I've been going to Chris at Be Well since February and it's been wonderful! I came in with an impingement and decreased mobility in my shoulder from a climbing fall and after maybe three(?) sessions, my pain decreased significantly and I was able to climb again. I still go monthly as a pain management regimen. It brings me a lot of joy to imagine all the folx this place has helped, these kind of treatments are a deeply needed alternative to singularly medicated pain management. I really couldn't recommend this place more! read more

The team at Be Well Natural provides individualized care that tends to all the parts of you. Their knowledge base on the inner workings of the body and what it needs to function effectively is unparalleled. I always walk alway not only feeling better but also feeling more seen and aware of what I need. If you are looking to improve your health and wellness but not sure where to start, this is the place to be! Highly suggest you check them out today read more

I went to Chris for a long time. Unfortunately I cannot recommend him to others. As he cared more about showing me he is "human" than protecting my safety and honoring boundaries. Men know better and they still cross lines and then play dumb. I'm tired of male healers constantly taking advantage because of their access to my body. I know if I was in his shoes and he was my client there is no way I would cross those boundaries. He is aware of my history with SA. Despite that while he was working on me while I'm naked on his table he proceeds to tell me that another client is accusing him of SA. Complete violation of boundaries. I don't feel safe however I'm sharing the facts so that you may make an educated decision for yourself. For me this is a "no" not ever..... I was not there to hold space for him. I was paying him to hold space and treat me. I was hoping to rest. This was not restful. It was traumatizing as I said I have a history of SA. Being quiet and enabling poor behavior in our community is only keeping us small and oppressed. read more

I am always amazed with the quality and professional service that I receive after my acupuncture session. Chris and Celana have been family since I was at the old location and followed them to their peaceful space. I always leave fully refreshed, and pain free. I have referred friends and coworkers and they are now long standing clients as well. read more

This is the most incredible acupuncture and massage therapy spot in the Bay Area. I have been working with Chris on my body for over ten years. As a professional basketball player now, I couldn't have gotten here without the clinic's physical, mental, and spiritual support. I highly recommend it! read more

Have been going here for about 2 years, without hesitation I would and do recommend this place to everyone! Chris has an incredible knowledge of the body and mind, each time I leave feeling better than I came. I also went to Alyssa throughout my pregnancy for massage - also amazing. Cannot recommend them both highly enough. read more

Chris treated my shoulder after a sprain and I've never experienced a comparable experience visiting a healer. His treatment combined acupuncture, massage, cupping, and physical therapy after a thorough explanation of physiology to introduce it all. My shoulder's range of motion doubled within hours of a one hour treatment, and then improved dramatically in the coming days as I regained my strength. As I joked to a friend later that week (while hoping that I'm not jinxing myself), I almost look forward to the next time I get hurt just so I can visit his office again! read more

Alyssa is an absolutely a wonderful massage therapist! She supported me with excellent care throughout my pregnancy and continues to support me and my needs, so that I can live and enjoy an active lifestyle. She also provides great tips and advice for post care stretches and exercises. I highly recommend Alyssa for pre-natal and general massage/body work!!! read more

My friend gifted me with an acupuncture and I'm so glad she did! It was my first time and I was definitely hesitant coming in, because, ummmm, it's needles. The movies did a good job in scaring me...lol! Chris was informative, genuine, and an expert at what he does. Far exceeded my expectations! He knew his stuff and was very descriptive on different parts of body and its functions. I barely felt any of the needles, and even fell asleep partway and joked with Chris that there was probably saliva on the floor. Lots of good things to say about Chris and I can't wait to make this a regular part of my wellness and self/health-care! And no, I did not have water or blood flowing out of me where he poked and put needles! Just relaxation, less tenseness, less fog and overall feeling better than when I came in. Thanks Chris! read more

Be Well Natural - Acupuncture Near Me - Oakland, California

I've been regularly seeing Chris for acupuncture, body work and life coaching for two years now. It is not an overstatement to say that my life is much better today because of his help. When I came to him I was experiencing chronic pain in my hips, shoulders and neck. Up to that point, many meetings with physicians and several rounds of physical therapy had been largely ineffective. Within a matter of weeks with Chris my pain greatly improved and remains improved to this day. Equally life-changing to this has been improvements in my emotional health. During our work together he helped me observe the deep connections between my problems with fear, defensiveness and resentment and the physical form they have taken up in my body. Through a process of his nonjudgmental curiosity and relevant self-disclosure, he helped me practice breath work and self-regulation, leading me to more self-acceptance and major improvements in my relationships with my family. As a psychologist myself who has been in therapy multiple times, I am repeatedly impressed by his therapeutic skills, and can say without any reservations that he is the best therapist I have known. I am eternally grateful to have such a kind and wise person in my life. Don't wait, go see what the hype is all about for yourself today! read more

Chris is the best. After going to several "western" doctors that took all my money but could not help me, I found Chris Pearson at Be Well. His attention to detail, knowledge and wisdom helped cure my symptoms and gave me my life back. I am a 54 year old male and was barely able to sit up, use my computer or drive a car. I was dealing with paraesthesia, lightheadedness and dizziness. The best decision I made was to ask Chris for help enjoy his treatments and follow his recommendations. Within 2 weeks I started feeling better and are pretty much back to normal after only 2 months. I can't say enough great things about Chris and will be returning to his very capable hands and mind regularly. Peter M read more

Chris has guided me and my family members and friends who see him through challenges both physical, emotional and 'existential.' He has helped me to identify where all the 'things of life' land in my body, and with his skilled and knowing touch, helped to move them through and out so I have more ease and less pain on all levels. I couldn't recommend Chris more highly. He's a good human and gifted practitioner. read more

Everything about this place is great , location, easy parking and quality care . Chris has gotten me through a bunch of injuries in the last four years. Between the needles and the hands he will take care of you.go see him. read more

I somehow tweaked my back and got sciatica. I called a month after this accident because it was not getting better. Chris P helped me get my back to a place that I was able to sleep through the night. He is super professional and very caring of how the entire body works. I appreciated the patience and time during each session. I will be coming back not just for sciatica, but for all my bodywork needs. Dancing and training takes a toll on my body, and I'm not getting any younger. Be Well is a great place for a body mechanic. read more

Chris healed me!!! While my Western doctors said it would take four weeks and physical therapy to walk again, Chris had me hiking gently at 2 weeks. Not that speedy recovery is the only goal.... I just could tell he was working with my body and understood what was going on at a mind-body-spirit level. His approach also helped me recover in a way that makes re-injury less likely than the method Kaiser was using. read more

I was referred to Chris by a friend who urged me to see him for my hip pain. My friend described Chris as a healer--an incredibly experienced and perceptive practitioner of integrative acupuncture and bodywork. And my friend was right. Chris is a master healer, skilled and knowledgeable in multiple modalities, with a rare gift for sensing exactly which treatments are needed to address my specific challenges. Chris combines extensive medical and anatomical knowledge with an intuitive ability that consistently amazes me. Yet, his true strength goes beyond his expertise. He is a sage--asking the right questions, seeing patterns I can't, and offering deep wisdom that is both clear and transformative. Chris is encouraging, yet speaks the truth; inspiring, yet grounded, and wise yet compassionate. He has become a cornerstone of my health and well-being, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. read more

I had my first appt with Chris today. I, of course, waiting until I was in pain to book an appt but I am feeling a lot better. His intake was probably the longest I've ever done, in a good way. He asked questions I'd never even thought of. I was hesitant to get accupuncture and bodywork both by a guy, but Chris made me feel super comfortable. You can tell her cares a lot about the community. It was like going to my cousins house to get some acupuncture and a massage and him reminding me it's ok to seek help ::snap snap:: I got the bodywork first, it was a newer method for me to try, but I believe it helped (if you're looking for someone to pet you while you fall asleep kind of massage-he aint it. He does WORK). During the body work he explained things and had a very familial vibe. When I got acupuncture and he left me in the room, I knocked out hella fast and woke myself up because I needed to take a deep breath and the song changed. Great experience. Highly recommend-especially for Black, Indigenous and people of color who do hard work (social workers, teachers, nurses etc) read more

There is no favorite healer in my life than Chris! He takes a macro look at where you are in life through incredible conversations and vibes to give you exactly what you need and has an intuitive sense to know what they should be. I have gone to him for two pregnancies now to help baby get into position and also to help ground and induce me as well. I very highly recommend him to everyone I know and love sending new folks his way to hear them echo his magical healing abilities! VERY highly recommend! read more

I had the opportunity to experience an accupuncture session with Chris today. He was patient, informative and nonjudgmental during the intake portion. He made his observations and prescribed the appropriate herbs. After he placed the needles, I was left to relax, lights off with soothing music :) I had a very relaxing and therapeutic experience and didn't hesitate to rebook. Thanks Chris :) read more

Everything was great about this place! This is my first time trying Be well Natural and overall this type of care for my body. I was nervous first coming in but the place and ppl are TRULY so warm and welcoming. I was lucky enough to get to work with Celana, she is A-MAZING! I would absolutely recommend working with her. We did Cranio-sacral therapy together. New for me but gave me such relief for the pain I was having in my neck and spine. Not only did Celana do such a great job every session, she took the time to help educate me on what I could do to help myself at home. She is so patient and kind! Ask for her :D I didn't get to work with anyone else but I got to meet Christopher owner and practitioner, and my husband also worked with Alyssa. They are both just as professional, kind and willing to help. Overall, great experience. Would recommend for anyone and the ppl here really are just great humans. They are genuinely passionate about their work. read more

Celana is unreal. Her knowledge of the body and ability to personalize treatments set her apart from so many other bodyworkers I have utilized. She has been able to help unpack much of my long term injuries that other massage professionals have refused to treat. Celana has the right touch and is truly in tune. The physical and psychological go hand-in-hand -- I feel better than I have in 10 years and I credit so much of this to Celana's work. As well, the space is sweet and located in cute, quaint and local-vibed Laurel District. I can't say enough about Celana and Be Well Natural. Highly recommend! read more

After getting a concussion in 2020 I had a lot of pain and headaches and Chris was super great, his sessions calmed me and brought me relaxation and helped with the pain and stress. He is very affirming and treats you like a full person, and helps with understanding how your daily habits around movement, stress, food, can play a role in overall health. I also went to Celana for craniosacral massage therapy and that helped with the pain and tenderness in my head. Thank you Chris and Celana!! read more

Rose and Chris are both amazing. Seriously amazing. I started seeing Chris for acupuncture in preparation for becoming pregnant a few years ago. I then saw him weekly during my first trimester and monthly after that. Chris is excellent at what he does. Very warm and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him. I started going to see Rose once I became pregnant. I wanted someone who was good, but who was also certified in prenatal massage and she came highly recommended (by Chris and his wife, who had seen Rose during her pregnancy). I saw her throughout my pregnancy - sometimes once a week towards the end - and I consider those sessions with Rose one of the significant contributing factors to my having had a very healthy pregnancy and delivery. My daughter is now almost 2 and I have continued to see Rose regularly. She is knowledgeable, thorough, professional, and OMG her massages are incredible. Every time I leave her office I think to myself, "I have got to find time to do this more often!" Three of my good friends have also started seeing Rose (two of them during pregnancies) and are also hooked. read more

I was seen by Chris Pearson 2 weeks ago for an acupuncture and massage session. It was my first time trying acupuncture ever and I was a little nervous because I'm just not good with needles. Chris was very thorough, professional, and has a great personality and sense of humor. He asked a lot of questions and engaged me in such a way that I found it easy to relax. I'm a pretty active person and came in for a stiff shoulder and sore heel, most likely due to my workout routine. Chris was very patient and detailed in explaining how he would go about treating my problems. The massage was good, intense...but the acupuncture portion of my session was super-trippy! I was lying on my stomach and Chris placed needles in the back of my neck, down my spine, some in the hip area, and in my wrists and ankles. Most of the needles I didn't feel at all while only a few felt like the tiniest pinch upon puncture, which dissipated immediately. (lying very still and breathing evenly helps too) I experienced numerous strange sensations that totally blew me away...pleasant, tingly feelings running down my nerves and a spread of warmth that washed over certain parts of my lower back and hips. At some point, Chris left the room so that I could have some quiet rest time and I felt like my consciousness just floated away to some nameless place. So weird. However, my mind was totally blown when he removed the needles. I felt this euphoric sensation sweep across my body from head to toe. I left Be Well feeling buzzed in a fantastic way...honestly, I was worried that I'd be pulled over for a DUI, but Chris assured me that the police wouldn't find any substances in my system. Lol. Oh yeah, and pain in my shoulder and heel were greatly alleviated as well. Good times, good times. I look forward to returning when I can afford another session. (starving student alert!) The quality of care I received here at Be Well is totally worth the cost, however. A visit to the doctor's office can easily set you back as much and even more. I highly recommend Chris and Be Well! read more

Chris and Leon have created a beautiful healing center. From the moment you walk in, you will start to feel more relaxed. I swear. If you don't, then walk outside and walk back in with a deeper breath because there is definitely a palpable feeling of calm inside of the "Be Well" space. I have only seen Chris for treatment thus far so this review will primarily be singing his praises. I imagine Leon is equally wonderful and fantastic, too. I've had the pleasure of chatting with him several times and he always manages to make me smile which is definitely a key ingredient to feeling welcome and safe with your healthcare provider. Chris's Tui Na treatments are fabulous. His understanding of the human body from both the eastern and western medical perspectives is phenomenal. He'll work through the range of motion of all of your joints and will even do subtle, skillful manipulations as needed. He pays keen attention to alignment and deeply listens to what the body needs. I have literally driven straight to his office after a long flight across the country and left feeling refreshed and without an ounce of jet lag. My body was humming as opposed to screaming in stiffness from hours and hours of air travel. His musical tastes for the treatment session are awesome. And he'll happily tell you all about the songs and the bands that he plays. He even lets you bring in your own music if you want. Lately I have seen Chris more for tui na than for acupuncture because Chris is my go-to Tui Na practitioner in the East bay. I have seen him many times in the past for acupuncture with great success. He's incredibly thorough with his intake process and always brings spiritual insight and wisdom to the table. I recall seeing him once when my period was very, very late, and it seemed like nothing would help. He gave me a wonderful treatment and a visualization and meditation to do while relaxing with the needles. He sent me home with an herbal formula and the advice to take it with a tiny amount of wine or sake. Within three hours, my period arrived. Very impressive! If you are lucky, you may receive cupping treatments from him from time to time. Let me tell you, they feel amazing. Very cleansing and powerful experience. I have seen many practitioners in the past and several have done cupping on me. No one is as talented as Chris with that modality. Try it. See Chris! And I'm sure, see Leon too! read more

I saw Chris (aka Christ) Pearson today for the first time on a living social deal. He spent 2.5 hours with me doing a thorough intake. Yes, that is not a typo. 2.5 hours. I was blown away by him as I haven't met someone with that kind of "presence" in a very long time. He is professional, talented and truly caring. He brings a lot of emotion and wisdom to his practice. I imagine this guy has healed and will heal thousands of people in his lifetime - he just has this sort of gift. It's hard to explain in words - just go check him out and go with an open heart. I found myself opening up to him and trusting him as I would with my best friend. Also, somehow we got to talking and I learned some interesting things about Chris. He's got a great life story. I can't stop thinking about parts of his life story actually. I can't wait to go back and see him. I intend to make him part of my own healing journey. read more

I had been looking for an acupuncturist, but really intimidated since there aren't many in my area and soooo many in other locations. I have a life long chronically painful fused ankle. He has tendentious in his arm from work. Neither of us can change our lifestyle much to affect the pain. Nor do we want to live off pain pills. Acupuncture seemed right up our ally. I found Be Well through a Groupon deal... the first I bought from them... but I called Be Well before purchasing to understand more since neither of us have tried acupuncture before. Chris answered at 9 am and was very patient and answered all my questions. Dealing with Groupon and getting the deal was easy. Also easy to hand that over to Chris as proof of payment. We both work so we had apts at 6pm. Both men are working fathers and still take time out of their evenings to see people when it works for them. Chris was perfect for my BF. As a sport medicine doctor he really understood what my BF needed. Leon was great and it wasn't too awkward telling him all the intimate details they ask. I liked how he told me what he was doing step by step and all the varieties of treatment. As a first time patient I recommend both these gentlemen. They are highly skilled and schooled in this, which is obvious speaking with them for the first time. My BF already has a second apt. FYI - metered parking - Chris warned me. read more

As a fitness/yoga professional I have been to many acupuncturists, body workers, and healers in my time. Chris is by far my favorite -- and was so instantly. I found Be Well through Groupon, so I really wasn't expecting to land on such a gold mine. Chris is extremely knowledgable and is a natural healer and teacher. In just a few weeks he's helped with some chronic injuries I've had for years as well as a more recent injury. He explains what's likely going on in your body and how is treating it in great detail and in a way you can understand. I learn something new about myself every time I go in there. He is well versed in so many modalities and his technique is on point. And, as an added bonus, he is just a great, fun and funny human being to be around. I have already recommended him to many friends and clients and will continue to do so! read more

I found a great deal through Groupon and found high reviews on Yelp for Be Well Interactive Healing. I recieved an acupuncture / massage from Leon which was very aggressive in his treatment. I highly recommend Leon and Be Well Interactive Healing. read more

Visiting Be Well Integral Healing Space is the best thing that happened to me all year! Chris provided an amazing experience that really helped me understand acupuncture and how holistic healing works. He was extremely knowledgeable and wonderful. He is a great listener and I feel very taken care of during the treatment. As we go through my life style and habits, we come to realize I have not been taking care of myself and is not treating myself very well both physically and emotionally. All that stress and overindulgence with fast food could have caused a lot of issues for my body. Chris helped me to set goals and set baby steps to improve my conditions. He gave me some great advice and was very clear on explaining to me why I should establish a healthy life style. I went in because I suffer from neck and upper back pain and occasional numbing of the arm. Chris explained to me what could have caused these symptoms and what I can do to assuage these problems. I feel much better after the initial treatment and I am definitely going back for more. Thanks Chris!! and thanks to Groupon for connecting me to Be Well Integral Healing Space!! read more

First impression, as I entered the Be Well Integrative Healing Space I was immersed in a vibrant energy of love. Chris, Leon, and Rose are all welcoming and outgoing people that make you feel right at home. And I'm not quite sure what the scent is they have in there, but damn it smells good!! My appointment was for a 90-minute massage with Rose who had came highly recommended by many of other healers/body workers that I work with. As a chiropractor, it is crucial that I surround myself with other healers that can keep me functioning optimally so that I can deliver the best care possible to the people I serve. Rose did not only meet my expectations, but far exceeded what I thought was possible. She listened, REALLY LISTENED, to everything I had been experiencing and had a gentle yet direct approach that resolved many of my issues with ease. She has an amazing intuitive awareness about knowing the correct amount of pressure to apply, at the exact place it needs to be applied, for an exact amount of time, so that muscle relaxation can occur naturally. Nothing felt forced, it just felt GOOD. Following my appointment, I also scheduled my wife for a pre-natal massage which she absolutely LOVED!! I can't recommend Rose or Be Well enough. This is where I send all my patients who inquire about massage therapy and acupuncture. Oakland is blessed to have these amazing people to help us HEAL :) read more

If any of you need some GOOD back work done... Rose Foronda is ur woman! She works the rope knots up and down my spine like no one else has. She intuitively knows just where the spots are and how to work it all out. I normally can't go to female's for massage, they are never strong enough for me...but Rose works it out! She's a natural born healer. Note...40% off on Friday's too!! Namaste' read more

I have been seeing two practitioners at Be Well since the beginning of the year, and am over the top happy with them! Dr Sara Norris has helped me deal with some crazy seasonal allergies. Seeing her is always a pleasure, as she is kind, listens patiently and attentively, and really knows what she's doing. She created a plan, both long and short-term for me, and updates it every time I see her. Chris Pearson has helped me recover from a car accident, and really has proven to be an amazing source of support in my quest for wellness. In my initial visit, he shocked me by picking up on some not-so-obvious issues that I knew deep-down I needed to address, as well as the ones that were calling out loudly. Chris truly is a caring healer with a generous spirit. Also, he does some seriously effective and sometimes intense bodywork, as well as providing acupuncture treatments that leave me feeling like I've had a vacation in the middle of the day. My aches and pains (as a middle-aged hip hop dancer) have quieted significantly, usually completely, and I look forward to each appointment. I am SO very grateful that I ventured out and found Be Well. My life has improved immeasurably as a result. read more

This review is well overdue. Leon is an ultimate professional practitioner. From the first appointment he made sure I felt completely comfortable and helped me address a number of issues. I have been completely satisfied with acupuncture to address several concerns (improving a digestive issue IMMEDIATELY), massages and herbal recommendations. I highly recommend the services provided by Be Well. read more

If I could give 10 stars I would. 5 years of pain went away after just one visit. Chris is incredibly knowledgeable about his practice. He is insightful and listens to you then explains the connections in the body that need reconnecting. Chris has a wealth of information and life experience which makes for a great conversation during your visit and an environment of ease. I recommend this to anyone experiencing pain and looking to solve the problem not simply mask the symptoms. Chris and Solana are committed to supporting the community of Oakland and helping others be well. There is really nothing better than waking up pain free and feeling like you are living life again. If you are tired of pain and want to make it go away and learn how to keep it away go see Chris and Celana at Be Well Natural. read more

Celana's hands are magical. I don't know what she does or how she does it, but after every Chraniosacral therapy session with her, I feel a deep peace - similar to coming out of a silent meditation retreat. If you have a sensitive nervous system - or just are feeling the stress of the world right now, go see Celana! She can also combine craniosacral therapy with massage, so you can have your muscles and your nervous system worked out at the same time. Truly healing. I'm so grateful for her work. For a real treat, see Celana right before getting accupuncture with Chris. You'll leave transformed. Trust and believe. read more

I went to Leon because of pain in my arm & wrist, I was worried I was going to end up with carpal tunnel. At my initial appointment Leon asked me to describe the pain. He explained to me what he thought was causing the issues & talked about how he intended to treat me. He also told me some things that I could do at home to continue therapy on my own - stretches, posture, & massaging my forearm. I felt much better after the first treatment, not immediately, but by the end of the day. It was amazing. After a little over a month of treatments the pain is gone! read more

OMG!! Leon has been amazing. I had Bell's Palsy in 2000 and it felt like it was coming back a couple of months ago and his treatment with the facial needles and neck and back massage is helping heal. He is also very caring and listens to you and has a lot of of experience. I do believe that Holistic medicine/treatments are a great way to avoid pain pill meds, etc. Sofia read more

I checked out the FREE Second Sundays and received a FREE massage from Rose. All I can say is her hands are amazing!!! At the end of the massage she even showed me some exercises (with a tennis ball) I can do to work out the tension I tend to hold in my neck and shoulders/back. The ultimate plus...she gave me a FREE tennis ball! I will definitely be back. p.s. I've heard a lot of great feedback and recommendations for Chris. Listen...stop reading and go get healed! read more

I've been shouting Chris Pearson's name from the rooftops ever since my 10 year old daughter saw him for the first time 2/7. Here's why: After multiple blood tests, x-rays and an MRI, not to mention the dozen or so visits with various docs, I made a desperate call to Be Well looking for anything to break a pain cycle my daughter had been dealing with for over a week from a knee injury she had back in early January. Chris spent a lot of time on the phone with me, getting the story, listening patiently and asking great questions. I told him of her anxiety regarding the needles and her fatigue over getting poked and prodded over and over and no one making her feel better. He assured me he would work with her to determine how her treatment would go, that he was a parent of 3 boys, one close to her age so was very comfortable talking with kids about tough stuff. We scheduled an appt. for later that day. And just like that, our journey on the pain path took a totally new direction. During our visit he talked to her about her ability to take control over her healing, how acupuncture could help and what he was doing with every new technique he used. She accepted 4 needles, and I watched her lay peacefully still for the first time in a week for over 20 minutes. She has not been on what was her regular cocktail of motrin, vicodin & valium since that day. She sees him about once a week, and after every treatment she gains more mobility with less pain every time. Chris has a gift, there is no doubt in my mind, & while my daughter still grumbles on the way to every appointment, I am joyful to go because A) I know she will improve & B) with his gentle, relaxed approach and a dash of some subtle spiritual education, I'm getting healed along the way! Do yourself and the community the HUGE & LOVING favor by supporting this amazing clinic and it's practitioners. I'm confident it will be the best thing you do for yourself in a very long time. read more