Before seeing an acupuncturist, I did some research and found that the reviews for Eric are full of gratitude and blessed, which convinced me that Eric and Twelve Pathways Acupuncture is the one we are looking for! After getting treatment by Eric for over 1 month, I feel my whole health has improved a lot. Sleeping is easily deep and stable without too many wake ups. I used to have bloating and nausea which bothered me for over two years, but now these symptoms have gone and my digestion is getting better. I feel much more energetic and happier than before. Even my allergy cough which I have suffered for over 10 years now has almost gone. During each treatment, Eric always listened to me carefully and answered all my questions. His professional knowledge and amazing expertise make me very confident with my health recovery! read more

I heard from a friend that acupuncture could help induce labor, so I searched for someone local with great reviews when I hit 39 weeks. First baby, no signs of labor and Christmas 3 days past my due date had me a bit concerned... True Story, I first saw Eric on a Saturday at 5 pm. He asked if I would be okay with going into labor in the next few days - umm YES! After our initial discussion, Eric placed the needles in various spots and 30 minutes later I was on my way. The very next morning I didn't have an appetite when my food came out at my favorite breakfast spot, which I read could be a sign of early labor..hmm. By 5pm (24 hours after my appt!!) I was timing contractions 6-7 minutes apart. Baby Girl arrived Monday at 5pm! Amazing!! Postpartum, I've visited Eric for neck and shoulder pain and he has been super attentive to my issues while helping me treat and resolve them. read more

I visited Twelve Pathways solely based on the great Yelp reviews. I may have caught Eric on a bad day, but I found him to be flippant, grouchy, and unwelcoming. He seemed annoyed that I was there - like he wanted to be anywhere else. (Is this the same guy everyone else describes as knowledgeable and caring? Did I get some sort of Eric "imposter?") Didn't smile or emit any sort of kindness when we met, asked me to fill out paperwork and come back to the treatment room in a bored tone of voice, not even making eye contact. This was my first experience with acupuncture, so I dared to ask a couple of questions: What should I expect? Would I feel any different? How do you know if it's working? He seemed annoyed by these questions. He stuck a few needles in me and left the room - didn't explain what I should be doing/focusing on, didn't explain anything at all, really, just left the room. The only time he seemed even remotely animated was after the session when he took my payment and tried to get me to commit to more sessions and paying more money. I felt more stressed AFTER my treatment due to the fact that I paid $195 to feel like I was a nuisance. I was pretty excited to try acupuncture but this experience was a real turn off. I had hoped to find someone who would walk me through the experience a little more, or at least seem happy to have me as a customer. Maybe I'll try another place at some point, once the negativity of this experience wears off. In the meantime, I'll be spending my money on massage, mindfulness/yoga practices, and other things that are truly relaxing. This was worse than dropping $195 in the trash can. read more

I came to Eric after 6 months of trying... it took a little over a year but with his guidance we got pregnant. He was patient and very thorough. I looked forward to these appointments weekly. Would recommend to anyone! Bonus: I didn't get sick for an entire year because acupuncture regulated my body! read more

I started seeing Eric about a year ago for back problems that I was plagued with for many years. I was impressed with my initial consultation to discuss my issues. He was not rushed and showed genuine concern. As others have stated, he is a wealth of knowledge in his field and in holistic healthcare in-general. I have trusted enough in Eric's care that I have referred several friends to him in the past year and all have had the same, positive experience that I have had. If you have been hesitant to try Acupuncture because you didn't know where to find a reputable Acupuncturist, your search is over! read more

Eric is by far the most knowledgeable acupuncturist in Naperville area. I have been to several & no one comes close. I've been going there since February to help with infertily and after only 2 months I began to see a huge difference in my menstrual cycle and in my hormone levels especially my AMH & FSH improved for the better. I can't imagine going through this IVF process without his guidence & knowledge! Furthermore, my recent IVF cycle was the most successful to date. I highly recommend 12 pathways for those trying to conceive naturally or with IVF/IUI. You won't be disappointed with the knowledge you gain, the results you'll see & how you feel after trying 12 pathways! read more

I have been seeing Eric for what I would say is to close to a decade now and he has helped with various things, such as relieving anxiety, uplifting my mood, helping me sleep, and quitting smoking. He is very knowledgeable and I am so happy to have acupuncture in my life. I got married about 2 years ago and my husband and I have been trying to conceive for about 7 months. At the beginning of March, I decided I wanted Eric to try pregnancy points and at the end of the month my husband and I were thrilled to find out that I am pregnant and we are having a baby girl in December! I would highly recommend seeing Eric, as I know he has had great success in helping couples conceive. read more

Amazing experience. Completely re adjusted my body, unless issue is cost of acupuncture. It is not over priced but 70-80$ a week for me was too much. read more

NOT EXPERIENCED WITH CANCER PATIENTS. SEEK OUT A PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATED WITH CANCER TREATMENT PROGRAM! I sought Eric out while undergoing an aggressive neoadjuvant (before surgery) chemotherapy regimen treating my Stage 3 triple negative breast cancer in Fall 2014. I was having a host of treatment related side effects, including insomnia, anxiety/depression, fatigue, and nausea. I read his yelp reviews and they were all great. I was hesitant because there were no reviews from cancer patients. While my treatment hospital Northwestern offered a variety of integrative services, it is in Chicago, and driving there for weekly chemo was tough enough for me. I called Eric and asked about his experience with cancer patients. He assured me that in his 14 years of practice, he had worked with many cancer patients and was well versed in their care. I trusted him, because I believe that homeopathic practitioners are honest and good people. After my second session, my nausea was noticeably better, which I told him. He quickly asked me to write a review, which took me for surprise and made me wonder how sensitive he was to the plight of a cancer patient. He knew I had a toddler at home and was struggling to make it through each day due to fatigue. Asking me to do something for him while I was in this state was disconcerting. However, my nausea continued to get better with each session. I was able to stop my steroids early after each chemotherapy because my nausea was sidelined. I attribute this to acupuncture, along with clean eating. My sleep, however, never improved. I stressed that sleep was the most debilitating side effect I was experiencing. In addition to acupuncture, I was involved in weekly counseling with an oncology therapist to address the emotional side of facing cancer; this greatly reduced my anxiety and depression. I discontinued my sessions with Eric when I ended chemo because they were costly and helped with nausea, from which I no longer suffered. Fast forward to the present. I had surgery in January. Eric text me about a month after my surgery asking when I was coming in again. I thought about it and decided to give him another try now that nausea was no longer a symptom. I also figured that since I am no longer on any medications for pain or sleep, acupuncture might work to help me stay asleep through the night. I went in for a session. I told him about my surgery; during which he was not looking at me and was searching in his cabinet for my file. He asked no follow up questions regarding my bilateral mastectomy with sentinal lymph node removal surgery or my current radiation treatment. He just wanted to know when I stopped taking my medications. I told him to steer clear of my right side multiple times. He asked me if I wanted a heat lamp on my stomach! Umm, no, I'm suffering from radiation burns on my chest, underarm, and upper back, of course I don't want a heat lamp anywhere near my body. He treated me and placed a needle in my right wrist. My fault for not asking the purpose and trusting he knew what he was doing. I left feeling relaxed and went to radiation. I woke up in the middle of the night soaked with sweat. I'm no longer in chemo induced menopause and hadn't had a hot flash in over a month. The next morning my right arm, wrist, and hand began feeling swollen. I called my radiation oncologist asking to see her when I came in for treatment. She said I'm developing lymphedema and referred me for physical therapy. I canceled my next session with Eric immediately and went to pick up the cash I had paid him. He did not have change when I paid in cash for the session so I paid for 2 sessions that day. I picked up my cash (he shorted me $1), told him what happened, and he acted surprised. I called Northwestern's integrative clinic and asked about this. I was shocked at the answer I received. Practitioners should NEVER treat any limbs at risk for lymphedema! What puts a patient at risk? Surgery and radiation, two facts Eric knew about me. I'm disappointed with how this turned out and feel partly to blame for trusting his experience with cancer patients. I write this review so no one else experiences negative side effects when seeking treatment to help alleviate the side effects that go along with cancer treatment. This is not a bashing of Eric as a practitioner. He has helped patients who do not have life threatening illness with fertility, pain, relaxation. Cancer patients deserve an acupuncturist with specific cancer experience and knowledge. I implore you to seek out professionals affiliated with integrative medicine at local hospitals. Learn from my rookie mistake. read more

I started seeing Eric for help with fertility as my husband and I have been trying for 3 years. My first session was on 9/17/15. Eric made me feel really comfortable and he was so positive during my conversation with him that it lifted my spirits by the time I left the office (which made a huge difference for me considering its been 3 long years). Just after one session I noticed that my energy level increased slightly and I slept better at night. It was the most relaxing experience I've ever had. I couldn't believe I saw a small improvement just after one session. My second session was on 9/24/15, my third session was on 10/1/15 and I was happy to announce to Eric that I received confirmation from my doctor that morning that I am pregnant!!!!! I couldn't believe it. After only two sessions, I finally got the wish I've been praying for! I do have to note that I was on fertility medication for 3 months at that point so I'm not sure if it was a mixture of that and the acupuncture that did it or not. Either way, Eric helped make it happen and very quickly for me! I am so happy that I made the call to see him and am very thankful for what he has done for me so far. For anyone out there considering acupuncture for fertility, don't think twice about it. I'm proof that it works. read more

I've been seeing Eric for over a year. Throughout that time, Eric has been a true partner in improving my health and achieving my goals. He's extremely intuitive and caring, which makes for a powerful package. I look forward to my sessions as I always leave feeling a sense of peace as well as a release of my built up tension. Eric helped me set the stage for a healthy pregnancy and is currently helping me foster a nourishing environment for the babies. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a holistic alternative to healing or simply looking for a more balanced lifestyle. read more

Eric is the best! He has helped me so much. I'm feeling really great...centered & healthy. I noticed an improvement after just one treatment (I had a terrible cold), but multiple treatments have been extremely beneficial in my overall health and well being. I believe that ongoing treatments will be a must for me! I highly recommend his services. read more

I have been seeing Eric Recine for three months and have been very impressed with his professionalism, talent, and extra effort he has put into treating me. I go to Eric for back and neck pain, overall well being, and pre/post pregnancy health. Just an example of his dedication to his patients: I once had a very urgent issue come up related to my pregnancy. I called Eric immediately and he made himself available that same day as well as came in on the weekend. Not only do I like Eric's style but he is also effective. I have had relief from terrible recurring neck pain from two car accidents. I have found acupuncture to be more relaxing and effective than any other treatments I have tried, including chiropractic and massage. If you are new to acupuncture, Eric would be a great person to see as he does an extensive intake and explains how acupuncture works. I certainly believe in Eric's abilities and business style. read more

I started seeing Eric about a year ago for fertility. I'm 43 and decided to take a more natural path to pregnancy instead of going the medical route with IVF. My treatment consisted of weekly visits and herbal supplements. I needed to take a two month break to deal with a bout of early stage breast cancer but resumed acupuncture after healing. I was ready to give up at the end of September but Eric encouraged me to keep with treatment for two more months. He really felt I was close. Turns out he was right! I got pregnant a month later and have now completed my 1st trimester. I've continued treatment through my 1st trimester and really think it was a big help in reducing the side effects common during this time. read more

I started getting treatments from Eric in my second trimester of pregnancy as I was experiencing anxiety and insomnia. Acupuncture helped me sleep better and managed my anxiety so I didn't have to turn to anti depressants. Eric is extremely skilled in his field and I felt like I was in good hands with him in terms of hitting the right pressure points during pregnancy. I saw him at 39 weeks pregnant to hopefully induce labor & two days later, I had my son! I highly recommend Eric for your acupuncture needs!! read more

I decided to try acupuncture (with a little reluctance) following a friends recommendation for help with fertility/maintaining a healthy pregnancy and I couldn't be happier that my search led me to Eric. I suffered an early pregnancy loss in June of 2013 and went for my first session with Eric in the beginning of a cycle in early November. After 2 sessions per week that month, I had a positive pregnancy test by Thanksgiving! I continued to see Eric through the critical 12 week period and beyond, and am now 27 weeks with a beautiful growing baby bump. I have been enjoying every minute of this pregnancy and attribute at least some of that to my experience with Eric. Being 37 years old and just starting to think about starting a family is scary because you know your time is limited if things don't work right away... And after one miscarriage, you worry even more. Acupuncture with Eric really helped me to maintain a positive attitude through this journey and I intend on going back for round 2 once we are ready. I couldn't recommend his services more. Whether it's fertility or chronic pain, he is very concerned with helping his patients through life's punches, and is good at what he does. read more

After nearly a year of trying to conceive, I decided to try acupuncture and was lucky to find Eric at Twelve Pathways. I came in with a bit of anxiety about doing acupuncture and he was very straightforward with me about how it works and assured me that it is an effective treatment for those dealing with infertility. After 8 sessions in about 4 weeks I found out that I was pregnant. Amazingly enough, Eric seemed to pick up on this fact a few days before it was confirmed. I have other health issues that have been cleared up since starting acupuncture as well. Eric is well informed and knows what he is doing. He is intuitive to feelings and your body's health. I would recommend anyone I know looking for acupuncture for any reason to pay him a visit. read more

I started seeing Eric a few months ago for anxiety issues. I was recommended by my father who suffered from chronic headaches for as long as I could remember. After seeing Eric he reported he was no longer having them. So ,naturally, I wanted to see if he could help me. I admit I was quite nervous because I thought the needles would be painful. Eric was very understanding of this and assured me the treatment is quite painless. The needles are very small and at most I only feel a small poke. Most of the time I don't even know they are there. After only a few sessions my anxiety had been significantly reduced and I have even been sleeping better. I would highly recommend his services to anyone interested in trying acupuncture. read more

I came to Eric prior to and durning my first pregnancy and had a successful pregnancy with healthy baby boy. I will be returning and would recommend Eric to friends and family. read more

After 4 treatments with Eric, I got pregnant. My husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for 4 years. We've seen 3 different doctors over the past 3 years; and I've been to several acupuncturists. Eric was very supportive and positive. I highly recommend him. read more

I started seeing Eric in 2017 for fertility issues. My husband and I had been trying to get pregnant for about a year with no success. I came across Eric's website and saw his great reviews and testimonials about fertility and decided to give it a try. From my very first meeting with him, I was at ease and filled with great optimism that this was going to work. He took a thorough history and was kind yet confident that I would see a positive outcome. Within just a few short months, I not only slept better and felt more balanced in my mood, but I really came to love my acupuncture sessions and the way I felt afterward. Best news of all, we got pregnant (and stayed pregnant) within just a few short months of starting with Eric! I've continued to see him throughout the pregnancy and will return soon after the birth to maintain the benefits I've received from acupuncture. I would, without hesitation, recommended Eric to anyone seeking acupuncture. Whether you're looking for general well-being or fertility specific treatment, Eric is the best. read more