Ms Weiss is an amazing, intuitive healer. I'd heard rave reviews about her for years before going…read moreto her to release chronic muscular back pain. She offered me trigger point release that opened up knots that had been plaguing me for years. It was incredible-- I didn't know that acupuncture could address this issue let alone so successfully! A few months later I broke my foot. Not only did I receive great advice but I received great care in helping the bone and ligament mend. I recommend Healing Space Acupuncture to everyone I know! (Plus, the building is chock full of wonderful wellness practitioners. Such a great resource!)

I emailed Healing Space a week ago asking for next available initial appt but never heard back so…read moreyesterday, I called and left a voice mail. Today I heard back from her assistant. She told me that she just had a cancellation for Monday and to fill out the forms on the website. I was so happy to hear back so I can get help with chronic pain issues. Community acupuncture has been so helpful to me in the past but we've moved too far from another practice and needed to find a new one. Healing Space is only a mile away! The assistant then told me that the price was $105 for initial consult and $60 for future appts. I was confused because the website says 65/40. I asked about the discrepancy and was told that this was for private appts. Nowhere on the website do I see this listed so I asked for the community acupuncture fees and was told that there's a waiting list and it's a 'gazillion miles long'. I asked for the next appt and was told that they would 'add me to the waiting list'. This is clearly false advertising. If you can't honor the prices on your website, change it. If you can't return emails in over a week, then don't post your email address. 'Healing Space' made me feel a little worse.

I started acupuncture treatments with Nina a little over a month ago and have seen a difference in…read moremy overall well-being. Some things we're still working on but other things, like digestion ailments and circulation issues, have drastically improved since starting the treatments. Remember that acupuncture is NOT a once-and-done type of thing. It may require several visits and ongoing maintenance to pinpoint specific issues, like seeing a chiropractor. It all depends on what you're looking to get out of the treatments. The best approach is to start with a weekly or bi-weekly schedule and then adjust your frequency from there. If you have a laundry list of needs, getting your body fine-tuned and fixed might take a while since acupuncture is about re-establishing the energy flow from head to toe. Here are some other tips I learned that are beneficial to know beforehand... --You will feel a tiny sting (but only lasting a second to two) as each needle is inserted. But I promise you won't feel them during the session or as they are being removed. --However, you MUST remain completely motionless while you're lying on the table with the needles in you. Since they are in various pressure points throughout the body, moving an arm or leg ever so slightly could result in heavy, achy, or dulling muscle pain at that moment. --Wear loose-fitting clothes (like shorts and a T-shirt). Avoid tight jeans or form-fitting attire. This will give the practitioner easier access to your skin and make you feel A LOT more comfortable during the full hour of treatment. --Remaining still is a great time to relax and focus on breathing. Soft, soothing music plays gently in the room, which helps to put the mind at ease. It has even put me to sleep a couple of times! Acupuncture isn't for everyone, but for those who may be open to alternative healing techniques, you might be amazed at how effective it is!

Nina is a great and phenomenal acupuncturist. She is very skilled and she knows her craft well. She…read morehas done so many wonders to improve my overall health and pain levels. I went in almost broken and now my suffering has been improved and is better controlled. I recommend her to everyone who is interested in exploring outside of western medicine. She is very professional and thorough with her practice. I highly recommend her for overall health needs. She has changed my views on the power of acupuncture.

I started going to Megan for low back pain. I tried everything from injections, physical therapy,…read moremedicine, chiropractor, yoga, massages, and even back surgery itself. Nothing worked with countless doctors trying to figure this out. After my 5th visit with Megan, the entire next week, my back pain lowered substantially. It's still here and there, but so far she has made a MAJOR change in my life that I was starting to think wasn't possible, and it looks like may continue!She's genuine, caring, and top notch at what she does. Highly recommend!

I've been suffering with chronic skin issues for my whole life. I had the pleasure of experiencing…read moreMegan's work at a few different retreats and have felt revived yet relaxed after each session. She has a gift of listening beneath the surface and I feel heard and in caring hands. She's so knowledgeable and goes above and beyond by researching what could help beyond the acupuncture treatments. Sure, she's an Acupuncturist, but what you're getting is a wise friend who's looking out for what's best for you and your healing journey.

I first saw Lauren Buckley in 2008, and was extremely happy with the results! I saw her for a bone…read morespur, which she worked on and I was able to wear heals to my son's wedding!

I previously wrote about my acupuncture experience with Lauren Buckley at her former location and…read morewanted to update my review to reflect her new location on Passyunk--which is even better! The space is lovely, warm and inviting and I fall into some of the deepest states during my appointments. I previously wrote about acupuncture as a solution to a specific health problem, but I have been going regularly over the last year to maintain health and balance--and every visit to South Philly Community Acupuncture leaves me feeling calm, refreshed and great! The community setting is not at all bothersome, and allows for a sliding scale payment format that makes acupuncture affordable. I highly recommend Lauren and South Philly Community Acupuncture!

I have seen Mary Ellen for a number of problems over the last 20 years and she has helped me much…read moremore than in the conventional treatments I have had. Acupuncture is a very underrated treatment. She has 'cured' my extremely bad allergies I suffered with for years. I have seen her for back and leg issues as well as for a nerve damage I have due to an accident. In each case the treatments I received helped tremendously. Her approach is very calm, relaxing. She goes through a detailed question process prior to treatment to determine cause and triggers of the problem. Her advice and suggestions for lifestyle changes to prevent the issues from reoccurring are also very helpful. I have recommended her to many friends, and all have been extremely satisfied with the results. Jim Sun.

Mary Ellen treats me for asthma and sports injuries. She is truly amazing. Mary Ellen's manner is…read morevery calm and accepting, and she wants to know any physical or emotional issues I am going through. The Japanese needles (smaller than Chinese) sometimes hurt a bit, but it is usually due to muscle spasms I have brought with me. Afterward, I am relaxed, pain-free, and ready to sleep deeply. It is a wonderful drug-free alternative for sports injuries. My pulmonologist supports the acupuncture as part of my asthma treatment, and my spirometer numbers at the doctor's office have been 100%+ (for my gender, age and non-smoker status) since I have been treated with acupuncture. I cannot recommend Mary Ellen enough! In addition, Mary Ellen is on the faculty of the Won Institute, the only PA accredited college of acupuncture.

Jeanne Andrews is a well-seasoned acupuncturist. Her skill set across the board of very…read morecomprehensive. She has a genuine healing nature and leaves no stone unreturned when it comes to partnering with her clients. I left my treatment feeling relaxed, but energized. I could not even feel the needles when she placed them on me. So glad to have her in my neighborhood! Thanks Jeanne!

I've on been twice to see Sharon Sherman at Empirical Point acupuncture and I am very impressed…read morewith her ability to use her practice to alleviate my pain/discomfort. If you are in need of expert professional to get relief from neck, back or other musculoskeletal symptoms I highly recommend this practice

I went to Brittany with a herniated disc and severe nerve pain. On top of several months of…read morephysical therapy, I added dry needling to the mix with immediate, positive results. She is a great provider and guided me through a very difficult time. The relief from dry needling was powerful. I highly recommend Brittany Lombardo.

Initially I was a bit wary but curious and open to any relief from my shoulder pain. Brittany is…read moreprofessional, kind, meticulous and has a great sense of humor which immediately put me at ease. The office space is comfortable and soothing and the treatments very focused and non-threatening. Office Manager Maura makes booking and changing appointments easy and pleasant. I am partway through and very hopeful of continuing diminished pain.

I have been going regualrly to Dr. Leidy for over 4 years. The treatments I receive help me to…read morecope with the chronic medical conditions that I have. Dr. Leidy is an attentive listener who is able to craft an individualized treatment plan for each patient. Not only is she a highly skilled acupuncturist, she also employs other healing techniques to maximize and enhance the well-being of her patients. Highly recommended!

Janet is one of the best if not the best and most knowledgable, personal, and relatable…read moreacupuncturists I have ever met. She is the top professor at the won institute, the only acupuncture school in Pa. She is without a doubt the most knowledgable person j know when it comes to eastern medicine. She has many many success stories.