Jackie is the BEST! I started going to her when I was struggling to conceive, had very low egg-count, and wasn't sure I would ever be able to have a second baby. She takes a few minutes at the start of every session to listen to what's happening. It was like having a very compassionate, knowledgeable friend to bounce ideas, fears, etc. off of and get the most supportive, helpful responses in return. After going from weekly to bi-weekly sessions (at my doctor's suggestion), I got pregnant and with Jackie's help, *stayed pregnant! Her incredible work even helped to turn my breech baby! She is an incredible person and acupuncturist. I highly recommend Collaborative Care! read more

I saw Jackie for over a year and it was one of the best things I've done for my physical and emotional wellbeing. I'm so grateful for her support and care during a challenging period of fertility struggles and managing an ovarian cyst all in the middle of a pandemic. She guided me with warmth, compassion and unwavering belief in the possibility of a natural conception. Jackie's positive and holistic approach (acupuncture, herbs, diet and lifestyle adjustments) not only improved my mental health but also played a significant role in my trying to conceive journey. I always looked forward to our weekly acupuncture session and when I found out she had to relocate to California, I ended up in tears. That's how much I appreciated her! She's the most wonderful person and an empathetic care provider. Today, as I hold my 4-month-old baby, I am reminded of the invaluable role she played in making this a reality. Thank you Jackie for all that you've done and especially for your care and expertise! read more

I am currently 32 weeks pregnant. My infertility journey has been lots of obstacles, yet, Jackie's care and wisdom got me through those obstacles, and I am finally where I am now. I start seeing her in the summer of 2020 when I finally decided to jump into infertility treatment. I started the journey of IVF treatment. Due to my age it was extremely difficult to be successful with IVF but miraculously I could get one PGTA normal embryo! Right before we move on to FET, I fell in the bathroom at home and was diagnosed with Benign brain tumor..... I had to pause infertility treatment but after about a year and half later I could come back to FET and welcomed one precious embryo. It did work and I am 32 weeks pregnant now! Jackie has been my greatest supporter. Without her care and advise, this was not possible. I am forever grateful for her. Yoko read more

I began working with Jackie after six months of trying to get pregnant naturally and throughout fertility treatment. We only stopped working together because Jackie moved out of Chicago - coincidentally, we got pregnant that same month! Jackie is an angel and I believe her support, partnership, and guidance made all the difference in our fertility journey. I found Jackie's approach to be incredibly thoughtful, thorough, and realistic. She takes a very holistic approach - assessing every area of the body, not just the reproductive system. It was comforting to know my body was showing "signs" pointing to a few potential issues - and that Jackie could tailor treatment to address those. Through the acupuncture treatment itself, herbs, diet, and a few basic exercises, we were able to improve my overall reproductive health which ultimately allowed us to get pregnant. I believe one of the most valuable aspects of working with Jackie is her knowledge of the female body and the fertility treatment process. She made it so easy for me to advocate for myself with my doctors. Jackie knows there is a place for western medicine in all of this and integrates her approach well. We were so lucky to have found Jackie and I cannot recommend her enough - she is a wonderful person and we will forever be grateful to her! read more

I came to Jackie when I decided to move forward with egg retrievals in preparation for IVF at age 38. My doctor informed me that I was technically "infertile" as indicated by low AMH levels. I saw Jackie in preparation for three retrievals. She is super knowledgeable and compassionate with an excellent bedside manner; you cannot find someone kinder than her. Each retrieval was successful and in total we got close to 20 eggs over the 3 retrievals. Fast forward to age 41 and I again visited Jackie to prep my body for FET (frozen embryo transfer). The FET worked on the first try and I recently gave birth to a very healthy baby girl. I strongly credit Jackie for a lot of this. I don't know why modern medicine doesn't focus on basics such as diet and stress. Regarding treatments, I did herbs, acupuncture and received dietary advice. If you've never done acupuncture, you're in for a treat. I've never been so relaxed not to mention all the health benefits you're getting from each treatment. I can not recommend her enough as I have done a lot of research on the topic of fertility and acupuncture is one that has been proven to be successful. read more

I had been working with another acupuncturist when I decided to try Jackie because she specialized in fertility and I was trying to get pregnant. It always felt like she listened to what was going on for me and was able to adapt to anything that came up. Her calming energy helped me get through IVF and I'm grateful for her care. Definitely recommend her practice! read more

Jackie and Megan are both wonderful, skilled acupuncturists. Like so many other reviews on here, I underwent egg retrieval, IVF, and embryo transfers. I credit the talent of both of these women with our success, and will absolutely return for more treatments when we attempt our next pregnancy. read more

After struggling with multiple miscarriages, and feeling like I was not finding answers I looked into Jackie's services as a holistic approach. I recently was diagnosed with Hashimotos and wanted to tackle all side of my health and wellness to finally get and stay pregnant. When I first came in I was worried and fearful that I would never finally have a baby. I was stressed about not being pregnant and scared that if I became pregnant that it would not last. Jackie was understanding and provided a great combination of empathy, services and actions I could take. I worked with Jackie for nine months with acupuncture, herbs and in changing my diet habits, at the same time that I worked with my medical provider. I will always say that working with her was the missing piece that I feel like finally helped me get into the right state of health to have and keep my sweet baby boy. She was my go to person to understand the process, what my body needed and to advocate for myself along the way. After getting pregnant I stuck with acupuncture throughout the pregnancy and I am glad that I did. Coming here, following the process and diet and sticking with it I really do believe was the key to finally meeting my baby. It has also changed the way I care for my health in the long run, and for that I am grateful as well. read more

After a scary and stressful experience with ectopic pregnancy, I wanted to do something to help my body heal and do everything I could to prepare for a new, healthy pregnancy. I feel so lucky to have found Jackie, as her care was exactly what my body needed. She is one of the most thoughtful, detailed and supportive people I have ever met. I'm so incredibly happy to report that I started a healthy pregnancy in the second month under Jackie's care, and now have a very healthy and happy baby girl. I highly recommend Collaborative Care. read more

Update to my review...At the end of my pregnancy I came down with Bell's palsy, and half of my face was completely paralyzed. Jackie made time to get me in for treatment and with three weeks, my face was back to normal. After the sessions I could feel a real difference in my face. Three weeks is about the best case for a full recovery of Bells and I just know that acupuncture helped me get back to normal as fast as possible. read more

Jackie transformed my entire outlook on fertility and conception. With her expertise, I learned valuable information on holistic ways that I could improve my ability to conceive. For the first time I was listening and paying attention to what my body was communicating. Jackie is a wonderful listener. She is thorough and gentle in her approach. Most importantly, I always felt safe during our acupuncture sessions, and also felt empowered by this more holistic approach. Within three months of treatment I found myself pregnant! Thank you Jackie! Highly recommend! read more

Treatments with Jackie were a key part of my fertility journey. Jackie supported me through a successful FET, a subsequent retrieval and in preparing me for another FET I became spontaneously pregnant. Having treatments with Jackie encouraged me to pay more attention to my body and kept me mindful and balanced through my various treatments and I would recommend her to anybody looking for support in becoming pregnant. read more

Jackie O'neil is a wonderful acupuncturist. She answers your questions and is very knowledgeable with infertility issues. She is kind and makes you feel comfortable. I recently miscarried and Jackie called me at home late on a Saturday night to check on me. She went above and beyond. I would recommend her to anyone with infertility problems. read more

I started working with Jackie because at 40 years old, I wanted to enter this process as strong and healthy as possible. We conceived the first month of working with Jackie. Not only that, but my entire pregnancy has been virtually symptom free. I feel amazing and I owe a lot of this to starting off from a strong place with Jackie's program. Whether you have infertility issues or not, I highly recommend that you see her when you plan to conceive. I know it made all the difference to us. Best wishes... read more

Jackie is wonderful. I cannot say enough good things about her. I had a hard time as I was scared of needles. She was very reassuring, listened to my fears and always explained why and where she would be putting the needles. I also have a hard time sitting and relaxing. She always made sure I was comfortable and let use the sessions the way I needed by letting my husband attend to have someone to talk with to take my mind off of the process. Jackie has extensive knowledge and I really appreciated that she never pushed products or treatments and her availability is great. I was pregnant after my first month of going to Jackie via IUI. My body really responded to her treatments and dietary suggestions. read more

Jackie was a tremendous help to my husband and I in a stressful and emotional time. She is a very capable and caring person who really invests herself in patient care. We struggled with fertility after I was diagnosed with PCOS, and within 3 months of seeing Jackie I was pregnant! I kept going to Jackie even after we conceived because it was such a relaxing and stress relieving activity. I am so grateful to have met Jackie and would highly recommend her services. read more

My husband and I were trying for our second child. We got pregnant quickly with the first, but it was 4 years later, I was almost 40 and we'd been trying for 7+ months when I contacted Jackie. My goal was to get pregnant naturally and if not, at least work with my body through fertility treatments to get pregnant. She very quickly took a holistic look at both of us, made lifestyle adjustments and we started treatment (Chinese herbs and acupuncture). Within 2 months, my husband and I were expecting our second child! I think saw her through my first 10 weeks to get through the high risk timeframe for miscarriage. She was fantastic through the process and she carries my highest recommendation. read more

My husband and I had struggled to conceive for over two years following several surgeries to remove fibroids from my uterus. After three failed embryo transfers, including one miscarriage, we were beginning to lose hope. I began searching for alternative fertility treatments and came across Collaborative Care. At my first visit, I immediately knew I had come to the right place. Jackie sat down with me and discussed every aspect of my overall health. She took a more comprehensive approach to what could possibly be contributing to my infertility issues. This was something I had not come to expect with previous fertility doctors. Together, we came up with a plan that included changes to my overall diet and lifestyle that would help to reduce inflammation in my body. After only a short time, I began feeling substantially better both physically and emotionally. Two years later, I now have 2 healthy children and recommend Jackie at every chance I get to anyone experiencing infertility! read more

Collaborative Care and Jackie's treatments made a huge difference for me as I struggled with some unknown fertility issues. I liked the one price for any and all services she thought I needed (compared to the other places that applied more charges based on all the little things they may recommend like herbs, teas, different sessions etc.). I immediately felt Jackie listened and truly cared about helping me to my goal of getting pregnant with a healthy baby and after three months of treatment I had accomplished that goal. I highly recommend Collaborative care for anyone else looking for this type of treatment associated with their own fertility issues. read more

I began meeting with Jackie after my husband and I had 6 failed Ivf cycles since the birth of my daughter 4.5 years ago. I was skeptical the holistic route would work since I felt we had tried everything possible as far as western medicine was concerned. Jackie helped to begin to rebalance my body after all of the hormone therapy I had been through, with acupuncture, herbs, and dietary changes. Jackie was very kind and compassionate and really took the time to provide individualized care. Unfortunately, due to distance I had to stop seeing her after about 4 months. However, she helped me to secure another practitioner closer to my home and after about two months with the new practitioner I became pregnant. Unfortunately, this pregnancy ended due to the baby having a serious chromosomal anomaly. However, Jackie helped me to become a believer in the use of holistic treatment in conception. I would highly recommend Jackie and holistic approaches to those struggling with infertility either as a stand alone or in conjunction with traditional fertility treatments. read more

The infertility journey can be a confusing and lonely one. The doctors/clinics I went to were huge and I often felt like a number instead of a patient. Jackie is such a kind spirit and really gave me the personalized attention and treatment I needed. She provided recommendations for things my husband and I should think about outside of our current treatment plan that helped us become our own advocates during our journey. She also helped answer questions that my doctors breezed over during my appointments. After seeing Jackie for a few months my egg count nearly doubled. I also believe her herbal treatment made a huge difference in my ability to get pregnant. I would recommend Jackie to anyone. She is knowledgable, thoughtful and dedicated to her patients. Fertility doctors in Chicago could learn a lesson from her approach to patient care! read more

Before seeing Jackie, I struggled with becoming pregnant for just about 2 years. I had done multiple IUI rounds, clomid rounds, IVF. I ended up getting pregnant on my first clomid/IUI round and unfortunately, lost the pregnancy when a cyst ruptured and I had surgery to remove a significant amount of blood loss. My husband and I continued working with our fertility doctor without luck. After IVF, I overstimulated and went to emergency. It was the most horrific experience (and we lost 8 embryos). At that point, I knew I needed to make a change. I'm a person that eats clean (along with my lifestyle) and something in me knew I needed to adjust my diet and that I would get pregnant on my own. I started doing research and also called my insurance company and this is when I found Jackie. I had seen acupuncturists in the past, but when I met her, I felt comfortable and relaxed. It was soothing to talk to her. She took into account my previous experiences and health issues. I immediately changed my diet based on her recommendations. I was extremely committed to her plan. Keep in mind, I was a vegetarian for 8 years until she told me to eat grass fed/organic/pasture raised meat. I started seeing her in October 2015 and I had a positive pregnancy test on November 30, 2015. I call Jackie our miracle worker because I believe that at the time she was exactly what I needed. I've recommended Jackie to many friends who are still struggling with fertility and firmly believe that without her help I would not have gotten pregnant. I can't even explain how good it feels to be in this position now. For those of you who are still trying, keep your head up and have faith. I know how dark that place can be - the unknown of being able to have a child. I used to cry all of the time and walk around with a dark cloud over my head. But, listen to your body and intuition and do what you think is best for your body. I'm happy to say that my sweet little guy is now 5 weeks old and it's amazing! read more

If you are struggling to get pregnant and want compassionate, informed, holistic care, go see Jackie O'Neill at Collaborative Care. I'm 12 weeks pregnant after trying for 18 months, and I credit Jackie's comprehensive approach and deep knowledge of all things reproductive. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't have investigated immunological disorders that might've been preventing me from getting pregnant (turns out I have one!). On top of that, she is simply one of the kindest,warmest acupuncturists you'll ever meet. I continue to receive acupuncture from her during my pregnancy and always look forward to the calm, relaxing atmosphere inside her clinic. read more

I stumbled across Jackie's website about 6 months into my secondary fertility ordeal. I was 35 years old, had just miscarried and been diagnosed with a diminished ovarian reserve and given very low odds at conceiving without IVF (1% to be exact). I was feeling pretty hopeless about my situation and decided that while I waited to switch insurance plans to one with IVF coverage that I would try more natural ways to enhance my fertility. I first went to a popular acupuncture spot in River North but I didn't get the sense that they tailored the treatment to the individual patient. It seemed like everybody was given the same herbs and there was an upcharge to meet with their dietary expert. I left that place after a couple months because I wholeheartedly believed that diet had to have an impact on fertility. When I first met Jackie, I was really interested to hear that she put her clients on an individualized diet plan and tailored the herbs throughout the process to address certain problems. I work full time at a demanding and stressful job and have a preschooler at home so Jackie's office set-up and office hours were also important factors (I could see her in the loop during work hours or come in on a Saturday morning). Her compassion and patience as I navigated through one of the most stressful times of my life was amazing. For the first time during the ordeal, I felt like I had a team in place to help me navigate this bumpy road. She helped me evaluate fertility doctors and treatment plans and she provided support as I went through a second miscarriage and D&C. Jackie never made me feel rushed and over time I started feeling more like myself (maybe my hormones were coming back into balance?). My husband even commented that he didn't know what I did there or how it worked but that I seemed like a happier, more adjusted person after I started seeing Jackie. As for the effectiveness of my treatments... I started seeing Jackie in September of 2015 with a luteal phase defect that she helped correct and ended up pregnant again naturally in mid-November. That resulted in a blighted ovum and D&C in December 2015. I was then preparing myself to finally start fertility treatment in January but was told I couldn't start until the next month since there was residual hcg in my system from my prior miscarried pregnancy. Before I even got a chance to come back to start treatment at the fertility doctor's office, I got pregnant again naturally the first cycle after the D&C and am now 21 weeks and this pregnancy appears to be going smoothly. I continued to see Jackie for several weeks after my positive pregnancy test and she was a great source of comfort as my anxiety was through the roof during those early weeks following two back to back miscarriages. The fact that I ended up pregnant twice after starting with Jackie after almost a year of nothing except for one miscarriage is pretty astonishing and a testament to the fact that something was clearly working. I really wish I had found Jackie sooner as she was most definitely "MVP" of my fertility team. She helped me through a really difficult period of my life (physically and emotionally) and I can't thank her enough! If I'm crazy enough to try this all again for another child, she will be my first call! read more

I couldn't say enough good things about Jackie and her care. I would highly recommend her to anyone facing fertility issues, no matter where you are in the journey. I ended up doing IVF while simultaneously receiving acupuncture treatments from Jackie- and now I'm due with my first baby in a few weeks! She provided treatment for me throughout the entire IVF process, during my first trimester, and now at the end of my pregnancy to ease the delivery. One important thing to point out is that Jackie has always been very respectful of my decision to pair her treatments with traditional medical treatments/IVF. She has been extremely supportive throughout the entire journey. She is as professional as they come, very knowledgable, and at the same time provides so much genuine support during her sessions. read more

If you are struggling to get pregnant I highly recommend going to see Jackie O'Neill at Collaborative Care. Jackie will provide you with great advice in terms of your body type and what you can do to try and cleanse your system and improve your chances of conceiving. I am what is referred to as AMA, advanced maternal age or over 35, and after seeing Jackie for about 3 months consistently I conceived, unfortunately I miscarried, but I continued my treatments and conceived again immediately upon my next cycle and I am now due this October! Jackie's acupuncture sessions are so relaxing and something to look forward to every week! read more

Jackie is amazing! I struggled with infertility for 2 years and saw her through several IUI and IVF cycles. I'm currently 6 months pregnant and definitely feel like I have Jackie to thank. She is so knowledgable about all the stages of IUI and IVF. She is also so positive, reassuring, and calming. I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone at any stage in the fertility process! read more

My husband and I recognized we were infertile within a year of trying to conceive. We were both 34 at the time. We began acupuncture therapy with Jackie very shortly after, and recognized immediately that we had not just met a therapist, but also a friend. I have said on numerous occasions, despite being in the care of one of Chicago's most highly rated fertility doctors, that I felt like Jackie was my primary care provider. She accepted text and email messages with questions I had at any stage, worked with my challenging schedule, and remained positive through three years of infertility. My husband and I even went through three rounds of IVF with very poor results. In the end, under Jackie's guidance we focused on my diet, a DHEA supplement on her recommendation, and acupuncture treatment. Under her care, we ended up conceiving naturally and now have a two month old son (who is perfect and healthy). I vividly remember the day that I told her I had a positive pregnancy test ...we were both in tears. I've never had a better care provider in all my life, sincerely. She is a great listener, incredibly knowledgeable, and so good at what she does. I should also mention that Jackie was very respectful of our work with more traditional fertility doctors. Her prerogative was to help us conceive, not to push any particular ideology on how to do so. It was never difficult for me to reconcile the different avenues of care. In fact, I felt like she educated me on the details of the traditional methods of care more thoroughly than the doctors who were treating us. I know our work together made all the difference in our ability to finally conceive. If you are a woman struggling with infertility, I sincerely recommend that you seek Jackie's help. read more

I can't say enough about how pleased I was with Jackie's care! I sought her out initially because I had preeclampsia with my first pregnancy and my midwives and I discussed trying to stave it off for my second pregnancy with acupuncture. From the moment I walked into her office on Southport I knew I was in very capable hands. Not only was Jackie instrumental, I believe, in helping us avoid preeclampsia this second time around but I also credit her with helping to turn our wee one in my final trimester. Our baby boy needed a little coaxing to get head down and ready for delivery. One quick call to Jackie and she got me in immediately. In 2 sessions he was head down and stayed that way until the big day. She was positive and reassuring through it all and I will be forever grateful. Jackie has such a beautiful spirit and was a fantastic listener so every visit was a bright spot in my week. I knew she was considering my care on a very individual level and always felt like she was focused on me and the long term care of our baby. She recommended an easy to manage program considering the best course of treatment and accommodating my busy schedule. She never rushed an appointment but was always on time and very respectful. She was such a calming force during my pregnancy and I always walked out of her space floating on air. I will be forever grateful to Jackie for her conscientious care and for helping us to have the birth experience we wished for all along! read more

Jackie was a beacon of light and hope through a very difficult time. What strikes me most about our sessions is how much and how well she listens. She asked thoughtful, specific questions and adjusted her treatment to fit whatever was going on with me that day or week. Jackie's calming and caring presence, combined with the acupuncture, herbs and other treatments, work wonders. I highly recommend her to women struggling with fertility! read more

I worked with Jackie before and during two pregnancies. She was an absolute pleasure to work with; a great listener and a patient guide on the journey toward motherhood. She provided Moxibustion, herbs, and electrical stimulation treatments in addition to the regular acupuncture sessions. I highly recommend her services! read more

After several months of struggling with persistent sinus blockage, I went to see Jackie O'Neill at Collaborative Care. Within a week I was experiencing relief. After two weeks I almost felt normal again. Now, on the third week of herbal treatment, I am back to normal breathing. Her approach is very thorough and friendly. Her clinic is also very relaxing to visit......definitely a wonderful experience to be effectively treated for what I though was a chronic disorder. read more

Jackie has been an incredible addition to my fertility/pregnancy journey. I'm 40 and have been working with a fertility specialist for over a year. I had 2 unsuccessful IUIs and went through 2 IVF cycles. More than thrilled to be pregnant and entering my second trimester! I started sessions with Jackie during my IVF treatment but in hindsight, I wish I started working with her earlier. Jackie was the BEST supplement to my fertility treatment because she explained everything in real-people terms. She provided supplements and a detailed diet to optimize the function of my ovaries and overall health - I still follow her recommendations! Before each session, she takes the time to answer questions and inquire how you're doing. I'm confident Jackie's knowledge of fertility and skills in customizing my acupuncture treatment helped with my successful pregnancy. Going through fertility treatment can be extremely stressful and overwhelming - Jackie's sessions have provided much needed mind/body/spirit balance. Her prices are extremely reasonable and she's flexible and accommodating with scheduling. read more

I have been suffering with chronic migraines and dizziness for over a year.I would get a migraine every single day, sometimes one not going away for a stretch of multiple days. My dizziness was so severe it was hard to walk while happening or know what was going on. I was in and out of the doctors constantly and it seemed like there was no cure. I am not one for taking any kind of medicine, but when it came this, I would take anything the doctors would suggest. I felt as though I had tried everything- medicine, changing my diet, taking care of my sleep, and cutting out caffeine, lavender oil- but nothing would change. Desperate for a headache free day, my mom sent me to Jackie. As apprehensive as I was, after seeing her just once, I was able to have headache free days! Something I had not had in a long time. I have been seeing her regularly for a few months and can say I haven't had a full blown migraine since seeing her. The majority of my days are completely headache free, but every now and then I'll get a dull feeling as if one might happen, but if I take an advil, (which would never do anything before) the dullness goes away immediately. Going to Jackie changed how I am able to live my life and I couldn't be more thankful! read more

I've seen Jackie twice for acupuncture related to pregnancy. She helped me through all the stages - trying to get pregnant (it worked!), staying pregnant through the first trimester, pregnancy support (I had terrible sciatica), and towards the end, getting labor to move along. I tried for 7 months to get pregnant and the first month I saw Jackie, I became pregnant. I had terrible sciatica and could barely walk - within 2 sessions it was gone! I also saw Jackie to help get labor started - I was not dilated at all and then after seeing Jackie, I was 3 cm. Aside from the actual benefits of acupuncture - and Jackie is truly the best - she is also compassionate, supportive, and really good at treating holistically. What I mean is, she looks at your whole health picture - Eastern and Western medicine, and she always had really good recommendations that I would discuss with my doctor. She made a stressful and sometimes scary process totally manageable and pleasant. I've recommended her to two other friends who have also had great success and have similarly appreciated her incredible support. If I could give her 20 stars, I would!! read more