Michelle is an extraordinarily caring, professional accupuncturist and is exceptional at what she does! I've been to other accupuncturists that are touted to be very good, and I got much better results with Michelle! She has a vast knowledge, but also a love for healing people and it shows! The atmosphere she creates is warm, tranquil and totally relaxing. I would recommend her to anyone and Id never go to anyone else! read more

I have been undergoing PT and Chiropractic care in an attempt to avoid back surgery (Fusion) I had great success with Michelle and her skills in previous appointments for other issues. I thought she may be of help in the pain management of my back condition. The issue is shooting pain down both my thighs, front and back, as well as pain in my calves. Michelle discussed the issue with me and made no pretense that her expertise would "fix" and orthopedic problems but was confident that I would find some relief from the symptoms from which I suffered. Sure enough, after my treatment I felt diminished pain in my problem areas as well as a overall feeling of well being. It was easy for me to decide that this will be an integral part of my pain management regime. Let's see, back surgery or a well balanced pain management program that includes Michelle's skills? It's a no brainer. Thank you Michelle, see you soon. BR read more

Michelle is outstanding! I have been going to Michelle for a while now and not only is she professional, she is extremely caring, understands and listens to all issues and incorporates well being! The best acupuncturist ever. If you landed here I wouldn't look further. I highly recommend her and make that appointment. read more

I went to this fine establishment on a very good recommendation and I wasn't disappointed. My former acupuncturist no longer took my insurance, so she recommended Michelle at wellness. I've had acupuncture conservatively 70xs. I have to say I've never had an experience better than at the hands of Dr. Michelle. She's very caring and concerned about your ailments and makes sure you leave better than you arrived. Her main concern is your well being. read more

Michelle is an awesome acupuncturist!! She is very pleasant, professional, welcoming, always checking up on you to make sure you're ok through the treatment, and listens to you. She's very knowledgeable and answers all your questions. If you want to get acupuncture, I highly recommend going to Michelle! read more

Hello all!! Michelle is absolutely amazing! The Accupuncture is so relaxing and really works! I came in and continue to come in for headaches, and a few other things and I can truly say my pain has been much better tolerated! Michelle makes such a comfortable and relaxing space for her clients. The experience there is nothing like I've ever had. She is incredible! read more

My most recent acupuncture experience was with Michelle and I couldn't be more happy or satisfied. She works with remarkable professionalism and at the same time can connect with you on any level. Her approach is gentle and thoughtful and puts you at ease. My sessions with her are truly effective and I certainly feel so much better after each session. Thank you, Michelle! You will always be my go to acupuncturist. read more

I am so grateful to have come across Wellness Acupuncture Studio! Michelle is one of the kindest souls you'll come across. She goes above and beyond to ensure you have time to express any concerns/ailments, explain what she'll be focusing on and to answer any questions you may have. I've gotten acupuncture done at many different locations over the past few years, and I couldn't imagine going anywhere else after working with Michelle. Every time you leave her studio you'll notice a difference in your energy and body. read more

I pulled my back lifting a 5 gallon pail wrong. Someone suggested acupuncture. I never had it done before so I was skeptical. I was pleased how after a few sessions I was pretty much back to normal. Michelle was professional explaining what to expect during the treatment. read more

Michelle at Wellness Acupuncture is amazing. She has changed my life for the better in the past few months. Coming here is one of the best things that I've ever done for myself. Before I started coming here I had horrible digestive issues and severe, constant abdominal pain that basically controlled my life for years. I saw several gastroenterologists and had numerous inconclusive tests done, and was put on different medications with no improvement in my symptoms. I felt like my issues would never be resolved, until I was recommended by friends to give acupuncture a try. I was honestly somewhat skeptical, but figured it was worth trying. Michelle immediately put me at ease at my first visit. She has a very gentle nature and a good energy about her. We talked in detail about my specific issues and she came up with a treatment plan for me. The needles were what I was most apprehensive about, but Michelle is extremely gentle and I've never had any discomfort whatsoever. I immediately started feeling the positive effects of the treatment, and it has only gotten better with time. Only a few months after beginning treatment I have improved more than I could have ever thought possible. I stopped all my medication and am feeling better than I have in years. Thanks to Michelle the quality of my life has improved so much and my symptoms are finally under control. I can't say enough positive things about Michelle and the work that she does. She is incredibly knowledgable and listens to your specific symptoms at each session. She is also always accommodating with payment and scheduling. She is always kind and genuine and I look forward to each visit. If you are considering acupuncture for any health concern, I highly recommend Michelle. She has helped me so much in a short amount of time with absolutely no negative side effects, it's nothing short of a miracle. read more

I've been seeing Michelle for a year specifically for my hypothyroid issue. I recently went to the doctor to get tested and was curious if in fact acupuncture could fix my thyroid problem. It did...I no longer have hypothyroid! A year ago they wanted me on medication that I'd have to take for the rest of my life. That's not an option for me, so I did research and found acupuncture at the bottom of almost every page. My doctor was happy w/ my results and glad I took the medication she prescribed. I told her I never picked up the prescription and that acupuncture was what I did instead. She was shocked and truly believed I was on medication. Acupuncture, change your eating habits and definitely exercise. Now my Pops is going in to see if she can help him manage his diabetes. Thank you Michelle for taking great care of me, my family and friends! read more

Acupuncture has always been something I wanted to try - for the experience. I was fortunate to have de-stress, immune enhancement, energy, and hormone balance done by Michelle, for the first time, 3 weeks ago. It was the most amazing experience. Having multiple needles poking me wasn't something I was necessarily comfortable with, but Michelle's voice is so calming that it put me at ease. Oh, and the needles don't hurt a bit. I fell asleep each time I had it done. Michelle also explains the purpose of each pressure point that is stimulated and is very attentive. At the time of the acupuncture, I was going through a divorce, a single parent of an 8 and 4 year old, and it was finals week to boot. I was highly stressed and contemplated seeing a therapist. I'm thankful I went to Michelle first. What can I say? Michelle's a life saver. I walked out feeling complete and emotional calmness, had the most restful sleep I've had in years, and I even aced my finals. read more

I am being treated by Michelle for the last month and the change has been remarkable. She has pinned down my problems and I feel so much better now. She is very professional and kind, starts each treatment with caring questions, and always seems to greet everyone with a smile. I would heartily recommend her to cure whatever is ailing you. I think if she couldn't help, she'd let you know. Thank you Michelle for your easygoing demeanor and great touch. read more

My husband had shoulder pain for a while and could not get his primary doctor to do anything about it. He went to Michelle, and her magical needle did the job. Just one visit, he felt so much better and able to move the arm freely. Michelle is the best !!! read more

I have been going to Michelle for a while now and she has changed my life. All sessions I have had only gets better. Michelle has cured my sciatic pain and my plantar fasciitis is getting better with each session. It's suggested to incorporate mild exercise and spoil yourself with an occasional massage for that ultimate zen feeling. I am going to see Michelle regularly. She's truly a shining star read more

I love acupuncture but I especially love Michelle! I had acupuncture before which I found helpful and decided to start it again. I went to see Michelle and she is wonderful. She has great energy which radiates through her beautiful smile. She is attentive, gentle, sincere and knowledgeable. She is amazing! I have had the worst back pain for years and was having an acute attack. I walked in with so much pain. I could barely bend over to take my shoes off. But with a 45 min session of acupuncture and a little nap, I could move and tolerate the pain. I am not saying I was magically cured because I have had chronic back pain for 7 years! But Michelle's magical touch made me feel better than when I walked in. I am glad I found her! You rock Michelle! read more

I got comments spam (which is basically bandwidth theft) from these people on my website -- on an item entirely related to acupunture, by the way. Here is the comments spam the person posted: "Not to high jack the article, but does anybody have any opinions about this acupuncture support? Really tempted to consider this out to rid my back ache! Argh! Wellness Acupuncture Studio, Inc., 2369 Ocean Avenue, 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94127, (415) 334-5321" read more

This was a wonderful experience. Was several years ago, but again need some help with pain and stress. Going to try someone else for the first time, but so sorry Michelle not available. I will be back if new place does not work out. read more

It was the first time I ever tried acupuncture in my life. I threw my back out at a disabling level and could not do the horse pills anymore. So happy I decided to go this route. She was amazing ,patient and very knowledgeable. The horrible pain actually subsided after the first session and slowly disappeared after my third session. I will be back hopefully without a bad back! read more

Michelle Masangkay is a very positive, genuine and kind person. As survivors of the San Bruno Fire and Explosion on September 9, my husband and I were very stressed and emotionally drained. From dealing with emotional trauma to fatigue, we were stressed to say the least. Michelle was gracious enough to open her doors to us because she knew about our situation and she wanted to help. My husband Kevin went to her studio and loved every minute of the accupuncture. Michelle explained everything and he left feeling more relaxed and calm after the procedure. It was like he was in another world! Michelle is a very thoughtful person and she also went to Haiti to help after the earthquake. She is one of a kind!! Thank you Michelle for being there for us when we needed it most! We recommend her to anyone!!! read more

This is one of my favorite ways to relax my mind or repair my body for sports related soreness. Michelle is a wonderful acupuncturist who is extremely attentive and responsive to her clients needs. I always look forward to the next visit. read more

Let me just start off by saying that, for all you skeptics, or people afraid of needles...GET OVER IT!!! Acupuncture works people. I am an avid rock climber, I find myself at the gym 4-5 times a week. Climbing is a high impact sport with a ton of injury possibilities. I began experiencing shoulder pain about 8 weeks ago. It was horrible. I would wake up in the morning wanting to cry, and the worst part was...no climbing. No yoga, no pull-ups, no NOTHING. Everything hurt me. I decided acupuncture could be worth a shot. My first visit with Michelle and I knew that I had come to the right place. Not only is she warm, friendly, inviting and comforting, she is very knowledgeable and professional. She had dealt with cases similar to mine and knew how important it was for me to get climbing again. So far I have gone threw 6 treatments, each better than the previous and I can feel a HUGE difference in both my shoulder and my energy. I would swear by acupuncture for just about anything and I would highly recommend Michelle to be the acupuncturist you choose. If you are experiencing a problem in your life, call Michelle and see if she can help. I promise you, it's worth it!!!! read more

My wife has been seeing Michelle for prenatal and postpartum help and all has been going great!

I've never had acupuncture before and was very weary about receiving it. Michelle was wonderful! She walked and talked me through the whole procedure! It was a great experience. She spent time getting to know me and my "aches and pains". After my first visit, believe it or not... I felt lighter and more relaxed. I highly recommend Michelle if you're considering acupuncture! read more

I've been seeing Michelle since April 2015. She has done wonders. I always fall asleep on the table after the needles. Michelle is very nice and will work with your schedule availability. read more

Michelle is definitely a miracle worker in my own opinion. This was the first and only time I've ever had acupuncture but I must say that it does work wonders. I was bit hesitant about the thought of needles poking me but when my brother in-law recommended Michelle's expertise, I became curious and checked it out. Michelle was very pleasant from the first time I met her til my last session. I started seeing her for my shoulder pain, then my back pain, then finally for my smoking cessation and acupuncture definitely took it all away. I would recommend Michelle's treatment to anyone anytime. Thank you much Michelle! read more

I love going here! Michelle is a great doctor. She answers your questions and genuinely provides the care you need. I've been having the worst case of allergies and wanted an alternative approach. So far since my treatment I am doing much better! She also helped me with an eye condition that my eye doctor mentioned will never go away. Thanks Michelle for treating it! read more

Michelle is a wonderful acupuncturist. I was very hesitant about trying acupuncture for the first time but Michelle answered all my questions and make me feel very comfortable with her kind and friendly personality. She explained everything so well making the experience a great one. I noticed results very quickly and with each visit felt improvement with the fatigue and stress I was treated for. Now after only a handful of visits I am feeling great and am back to normal. I highly recommend Michele and wellness acupuncture! read more

Came to see Michelle after dealing with pain for over a year in my lower back and hip due to a work injury. After many many disappoints with the workers comp system, my expectations were not very high for any approved practitioners in the network but THANK GOD for MICHELLE! Immediately her presence and energy was so uplifting and welcoming, she thoroughly listened to what I had to say what was bothering me if anything was uncomfortable. I never dreaded our appts, they were peaceful and worked. In fact, my dr failed to request more sessions (AFTER I told him my pain had been reduced significantly) and sure enough with continued PT the pain came back, but not at the same level it had been. I fought for more sessions and I can't wait to see Michelle again. So happy. If you're on the fence about acupuncture, see her. She'll help ease you in to it and make you comfortable. read more

Unfortunately, I can only give Michelle five stars, she deserves an entire galaxy. I have been seeing Michelle for about four years and to say that she works wonders is an understatement. She treats me for a wide range of issues (hey I am 70 and work a high stress job), ranging from physical to anxiety. My body can tell when I have not seen Michelle and the ache's and pains set in. I look forward to every session since I come away feeling wonderful. I have recommended Michelle to a number of friends and clients and they have all thanked me for the help she provided. She is very professional, kind and always does an update of what is going on in your life. I cannot say enough good things about Michelle - she truly does have gentle needles. read more

For approximately 3 months in early 2017, I had persistent headaches. These headaches were dull (3 to 5 out of 10) and would persist from the time I would wake up to the time I went to sleep. I went to my primary care physician, saw multiple internal medicine physicians, and a neurologist, and they all said my headaches would probably go away. 3 months later, the headaches remained present. Through various tests, the medical doctors could not find anything wrong. The only recommendation they made to me was to take medication to mask the symptoms which I did not want to do. My wife recommended acupuncture and I found Michelle through my health insurance. I had never experienced acupuncture before and did not know what to expect. I called Michelle and she answered all of my questions. At my initial visit, Michelle was confident I would get better and said I would notice improvement after 6 to 8 sessions. After the 6th session my headaches were less noticeable and after 12 sessions I was myself again. I was really concerned that these headaches would never go away and I would have to live with the discomfort. Thanks to Michelle, I was able to recover and live normally again. One year later, I continue to visit Michelle for maintenance and for other random pains that appear; the most recent being neck pain which she fixed. In addition to being an excellent practitioner of acupuncture, Michelle has always been honest, genuine, positive, and very pleasant. I highly recommend Michelle to anyone that is experiencing headaches or any other physical pain. Michelle: Thank you very much for helping me. I am forever grateful to you for healing me. read more

If you have never tried acupuncture before, this is the place to start. I was a bit skeptical at first but on my first experience I became a true believer. I suffer from a torn meniscus and was taking OTC motrin and other pain relievers for approx two months without much relief. I was taking a trip two Brazil and had three weeks left for my knee to heal. I decided to try acupuncture as a last effort, and it worked. I was able to take my trip without any problems. I am an emergency room nurse, and have only know western medicine. I have seen many doctors and surgeons who told me that surgery was the only answer. I limped around for two months and after my first session swelling went down. Im not saying that my meniscus healed, but what I experienced was definitely not a placebo effect. The swelling of my knee was 30-40 percent lower two days after my first session and I was able to walk better. After my second session I was able to walk without difficulty or pain. Something that I was not able to achieve for two months with over the counter medication. Michelle is wonderful! She is knowledgeable and explains every procedure. She is attentive and always makes sure that I am comfortable. I highly recommend here! read more

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism almost two years after my first baby was born, and although I had never tried acupuncture before I want to tried other alternatives before taking all the medications that I was given by my physician. Michell was great from the first appointment, she explained me the whole process, was/is very detailed, she is very sweet and kind, and honestly she was able to explain better what was going on with my body than my actual physician and I understand why my body was acting up after given birth and how my thyroid problem was linked the fact that I had given birth. I have seen great results just from receiving acupuncture and to this point that's all I've been doing. I can tell you that alternative medicine such as acupuncture has been a great way to help my body heal itself. Michell is great, and I highly recommend her specially if you've never had acupuncture done before. I don't think is painful at all, but rather healing, and even relaxing for me. Plus you get an honest person who is gentle and very professional. read more

Michelle is a wonderful healer. She is kind and patient. She asks questions to know how to help you. She even takes the time to explain for an acupuncture newbie. She really got to the source of the pain on the first try. After a few sessions focused on that issue I can say that months later I am still feeling the improvement. Go see her for your acupuncture needs. read more

I'd been to an acupuncturist once before meeting with MIchelle, and Wellness Acupuncture Studio by far has the best overall "healing" experience. I felt so relaxed, calm, and in harmony without the need of any prescribed drugs. Michelle is not only great at what she does, she also has a superb bedside manner. I highly recommend her! read more

Michelle is wonderful. She's an Expert and very professional at what she does. Having gotten treatment for relaxation and detox, Michelle has made me a beliver in Accupuncture. i hate needles, but she places them ever so carefully without any pain. Defenitely an alternative medecine everyone must recieve and feel to get the full effect! read more

Michelle is amazing her energy she sends out help heal what going on with you. She welcome me with open arms, took the time to ask me about my issues. Thank you Michelle for being a beauitful person this what the world need more of!!!!! read more

Highly recommend acupuncture...I'm a believer now. I had never had acupuncture before. Michelle made me feel completely at ease...after the first treatment for mid, upper back and neck pain I felt much better. I could honestly say you have to try it to believe it!! read more