ACUPUNCTURE
Our acupuncture treatments begin with a check-in about your current state and general health goals. We may incorporate other East Asian healing modalities such as cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, and herbal medicine consultations to provide a tailored healing experience that supports your well-being.
In-Person Treatments
I am currently offering in-person treatments at two Bay Area locations:
Mitchell Family Acupuncture (Berkeley, CA)
Acupuncture, Gua Sha, Cupping, Chest Decompression Treatment, Moxibustion
The Garden SF (San Francisco, CA)
Acupuncture, Cupping, Herbal Consultation, Acupuncture + Body Work, Acupuncture Facial, Facial Cupping
Treatment Specializations
Women’s Health
We treat the full spectrum of women’s health for common symptoms and conditions including PMS, PCOS, dysmenorrhea, hormone imbalances, irregular menstrual cycles, heavy menstrual bleeding, urinary tract infections, yeast infections, ovarian cysts, libido, endometriosis, night sweats, and menopause. We also treat prenatal and postpartum patients in regards to pregnancy support, fertility, miscarriage, morning sickness, lactation support, gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta previa, breech baby, inducing labor, mastitis, postpartum depression, and more.
Hormone Health, Stress, and Emotional Imbalances
Even the smallest amount of hormonal imbalances can have serious impacts throughout your entire body. Common symptoms of hormonal imbalances can include: irregular periods, acne, eczema, vaginal dryness, headaches, night sweats, decreased sex drive, muscle aches, nerve pains, stiffness, irregular bowel movements, thinning hair, and nervousness – among many other potential symptoms. Many patients also seek treatment to address stress-related concerns like chronic stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, sleep disturbances, fatigue, emotional pain & stress, life changes and transitions, and more.
Gut Health
There is a major link between the health of your gut microbiome and your hormone health. We treat digestive issues, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, weight fluctuations, hypertension, diabetes, and thyroid disorders among other conditions. We’ll get to the source of your gut-related concerns.
Sports Injuries & Pain Relief
Let’s get you feeling better! If you’re experiencing a muscle or tendon tear, sprains, rotator cuff injury, plantar fasciitis, sports-related injuries, sciatica, tendonitis, carpal tunnel, back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, knee pain, tightness or tension, TMJ, numbness/tingling or chronic pain, book an appointment!
FAQs
+ What is East Asian Medicine?
East Asian Medicine, also known as Traditional Chinese Medicine or TCM, refers to the traditional healing methods that have been used for thousands of years to address imbalances in the body. East Asian Medicine combines an array of healing methods that have originated from China, Japan, and Korea including Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Herbal Medicine, Food as Medicine, Tui Na, and Qi Gong. It is based on a framework that recognizes the inherent wisdom of body systems and the body's ability to heal itself. With East Asian Medicine, it is believed that symptoms and conditions are caused by imbalances in the body, so when the body is brought back into balance, the symptoms and conditions resolve.
+ How does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture is one of the modalities within East Asian Medicine that has been practiced for over 2,000 years. Acupuncture stimulates specific points that have high concentrations of nerve endings, triggering biochemical and physiological changes in the body. Energy (Qi) flows along mapped meridians that run throughout the body. This energy can become blocked or stagnant, causing an imbalance of Yin + Yang, which often results in unfavorable physical, mental, or emotional symptoms and general disharmony. Acupuncture works by reestablishing the flow of Qi along these meridians, harmonizing the body and restoring the delicate balance of Yin + Yang.
+ How many treatments do I need?
That depends on the individual. Acute issues can usually be resolved in a few treatments, while chronic issues will typically take longer to resolve. Taking that into consideration, acupuncture has a cumulative effect, meaning progress and results are gained over time. It is often recommended that patients receive more frequent treatments at first, and depending on the progress and recovery, the regularity of visits may be adjusted.