Despite COVID, the normal flu is still floating around. I have been sick for the past week at home…read morewith sore throat, coughs, chills, nausea, congestion, back and neck pain. I did 2 COVID tests and they were both negative. Doing self care at home helps like herbs, tea, honey, Dayquil and of course rest. When my right throat started getting worst with stabbing pains that goes into my right ear that wound up in electric shocks in the back of my head..I knew it was time to see an acupuncturist! It's been awhile since I last seen an acupuncturist for my carpal tunnel syndrome and you know it's tough to get an appt the same day. I called various locations in Santa Rosa and they were either closed or full. Most of them require online booking and their earliest appt was Monday 8/9. I then found Sebastopol Community Acupuncture and gave them a call. Nobody picked up so I gave up at that point. Lo and behold, Derek called me back and told me there was a cancellation and was able to squeeze me in the same day! Feeling very grateful and lucky for his call, I took him up on an appt. I have never done "Community Acupuncture" before which is doing acupuncture in the same room with other people. It's pretty amazing to see Derek run around poking people, sanitizing the chair, and bringing the next guest in. He does it all! From front office to acupuncture to back office. I did not mind and it ended up to be a great experience. The location is in an old Queen Anne Victorian house. Plenty of parking on all sides of the house. The acupuncture clinic is in the back of the house. They also operate on a sliding scale. There is a chart which lists income on one side and the fee you would pay based on that but no pressure at all! You pay between $30-60 and it's whatever you can afford. I checked in and filled out some forms. Derek led me to one of the many rooms they have (it's about 2-3 patients per room now due to social distancing). The chairs are leather with a big plastic covering over it which he sprays down after every client. He would poke you and you would relax for 30-45 mins. If your eyes are still closed, he would leave you alone. Once you are awake, he will come by to take the needles out of you. Interesting experience in a victorian home with chandeliers hanging down. Relaxing music played as I tried to relax and eventually dozed off. Would definitely come back again for any needs! Derek just wants to help and tries to help as many people as he can. Highly recommend!

I am so grateful to have this as a resource in Sebastopol. I have been getting treatments from…read moreDerek and they have been deeply healing. I can tell he takes his work seriously and it shows through the treatments I have received.

I'm so grateful to Sage, it was vital for me to find a truly all-body accepting weight neutral…read morepractitioner who wouldn't be prescribing weight loss/thinness as a cure-all. She embodies this and as a result, my eating disorders haven't been reactivated in working with her and my body size has never been pathologized. This has been invaluable and the treatments and herbs she has provided for my peri/menopausal symptoms have been greatly improved my quality of life. I sleep much better, my digestion is more regulated and I have more stable energy with fewer ups and downs. I HIGHLY recommend Sage, she is a true holistic health professional. She is also incredibly kind, personable and a delight to see each time.

Sage is such a wonderful practitioner and herbalist! I have been seeing Sage to support women's…read morehealth and hormones, and she has been instrumental in keeping everything in balance. She is very knowledgeable, and her warm and approachable demeanor makes me feel at ease. My treatments with Sage, in combination with the herbal remedies she's recommended, have improved my hormonal and cycle health overall, helping me to get better sleep, feel nourished, and energized. I look forward to continuing to work with Sage in the future to support my health and wellness.

I love my treatments with Chase. I've been to see him a couple times now, for varying ailments, and…read morehave received acupuncture and cupping treatments. He has also helped me with stretching routines to help with my pain. I feel safe in his hands...his style is very gentle, with comfort being paramount. Each time I've been in, I've received the most gentle and thoughtful care. He is so informative...I've never felt rushed or that I'm being bothersome with my many questions. He explains things thoroughly, especially as he is treating you, which I really appreciate. I've also had very thorough phone consultations with him. I am scheduling my next treatment now!

I've been to about fifteen acupuncturists over the last two decades, usually for sports injuries…read more Many different styles from Japanese acupuncture to Korean and Chinese. Out of all these practitioners, Chase is my favorite because I got the best, most direct results from his treatment I have ever had with any acupuncturist. I had a case of tennis elbow that had been developing for several months to the point I could barely use my left arm and the pain would keep me from sleeping at night. I read a medical study that said acupuncture could be a good therapy. I went to see Chase and he put some needles in relevant points in my arm and did Tui Na chinese massage. Wow, after months of suffering, my pain was immediately reduced by 70%. A few days later the symptoms crept back, not as bad as before. I ended up seeing Chase weekly for the next six weeks and by the end, my arm pain was reduced 90% and my strength was much improved. I consider this a very good outcome, since many people suffer with tennis elbow for 6-12 months before it improves. With Chase I felt better immediately and my problem elbow was functionally healed in only 6 weeks. Chase is very analytical in his practice and thorough in applying his training. He works hard to figure out what is the best therapy for you. He is a nice person and you can tell he really cares about his patients and wants them to get a successful treatment. A bonus is that he is also a herbalist and if herbs can help your problem he will prescribe some for you. Also, I liked his treatment room which was a very peaceful private place to get acupuncture. The next time I have any medical problem that acupuncture can help resolve, Chase will be my first stop. Whether you've never had acupuncture before or you are looking for someone with a fresh personal approach, I recommend Chase highly.

I've been dealing with gut health issues, along with other symptoms for over 12 years. Came across…read moreAnnie and my first month working with her I have never felt better! My body is working the way it's supposed to, and life is finally becoming enjoyable again. I've never felt so comfortable and welcomed, and Annie's personality is so genuine! I'm looking forward to working with her in the future and I will definitely be recommending her to everyone I know who needs this kind of help! Thank you Annie for giving me my life back!

Annie truly helped give me my life back in a matter of 2 weeks. I was struggling with extreme…read moreanxiety disorder and depression, which was making my day to day unbearable. I had hit my rock bottom, but was so scared to be put on medication through my psychiatrist, so with advice from my therapist, I looked into natural medicine. I was open, but slightly skeptical going into see Annie. I believe in energy work, but have never experienced her type of practice. Annie told me I should feel a lot better after 10 days, which I was holding on to because I was about to get married. Within 5-6 days, I finally felt the shift. Previous to this, I was so uncomfortable in my own body. I've been under her care now for a little over 3 weeks and I feel SO MUCH BETTER in my body. I haven't felt this balanced in such a long time. My husband, family, and friends have all noticed the difference. Thank you so much Annie for literally giving me my life back! I HIGHLY recommend her services.

Amazing physician. Has helped me with chronic pain, hormonal issues, and more…read more I highly recommend him.

I have been receiving acupuncture treatments on and off for 6 or 7 years now. And with all of these…read moresessions, I have tried a handful of different practitioners. James is definitely one of the best! He really listens to what you want and what you know your body responds to better. For instance, I generally don't get the same results if the same acupuncture point on both sides of my body are not done together or if I tell him I need a back treatment today, he will accommodate these things using his expertise and my intuition. Also the way he stimulates the needles to activate your Chi always gives me great results. He is also very knowledgeable as a ND. I highly recommend James if you are looking into either or both treatment options.

Natasha is an amazing born to be a healer. I received my first treatment from Natasha when I was…read morepregnant. She has such a gentle nurturing touch and wave treating it really made me feel at ease . She has so much knowledge and wisdom in regard to Chinese medicine she is truly a great resource. She takes the time explain which I feel is very important and valuable.

I've had treatments with Natasha over the past few years and I really can't say enough about how…read moregreat my experiences have been. She has successfully treated me for everything from stress to colds to menstrual cramps. Her grounded and non-judgmental demeanor makes it easy to feel comfortable and supported. She is always very clear and upfront about treatments and expectations. And I love that she always has great advice on nutrition, herbs and natural remedies.

Amy is very professional and her clinic setting is very peaceful - a great environment for…read morerelaxing. During my private visits, Amy, gives me personalized attention to assess my overall health so that she can give me the best GENTLE treatment suited for my needs. Overall focus on empathy-driven, whole-person care, Amy, uses herbal formulas, Reiki and instruments of traditional Chinese medicine to facilitate optimum wellness. Thanks Amy!

From the owner: Acupuncture, Holistic Facial Rejuvenation, micro-current, Chinese, Herbal and nutritional medicine,…read moreAmy helps you create a wellness plan based on the root of your concerns and ailments. After an Advanced Clinical Internship in Shanghai, China, Amy reflects,"Not speaking the language and achieving excellent results, reassured all that is powerful in healing...trust in knowledge, following intuition. This is the foundation upon which my practice grows."

I can honestly say Whitney is the first health practitioner I've seen who really listened and took…read moremy concerns seriously. I've had an almost life-long struggle with a variety of symptoms, both mental and physical. She is patient, thoughtful and detail-oriented. She really digs deep and takes time to investigate complex conditions. For the first time ever, I feel hopeful and optimistic about the future trajectory of my health. I can't recommended her enough to anyone searching for answers for mysterious symptoms that, in my personal experience, no other doctors or practitioners have been able to figure out. Whitney has played a major role in my healing journey, and I'm very grateful to have crossed paths with someone so intuitive and kind.

Whitney is an incredibly skilled and talented acupuncturist and health practitioner. In addition to…read morebeing kind and empathetic, she is so thorough and effective in her practice and care. Her deep knowledge of nutrition, herbs, and functional medicine is a wonderful complement to her acupuncture treatments. My overall health and well-being have improved so much thanks to Whitney. I've been seeing her for over ten years and I plan to continue for decades to come! She has my highest recommendations.

Laurel does a very thorough job in assessing her patients needs before a sesson. Her office is…read morenestled in Sebastopol in a very calming environment.

My former acupuncturist recommended Laurel to boost my fertility, as I had been trying to get…read morepregnant for a year without success. Within a few months of seeing her, I was pregnant and my beautiful son is now almost 2 years old. Instead of taking hormones to get pregnant the way many women in their late thirties/early forties are encouraged to do, I took Laurel at her word: The first day I arrived for an appointment, Laurel advised me to stop trying for a few months while she worked to get my body "ready." It was hard for me to surrender and trust her wisdom because in my fear-based psychology, each month was chipping away at my egg supply and ultimate prospects for having a child. Pausing in my quest to get pregnant was akin to giving up, but Laurel helped me see that my relentless attempts were futile without the balance she could help me achieve. In spite of my misgivings, I followed her advice, took the herbs she recommended, and received weekly acupuncture treatments from her for three months. After the three months were up, Laurel told me it was time, and lo and behold, I got pregnant as soon as she gave me the green light to try again. I believe she is gifted and highly intuitive in her practice. I still go to her every month even though I am not trying to have another baby. I go because she is immensely skilled at the art of healing, and she has been a nurturing presence in my life for three years now. The acupuncture treatments Laurel gives me are often the most restful, peaceful part of my month, and I can count on her to assess my well-being and adjust her treatment to combat the ailments that plague me in any given month, such as headaches, stress, or a lack of vitality. Mostly, though, I go for the same reason people go to a spa, to reach deep relaxation. It doesn't hurt that her office and attendant cabins are ensconced in what feels like an almost mystical clearing surrounded by trees and flowers and great natural beauty.

Ruth is amazing. I foudn her through mutual friends and I went to her back in April when i was…read moreoverdue with my 3rd child!! And although I believe babies know their birthdays, I was desperate to have this baby and as naturally as i could with a pending hospital birth. She worked her magic and after seeing her twice I had Mackie before the induction appointment. Then months later I was for the first time havingn milk issues ( again with my 3rd baby !?!) and she relaxed me and definetely helped stimulate my milk production, but more so helped me with other issues that were contributing factors. When in ruth's care, you feel like she listens intently and has very insightful remedies for mind and body. I highly recommend Ruth and am thankful I found her when i did.

Ruth is honest and caring. Amazingly well-rounded knowledge in both acupuncture but the larger…read morepicture. She knows the community well and can provide great recommendations if you need further care. Fantastic rapport with humor and truly supportive. I wouldn't go anywhere else!