Sage is such a wonderful practitioner and herbalist! I have been seeing Sage to support women's health 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. read more

I'm so grateful to Sage, it was vital for me to find a truly all-body accepting weight neutral practitioner 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. read more

Just had my first session with Sage, and my body feels grateful for the healing. I went in for sciatic pain, and it was completely gone by the end of the session. It has been 48 hours since, and it still has not come back. I felt a sense of wholeness after the session and definitely felt a shift. Sage creates a really safe environment, and her bedside mannerism is excellent. I highly recommend her business! read more

Sage is kind, caring, and warm. Her demeanor put me instantly at ease. The office is clean, comfortable, and quiet. Would definitely recommend. read more

My wife and I have been working with Sage for a few years now and have benefitted incredibly from her care. She is detail oriented, kind, knowledgeable and if you reach the edge of her expertise she will go the extra mile to gather information and research current literature and studies to learn more. I really appreciate the care and respect that she shows her clients, she does a wonderful job at allowing clients their own decision making process while offering supportive information and guidance. She supported both my wife and I in our pregnancies and a complicated post partum experience, and we trust her completely! read more

Sage's name is SO apt - her wisdom about healing has helped me tremendously. She is an incredible listener, always asking keen questions to ensure she knows precisely what is ailing me. She is exceptionally kind and gentle with every procedure - ensuring I am comfortable and feel cared for during every visit. Her acupuncture and herbs have helped me with hormonal issues and I inevitably feel better and more relaxed after every visit. I can't recommend her strongly enough! read more

I started working with Sage during a time of acute physical distress and now consider her an integral part of my care web. She is a present and professional practitioner who has empowered me to establish new routines and habits that support my wellbeing even when I leave the office. Whenever I have questions about herbs or treatments, Sage shares her knowledge generously. I leave each session feeling so grounded. Everyone needs a Sage in their life and I'm so grateful to have found such a capable and compassionate practitioner so close to home! read more

Sage is incredibly knowledgeable, wise, and kind. She is also the most thorough acupuncturist I have ever been to. After working with many fertility specialists over a period of 6 years, she is the first practitioner that was able to help me identify my root cause. Her herbs are very high quality and her space is lovely. I highly recommend Sage! read more

Sage is a caring, compassionate, patient, and professional practitioner. She's supported me through fertility treatment and then prenatal care. She's had great insight into my constitution and the best course of treatment to complement my IVF / western medicine. I've been in good hands with her! read more

I've been working with Sage to restore (emotional, physical) balance to my menstrual cycle for almost two years now and I don't intend to stop! Not for a lack of outcomes, of course, but because the ongoing benefits speak for themselves. Acupuncture as a modality is such a powerful tool for healing and wellness for all bodies, and in the hands of an accomplished practitioner this system can really go a long way to supporting our bodies' ability to heal itself. I feel really fortunate to be working with such an intuitive, wise and experienced acupuncturist + herbalist on a regular basis, and you would feel the same way too if you start working with her! read more

Sage is a really talented and caring acupuncturist. She has a beautiful office and really great bedside manner. I can tell she really cares and offers support and services from her heart. read more

I've received twice weekly and then weekly treatments from Sage since early June. I had multiple needs; injury rehabilitation, fertility and then pre-natal. Sage has been a wonderful support for my body and mind and helped me achieve the results I want at every step. My torn MCL is 100% recovered with acupuncture and physical therapy. My fertility process was completely successful with the first frozen embryo transfer, and Sage helped reduce the side-effects from all the hormone therapy. And now my pregnancy is healthy and progressing normally. She also helped minimize first trimester symptoms. Sage specializes in fertility and pre-natal care. She is very knowledgeable about both; giving me valuable guidance about supplements, exercise, symptoms, and local resources. I am 49 and this is my first pregnancy. I'm glad to have Sage on my side. read more

I've been receiving treatment from Sage regularly for about a year now and the experience has been fantastic overall. From the get-go, she makes you feel very comfortable, talks through your needs and concerns, and is very patient and calm. She is also very knowledgeable and is always trying new things to improve her practice. If she happens to know how to treat something very specific, she will do her research and find solutions. I highly recommend her! read more

Sage is amazing. She has a calming presence and healing touch. She has helped me navagate a medically challenging time.

Sage is a truly gifted and wonderful acupuncturist and herbalist. I came to Sage with hormonal, digestive and energy issues, and working with her has completely changed my health and my life. Sage is consistently attentive, patient, and responsive - I've been seeing her once a week for a few months and each session we tackle whatever has come up for me that week health-wise. She has used a mix of acupuncture and herbs to treat me, and I've seen a continual improvement that I did not even dream was possible beforehand. I cannot recommend her more highly. Seeing her and getting acupuncture is a highlight of my week - I always leave feeling more relaxed and better than when I walked in the door. read more

I started going to Sage for eczema after my long-time acupuncturist retired last April. Sage is a gentle, kind, and gifted acupuncturist and herbalist. I always felt amazing during and after treatments, and I found her customized tincture for skin health effective as well. I am very thankful that my insurance allowed me to receive acupuncture regularly for many months, and I've noticed an overall improvement in my symptoms. Thank you, Sage! You'll definitely be missed in Oakland. read more

As someone with multiple layered health issues and wants to spend as little time in Western medicine as possible, I felt really fortunate to work with Sage. Sage was thorough, loving, and supportive throughout the session. I could trust that she was holding the space with tenderness and that I could just relax and let the acupuncture do its magic. It's rare to find such a blend of grounded professionalism and warm, tender care. Afterwards Sage wrote a specific care plan that really showed how present she was in our intake and gave intended outcomes for continuing with treatments that made me feel supported and hopeful. I will definitely be returning (this week actually!). read more

I had the pleasure of receiving a treatment from Sage this past weekend. To start with a logistical aspect, Sage is available on Sundays, when most practitioners are closed! This is great both for those who can't regularly make weekday hours and for emergencies. Her office is easy to get to on Grand Ave, including several bus lines (the 12, for sure). I came with a more energetic/somatic issue, and Sage was able to truly hear and hold the depth and breadth of what I was working on, and translate that into a treatment plan. She has healing hands, and I felt relaxed even just when she was holding my wrists to take my pulses. In addition to needles she used moxa, but this awesome special moxa that actually smelled good and not skunky! Bonus! The whole treatment was deeply relaxing for me, and later in the day I continued to have belly releases related to her care. Besides my own personal care, I am a doula and will happily be referring pregnant and new mamas to her! read more

Sage was very helpful in our session, and offered generous and attentive acupuncture. I left feeling at ease and rested. From the beginning, Sage's clarity and calmness helped aid the whole of the process, aided by the charm of Opal space. A surprise came while on the table in the form of a dream, so not only did I receive something for my physical health and well-being, but also an alchemical process ~ an image for future guidance, what a treat and retreat! read more

I came in to see Sage because of her expertise in Women's Health. I had recently gotten a diagnosis of cervical dysplasia and I knew that Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture could support my body in healing from it. Sage was so helpful in coming up with a treatment plan for me that included acupuncture and herbs. I also did a naturopathic protocol of supplements and herbs along with the Chinese herbal formulas that Sage prescribed. Sage has a very grounded and compassionate presence which she always brought to our treatments. I'm so happy that I pursued treatment with Sage and an alternative, holistic approach. I got great news at my last appointment with my OBGYN that my cervical dysplasia regressed and that my body had completely cleared HPV (which causes cervical dysplasia)! Highly recommend! read more

Sage helped me a lot with my upper back, neck, shoulder pain. We have worked together 4 times so far and I continue to see her. She recommended a combination of cupping and acupuncture to relieve the tension. After the 1st session, I felt relieved. After the 2nd and a 3rd it keeps on getting better, with significant improvements in flexibility and reduction in pain. I am functioning again! She is also very empathetic. I'll continue seeing her as acupuncture is working well for stress relief too. read more

Sage is an exceptional provider. She's very knowledgeable, non-judgmental, and was committed to understanding my concerns. I felt relaxed during my appt. and felt that she really cared about me. I'm looking forward to continued work with her! read more

I've been seeing Sage for acupuncture regularly for the past six months, and she has helped me immensely in balancing my emotions, hormones, and skin health. Sage's keen listening ear along with her amazing intuition and solid Chinese medicine background make me feel like I am in the best of hands. I would recommend her to any of my friends or family. read more

Sage is a kind and thoughtful practitioner who meets you at every appointment exactly where you are.  She takes the time for a thorough intake during each session to ensure that she plans her treatment just right.  She is particularly skilled in women's health and I have seen great improvement in my hormone health since starting on a consistent schedule of acupuncture and herbs.  She even took the extra time to research treatment for an uncommon condition and really made me feel supported through a difficult time and transition.  If Sage is local to you, I wholeheartedly recommend seeing her -- she is a true healer. read more

I know everyone says this, but I generally don't write reviews... If you are looking for a personalized healing experience, book Sage. She is an empathic listener and a skilled, intuitive acupuncturist. I completely trust her depth of knowledge and practice. She has helped with both short-term and long-term health issues. I've been seeing her for over a year, and I can't imagine working with anyone else. read more

I had a wonderful experience with Sage Staggs, She is knowledgable, skilled, warm and welcoming. I had a great acupuncture treatment with her and I walked away feeling more balanced. I also had a trip after my session and I'm sure she helped support my immune system to withstand the air travel better. I look forward to more in the future! read more

I went to Sage because I was having pain in my lower legs and other circulation issues along with low energy. I really enjoyed my experience working with Sage because her intake is thorough about my life choices and history, the acupuncture session was calming and the table was warm, and all day I had amazing energy after the session. Thank you Sage Staggs Acupuncture! read more

Sage is an absolutely incredible acupuncturist and herbalist and I've been SO lucky to work with her. I've seen a number of different practitioners for a chronic health issue and have seen by far the best results with Sage. She is warm, attentive, wise and skillful. I feel deeply relaxed and grounded after my treatments and have experienced many other improvements under her care. I recommend her to anyone seeking a caring and experienced health provider - there is no one better. read more

Sage is the first provider I've ever seen where I feel truly listened to and cared for. Sage is very wise, gentle, an excellent listener, and has great follow through. I always leave acupuncture treatments feeling refreshed and revitalized. I'm really glad to have found Sage and highly recommend her. read more

Sage is very professional, calming, and knowledgeable. She explains her treatments (I went for acupuncture and moxibustion) very clearly and makes you feel comfortable. Her environment is very clean and relaxing. I came to Sage for pregnancy issues- back pain and insomnia, and no joke- the day I did the acupuncture, I have never slept so good!!! I highly recommend Sage and will continue to see her weekly until at least my baby is born! read more

Sage is a highly competent and brilliant acupuncturist! She is compassionate and thorough and will help you feel very comfortable with your treatment. I'm always impressed with how gentle her techniques are, and effective! She has a very thorough approach - and you will feel cared for in every step of the process! She really knows Chinese medicine and herbs and always impresses me with her breadth of knowledge and her attention to detail. I highly recommend her! Thanks for all you do Sage- can't wait to get another treatment! read more

Sage was so patient with me on my very first acupuncture appointment ever. She listened intently as I gave her nearly my entire life story/medical history and then explained to me in detail the process for our initial appointment and a treatment plan for future visits. I experienced very minimal discomfort at insertion of the needles, and just after, intense relaxation. She stayed nearby to make sure I was doing ok, and then left me on my own to relax completely. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

I've been getting weekly acupuncture treatments from Sage Staggs. I originally went because of a badly sprained ankle and Sage's treatments sped up the recovery. I also have advanced neuropathy in both feet and the sessions always help them to feel better. Sage really takes the time to find out what is going on with my health each time I visit; she is kind, attentive, caring and professional. The treatments are extremely relaxing and I fall into a deep and restful sleep every time. I gladly and heartily recommend you schedule an acupuncture session with Sage. read more

Sage is fantastic. She helped me with an issue that has bothered me for several years. She is extremely knowledgeable, warm, supportive, and gentle. Her office is so calming and peaceful. I highly recommend her for post pregnancy concerns. read more

I have seen Sage for acupuncture and received herbal formulas through her consultation. I have been very pleased with the care, support, and consultations I have received. Her manner in dealing with clients is knowledgeable and deeply caring. She has helped me with balancing my cycle, relieved acute neck pain, and has worked with my energy level. She has a wonderful touch. read more

I got 2 cupping treatments from Sage and got great results. The tension and pain in my back and shoulders decreased significantly after the first treatment, and more after the 2nd one! I left her office feeling light and very relaxed. Sage is very generous. I love that she took the time to explain what she was doing and gave me recommendations for future treatments. The cupping treatments are pretty inexpensive (I think like $45) and they really work. I highly recommend Sage. I think she offers custom herbal formulas too. I will go back to try Sage's herbal consultation, and definitely for more cupping :) read more

"I highly recommend Sage if your looking for an excellent acupuncture session! I felt calm the moment I sat down with Sage, and her needling technique was gentle and effective. I left feeling relaxed yet rejuvenated, and the pain in my shoulder almost completely gone! Hands down the best treatment I've ever had." read more

I felt deeply relaxed after Sage's acupuncture treatment - it was just what I needed to ease my stress. I was impressed that with only a few needles, which didn't hurt at all going in, I was able to get into that deeply relaxed state! I liked her gentle needling and her calm, empathetic, kind presence. The intake was thorough and you can tell that she really cares. :) I'm looking forward to more treatments to ease my tensions and pregnancy discomforts! read more

Sage was incredibly attentive to what I was looking for and met me where I was at, developing a care plan (food recommendations, supplements, and herbal formulas) based on my priorities. She is knowledgeable, thorough, and explained the details of everything I wanted to know. I highly recommend Sage to anyone who would like to explore Chinese medicine and herbalism in a nonjudgemental and compassionate space. read more

Sage is welcoming, professional and a very skilled acupuncturist. Her warmth and quiet centeredness are nicely balanced with her authenticity. I have seen many acupuncturists along the way and Sage rates up at the top. Her needling is gentle yet powerful and the depth of relaxation I experience is hard to come by. Her intake is very thougtful, I felt heard/seen, and I love that she shared her reasoning for the treatment she was about to give me. I look forward to more! read more