbalances that were affecting us on physical and emotional levels with very practical suggestions on food, diet and supplements. I fell asleep almost every time I went there, felt recharged and like a new person. Always looked forward to my appointments and her space is very clean and relaxing. My ongoing conditions improved and so has it been for my husband. She is a sweetheart! truly cared for my wellbeing, takes her time to explain everything to detail and is truly invested in seeing that you improve. I would recommend anyone to thieny lake acupuncture! read more

I'm not one for hyperbole, but Thieny is a miracle worker. I wish I knew of her practice as I suffered through a frozen shoulder, because she managed to cure a recurring flare up of my shoulder issue in two visits, whereas no practitioners of western medicine could do anything but prescribe pills and recommend surgery. The focus is holistic medicine, but Thieny is able to hone in on whatever ails you, and attack/treat it with absolute precision. You will leave a session not only healthier and in less pain, but also wiser. I'm way too preoccupied to write reviews these days, but Thieny is absolutely worth it :-) read more

I have been receiving acupuncture treatments for over 25 years and have had the privilege of being treated by many different practitioners. Recently when I experienced acute lower back pain, I had the amazing good fortune of being treated by Thieny Hoang. To say that Thieny is an acupuncturist or massage therapist would be true, but in fact Thieny has so many talents related to the healing arts, that simple labels don't do justice to her practice. Normally when I experience back pain, rest and patience are all I need to get better. This time it was different; my pain was excruciating and I had difficulties with simple movements, let alone walking upright! Oddly, I had never received acupuncture for treatment of back pain, opting for chiropractic instead. Thieny's holistic and integrative approach to healing proved, once again, how amazingly effective this modality can be, particularly when it is performed by a highly skilled practitioner. Her combination of gentle acupuncture, soothing Tai Na massage, and her easy-to-follow stretches between sessions, had me back to full strength in record time! I am so very thankful that I visited Thieny and I know you will be too. read more

My experience with Thien Lake Wellness has been exactly what I've needed throughout my prenatal experience and postnatal recovery. I have always had lower back and shoulder issues and my pregnancy aggravated some of those parts of my body, and after giving birth, some of those aches have stuck around. Every visit with Thieny has allowed me to talk to her about my body, my current stresses/struggles and my general well-being. We start our sessions with Thieny reading my heart beat and tongue (Traditional Chinese Medicine uses the tongue as a sort of map of the body) and a conversation about how my body is feeling. Then Thieny suggests a focused treatment which may include Tui Na massage and stretching, cupping, accupressure, etc. I like how involved I am in deciding my treatment, I feel like I'm learning about my own health and treatment. The best part about a treatment with Thieny is how I feel after the hour or hour and 15 minute treatment: relaxed, rested and rejuvenated. I often can't wait to set my next appointment and look forward to it all month. Do yourself a favor: set an appointment today! read more

Thieny is an amazing healer. I can't recommend her enough. I had a serious injury and nothing was helping. She not only helped me heal the injury, she gave me many diet and lifestyle recommendations I wasn't aware of to improve my overall health during training. Even if you aren't in pain, I highly recommend to help improve how you feel! read more

For someone who is sensitive to touch, Thieny has the magical hands. She has the formula to the right amount of applied pressure and gentleness. She checks in regularly to make sure you are always comfortable. Her bedside manners are great too! She is very warm, friendly, nurturing, calm -- and still keeps it professional. I always look forward to my treatments with her. She is consistent with follow-ups from the previous treatments, ensuring that there's always room for adjustments. I always leave there feeling relaxed and confident knowing that she has my health in her best care. Thank you for your healing hands. read more

I have been seeing Thieny for bodywork and cupping for over a year, and also more recently for acupuncture. She is thoughtful in understanding the issues and struggles of the body, and knowledgeable in her execution of how to help relieve and resolve those issues. The space is relaxing and cozy, and I've felt extremely comfortable and confident under her care from the start. She has worked wonders with improving my energy, my digestion, as well as releasing tension in numerous problem areas in my back, shoulders, and neck. My body always feels relaxed, yet energetically loose after my sessions. Thieny is great at what she does, and I would recommend her to anyone new or regular to acupuncture or Tui Na. read more

I first came to see Thieny due to some chronic back pain and discomfort and she mainly did acupressure body work with me and introduced me with time to cupping, which I wasn't initially very familiar with, but I really have come to trust in her and allow her to do what she thinks is best. Thieny is one of the most genuine, kind, and beautiful people I have met and she is incredibly good at what she does and is so knowledgeable and caring. We have graduated now to trying some acupuncture, which is huge for me because I am terrified of needles, but just always feel like I'm in the best hands when I'm in an appt. with Thieny. I would highly recommend her to anyone that needs acupressure or acupuncture! read more

Thieny has a very nurturing, calming and healing spirit which makes for a wonderful treatment. I have been coming to Thieny for joint/muscle pain and stress management for the past year or so and I feel so much more relaxed and pain/stress free. Thieny offers a very integrative approach with acupuncture, acupressure, body work, moxibustion and cupping treatments which are excellent for chronic and acute issues. read more

I have been going to Thien Lake Wellness for less than a year and I definitely feel improvements in the way my body feels and even in the way I move. While I can't exactly explain what Tui Na massage actually is, I can say that it has helped relieve tension in my shoulders (i sit at a computer all day) and helped my lower back issues. There is also something magically relaxing about the treatment and once I woke up feeling like I had the best sleep ever! I've been getting body work/massages for years but there is something more intentional about working with Thieny because she is excellent at checking in and providing helpful feedback about how to improve my day-to-day habits that contribute to stress. I would totally recommend a session at Thien Lake Wellness if you're looking for beneficial treatment that serves the mind and body. read more

I have been seeing Thieny for a few years now for her Tui Na bodywork and she is absolutely the BEST. I'm so excited that she has started her work in acupuncture as I know she will be fantastic with that as well. Thieny has a way of making you feel relaxed as soon as you walk into the door. She has a sweet and gentle nature, is a great listener, and really knows the human body. She is especially skilled when it comes to working on the back, neck, and with prenatal massages. I can't say enough wonderful things about Thieny and only wish I lived closer to see her much more often! read more

Thieny is a light worker; i felt her energy as she worked on my body. I went to see her for (rotary cuff issues) but she treated my concerns holistically. She was kind and warm upon arrival and i liked how clean and inviting her space was. I haven't had any relief from my right shoulder in years; there's always a dull ache there, kind of like toothache. Thieny spoke with me and asked good questions. She was patient and genuinely interested. I felt like she had a file in her mind and was sifting through knowledge to pull out a document that would help me, specifically. Although she hadn't worked on me before, i felt very comfortable with her. I was with her for 90 mins and it was a fascinating journey - i really went there! All i knew about Tui Na was that it was a medical massage, thats a really crude way of putting it. Thieny worked on my rotary cuff, shoulders, hips and muscles that were compensating for very poor flexibility and stiffness. The time flew by and i really must return. For wellness and longevity - i need this treatment on a regular basis. And Thieny was affordable and great quality. I highly recommend her; good doctors are hard to find. read more

Thieny is an amazing healer! I first saw her when I was having left upper back and scapula pain. Her super thoughtful and thorough Treatment Plan, advice, acupuncture, and gentle encouragement helped me experience relief. Then, as my health concerns turned to insomnia and irregular sleep, her acupuncture treatments continued to give me much needed deep sleep and regeneration. I would actually start to dream during the acupuncture session! And most recently, I have been going through a healing crisis. After clearing up a food allergy-triggered eczema flare with juicing and primarily eating raw fruits and veggies, my body dislodged and unlocked a bunch of deep congestion in the form of cystic acne. Having dry skin, I've never had acne, so after eating such healthy food, I could only interpret this as an accidental launch of a healing crisis. The pus was very hard, dark and difficult to dissolve or squeeze out (sorry, I'm a popper). But after one session with Thieny doing a lymphatic body massage, the pus immediately became watery and very easy to squeeze out! It was amazing and so relieving! I'm every grateful for her healing powers and highly recommend her for anything you're going through! read more

This was my first experience of Tui Na and Thieny was truly amazing. She was informative and insightful, as well as being extremely warm and caring. Her healing approach is one of intentionality and thoroughness, and she makes sure you don't feel rushed, even once the session was over. She gave me really thoughtful and knowledgable suggestions regarding the energetic, emotional and physical nature of my body, framing it in a way that I had not recognized before and which I continue to find really insightful even as time goes on. Thank you so much Thieny - I hope to come back to Oakland to receive another session from you soon. read more