I've been working with Victoria for about a year and I can't recommend her enough if you're looking for acupuncture and holistic support for stress relief, hormone balancing, or overall wellness. Victoria is an incredibly skilled and knowledgeable practitioner with calm, gentle, and grounding presence. I appreciate that she takes the time to explain what she's doing and why and our sessions never feel rushed. She's super sweet and easy to talk to. I also received a custom herbal formula from Victoria which has been wonderful as adjunct support. Each session leaves me feeling more relaxed and nourished and my nervous system has never been happier! Blue Sky has an online system which makes booking appointments super convenient; it also tracks your appointment history which I appreciate. If you're in Oakland and looking for a compassionate, experienced acupuncturist who offers personalized care, I highly highly recommend Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio and Victoria! read more

Victoria is amazing! I've had chronic back pain since my accident for years. I honestly thought I'd have to feel dull achy pain daily for the rest of my life!!! That's when a staff member referred me to Victoria. During my initial visit, Victoria asked a series of questions. She determined my needs and began to needle. At that point in time, I had high levels of pain throughout my back. Not only did Victoria needle all of my trauma points, she also placed CBD ointment and a heat lamp on the area that bothered me the most. Victoria also did some flash cupping for me as well. The next day, following my initial visit, my lingering pain disappeared!!! I could not believe that just after 1 visit, that my pain level diminished. Victoria is currently open for essential employees during the pandemic and I am truly grateful. Not only are her needling skills on point, she's also warm and compassionate. Seeing her brightens my day! Thank you Victoria!!! Also, she takes Landmark insurance!!! All of my colleagues and I swear by her!!! read more

Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio - love this place! - Acupuncture Near Me - Oakland, California

Victoria is a godsend! She's kind, knowledgeable, patient, and really good at what she does. I always leave her studio feeling 100x times better and more relaxed than before I walked in the door. It's also really easy to schedule appointments online. Hurry up and get your butt in there for an acupuncture treatment. read more

Lisa is a true healer! She seems to have a solution for everything weather it's treated with cupping, aromatherapy, massage or acupuncture. I have had really great success working with her I have chronic neck pain and these treatments are really make a difference. If you have a cold or any random issue comes up tell her and she will add on a treatment Lisa is the best!! read more

Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio - Me after cupping with needles. Btw this is most relaxing part of my week. - Acupuncture Near Me - Oakland, California

Blue Sky Acupuncture is a gem of a place. Very clean and cozy, with a great atmosphere and décor. But, the best part is the quality of the service. I have a stiff neck and tight lower back. I also have ulnar nerve neuropathy. So, I recently started getting acupuncture to help with the tight muscles. I get a treatment every week, and I often combine it with cupping or gua sha, which is scraping with a copper tool to increase blood flow and break up adhesions. No matter what treatment I get, I always feel great afterwards. Victoria is so good at what she does. Not only that, but she is warm, kind, and dedicated to making her patients feel better. She truly goes above and beyond to make sure you get the absolute treatment possible. I feel very lucky and thankful I discovered this gem of a place!! read more

I've been going to Victoria for acupuncture and herbs for the last 6 months and I have gotten much better thanks to her treatments (neck, back, and mental health). She's very knowledgeable and thoughtful in her treatments and I always feel great leaving and can't wait to go back. They have a massage therapist that works there as well who is great (Miguel). I am very blessed to be continually treated by Victoria at Blue Sky. read more

I love receiving acupuncture from Lisa Langlands at Blue Sky Acupuncture just as much as the healing results that come about. Initially, I came because of pain in my right hip due to osteoarthritis--not quite bone-on-bone, but tending in that direction. It hurt not only when I lay in bed at night, but also sometimes when I walked down the street--to the point where I was going out of my way not to walk so as not to put pressure on my hip. "Can you help me?" I asked her at that first visit. "I'll certainly try," she answered, smiling what I've since come to think of as her characteristic grin. And then she did the things that all acupuncturists do--took a detailed medical history, asked about the level and frequency of the pain, and so on, and inserted the needles in all the appropriate places. I felt a bit better after just the first appointment. Then, over time, I began to feel considerably better. But Lisa also did things that went beyond the basics of her job and convinced me that I was (literally) in very good hands. For one thing, she taught me a physical therapy exercise, and recommended getting actual physical therapy to strengthen the muscles around the problematic joint. This, I did (after getting a referral from my primary-care doctor), and the exercises I was given indeed have helped significantly. This solution never would even have occurred to me (I don't tend to think in terms of exercise), had she not suggested it. For another thing, she took all of me into account--my feelings, my energy levels, the current barometer of my spirit. I felt a deep, sweet trust in her open up in me as she asked questions, listened, and counseled in a way that caused me to feel--I can't think of a better word--cherished. By the time I was lying down on the (heated) massage table with three pillows (one for my head, one between my knees, and one to hold to my chest--the "huggie") and a furry blanket keeping me safe and warm, I was so ready to relax into the experience that there was no resistance at all. I felt like a much-loved child being tucked in for the night and sent off to "sweet dreams" (which actually did, sometimes, happen while lying on the table). "This is the best rest I get!" I tell her when she returns to the room to remove the needles. Lisa is a born nurturer, a healer. And everyone needs that. She is also truthful about what she may not know, but is willing to try and find out on your behalf. So: expert and holistic, attentive and caring, committed and kind, sparkling and good-humored, Lisa offers a deeper menu of care than only the needles she is skilled at inserting in the right places. If you need care for pain (pretty much on any level) or out-of-sortsness, I fully recommend that you see this wonderful healer. You will walk out happier and healthier. read more

I've been seeing Victoria for years, first for pain management and now for fertility. She's a great listener, is very reassuring and I find her treatments to be very effective. After a session my whole nervous system is calmer, and I sleep better. I've also had success so far with the fertility treatments. I also appreciate the ease of online booking, and she takes my insurance! read more

When you have a mother-in-law as an acupuncturist you're a bit picky on who you let work on you, especially when you're pregnant! After searching around for a while I stumbled upon Victoria at Blue Sky Acupuncture. Victoria has always made me feel relaxed and comfortable, something that's hard to do when you're in your third trimester. She was able to give me treatments specific to my needs and genuinely cared to alleviate any aches and pains I had. Many times studios focus on only Chinese or Western medicine but I appreciated the fact that she's knowledgable and good mix between the two. I definitely recommend her! read more

I've seen Lisa Langlands twice and I am looking forward to my next visits with her. Through her acupuncture and cupping treatments I feel as though I am on my way to recovery with back pain. Every time I leave I feel substantially better. The Studio is clean, welcoming and calming. The rooms are similar and you can tell that they take great care to provide a clean environment. This is my first time having acupuncture and I'm so happy I decided to try it. Lisa is extremely caring and personable and I appreciate all that she does. She works some magic! Note: They take ASH insurance :) read more

I started going to blue sky acupuncture a few weeks ago, I have arthritis in my hip and a torn meniscus. Lisa Langlands is the acupuncturist I've been seeing and she is fantastic!! There is no pain involved and she is very good at what she does. I'm certain that because of these treatments my pain has become very manageable, I almost feel normal again. Having these types of injuries is a long road to recovery so if you're looking for a nice, and clean comfortable place blue sky acupuncture comes highly recommended in my book. Thank you Lisa!!! The restaurants and shopping nearby are really good too read more

I started coming to Blue Sky in preparation for IVF fertility treatment. I did a number of sessions with Priscilla and one the day before our transfer with Victoria, and it worked for us on the first try!!! They are both wonderful, calming practitioners and I have found their rates to be reasonable, particularly with the Kaiser discount. Worth every penny! Beyond being ecstatic that we got pregnant, their treatments leave me with the most amazing feeling of wellness each time. My energy and mood feel better and I feel even more relaxed than when I get a massage. The clinic itself if non-pretentious and very neat, clean, and calming. The location is also fantastic and convenient. I plan to continue to patronize them anytime I come up against the need to more invasive medical treatment. read more

Priscilla is amazing! I've been getting treatments from Priscilla for a couple years now. I started with her at OAP and traveled to the Berkeley Acupuncture Clinic and now Blue Sky to continue seeing her specifically. This latest space is both professional and healing (and in an ideal location in North Oakland) - by far my favorite office! Blue Sky offers 4 different treatment rooms (each with massage tables) for privacy and the complete acupuncture experience. Priscilla is compassionate, focused, and gentle. I first started seeing her for foot issues (I saw several others, too). She was the only practitioner able to give me relief and finally solve my foot problems. I've since seen her for fertility, depression and general energy. When I got pregnant last winter, she knew before my pregnancy test confirmed - she could tell by my stronger pulse. What I value most in Priscilla is her desire to learn new strategies/methods/techniques and bring that knowledge back to her patients. She is forever seeking to become the best healer she can be. Regularly, I come into the office and she will try a new technique out that I've learned she just took a weekend clinic on. Several times, I've asked her for help or advice on an issue and she will research for an hour while my needles are doing their work, and I'll have answers by the end of my session. I feel indebted to Priscilla and her care - she's helped me through many rough patches and I will continue to see her as long as I can. I highly recommend her! read more

Priscilla is a wonderful practitioner! I called one morning and made a very last-minute appointment. She was (and is) incredibly patient and accommodating. She listened carefully while reviewing my health history and current issues. I instantly felt comfortable with her because of her calm, gentle demeanor and professionalism. When it came time for the needles to go in (yes, needles in my skin!) I was so impressed by how meticulously she calculated the precise locations for each one. Based on some of my information, she also offered me some herbs that she thought could be helpful. I appreciated that she offered without being the least bit pushy. I noticed immediate results from the first acupuncture treatment and have continued with three more appointments so far. I intend to continue to see Priscilla to help me stay vital and well! She's a gem. read more

I have been to Priscilla for acupuncture on and off for the past 2.5 years and I highly recommend her. Priscilla is very gentle and incredibly compassionate and knowledgable. I first went to see Priscilla when I was very stressed out and had been trying to get pregnant for more than a year (and after 3 failed IUIs). I had never had acupuncture before, but had always wanted to try it. Within 2 months of my first session, I was feeling much less stressed and I was pregnant! I recently went back to Priscilla with neck strain issues and again she helped me. After just a couple of sessions of acupuncture and cupping, I was much better. read more

Priscilla Meckel is an acupuncturist who deserves *more* than five stars. She is an excellent listener, extremely compassionate and knowledgeable, and has set the bar very high for acupuncturists everywhere. If you have any inclination to see an acupuncturist, I wholeheartedly recommend Priscilla at Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio. [I sought out Priscilla based on a friend's enthusiastic recommendation. She has done more for me (for stress management) than I ever could imagine. After two months of regular visits, it is clear to me that the incremental changes I've witnessed after each weekly session have added up into big, positive changes. I also had no idea that acupuncture could be so effective to treat high levels of stress, and I've encouraged everyone I know who regularly deals with acute stretches of stress to consider acupuncture as an integral part of long-term stress management.] read more

This review is for Lisa Langlands at Blue Sky Accupuncture Studio! After 2+ years of joint and hip pain I decided to give Blue Sky a try. It was my first acupuncture /cupping experience and I have to say that working with Lisa was magic . . . yes, she's that amazing! Since visiting Lisa for two months or so - it was the first time in 2 years I was able to walk, sit, stand, and sleep comfortably. This was all done with 1x wk sessions! Lisa was very kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable when it came to pin-pointing my pain and then working out the kinks. She's very funny too! I should also emphazise that if one is suffering with musculoskeletal discomfort or pain, please give Lisa/Blue Sky a shot - your body would thank you! As if Lisa couldn't be any better - she also helped navigate me through some insurance issues related to my time at Blue Sky. Dealing with chronic pain while trying to work with the insurance companies can be a drag but I'm glad that Lisa was able to help. As a final note, I 100% agree with a previous post that the clinic itself is not pretentious, but is very neat, clean, and calming. read more

I have seen Priscilla several times for acupuncture, and she is absolutely one of the most skilled and compassionate healers that I have ever seen. I highly recommend her. I love acupuncture, and it had been quite awhile since I had been to see anyone when I began seeing Priscilla. I was under a lot of stress from moving twice in six months, dealing with health issues and having just ended a difficult relationship. I was fully of anxiety and exhausted at the same time. Priscilla fixed me up fast - I felt wonderful after each treatment, and the herbs she gave me were also very supportive. After seeing her for a bit, my energy shifted 180 degrees for the better. If you need a fantastic acupuncturist, go see Priscilla Meckel. read more

So lucky to find out about this practice from yelp and even more fortunate that my insurance is accepted. I was having ankle and hip pain after a severe sprain 3 months ago... This middle-aged body has already been beat up quite a bit from snow boarding and a motorcycle accident. I also had a flare -up of an old shoulder problem but Lisa Langlands and Victoria Johnson took good care of me! Lisa incorporated cupping and essential oils to acupuncture .Victoria also did trauma points. The treatments were a good adjunct to stretches I was doing at home. After the 4th session my pain was pretty much gone. I highly recommend Blue Sky Acupuncture! read more

Lisa is awesome! I had been dealing with severe sciatica pain in lower back, buttock, and down towards the knee for the last month. After steroids, muscle relaxers, and trying to solve it on my own I decided to see Lisa because of her passion for Sports Medicine Acupuncture. I am an avid athlete who loves to golf and play ice hockey. I was excited to see she had experience and passion for implementing sports into acupuncture. Lisa is wonderful at understanding your pain levels and talking you through how bad things have gotten as well as goals for your future and how to get there. She is very patient and cares for your comfort. She also provides a discount for Kaiser Permanente health insurance members which was a huge plus for me while researching acupuncture studios in Oakland. Highly recommend Lisa Langlands and I will be back. read more

I had a spasm in my lower back/hip and could barely get myself to the studio, but after an hour (actually 1.5, she generously extended my time) with Lisa I was able to walk out quite comfortably. She used a combination of acupuncture, oils, electrical stimulation and also taught me a great stretch exercise I can do everyday. She also followed up with me a couple days later to make sure I was doing OK - her overall care is really appreciated! read more

Frozen shoulder one day, almost cured the next. No kidding. I'd been to physical therapy, chiropractor care, EVEN a cortisone shot straight into the shoulder. Nothing. Absolutely nothing. Then, just for the sake of trying, I came to Blue Sky Studio. Victoria did some cupping and some needles. THE NEXT DAY I was about 50% better. The next week? Almost stopped noticing it. This was after 7 months of agonizing pain. Victoria knows exactly what she's doing and targets the pain -- in the left calf for my right shoulder?? Who would have thought that would do the trick. I'm forever grateful. Oh, and they accept insurance. I know. Crazy lucky that I found this place and you should go, too. Don't believe in it? Neither did I. Just go. read more

Priscilla is a wonderful wellness practitioner. Patient, knowledgeable, and gives great acupuncture treatments. It is also a plus that she is walking distance from my house. So glad you have joined the neighborhood! read more

I've been five times now and every time I get out I feel like I'm walking on air. I originally came in due to being rear ended and wanted to find a great acupuncturists where I could walk to. This location is all the way towards the end of Piedmont Avenue closer to Broadway. It's very clean and they give you snacks and water. Since going here, I've started accupuncture for fertility issues and menstrual irregularities. Let's see how this goes. i've seen both acupuncturists Priscilla and Victoria and they're both great. If you have Kaiser, Victoria will take your insurance. Anytime I have a physical body Ailment I ask what I can do for this and get a pretty good response back. This is my go to place if my back hurts, I'm tired and lethargic or if I want to take a nap and get some needles poked in me. read more

I came to see Victoria for severe back pain. It was difficult for me to sit, stand or walk for long periods. I had to stop running because the pain became so intense. Victoria is very knowledgeable and strategic in the way she approached my presenting issues. She applied a technique called Gua Sha, which helped release muscle tension. Wow! This totally helped disrupt the pain patterns and reset my muscles to relax. I have combined acupuncture with physical therapy and am feeling so much better, while slowly working back to running. Thank you Victoria for helping to initiate my healing process! read more

I had a wonderful first treatment with Victoria yesterday. She was very thorough and professional. The office is very peaceful, as well. In addition to cupping and acupuncture, I also received herbs that were specially formulated for me. They also take certain insurance plans which is helpful. Before my appointment, Victoria sent me all the forms I would need for my appt. and also gathered insurance info in advance- so easy to work with. I left my appt. feeling really refreshed and am looking forward to my next visit! read more

I highly recommend Victoria Johnson. She brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and intuition to her work -- and a sense of humor to boot. I have seen quite a few acupuncturists in my time and Victoria's bedside manner is really terrific. read more

Lisa has been my acupuncturist and massage therapist for about 7 years and I have been very happy with her. Her new place is very clean and accommodating to her clients. read more

Huge fan of Blue Sky. I've only seen Victoria, but she has been wonderful. I've referred my husband, a good friend, and a coworker and all agree that she has been great at addressing various issues (heel pain, anxiety, nausea, migraines, etc.). Highly recommend. The office is both inviting and clean. read more

I have been coming to Victoria for treatment for 5 years; starting when I was in the middle/end of the storm of perimenopause and dealing with years of untreated endometriosis and dysmenorrhea and pretty much more miserable with each monthly visit from my body to the point where it was one big blur of pain and mental/emotional discomfort. Over the last 5 years Victoria has treated me for various 'female issues' (excessive pain, excessive bleeding, persistent pain and bleeding, moodiness, brain fog, feeling depleted/tired/fatigued) as well as tangentially related stress and anxiety (could be perimenopause, could be residual PTSD from various events) and for injuries/pain related to years of over using knees (I was a trail runner and 2 knee surgeries later I still had pain making hiking painful, weekly treatments have me nearly pain free on hikes) as well as various other things that come and go in the course of life. This is a partnership, not a magic treatment - you have to do you part and change you diet, lifestyle, and mindset towards life/stress as much as you can, but she works with you on these things in a non-judgemental/shaming manner - you had wine? yeah, no one is perfect, she factors these imperfections into the weekly treatment. If you are diligent in your attention toward how you are feeling in your body and acupuncture treatments (the best reflection time you'll have all week to process how you are feeling, or take a nap!), over time you will learn more about your body and how what you do/don't do/eat etc affects how you feel and acupuncture is there to boost you, not cure you. I highly recommend Victoria for anyone entering the menopause years, I feel like I have sailed through relatively unscathed compared to my friends who did nothing or traditional drugs/hormones. read more

Victoria is an intuitive healer. My husband and I have been receiving acupuncture and herbal treatments from Victoria for the past few months. He is in a high stress job and has many aches and pains including sleeplessness, high blood pressure, digestive problems, and a general feeling of exhaustion. Acupuncture has been a saving grace. He is asleep almost as soon as the needles go in and wakes feeling refreshed and energized. Victoria's thorough overview of our lifestyle and health concerns is professional and courteous. I was less open to receiving acupuncture and she was very sensitive to taking it at my speed. She has also made me several herbal mixtures that have this 50 something menopausal woman feeling better than ever. The new clinic is beautiful, clean, well organized and located in a great neighborhood. We look forward to visiting her for many years to come in our efforts to maintain health and prevent illness. read more

Acupuncture with Priscilla Meckel was the cornerstone of my treatment for fibromyalgia while I was living in the bay area. Fibromyalgia is a tricky illness to treat. And it can be tough to find a practitioner who is patient, empathic, determined, and knowledgeable enough to really help. I've seen specialists and tried several medications, various exercise regimens, increasing sleep, stress reduction techniques and more, but until I came to see Priscilla, nothing provided much relief. I believe that working with Priscilla helped my symptoms more than any of these other approaches. I still have bad days and flare ups, but they are less intense and fewer and farther between. Priscilla is extremely passionate about what she does, and that comes through in several ways. She takes her time. She listens. She keeps herself up-to-date on the latest developments in technique, so I feel confident in the treatment I'm getting. And she very obviously cares. She actually spends time outside of treatment sessions thinking about her patients and researching strategies for them. To be that invested is a rare thing to find in any type of health practitioner. Her holistic treatment approach is very refreshing - in addition to acupuncture treatments and occasional herbs, she helped me learn about nutrition and how my eating habits affect the way I feel. To top it all off, her new studio - Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio - is amazing! It's a really nice compromise between a laid back community acupuncture setting and a more clinical acupuncture office. It feels personal, yet very professional. I couldn't be happier to have had Priscilla as my acupuncturist! She made a major difference in my life. She treats a variety of conditions - if you've been thinking about trying acupuncture, you should check out Blue Sky Acupuncture Studio! read more

I've never tried acupuncture in my life..until today. I was having some problems with tightness in my upper back and some general anxiety and stress. Victoria was very thorough in her intake process and remedied my situation with a combination of massage, cupping and acupuncture. I was completely put at ease and felt amazingly refreshed and pain free as a result of my visit. I will not hesitate to recommend this place to family & friends! read more

On my first visit I worked with Victoria. She has a very warm soul. I needed acupuncture done for leg pain that I have been experiencing and she knew exactly what to do...I'm feeling better today. read more

I've been going to Priscilla for acupuncture for a number of issues over the past year. I can't say enough great things about her. She's very compassionate, patient and knowledgeable in Chinese medicine. The studio itself is very clean, comfortable and relaxing. I always look forward to my sessions at Blue Sky. Both the studio and Priscilla are highly recommended. read more

What a great experience! I have received several acupuncture treatments with Victoria and she is amazing. She has gone above and beyond what I expected. From recommending foods that would benefit me, to showing genuine compassion when I have showed up in pain. Can't recommend this place enough.... read more

amazing place!!! I love Victoria she literally cured years of back problems

Definitely a fan of Blue Sky acupuncture and of Priscilla's as a practitioner. Priscilla is thoughtful, insightful, knowledgeable, and soothing in her practice. She never rushes her treatment and always listens well about any new concerns. While I originally went to her for one issue, I wound up also getting treated for heel, shoulder, and leg pain. Priscilla's gentle and healing touch always worked for me. I highly recommend her! read more