Kate J.
Yelp
I can honestly say that having these guys in my neighborhood has changed my life. I have had chronic migraines for years, which have only gotten worse and worse. The only thing that works to keep them under control is regular acupuncture, but I never wanted to pay the rates at other acupuncture clinics. This place is super affordable, and because I'm a student, the special discount rate makes it possible for me to come every week. I was missing so much work before, it honestly felt almost like I had a disability, and now I'm back on my feet!
I have been to several acupuncturists in my life, and these guys are the absolute best. I've seen almost every practitioner at this location, and every single one has taken a lot of time to ask me questions and really listen to my concerns. In addition to the migraine treatments, they'll ask me about how I'm doing otherwise and adjust the treatments as needed for insomnia, seasonal allergies, anxiety, digestive issues, etc. They work hard to make you feel comfortable, and even though it's a shared space (i.e. you don't get your own room, but lie on a table in a room with other people who are also getting treatment), it's a really soothing environment. They aren't stingy with the needles and they don't rush you out of there. Now I see Sarah Heslip regularly, because in addition to being a really attentive and kind acupuncturist, she's a great herbalist. But I've had nothing but wonderful experiences with Kate, Max, Walda, and Maria, too.
It's also important to me that their attitudes are relaxed, welcoming, and community-oriented -- they don't make you feel shamed for not being a vegan yogi who meditates for an hour a day. It's very come-as-you-are. Just cannot recommend this place highly enough.