I've been seeing Ryan for many years now, and I can honestly say he is the best acupuncturist I've ever been to. His care has supported me through some of the most important moments of my life. After experiencing two miscarriages, Ryan was a huge part of my healing process, and with his support I was able to get and stay pregnant and now I have a 2 year old boy. I'm forever grateful for that. Beyond fertility, he has helped me with so many other health concerns over the years. He is incredibly gentle, knowledgeable, understanding, and thoughtful--truly everything you could hope for in an acupuncturist. Every session feels intentional and grounded, and I always leave feeling better than when I arrived. Another thing I deeply appreciate is that his rates are very reasonable, which makes it possible to go regularly without stress. High-quality care that's actually accessible is rare. I truly could not recommend him more! read more

With caring, calm, and a light touch, Ryan Dempsey has consistently alleviated my pain, neuropathic tingling, headaches, and more at an incredible price. He is wonderful and now several of my friends work with him regularly as well. read more

I've been seeing Ryan for about a year for severe migraines. He is a gifted acupuncturist and very kind and caring. With his shared treatment space, he is able to keep his costs down, which allowed me to do frequent treatments in the beginning. My migraines are much better! Ryan is my first choice for acupuncture. Several of my friends have gone to him as well for other ailments, all with a very positive experience. read more

What I like best about Ryan is his soft, gentle and kind demeanor. He is an extremely sensitive and caring listener, which I feel helps to make his acupuncture treatments so successful. Over the years, my husband and I have had many acupuncture treatments from Ryan. He has consistently provided compassionate and effective acupuncture treatments which have kept us coming back to the clinic whenever we experience a health challenge. Ryan sets the clinic atmosphere at warm, cozy, comfortable and safe, which I find to be helpful in finding the deep relaxation I need for healing. To be able to experience acupuncture here in Marin from a truly gifted practitioner like Ryan, at a very affordable price, is pretty wonderful. Thank you Ryan. Wishing you much success in the years to come! read more

I have been seeing Ryan and his associates at Marinwood Community Accupuncture for several years. It seems that whatever concern I have, acupuncture has given me a solution. I recently saw Ryan as I'd had new troubling symptoms present themselves. Since I have "disc issues," I was concerned about the feelings I was having in my right knee, hip and leg. I saw Ryan. We conversed. He applied acupuncture. Issue resolved. In my humble opinion, he is deeply knowledgable and highly skilled. AND....at a reasonable cost, he is my "Go To" Health Practitioner before seeking other help! read more

I can't say enough wonderful things about Ryan. My husband and I tried to get pregnant for over a year with no luck. Test results came back normal. We were waiting to see a fertility specialist when I gave this a shot. A month later I got pregnant. Sadly, that pregnancy ended in a miscarriage, however, we conceived again immediately. We now have a beautiful and healthy almost 3 year old and a 4 month old. I don't know what acupuncture had to do with it...or if it had anything to do with it...or it was a mere coincidence. I will say...the entire experience with Ryan was wonderful. I had fried acupuncture in the past, however, I was just not convinced. A year before finding Ryan, I had tried another place. Not only did they charge 2-3x the amount Ryan did, the acupuncturist was not helpful, warm, or inviting. I felt dismissed and she couldn't answer many of my questions. I also tried another community acupuncture place, however, it was light and bright, too many people around, dead silent and I found it hard to relax. Ryan's place makes you feel like you are getting private treatment without the hefty price tag. He listened and was welcoming. He was able to answer all questions. And I always felt so relaxed after I left, I felt a difference every time. Maybe letting go of the stress allowed me to get pregnant? Who knows. I am grateful I found Ryan. read more

Want results? Experience Accupuncture with Ryan Dempsey. He is a knowledgeable, intuitive and gifted acupuncturist. I actually look forward to my visits as I know that I will feel great after my treatment!!! He is my "go-to-guy" for relief: he helps with my scoliosis, stenosis, and neck spasms. As an added bonus, I always experience a sense of overall well being after a treatment! read more

Ryan is a vey qualified accupuntunist. He has help me a lot with my back and knees . Also when you leave there, you are very relaxed. Ryan is very gentle and kind human being.He is very intuitive and healer. read more

I saw this acupuncturist while on a visit to California for unusual fatigue related, I think, to jet lag. I had never experienced acupuncture before and am actually squeamish about needles, but it had been recommended to me so I gave it a try. Acupuncturist was great; didn't hurt at all (they do a little tapping thing near where they put the needles and you don't feel a thing). The effect on my fatigue was immediate, I actually got almost a buzz from it, and no more fatigue. I was very interested in the theory behind acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, very different from the Western medical outlook, and he took the time to explain some of that to me too. I went again for some abdominal bloating and pain related to gas, I think, and again the effect was immediate, about 20 minutes. This is amazing to me cause where he put the needles in was in my shin! Crazy stuff but it works and I would not hesitate to go again. I've heard from many others that acupuncture makes you almost sleepy; in fact, some people fall asleep during treatment, but I always find that I am completely energized by it--go figure. Mr. Dempsey made me a believer in acupuncture for sure. read more

Let me begin by simply stating that I have been a believer in acupuncture for decades now and having experienced a variety of acupuncturists over the years in an assortment of different settings I can say without question that what Ryan has created here is by far the most calming, affordable and most of all effective office I have yet to experience. His professional touch is calming and kind, his demeanor is gentle and sincere, his business model one to be studied and emulated around the country. Without question I will continue to share my appreciation for Ryan and his practice as there is no more deserving acupuncturist than he. May his success only grow and prosper. . . read more

I had a second appointment with Ryan D. for itchiness under the skin. I was suffering from too much heat within and itchiness on top of the skin. Accupuncture needling was done and I now feel relief. Body feels cooler on the inside and I can sleep and rest with comfort without feeling I have to scratch or rub my skin. I've been having restful nights. Thank you, Ryan read more

This is such a great place. I like the atmosphere nd Ryan is so honest and nice. So fantastic. I think this is my new acupuncture place. I had a groupon thing and you know, I would pay FULL price cause the technique is worth it. It may be a few months before i get there again, but I will be back. It is necessary for my well being... read more

Ryan Dempsey at Marinwood Community Acupuncture was my primary health care provider for the year I lived in Marin. I came to him with a number of concerns to address and each one of them was relieved through his amazing acupuncture and herbal skills. From trigger finger, back pain, neck pain to depression, anxiety and stress... he helped me be able to continue to be very physically active and cope with life in a balanced, happy way. Thank you Ryan for providing such a safe, supportive health clinic at an affordable, sustainable price!! read more

I've done acupuncture in the past, previously with a wonderful lady in SF who helped me conceive. It was very expensive but incredibly beneficial to me. Fast forward a couple of years and I'm looking to start acupuncture again, but this time without the huge price tag (it's not covered by my insurance). So I decided to give a community acupuncture group a go - and I'm glad I did! Ryan is softly spoken, quiet and calm, but friendly and reassuring. His office/practice area is tranquil and relaxing, but easy to get to with plenty of parking. The community aspect of it didn't bother me one bit as it's all done very nicely, and everyone plays along. If I were to be really picky I'd say the traffic noise was a little disappointing, but hopefully my next appointment with be at a quieter time of day. I'll definitely be back (many times I suspect) and will update again later. For now, I'm happy and chilled :) read more

Ryan is an an incredible, wise & kind acupuncturist who has greatly catapulted my healing through his treatments. He is the best I've tried in Marin and soooo reasonable, too! read more

I've had ear pain while running for over a year now. I've been to 6 doctors in 3 different countries and no one could figure it out. Right away, Ryan understood what I was experiencing. After two painless sessions my ear is completely normal again. Even running in the cold! Thanks, Ryan read more

Ryan is hands down the best acupunturist I have seen. As a former top professional cyclist and triathlete I have had numerous injuries and seen many acupuncturists locally and in the Bay Area. Ryan really cares about you. He is on punctural and affordable and easy to get into. The center is very healing and peaceful. I am so grateful to the man who is healing a host of issues for me. I am seeing him twice a week and it has made a huge difference in my overall health. A total gem. read more

I decided to give Community Acupuncture a try when I found out I was pregnant for the first time. I went to see Ryan every week and he was absolutely fantastic. He is super friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The acupuncture sessions helped to keep my stress down and hormone levels up during the crucial first three months of my pregnancy. The facility is clean and super comfortable and calming. The price is amazing too! I highly recommend him and Community Acupuncture of Marinwood. read more

Great place! Easy booking online, quiet and relaxing. Great care by the provider and he really listens to your needs and will work with you on what you need to heal. Donation pay makes it affordable which is wonderful when you are going 2-3 days a wk! read more

I did not know what to expect as I went to Ryan for a treatment, never having tried acupuncture before. It seemed weird that putting needles in my skin would make any difference for my bum shoulder, but at this point I was willing to try anything. Ryan proved to be very professional and extremely knowledgeable as he presented himself and started the treatment. Since I never tried acupuncture before I was a bit nervous at first, but Ryan was very reassuring and made my visit with him very enjoyable. The needles worked wonders on my shoulders, where massages and painkillers had failed before. Keeping these treatments up I am sure would lead to having a normal shoulder again. read more

I used to be such an acupuncture snob. I went to one place for acupuncture because they were the only ones that could fix my sports injuries. Well I was wrong. Ryan at Marinwood Community Acupuncture is legit. I am a competitive triathlete who trains an insane amount of hours per week which of course leads to muscular issues. I also will admit that when a niggle here or there pops up I usually ignore it until I am freaking out that I have a full blown injury and will never be able to workout again. I am a drama queen, and I have no shame in saying that. Anyways back to Ryan. I go in and explain what is bothering me in a way of waving my hand around the area of need at the moment and somehow Ryan knows exactly where the issue is and what is causing it. Blows my mind, this guy has talent. Ryan also gives me some stretches to incorporate into my daily routine and after two sessions I am pretty much good to go. I have promised myself that I will incorporate acupuncture into a regular part of my training routine instead of just when something is off. Do your body and mind a favor and visit Marinwood Community Acupuncture, you will feel amazing afterwards! read more

Ryan is a really great resource and has helped my wife and I through a number of various ailments including recurring headaches, stress relief and sports injuries. I trust him and appreciate the opportunity to work with him and learn more about how acupuncture can be an ongoing part of wellness for my family. With this business model I am not hesitant to seek his help more frequently than I may other more expensive clinics. read more

Ryan is a true healer. I have been to many acupuncturists and now consider Ryan my main Practitioner. His knowledge and intuition are amazing. If you are considering acupuncture a treatment with Ryan will not disappoint you. I'm glad I did. I have been dealing with chronic back pain for 10+ years and treatment's with Ryan are definitely helping. read more

Excellent! I had chronic back pain for 7 years after being a massage therapist and then becoming a nurse. I tried physical therapy, chiropractic, massage, yoga and rolfing and this was time in seven years i experienced total relief. Now I am going back for other health concerns and am confident in what will happen. Ryan is incredibly educated and will explain things from a medical and energetic level before doing the work. Very peaceful environment and affordable. I recommend this to everyone! read more

Everything was great. My shoulder pain is much better. I think it's a wonderful idea to have a clinic-type practice. Ryan is caring, supportive and effective. read more

Last year, I closed a business that was causing extreme stress in my life. I had developed frozen should syndrome and had days that I couldn't take my own clothes off due to the pain. In addition, I had been trying to get pregnant for the 2nd time for almost a year. I knew that stress was causing my ailments and infertility and I decided to give acupuncture a try. On a friend's recommendation, I went to see Ryan for the first time last April. He was kind and professional and I instantly put my trust in his healing hands. My treatments were so relaxing that I would fall into the deepest sleep during my 50 min sessions. From the first session, I felt my body going through changes. At first there were adjustments in mood and body temperature and Ryan explained that this was a shift in my Chi and hormone levels...and totally normal. Then I noticed my menstrual cycle completely change. It had returned to the symptoms of my younger years indicating a positive adjustment in my progesterone. I was committed to my healing and his sliding scale allow me to see him weekly. After all, I did just put myself out of work. Within the first month, my shoulders had improved 80% and I knew I was on the road to recovery. The real success story was that in June I found out I was pregnant! I continued to see Ryan through my first trimester on a weekly basis to help me through those crucial first months. He also recommended a Chinese Herb that helps with the insomnia associated with pregnancy. Now that I am in my 2nd trimester, Ryan has recommended that I go in for treatments on an as needed basis. I really appreciate his ethical position on frequency and need. I am sure as I enter my 3rd trimester, my need with increase as I remember back issues with my first daughter. I will also seek treatments for my postpartum months. I look forward to my future visit! I have recommended Ryan to several friends and clients and all have been delighted with his expertise and care. read more

As an avid runner I noticed my neck was taking the brunt of the pounding my feet were absorbing. I needed help to reduce the pain in my neck and was lucky to have a friend who sent me to Ryan. From the start I could tell Ryan was educated in the art of acupuncture. I had four sessions with him and after the first one, I felt less pain. Three sessions later, I was pain-free. His rates are really affordable. I highly recommend Ryan. read more

I was referred to ryan by a good friend a few months ago and have been seeing him religiously every week since. my husband and I are trying for baby #2 and fertility assistance is one of ryan's specialties. he really knows his stuff and I feel so relaxed and positive after each treatment, AND he's a super nice guy to boot! read more

Awesome treatment! Super relaxing and comfortable office. Ryan is great and pays attention to your needs. Thanks for all the therapy, I'll be coming back as part of my regular treatment.... read more

Ryan helped me with my scapular pain. He's amazing. He's calm and his office makes you calm as well.

Rarely do I yelp, as the service/experience must really be out of this world to get me to sit down at my computer... and this is one of those times. Here's my story... I was well past 41 weeks pregnant with my second child and looking for help with naturally moving my labor forward. On Wednesday morning I was scheduled for a medical induction for the following Sunday, exactly what i didn't want to do. I found Ryan by referral from a friend who had worked with him about a year ago. Having never done acupuncture before, I was a bit nervous but at this point, willing to go for it. I was able to set up an appointment that evening. As I mentioned, I was nervous about acupuncture and really had no idea what to expect. Ryan is an absolute professional, plus compassionate and put me at ease as soon as I arrived. The atmosphere is calming and welcoming and after an informative (and reassuring) intake interview, we got started. I have NEVER felt so relaxed in all my life! I'm now a firm believer in acupuncture! I worked with Ryan twice more over the next couple of days and voila, by Sunday afternoon, my labor had started on it's own - no induction necessary. Ryan checked up with me when I missed my appointment that Monday morning (still in the throes of labor) and was so supportive and kind. I am looking forward to getting back into his care in the coming months and will be bringing my partner, Mom and Brother along as new patients as well. read more

We had the most lovely experience. My husband and I were treated by Ryan who is a wonderful, smart and caring practitioner. His studio is beautiful, comfortable and in the most sublime natural surroundings. You feel like you're on vacation. I highly recommend his services. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to acupuncture from someone who will make a difference. So glad we discovered Ryan! read more

Ryan has a very calm and supportive demeanor, and his business was a pleasure to visit. I didn't mind at all that I was sharing the room with other patients - Ryan organizes it very well, and it was a very calm atmosphere. I really appreciated the fact that he set up his business model to allow people to come in more frequently to get the care they need, by making it affordable. It's so refreshing to have a provider who cares more about the patients being cared for, rather than squeezing as much money as possible out of them. I came to Ryan to help me conceive my second child, when it was taking longer than I'd like. I figured, why not try acupuncture? I wanted to try a natural approach, and being in my very late 30's, I wanted all the help I could get. It's definitely stressful when nature is not taking its course, and adding on a full-time job and an older child to that, I was pretty stressed in general. Ryan was very supportive and positive the whole time I saw him, and was really focusing on reducing my stress level in general. I always felt *fantastic* after my treatments, and slept amazingly well for at least 3-4 days after each one. Well, after 3 months of weekly treatments, something did the trick, and I am now pregnant with a healthy baby! (I had previously tried for 3 months with no success.) I am very pleased with my overall experience, and would definitely recommend Ryan to anyone seeking acupuncture. read more

Ryan is remarkable. He is extremely sensitive and responsive to my condition, putting in extra time to research what I've needed. He is the best acupuncturist I've seen, over many years of receiving acupuncture. I've experience dramatic results from his work, and his attentive, soothing presence is healing in itself. On top of all that, he's extremely affordable. I strongly recommend him to anyone seeking high quality Chinese medicine. read more

Ryan at Marinwood Acupuncture is awesome! I went for shoulder pain, and I got increadible relief! I went to physical theropy and a chiropractor also, but nothing helped my pain more than acupuncture. Acupuncture can be expensive, but this community style actually makes it affordable, and at the same time the treatment was more effective than other acupuncturists I have gone to that charge much more. read more

My first visit to the Marinwood Community Acupuncture Clinic, I was in so much pain, the moment I entered his calming clinic I burst into tears I really needed help., it has not been an instant cure, but each visit I feel the difference, which is good enough for me, less pain a happier me. Ryan is a very caring, pleasant young man, the enviourment of his clinic is peaceful clean and welcoming. I actually look forward to my apt's each week.. Thanks for putting up with me Ryan, and thank you for your care I really appreciate it. With friends, the word pain comes up, I will be singing your praises. Thank you. read more

I went to see Ryan recently at a very stressful time in my life. I was very sick from the flu and feeling terrible. In only two sessions, he put me back on my feet and I got my energy back. He is such a caring and knowledgeable acupuncturist. read more

Ryan is an exceptional, very knowledgable and generous professional who is uniquely attentive to his clients.

Recently I hurt my neck at yoga and could barely move my head. I went into Ryan for a treatment and left feeling a whole lot better. Ryan is patient and gentle, also very knowledgeable, he used a combination of needles and heat to relax my neck. The massage incorporated into the treatment really relaxed my muscles too. He gave me a gel to have my husband rub my neck with the next day that was great too, releasing a hot/cold/tingling sensation that fully relaxed my neck back to normal by the day after. I would recommend seeing Ryan for any aches or pains you may be looking to get rid of! read more

My girlfriend goes here for what she calls "tune ups" for various things and she raves about how much better she feels. I made an appointment when I was having some issues sleeping and I felt better immediately, after only one visit. I was a little nervous about the needles but Ryan put me at ease and I felt comfortable with the process right away. I'll probably start going here on a regular basis. read more