Areas served: San Francisco, CA and the broader Bay Area
San Francisco hosts one of the largest concentrations of licensed acupuncturists in the United States, with over 400 practitioners serving the city's diverse communities. The area's acupuncture landscape reflects both traditional Chinese medicine lineages and integrative Western approaches, influenced by nearby academic institutions including the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Five Branches University. Practitioners range from neighborhood clinics in the Richmond and Sunset districts to integrative medical centers in SoMa and the Financial District.
TruSpine is a comprehensive chiropractic and wellness clinic in San Francisco's Telegraph Hill neighborhood offering chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, and innovative pain relief therapies. Led by experienced chiropractors and licensed acupuncturists (Philip Reh LAc DACM and Dr. Jennifer Drake LAc DACM), they specialize in personalized treatment plans that address the root cause of pain through a range of modalities including dry needling, shockwave therapy, laser therapy, spinal decompression, and red light therapy. They treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, and neuropathy with same-day appointments available Monday-Friday 8am-6pm, accept most insurance plans with direct billing, and offer flexible payment options.
Oceanside Healing in Pacifica is an integrated wellness clinic offering acupuncture, massage therapy, chiropractic care, and Active Release Technique (ART) — all coordinated by providers who work together to address your physical, energetic, and structural health. Unlike typical multi-provider clinics where practitioners work in isolation, their team communicates to create affordable, comprehensive treatment packages that treat you as a whole person. They also host community wellness events including free yoga classes and workshops on meditation and stress relief.
Double Happiness Health is a San Francisco acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic specializing in fertility support, women's health, pain management, and digestive wellness. Led by experienced practitioners, they combine acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, therapeutic massage, and cosmetic facial acupuncture to address root causes of health issues. Their expertise includes fertility enhancement for natural conception and IVF/IUI support, perimenopause and menstrual health, chronic pain management, and gastrointestinal disorders.
Renew Physical Therapy is a patient-centered clinic in San Francisco's Financial District specializing in individualized physical therapy and rehabilitation. Led by experienced clinicians, they treat a wide range of conditions including orthopedic injuries, post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, and chronic pain through evidence-based manual therapy, exercise prescription, and functional movement training. Their approach emphasizes direct patient care with extended appointment times and personalized treatment plans designed to restore mobility and return clients to their daily activities.
Community Acupuncture of Marin (CAM) is an affordable acupuncture clinic in Novato that has provided thousands of treatments over 15 years in a peaceful group healing environment. They treat a wide range of conditions including pain, fatigue, stress, hormones, sleep, digestion, and allergies using safe, effective acupuncture without side effects. The clinic also offers massage therapy and wellness coaching, with flexible scheduling and transparent pricing designed to make natural healing accessible to everyone.
Acupuncture for Athletics is a sports medicine clinic in San Francisco specializing in treating athletes and active individuals through acupuncture, cupping, cold laser therapy, and therapeutic massage. Founded by licensed acupuncturists Ali Hakimi, Suzanne Lange, and Andrew Castellanos, the clinic focuses on sports injuries, chronic pain, stress management, and women's health including fertility support. Their results-oriented approach combines multiple modalities to help patients return to the activities they enjoy.
Blue Ova Health & Acupuncture is an integrative women's wellness center specializing in fertility, pregnancy, and hormonal health. Founded over a decade ago, they combine acupuncture, functional medicine, herbal medicine, nutritional counseling, and LED light therapy to support women through conception, pregnancy, postnatal recovery, and general wellness. Their practitioners develop customized treatment plans for fertility optimization, IVF/IUI support, miscarriage prevention, and menstrual and menopausal health, with both in-person and virtual care options available.
Peninsula Orthopedic Associates is a comprehensive orthopedic surgery and sports medicine practice with multiple locations in Daly City, Menlo Park, and Los Gatos, California. Led by board-certified orthopedic surgeons including Dr. Shabi Khan, Dr. Victoria Barber, Dr. Carri Jones, and others, the practice offers expert care for joint, bone, and soft tissue conditions. Services include arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, rotator cuff repair, spine surgery, physical therapy, regenerative medicine, and advanced diagnostic imaging with an on-site MRI facility. The team treats conditions ranging from sports injuries to chronic pain, providing both non-surgical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient's needs.
San Francisco Community Acupuncture offers both affordable community acupuncture treatments and private acupuncture services in the Mission District. They provide skilled acupuncture treatments on a sliding scale ($45-$75 for community sessions), plus premium private options including acupuncture with massage, cupping therapy, and facial acupuncture treatments designed to improve skin health and address underlying conditions. Their community room features fully reclining chairs and HEPA filtration, making acupuncture accessible to patients at any income level.
Kin Physical Therapy and Performance is a San Francisco-based clinic specializing in physical therapy, sports medicine, and performance coaching. Led by experienced clinicians, Kin combines evidence-based physical therapy with athletic training and performance optimization for athletes, active individuals, and those recovering from injury. They offer individualized treatment plans addressing mobility, strength, pain management, and return-to-sport readiness.
East-West Integrative Medicine Clinic blends Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern wellness practices across four Bay Area locations (three in San Francisco and one in Oakland Hills). They offer acupuncture for chronic conditions, pain management, stress relief, and pregnancy/postpartum care; therapeutic and deep tissue massage; and functional medicine for reproductive health, digestion, and anxiety. With practitioners like Rina (8+ years experience) and Chris, the clinic provides personalized, holistic care in a welcoming spa-like atmosphere, accepting insurance including Healthy SF.
Select Physical Therapy - Geary is a physical therapy clinic located in San Francisco specializing in injury recovery, rehabilitation, and movement restoration. Their licensed therapists provide personalized treatment plans for patients dealing with orthopedic injuries, post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, and chronic pain conditions. They focus on helping patients regain mobility, strength, and function to return to their daily activities and preferred lifestyle.
Dr. Barbara Custer, O.M.D., offers acupuncture and holistic medicine services at East West Optimum Health in Mill Valley. The practice combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern wellness approaches, providing personalized treatment for pain management, stress, and overall health optimization. Dr. Custer's integrative approach addresses both acute conditions and chronic wellness goals.
Kauno is an acupuncture clinic located on Geary Boulevard in San Francisco specializing in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture treatments. The clinic focuses on pain relief, wellness, and holistic health approaches for patients seeking natural healing methods. Kauno combines classical acupuncture techniques with personalized care to address a variety of health concerns.
Verity Physical Therapy & Wellness is an independent physical therapy practice in San Rafael offering evidence-based rehabilitation and wellness services. They specialize in helping patients recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, and improve mobility through personalized treatment plans. Their experienced therapists work with clients of all ages to restore function and enhance overall quality of life.
Henry Wong Physical Therapy and Wellness is a San Francisco-based clinic offering physical therapy and massage services to help patients recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve mobility. Founded by Henry Wong, the practice combines evidence-based physical therapy with therapeutic massage to address musculoskeletal conditions and promote overall wellness. The clinic specializes in personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals.
Nest Acupuncture & Wellness is a San Francisco-based acupuncture and wellness clinic specializing in traditional Chinese medicine treatments. Led by experienced practitioners, they offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, and complementary wellness services to address pain, stress, fertility concerns, and overall health optimization. The clinic combines evidence-based acupuncture with personalized treatment plans to help patients achieve sustainable wellness results.
Wellspring Acupuncture & Massage is an independently run wellness clinic in Corte Madera offering acupuncture and massage therapy services. Their practitioners combine traditional Chinese medicine with therapeutic bodywork to address pain, stress, and overall wellness. They serve the Marin County area with personalized treatment plans tailored to individual health goals.
San Francisco Physical Therapy & Performance is an independent physical therapy clinic located on Divisadero Street serving the San Francisco Bay Area. They offer comprehensive physical therapy and performance optimization services for injury recovery, post-surgical rehabilitation, and athletic performance enhancement. The clinic specializes in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve their functional goals through evidence-based treatment.
SF Holistic Medicine offers acupuncture, dry needling, and functional medicine services in San Francisco. Their specialties include sports acupuncture for athletic performance and injury recovery, cosmetic acupuncture combined with microneedling for facial rejuvenation, and comprehensive functional medicine consultations. The clinic integrates traditional acupuncture techniques with modern wellness approaches to address pain management, sports injuries, and aesthetic goals.
Jet Physio Sports PT Inc. is a physical therapy clinic in Sausalito specializing in sports injury rehabilitation and performance optimization. They provide individualized treatment plans addressing acute injuries, chronic pain, and post-surgical recovery, with a focus on helping athletes return to their sport. Their team combines evidence-based PT techniques with hands-on care to restore function and prevent future injuries.
Reborn Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine clinic in South San Francisco offering acupuncture, herbal medicine, and massage therapy. The practice specializes in pain management, stress relief, and holistic wellness treatments designed to address the root causes of health issues rather than just symptoms. Their practitioners combine classical acupuncture techniques with modern clinical understanding to help patients achieve lasting relief and improved overall health.
Protea Acupuncture, run by Heather, offers traditional Eastern and Western therapies including acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, and therapeutic bodywork. Specializing in treating both chronic and acute conditions, the practice takes a comprehensive, whole-body approach to healing and stress relief. Heather is known for her personable care, deep knowledge of the body, and skilled integration of multiple healing modalities.
Tong De Health Center is a medical clinic in San Francisco specializing in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture services. The center offers comprehensive acupuncture treatments, herbal medicine consultations, and other TCM therapies to address pain management, wellness, and chronic health conditions. They serve both new and established patients seeking natural, evidence-based approaches to healthcare.
Citylife Acupuncture in San Francisco offers comprehensive traditional Chinese medicine services including acupuncture, electric stimulation therapy, cupping therapy, and custom herbal medicine formulas. Founded on the principle that illness results from blocked qi energy, they provide in-depth consultations and personalized treatment plans for pain relief, stress management, and overall wellness. Their practitioners combine ancient healing techniques with modern understanding of the nervous system to help patients achieve balance and improved health.
Family Roots Acupuncture and Herbs is a fully licensed Chinese medicine clinic in San Anselmo specializing in women's health, fertility, pregnancy, and pain management. Founded by Nikole Maxey, a California state licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with expertise spanning gynecology, the childbearing cycle, motherhood, menopause, and sports injuries, the practice offers acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, microneedling, cupping, nutrition counseling, and seasonal cleansing programs. With over 15 years of clinical experience and a compassionate approach to individualized wellness, Family Roots combines ancient Chinese medicine traditions with modern health needs.
San Francisco Integrative Medicine offers acupuncture, dry needling, and micro-needling services with a focus on pelvic floor dysfunction, women's health, emotional health, and digestive wellness. Led by Dr. Korian with over 15 years of clinical experience, the practice combines Western and Eastern medical training to address both acute and chronic conditions. They also offer cosmetic acupuncture and Celluma light therapy modalities, accepting insurance for many services.
Johnson's Acupuncture is a San Francisco institution with nearly 40 years of expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine, led by third-generation acupuncturist Dr. Karen You, L.Ac., DAOM. The clinic offers comprehensive healing services including acupuncture, custom Chinese herbal formulas, facial acupuncture, microneedling, and additional holistic modalities tailored to each patient's needs. They specialize in pain relief, stress reduction, women's health and fertility support, digestive health, and skin rejuvenation, with a reputation for compassionate, personalized care rooted in deep clinical expertise.
On Point Acupuncture in Sausalito is led by Awny, a Master's-level licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with nearly 30 years of experience in traditional Chinese medicine and functional medicine. The practice offers comprehensive acupuncture services including cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, electroacupuncture, and cosmetic facial acupuncture, alongside herbal prescriptions, nutrition counseling, functional medicine lab testing, and energy healing modalities like Reiki and sound therapy. Awny specializes in treating musculoskeletal pain, neurological conditions, anxiety, insomnia, fertility support, pregnancy care, autoimmune disorders, hormonal imbalances, and post-operative recovery, using a holistic, personalized approach that addresses root causes rather than just symptoms.
Redmint is a TCM-rooted holistic wellness center in San Francisco offering acupuncture, massage therapy, skincare facials, and modern wellness technologies like LED light therapy and PEMF frequency mats. They combine ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine with contemporary healing practices, also providing a curated selection of herbal supplements and botanical skincare products formulated with time-tested TCM ingredients. Their mission is to restore inner balance and outer radiance through preventative and restorative care.
Bayhill Acupuncture Health Center is a holistic wellness clinic in San Bruno offering authentic acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, acupressure/tuina massage, and cupping therapy. Led by experienced practitioners, they specialize in treating pain, injuries, gynecological issues, infertility, stress, fatigue, digestive disorders, and endocrine conditions using traditional Chinese medicine principles to support the body's natural healing.
Earthsong Acupuncture, run by Dr. Heather Scheuring (L.Ac, DACM), offers comprehensive acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services in San Rafael and Marin County. The practice specializes in women's health across all life stages—including fertility support, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and peri-menopause—as well as pain management, mental and emotional support, and facial rejuvenation treatments that combine acupuncture with gua sha and Celluma LED light therapy. Dr. Scheuring takes a personalized, compassionate approach, creating customized treatment plans and combining acupuncture with massage, lifestyle recommendations, and movement practices to address each patient's unique health goals.
Toci Wellness is a San Francisco-based acupuncture and natural medicine clinic specializing in treating various health conditions through evidence-based traditional Chinese medicine practices. Located on Diamond Street, they offer acupuncture treatments and related natural medicine services designed to address pain, illness, and wellness concerns. The clinic combines classical acupuncture techniques with modern clinical practice to serve patients seeking alternative and complementary health care.
Clear Pathways Acupuncture & Wellness offers integrative acupuncture and specialized therapeutic bodywork in San Anselmo, drawing on over 25 years of training in holistic health practices. Lynn, the licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, combines Classical and 5 Element Acupuncture with Tui Na massage, Chi Nei Tsang abdominal massage, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, Reiki, and herbal remedies—all tailored to each patient's unique health needs. The practice emphasizes mind-body wellness, empowering patients with lifestyle and nutritional support to address pain, injury recovery, and overall health optimization.
Active Care Physical Therapy in San Francisco provides comprehensive rehabilitation services led by experienced physiotherapists. They specialize in helping patients recover from injuries, post-surgical conditions, and musculoskeletal issues through personalized treatment plans. The clinic focuses on restoring function and mobility so patients can return to their daily activities and lifestyle.
Terra Linda Acupuncture Center is an independent acupuncture clinic in San Rafael offering traditional Chinese medicine services to treat pain, improve wellness, and address chronic health conditions. The clinic specializes in evidence-based acupuncture treatments tailored to individual patient needs.
Marin Family Acupuncture provides traditional Chinese acupuncture and herbal medicine services in San Rafael, offering personalized treatment plans for various health conditions. The practice focuses on family wellness, treating patients of all ages with a holistic approach to health and healing.
TruSpine is the top-ranked acupuncture and wellness provider in the San Francisco area with a Lantern Score of 85.41/100 and a perfect 5-star rating based on 264 reviews. Located in Telegraph Hill, TruSpine offers comprehensive chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, and innovative pain relief therapies, and is particularly recommended for individuals with back pain, sciatica, neck pain, and neuropathy.
Double Happiness Health (Lantern Score: 85.09/100) and Blue Ova Health & Acupuncture (Lantern Score: 84.13/100) are both top-ranked specialists in fertility and women's health. Double Happiness Health focuses on fertility support, IVF enhancement, and women's health with a 5-star rating from 158 reviews, while Blue Ova Health specializes in fertility, pregnancy, and hormonal health with acupuncture and functional medicine services rated 5 stars.
Community Acupuncture of Marin (Lantern Score: 84.90/100) and San Francisco Community Acupuncture (Lantern Score: 83.81/100) both offer affordable acupuncture options. Community Acupuncture of Marin provides thousands of treatments in a peaceful group healing environment over 15 years, while San Francisco Community Acupuncture offers both affordable community treatments and private services in the Mission District with a 4.9-star rating from 358 reviews.
Acupuncture for Athletics (Lantern Score: 84.26/100) is a specialized sports medicine clinic in San Francisco offering acupuncture, cupping, cold laser therapy, and therapeutic massage for athletes and active individuals, with a perfect 5-star rating from 75 reviews. East-West Integrative Medicine Clinic (Lantern Score: 83.74/100) also excels for athletes with sports injuries across four Bay Area locations with a 4.9-star rating from 293 reviews.
Oceanside Healing (Lantern Score: 85.39/100) in Pacifica is top-ranked for integrated wellness care, offering acupuncture, massage therapy, chiropractic care, and Active Release Technique all coordinated by providers who work together. With a perfect 5-star rating from 251 reviews, it's ideal for those tired of coordinating multiple separate providers.
SF Holistic Medicine (Lantern Score: 82.15/100) specializes in cosmetic facial acupuncture and microneedling alongside sports acupuncture and functional medicine with a 5-star rating from 30 reviews. San Francisco Community Acupuncture (Lantern Score: 83.81/100) also offers facial acupuncture for skin health with both community and private options.