Lynn is a true healer, combining a wealth of knowledge and experience with deeply caring space-holding. Lynn took the time to really understand my history and concerns, and with her toolkit of skills was able to provide a holistic approach. I felt her care, presence and attunement from the moment I arrived and throughout each session, allowing my nervous system to settle into deep relaxation and healing, even when working with trauma. I cannot recommend her enough. read more

I feel so blessed to have found Lynn. She is far more than just an acupuncturist--she is an intuitive, astute, and truly gifted healer with an incredible, empathetic heart. Her non-judgmental nature and expansive list of resources go well beyond her already vast expertise. When I came to her with a severe inflammatory crisis, Lynn became my guide to healing. Thanks to our partnership, I am now in complete remission. If you're looking for someone to support and guide you lovingly through your healing journey, Lynn is a beautiful soul who will hold you every step of the way. read more

Everything about working with Lynn is an A+, and I don't generally hand out a rating like that very easily. I have been to 7-8 different acupuncturists over the past few years on my health journey. Nothing comes close to comparing to what the experience with Lynn is like. The results reflect this completely. Office is welcoming and accommodating. Lynn is intuitive, highly knowledgeable and very thorough. Fantastic all around. read more

Lynn is amazing ! I went through 4 different acupuncturists before finding Lynn in San Francisco about 4 years ago. Since then, she has relocated to San Anselmo but I still make the drive out to see her for regular acupuncture appointments, she's that good! I love walking in through the front door, Lynn's space is so welcoming and calming. Lynn can help balance you out and have you feeling like you're on cloud 9 by the time you leave her practice! I appreciate everything she's done for me physically, mentally, and emotionally. I HIGHLY recommend giving acupuncture a chance, especially with Lynn . read more

Lynn is amazing! I have felt so much better since beginning acupuncture, and look forward to every appointment. Lynn has helped me navigate chronic neuropathy due to a nerve injury, which has helped me get back into an exercise routine that I abandoned for 5+ years. I didn't think I'd have the willpower to stick with Lynn's liver cleanse program, but the printed guide and online support inspired me to keep going, which cleared up my Eczema after years of struggle. I've told so many friends about Lynn. She really is amazing! read more

I've been seeing Lynn for acupuncture since 2008. She's THE best! Her liver cleanse programs are awesome. Her treatments have helped me immensely. Her expertise is coupled with kindness, compassion and empathy. read more

I'm so delighted to be in the care of this talented, knowledgeable and loving woman and practitioner of TCM I have thoroughly enjoyed the relationship we've built in-service to my health I even introduced my mom to Lynn. My mom, too, loved her treatments and fell in love with this doctor read more

I recently had a treatment with Lynn and was reminded immediately of the EXTRANESS of her care upon arrival. This woman truly SEES her clients and asks all of the right questions leading to an incredibly profound treatment. For me, the acupuncture from Lynn transports me to a deeper place of healing than anything I have tried in the past. I highly recommend this sacred space and this healer for anyone who wants to be held in love, light and integrity. read more

My work with with Clear Pathways has changed my life! From the first session on, I felt profound shifts. My body felt settled, and in alignment. My mind felt calm. My spirit felt omni-present. Lynn definitely takes a holistic perspective and shares profound insights and modalities to empower your innate ability to thrive. She's compassionate, wise, and grounded. I recommend this practice to anyone who is choosing to heal. This openness creates a clear pathway to a thriving life. read more

Lynn is magical. Never has a health professional spent that much time with my health history including past trauma, and I really loved the organ massage in addition to the acupuncture. Currently helping me with gut health and allergies. Feels amazing to finally have a health care provider. Only gonna see a MD for tests now. Acupuncture or another holistic modality is where it's at for me. read more

I have been seeing Lynn Belcher for years for different issues. She is a wonderful health practitioner and always listens and does research on what is bothering me before and after my treatments. She approaches everything with an open mind and has helped me with numerous physical pains as well as helped calming my anxiety and stress. Each time I leave a treatment I feel physically good as well as mentally grounded. My husband has also started seeing her and noticed big changes in the pains in his wrists and arms that he got from his job as a chef. She is always pleasant, helpful, and extremely wise when approaching what is bothering me. I trust that she is always giving me the best advice on how to take care of my health. I highly recommend her. read more

I've been getting acupuncture for 18 years, and seeing Lynn for the last 5 of those years, except for the time when she went on a deep learning sabbatical, and then she came back with even more healing magic! Lynn is a gifted healer. She is a talented acupuncturist, but she also brings in healing from many modalities and influences. I always learn a lot from Lynn, she really tries to empower her patients to know how to support ourselves. She is constantly searching, learning, and integrating new wisdom into her treatment and support of the whole human. For those who are new to acupuncture, or may be shy about it, you can trust Lynn. To get the most out of acupuncture, you really need to form a relationship with an acupuncturist so they can see how your body and emotional systems respond and adapt throughout the year and our seasonal cycles, etc. It's important to share everything that is going on... mind, body, and spirit. Lynn will not judge you or be shocked by pretty much anything! The new clinic she is working out of is very sweet, and surprisingly calm and nurturing for being so close to Haight street. You walk 1 block off the busy street and enter into another world. I have seen Lynn for any of a number of ailments, but I also recommend going just for the occasional tune-up and TLC. I highly recommend getting acupuncture plus Tui Na massage. It's like a mini spa day. She took great care of me when I broke my foot last Fall, and was even emailing me advice and suggestions before I could make it in for a treatment. Lynn is more than just a doctor, she is part of my team! I have recommended several of my friends to go see Lynn, because I want people I care about to get her great support and healing too! read more

Yep, I'm coming out of retirement for this one, because the people of SF need to know that there is a true healer in their midst. A few months ago I woke up with a pain in my knee. I researched what could be causing this wretched pain in my patella (yes, i learned a new word for knee) and I didn't have much luck on the interwebs. After hobbling through my work day, I came home and could barely walk up my flight of stairs. I popped a few pain pills that proved to be a futile attempt at relief as the pain in my knee had now spread to my lower back, my whole right leg and even my right arm. I seriously started freaking out. I tried lying down in my bed. I tried sitting down in a chair. I tried lying on the hard floor. I cried a bit, called to my cat and contemplated what a life as a cripple might be like and then I wised up and grabbed my iPhone and starting searching on Yelp for, well, HELP!! I came across a few listings for acupuncturists in my general area and started leaving messages. Since this was now past 8:30pm, I figured I was doomed to life of pain (yes, i am a bit dramatic when in pain, but this shit hurt!!!). About a half hour later, a 415 number showed up on my phone and on the other end of the call was a raspy and sultry voice with a kind of friendliness that instantly made me feel better. That was when I met Lynn Belcher. She made time for me the very next morning at the crack of ass. Well, it was more like 8:30am, but that is pretty much the crack of ass for me! Anyhoo. I found parking and approached the classic Victorian building and was greeted by her at the door. Super sweet, great smile and a calming energy that instantly made me feel like I had found the right girl to poke me with pins and make me all kinds of better. During our session, I explained my pain, my history and we got started. I felt a lot better right after our session ended, but knowing acupuncture, I also knew that it would take a few more sessions to get me back in non-limping action again. Those sessions happened and within a few weeks I was back on track and have been seeing Lynn ever since. It's been a few months now and my annoying back pain is gone. I used to get stabbing pains in my lower back when I walked around town and they are now gone. If I get a crook in my neck from sleeping wrong and she works her magic, pow, total relief! I really can't rave enough about Lynn. She's put me on a healthier track, has set me up with herbs and vitamins and my pain is gone. Awesometown. If you are looking for someone to put a smile on your face and make you feel free of pain, then give this lovely lass a try. You won't be sorry!! read more

I have not always been the nicest to my body. Your body is a temple? Yeah, the past couple years has been 'my body is the woodshed out back where you keep the garbage pails.' That old lawnmower with the broken blades and bad sparkplugs? Throw it in the back, we'll deal with it next summer. My metaphor has gone off the rails. So had my personal wellness. See what I did there? The thing about acupuncture is that you have to remember that it works best as a preventative care. But when you're seriously off-balance and your body is wondering what you've been doing to it, this is the best place to start. Lynn is not afraid to get down to the nitty gritty of why you feel like crap. Diet, alcohol consumption, sleep patterns, tongue fuzz, even bowel movements are important information to her. And she writes it all down with no judgement. Trust me, be honest with her and she'll target exactly where you need your energy channeled. For those of you who have the fear when it comes to needles, they're hair thin and you barely feel them. You lie down on the table, roll up your pant legs a bit, and Lynn talks you through all the places she will be administering the acupuncture in a very calming voice. Depending on what you're there for, she may give you a bit of an abdomen massage as well show you breathing techniques. Once you're all set, she dims the lights, turns on the music and lets you zone out in a meditative state for about 30 minutes. You chill out after with some tea and you reside in a little zen state for awhile. I sleep so soundly the night after a session, I wish I could visit her every day. My biggest mistake is I've been feeling great and healthy recently, so this is now the perfect time for me to go back to make sure that I stay in this state. Let me put that on my to-do list... read more

I owe Lynn Belcher a debt of gratitude that is difficult to describe adequately. When I first met Lynn, I was suffering from an injury that was the result of thoracic trauma during a skiing accident. I had been through PT, chiro, and other treatments, but their treatments often felt inadequate and failed to address the root causes of the issues leaving me suffering from chronic pain. Lynn's intuitive use of acupuncture and other Chinese medicine treatments (gua sha in particular for me) opened up a whole new process of recovery that had previously gone unaddressed. Lynn's treatments helped bring life to areas that had been long dormant as a result of the injury. She has also been a wealth of knowledge when discussing things that I can do outside of the treatments. While I still have room to recover and plenty of work ahead of me, I feel confident that I will continue to make progress. I'm consistently thankful that I chose to seek Lynn's help and would definitely recommend that others do so also. read more

I was referred to and met Lynn Belcher through my acupuncturist, John Nieters, in Alameda. (I was looking for a talented healer on my side of the Bay.) Let me just say, taking any customer off the hands of the experienced and talented Dr. Nieters is a tall order -- and Lynn clears that bar with ease. Lynn is unmistakeably a gifted healer, not only in her training and acumen, but also in her calm, grounded presence during your consultation. I have seen her for more than one one kind of treatment need, and have felt and seen concrete, positive improvements in my health. read more

I came to Lynn with shoulder and hands problems due to my writing work and the fact that I mostly communicate with my thumb via text (but never while driving of course). This pain has been going on for over a year and a half and was pretty debilitating to the point that I wondered whether I would have to make a career change. I scheduled a series of sessions with her, which included acupuncture, massage, and herbs to nourish the muscles. This was my first acupuncture experience ever and I admit I had doubts about the efficacy of it. So happy to be proven wrong! I am currently pain free! The sessions themselves are amazing-- she is meticulous yet casual and approachable in her demeanor. She is non-judgmental during our consultations and fine tunes the acupuncture based on our discussions. I felt like I was being stabbed by a friend-- but in a good way. Now that I have discovered her, I will continue to check in at regular intervals to maintain my health. read more

I am so pleased to have found Lynn. Having received quite a bit of acupuncture, I had assumed that it would take me months, if not years, to find my practitioner here in the Bay Area. I feel lucky that this was not at all the case. Lynn has a lovely presence and clearly knows her stuff inside and out. She gave me quite a bit of positive feedback as well as helpful suggestions, and she really took her time getting familiar with my system. Her work was incredibly resourcing and effective, and I can tell that prolonged work with her will be profound and transformative. I'm so looking forward to my next session. read more

I'm amazed how quickly a treatment with Lynn resets my whole state of being. No matter how stressed out or overwhelmed or tired I may be when I arrive, after her treatment I feel a total reset on all levels. There must be something going on more than just needles! I wholeheartedly recommend working with Lynn. read more

I highly recommend Lynn for her relationship skills, holistic knowledge, blended modality style and exceptional effectiveness. Each aspect of myself- mind, body, spirit -- is met and honored in her space. I've sampled several acupuncturists for more than 7 years and Lynn is by far my preferred provider. My visits with Lynn are more than healing, they are life-giving and nourishing. I feel like a family member, a loved one whose overall wellness she is highly invested in. I prefer Lynn so much that I schedule my week around her treatments. I leave her table reset, retuned, recharged and ready to reengage in my full life. Try Lynn and you will quickly become an evangelist too. read more

I'm well overdue in writing this review for Lynn, who I saw for a few months before she left on sabbatical to South America (she's back now!). Originally referred to me by my ex boyfriend, who has been seeing her for well over 5 years, she was my first visit to see an acupuncturist in my lifetime. The reason I went to Lynn was for excruciating shoulder pain that had stuck with me for over 3 weeks, starting to creep up into the base of my neck and head and no amount of physical therapy and adjusting my ergonomic desk set up was working. It was debilitating, I could barely move my head, I wasn't sleeping at night and walking was starting to become painful. The great thing about Lynn is that she diagnosis the entire body and all its issues, not just the immediate issue at hand, and so I walked out with quite a few lifestyle changes to consider - and a pain-free neck and shoulder! To start, she spent time quietly observing me, how I held my body, my weight, how I breathed. Something I've always known is that I hold tension in my shoulders, but no one has ever pointed out to me that it's tied to how I breathe. Back in college, I struggled with vocal nodules and strained vocal chords because of a particular job that caused strain to my voice, to where it hurt to breath many times because of my closed airways. I had always been a singer, always had breathed through my diaphragm, but it turns out that I had retaught myself how to breathe over the course of those years struggling with my voice. I had become a shallow breather, breathing in through my chest instead of my stomach. This not only forced me to have vocal chord issues, but it also meant my shoulders weren't relaxing naturally because of the way I breathed. In short, my breathing was negatively affecting my posture and therefore, causing me to have these types of neck and shoulder issues. She spent well over 20 minutes coaching me on how to adjust that breathing, exercises that I could do at night before bed to relax me but also retrain myself how to breathe. Needless to say, I've now had 2 years straight with little vocal strain or shoulder/neck pain! She also recommended magnesium intake to help with blood flow and overall health, energy levels which has also helped out as well. As for treating my shoulder, she shared with me up front that she typically would not have used the electro-pulse therapy methods on first-time acupuncture patients, but it was clear to her that it was time for an exception because of the level of pain. Think of this as like putting tiny miniature cable jumpers onto a few needles in my back and then letting gentle, soothing waves of electropulse wash over your body while you sleep with a heat lamp warming you. It was absolutely wonderful...I passed out for a good 45-minute sleep on her table, had wonderful incredible dreams and woke up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated (I woke up drooling, that's how effective it was at helping me fall asleep). We did a second session to make sure it was completely eradicated, but honestly, the first session on its own had me feeling like a new person. Even though being over $100 to visit her is more expensive than other acupuncturists you can see over in ChinaTown or at community health centers, you cannot trade off the entire experience and whole-body fix that you'll get with Lynn. Worth every single penny to see her. read more

Lynn! I came and saw her a couple of times about my stiff neck, it had been flaring up and locking for four years, I am a printmaker and hurt it carving wood blocks. After our second session I was using the foam roller and taking her diet advice and POP! My vertebrae popped back into place and I instantly felt better; fundamentally better; healed. I've since also been much more aware of my histamine intake and my allergies are vertically gone. I am eternally grateful, she dramatically increased my quality of life. Go see Lynn, and take her advice. read more

Lynn is an incredibly talented and intuitive healer. I've sought help from her for knee pain in the past and, most recently, to overcome a specific condition I was dealing with. She really takes a mind-body approach and is able to hone in on exactly what the body needs to regain balance. She's also able to recommend Chinese herbs and other recs to support the treatments. I'm a wellness professional myself and frequently refer my clients to her. I really appreciate her thoughtful and caring approach. read more

Lynn is awesome! I've watched her from a afar as my mom became her patient. Watching my mom take her suggestions and herbs has been amazing! That's a miracle in itself. I decided to write a review because I have never felt safer and more in control of my health than I have with Lynn. Lynn does a wonderful job of providing me the support to take my own initiative about my health. I see her for my complicated health issues that require deeper treatments and super cool herbs. Her tui na is magical! As I am a student of Chinese medicine I also utilize community acupuncture which really adds to my treatments with Lynn giving me amazing healthcare in a system where western medicine is frequently not available to me. Thanks for creating such an awesome practice! read more

I just went snowboarding for 10 consecutive days in Tahoe and, while I wear double-hinged knee braces on both knees these days so I can continue to ride harm without risking further damage, my knees were trashed by the end of this legendary 10-in-a-row. I was having trouble laying on my side, walking up or down steps, even getting up off the floor or from a kneeling position...and I'm only 37!!! I touched base with Lynn when I returned home and saw her 3 days after my last day on the mountain. She treated my knees with needles w/electro-stim clips attached to them AND I WENT BACK UP TO THE MOUNTAIN THE NEXT DAY AND RODE 14 RUNS FOR A TOTAL OF 13,000 VERTICAL FEET! My knees were almost like new the next day. I have NEVER experienced the kind of rapid recovery that acupuncture gives me. It's like steroids without the need for anything but a pin prick to tell your body, "Hey! Can you please fix me here? I'm hurt!" And the body responds! Amazing. I'm now back from my 11th day of 15 days and have virtually no pain in my knees beyond the normal kinks I feel when I do something like taking a step off balance. Thanks again, Lynn! You're the best!!! read more

I do not have words to express how amazing Lynn is. She is a true healer, her energy is fantastic, and her kindness is palpable.

As a bodyworker myself I appreciate a smart intuitive therapist. Lynn is very sharp (no pun intended). I was feeling depleted and sore after the holiday rush and a bit too much fun to boot. I was beginning to feel sick, and was tired all the time. After just one session (during which i felt like i was floating the whole time) my symptoms cleared up the next day and I found I had a ton more energy. She's also just a cool person and good to know. If you've never tired acupuncture before, or are looking for a good person to start again with I definitely recommend Lynn! read more

Lynn has always been a healer in my mind and my recent acupuncture visits confirm my thoughts about her. I had a pinched nerve in my shoulder\neck... Like I said, I HAD a pinched nerve! Lynn is a wonderful person and her personality shines through in her work. My visits with her were pleasant and very relaxing. I highly recommend you contact her for an appointment. Thanks for fixing me up Lynn! You're the best!!! read more

I always feel like I am floating in bliss every time I leave my acupuncture appointment with Lynn. She works magic. The only sad part is when I have to leave and face the harsh-outside-non-acupuncture world. Thank you for helping me find peace... read more

I've been seeing Lynn for many years. Her complete healing methods and clear soothing manner add much to her expert acupuncture skills. The Stanyan St. healing center is the perfect ambience for restorative healing. I'm 74 years old and have just recently survived a bunionectomy. The healing process was extensive, and painful. When I was able to walk (with lots of help) I went to Lynn. The acupuncture, massages and energy healing I received was so helpful that it cut my medical Dr.'s estimated time to heal by half! I'm very grateful. read more

THANK YOU LYNN! I feel incredible!!! This was my first ever acupuncture appointment (and this is my first Yelp review - so worth it!). As Lynn was preparing to needle the points she had selected, I could hear my mom's voice in my head, "You're going to let someone stick you with needles!?!" By this point, however, after talking and our initial intake I was confident in my trusting Lynn. She has a wonderfully peaceful presence and I found it easy to be open and honest. I am a body worker and my session was at the end of a long work day. Therefore, my hands were at the forefront of my concerns. Once on the table, my mother's apprehensions soon slipped from my thoughts and I discovered a calming and relaxing experience. However, it was when I got off the table and the results were immediately apparent that I was astounded. My hands have not felt this good - this absolved of tension in weeks! Furthermore, even though I stayed up visiting with friends, the next morning I was up with no problem - yes - no bartering with the snooze button - full of energy. I cannot remember the last time I had energy like this in the morning. Incredible!!! read more

I've always looked forward to my appointments with Lynn, I deeply respect her wisdom and love her grounded and sunny personality. She has helped me to improve my digestion, sleep, and overall wellness with acupuncture, herbs, nutrition and healing Chi Nei Tsang massage. I have so much gratitude for Lynn and her healing ways! She is EXCELLENT! read more

I'm a few months into being Lynn's client and it's turned my entire life around. From doing a combination of acupuncture and sports massage to help my chronic shoulder / back pain, to helping me with nutrition to sort out some (also chronic) allergies that were making my daily life pretty uncomfortable - I'm finally sleeping well, having more energy, and being more pain free than I have been in about 10 years. She's also great at helping me find ways to treat myself better without judging my past behavior or expecting me to act like a monk. HUGE A+. read more

It takes either an incredibly horrible experience or the complete opposite for me to be bothered to write a review. My experience with lynn has been absolutely amazing. I'm very familiar with asian and alternative healing so it takes a lot to convince me that they know what they are doing. Lynn is the first to gain my trust in a long time and I've seen many practicioners! Lynn is very knowledgeable and intuitive which is necessarily for this type of healing. I've only seen her twice but am going once a week to deal with my current issues. I suspect that I've found my acupuncture source for life. Thank you Lynn for the help I've already received and I look forward to having your continued healing. read more

Back to seeing Lynn. Needed her healing and positive energy. Just found out I have diabetes and I got a little bit down in the dumps about it. But, Lynn was so positive and said I could beat this thing. So, we are doing a little bit of acupuncture, focusing on that and trying some new supplements. We shall see in the next few months how things are going. Thanks Lynn for all you do. read more

Lynn is an incredible person and gifted professional that I trust 100%. After trying various over the counter and traditional methods to get rid of a stress and TMJ reduced headache, I tried acupuncture and massage with Lynn. It was the only thing that worked! There are very, very few people who have such a calming and healing presence. read more

LYNN IS AMAZING. After suffering constant headaches for about 2 months and seeing countless doctors who couldn't tell me what was really wrong, a friend suggested I go see Lynn. I'd never done acupuncture before and am embarrassed to admit that originally I felt like it was probably just another thing that wouldn't work. After just a couple of sessions I felt better than I had since before the headaches started and am a total Lynn convert. Her presence alone is just so positive and healing, and her combination of acupuncture and targeted massage really gave me my life back. I had truly started to feel like I was going to be in pain forever and was just going to have to find a way to deal with it. I feel so grateful to have met her and to have her presence in my life. Oh, I also want to mention that before I saw her I'd been having asthma attacks for about a year and was using an albuteral inhaler almost daily. Lynn not only diagnosed my lung issues without me mentioning it but has also helped me make huge progress there. I started seeing her in March and have not used the inhaler ONCE since. She's truly wonderful. read more

It was my first time having acupuncture, Lynne was reassuring and explained everything really clearly. Today, my second day, i went on quite a journey...I just got my herbs, so lets see what happens. It feels like the best for thing for me after a horrible experience at with western medicine at SFGH......!!! read more

Lynn made me a believer. At 23, my obsessive passion for running tightened my IT band and stopped me from running. After a suggestion to see Lynn from a colleague, two visits had me training again. Additionally, when she was taking my medical history, we discussed my shoulder that would sometimes pop out of place during weight lifting. She treated it ONCE and it hasn't popped out since. Lynn is the best. read more

Going to see Lynn was my first experience with acupuncture. I was incredibly skeptical about whether it would be beneficial, but I had a very specific cycling injury to work through so I decided to give it a try. To my surprise my knee pain, which had been bothering me terribly for months and keeping me completely off the bike all but vanished after two sessions and has not come back. Wow! Just wow. Meanwhile I am out cycling at full capacity without any care of another blowout. Next, I decided we should focus on a sports related back injury that had been haunting me for over a decade. I thought to myself, if Lynn can get my back to release it will be a miracle. Well.. miracles happen I guess. It is not accurate to simply call Lynn an Acupuncturist. A visit to Lynn is more of a spiritual overhaul than a visit for a medical treatment. Leaving her office I am always calm, centered, and ready to take care of myself in a way that I had not been before the visit. read more