Kieran and the team are warm, thoughtful, patient, and such a pleasure to work with. I was completely new to the world of acupuncture and anxious about how my ongoing medical care would interact with this new approach. Kieran provided the perfect model for understanding how Chinese medicine could complement other treatments and provided clarity and purpose for our work together. Appointments never felt rushed in any way, and I always felt heard, supported, and cared for. I would eagerly recommend Cotati Community Acupuncture to anyone looking for a new approach to healing and recovery. We're very lucky to have such a great team here in Sonoma County. read more

I can't recommend Cotati Community Acupuncture highly enough--professional, personable, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable. By far the best acupuncturist in the North Bay. Every session is both healing and uplifting. A true gem in the field of holistic care. Thank you! read more

Wow just wow! I was blown away by the amount of knowledge Kieran has. He went beyond just the needles and helped me with stretches I can utilize and was able to throughly explain why my body is doing what it's doing in a way that made total sense. Most relaxed my body has ever been read more

Kieran has helped me so much with my vertigo and my digestive issues. I cannot recommend him enough! He gave me my life back, no exaggeration. read more

just now NEW I had never been to an Acupuncturist before. I was referred to Kieran and I can't say enough of his knowledge and how great you will feel after each visit What else is great is that he takes insurance! read more

I just returned from my third visit to Cotati Acupuncture. I am relaxed, pain free and so grateful for these super people. I have nerve issues in my neck, sinus issues a shoulder problem and sciatica. After a few visits I feel much better. My sinuses are cleared up. I have consistent problems with this. I am really so happy about this. My shoulder / neck are improving. I no longer have scapula issues and pain radiating down my arm from pinched nerve. I am also relaxed. I owe the shared room and it is cozy and relaxing. They have recliners and blankets and ear plugs, in case I snore or, someone else does too lol. They offer private rooms and many other healing services, too. Thanks to these amazing healers I am getting better:) read more

I was in excruciating pain and I could nearly move after one session with Kieran I was had less pain and much more mobility! I can't wait for my next session read more

Kieran has been amazing taking time to ask all the details to get to know me personally and how to best support my body. I feel safe, respected and most importantly better leaving than when I come in. After my first treatment I noticed a significant decrease in my back stiffness. Exacted to go back! read more

Went here a few times. Super friendly and relax environment.

Kieran has done so much more for me than acupuncture, he has counseled me on nutrition, stretching and strengthening my core, and herbal medicine. He is helping me take care of myself with his knowledge and expertise through the art of ancient medicine. The calming environment is an amazing place to heal. I intend to continue with regular treatments to prevent any future relapse. I can't speak highly enough of the professional care that I have received. Thank you so much for taking such good care of me. read more

Kieran, the owner is such a compassionate intelligent Acupuncturist. Ive been going to him for obgyn issues and he was more present yet informative about my condition than any western doc that I have been to. He is very talented at herbal formulas as well (as I will not take toxic pharmaceuticals.) I highly recommend him. read more

I am a fan; all practitioners are very skilled. Kieran has specialized knowledge, commitment, and healing skills that go deep. In fact, if my goal were to heal (which it is), I would choose to visit Kieran rather than an allopathic specialist at UCSF or Mayo..... Grateful CCA is so accessible to us Cotati-ans. read more

Have been having back pain from my spinal stenosis. Kieren hit a grand slam this week. Adding electric stimulus to the session made a tremendous difference in the pain relief. Highly recommend him. Carlos Contreras. read more

After seeing different acupuncturists overtime then not finding one I liked, I felt thrilled to find Marc Velez, L.Ac. Not only did Velez conduct an in-depth and complete medical history, but gave me both immediate pain relief and long-term benefits beyond my expectations. Call or schedule a first appointment online. He has a devoted following of grateful clients like me. I feel lucky to have found Cotati Community Acupuncture. Fo more about my experience and understanding of this healing method: My experience of acupuncture includes a Chinese mainland trained and herbal specialist who admitted, "it takes about 25 years to learn the vast herbal pharmacy to treat thousands of illnesses". I also saw another acupuncturist who had trained in the Chinese system but also in the Japanese system too. Velez compares well the best treatments I have had from other excellent practitioners of acupuncture. Cotati Community Acupuncture provides the highest care with the caring and kind practitioner, Marc Velez. He continues to walk his talk and to study beyond the minimum required to renew his acupuncture license. At twenty-five years old, I discovered acupuncture. Begin born with and living with several digestive disorders, migraines and chronic pain, I have learned to manage my conditions, which are not curable nor symptom improved by conventional medicine. read more

Since Mark Velez is gone, Kate has replaced him, and I like her as much as I liked Mark! How about that? I wasn't prepared for that. I thought there was no one like Mark. But he chose her for good reasons, and he was right. She is very attentive, listens, takes notes, remembers what we talked about at the last appointment (which I really like!) and knows her stuff. I am getting excellent treatment from her and I highly recommend seeing her on a regular basis. Thank you, Kate! read more

Mark Velez is amazing! He is compassionate, kind, thorough and very skilled. He looks to treat the problem, not just alleviate the symptoms. He is very easy to talk to, and is incredibly patient. My partner was very nervous to try acupuncture, but after one meeting with Mark, he was calm and comfortable. And just that initial treatment made a difference for him already. I can not say enough good things about Cotati Community Acupuncture!!! read more

"I have had chronic debilitating pain for years. This is the first actual relief I have had! Better than pain pills! My life has improved so much since I started coming here!" I am very happy with my treatments and the care I receive from Marc. read more

Mark is amazing and professional. He takes the time to really discuss what you need and even checks in with you post appt. He has helped me so much. Clean quiet and relaxing space. read more

I have been seeing Marc Velez, Lac at his clinic, Cotati Community Acupucture, for just about 2 years now. He is an outstanding, knowledgable, highly skilled practioner of TCM and a true healer. Cotati Community Accupuncture is a clinic model that is affordable, thus making acupuncture/ traditional Chinese medicine accessible and finacially doable for anyone. Marc takes time to listen, is a warm, humble, genuine person who sincerely cares about his patients and pursuing excellence in his skills and practice. Under his care, guidance and support my health has greatly improved, I've lost a lot of weight, gotton blood sugars and BP under control naturally and much more. Since an accident last summer I have dealt with several related health issues and he has been the most important part of my ongoing recovery and healing. His treatments have been highly effective and successful. His skill and ability to moderate and relieve pain have been another godsend. I have great respect and admiration for Marc as a person, as a healer and of his skill level, knowledge, and dedication to the practice of his art and to his patients. He is a true partner with you in the journey of health and healing. If you are considering Traditional Chinese Medicine and looking for someone who can partner with you in your journey to healing and health, you will be in safe and highly competent hands with Marc Velez at Cotati Community Acupuncture. read more

Mark is my acupunk. Amazing healer! He is so generous with his practice, he just cares about what will support you, not what you have to spend. read more