Areas served: Newton, MA and surrounding Metro West communities including Wellesley, Waltham, and Brookline
Newton's acupuncture community includes practitioners trained in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and integrative approaches, serving patients across the city's thirteen villages. Local providers range from solo practices in Newton Centre and Newton Highlands to multi-disciplinary wellness centers near the Boston line. Many practitioners hold dual credentials in acupuncture and herbal medicine, with specializations spanning pain management, fertility support, and stress reduction.
Sun Wellness Acupuncture, located in West Roxbury, provides comprehensive acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine treatments to address a wide range of health conditions and promote natural healing. The clinic accepts most major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United, Harvard Pilgrim, and MassHealth, making care accessible to many patients. With extended weekday hours and Saturday availability, they serve the Boston area with evidence-based traditional Chinese medicine therapies.
Advanced Sports Therapy is a privately-owned physical therapy and sports rehabilitation clinic in Wellesley specializing in musculoskeletal injuries, orthopedic conditions, and pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. Led by therapists with extensive orthopedic knowledge, they combine advanced manual therapy, skilled exercise prescription, and one-on-one supervised care to help patients return to their active lifestyles. The practice maintains strong relationships with local physicians and uses evidence-based treatment approaches, including specialized equipment like the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill.
Turning Leaf Acupuncture is a comprehensive integrative clinic in Brookline specializing in acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, functional nutrition coaching, and lifestyle counseling. Founded by Sharon Bacigalupi, the practice combines Western science with Traditional Chinese Medicine to create individualized treatment plans addressing women's health, fertility support, pain management, stress and anxiety, digestive disorders, and preventive care. The clinic takes a whole-person approach, collaborating with patients' other healthcare providers to treat root causes and help clients achieve lasting wellness goals.
Japanese Acupuncture Clinic LLC, led by Tamie Taniguchi Bilazzo (Lic. Ac., M.A.O.M., Dipl.C.H., FMP-AC), combines Japanese acupuncture with functional medicine to address root causes of chronic illness. With 20 years of clinical experience, Tamie specializes in fertility and reproductive health, thyroid and autoimmune disorders, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, and complex chronic conditions that haven't responded to conventional care. The practice offers both in-person and telehealth acupuncture treatments using gentle Japanese techniques (including cupping and cold laser) alongside comprehensive functional medicine consultations with personalized supplementation, nutrition guidance, and lifestyle strategies.
North End Acupuncture is an award-winning integrative health practice founded by Philip Barlow in 2014, offering acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, moxibustion, cupping, and modern therapies like electro-acupuncture and far infrared treatment. With four experienced practitioners, they blend traditional and functional medicine approaches to address chronic pain, infertility, sleep disorders, stress, anxiety, GI issues, and overall wellness. Their patient-centered care and affordable pricing have made them a trusted healthcare provider throughout Boston's North End and beyond.
Point & Balance Acupuncture & Massage is a doctorate-led acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic with locations in Needham and Medfield, MA. Founded by a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, the practice specializes in fertility support, hormonal balance, pain management, migraines, and whole-body wellness using evidence-informed, root-cause approaches. Their experienced team combines ancient Chinese medicine with modern clinical thinking to address fertility challenges, women's health concerns, chronic pain, stress, and unexplained symptoms—accepting major insurance plans and offering convenient online scheduling.
Jin's Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine offers compassionate, culturally informed acupuncture and herbal medicine treatment in Cambridge and Lexington. They specialize in treating chronic pain (back, neck, knee pain, headaches, migraines), emotional conditions (anxiety, depression, insomnia), and women's health issues (infertility, menstrual pain, pregnancy support). The clinic combines traditional Chinese medicine approaches with evidence-based practices supported by NIH and WHO research.
AcuBoston Brookline is a comprehensive Eastern medicine clinic offering acupuncture, herbal medicine, facial rejuvenation acupuncture, LED and laser therapies, infrared sauna, and functional nutrition consultations. Founded by Polina Shneyderman, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, the clinic features a team of experienced practitioners including licensed acupuncturists, herbalists, and an integrative dietitian. They specialize in addressing chronic pain, digestive issues, migraines, anxiety, insomnia, and skin rejuvenation through personalized, holistic care rooted in traditional Eastern medicine.
Boston Chinese Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine clinic in Needham led by Dr. Li Zheng and Dr. Changhong Zhou, who bring over 60 years of combined clinical experience and advanced credentials including Harvard Medical School training. The clinic offers acupuncture, herbal medicine, and integrative treatment for a wide range of conditions including pain management, infertility, digestive issues, neurological conditions, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular health, and mental health concerns. Patients value their personalized, evidence-informed approach rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and their calm, welcoming clinical environment.
Back Bay Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine offers acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood, treating chronic pain, stress, allergies, headaches, and other health concerns from a whole-person perspective. The practitioner takes time to understand each patient's physical and emotional health connections, offering gentle and effective treatments designed to address root causes rather than just symptoms. They provide personalized treatment plans, ongoing maintenance care, and welcome patients seeking natural alternatives to conventional medicine or those interested in preventative wellness.
New England Integrated Health is a comprehensive medical clinic in Cambridge offering integrative healthcare that combines conventional and alternative medicine approaches. Their team of healthcare practitioners provides services including acupuncture, herbal medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and medical consultations to address both acute and chronic health conditions. They focus on treating the whole person and developing personalized treatment plans that leverage multiple healing modalities.
Katy Barnhill, L.Ac., operates Acupuncture to the People in Brookline, offering integrative acupuncture care for pain relief, stress management, and wellness support. She specializes in treating headaches, migraines, back pain, and tension using acupuncture combined with complementary techniques like cupping, gua sha, and hot stone oil massage. Her patient-focused approach emphasizes clear communication and personalized treatment plans for both acute pain conditions and ongoing health optimization.
Wellness in Motion Boston is a comprehensive sports medicine and wellness practice led by Dr. Ian Nurse, offering chiropractic care (A.R.T. and Graston Technique), physical therapy, pelvic floor therapy, podiatry, sports massage, acupuncture, nutritional counseling, shockwave therapy, run coaching, and sports psychology. They specialize in getting to the root cause of pain and injury rather than just symptom management, helping active individuals continue doing the activities they love. With multiple locations across the Boston area, they serve athletes, runners, and anyone seeking integrated movement-focused healthcare.
Ilana Margalit is an acupuncturist, Chinese herbalist, and nourishment counselor with 18 years of experience treating conditions including IBS, auto-immune disease, allergies, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. She combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with personalized nutrition counseling to address the root causes of health issues, helping clients overcome practical barriers to healthy eating. Ilana also leads mindful eating workshops and seasonal cleanses designed to support lasting dietary changes and overall wellness.
East/West Sports Acupuncture & Orthopaedics, LLC is a specialized sports medicine clinic in Brookline that integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture with Western orthopedic and athletic training methods. The practice treats sports-related injuries, orthopedic conditions, musculoskeletal soft-tissue injuries, and post-operative surgical rehabilitation using evidence-based sports acupuncture, dry needling with electrical stimulation, cupping, therapeutic massage, joint mobilization, and kinesio tex taping. With over 25 years of experience, the practitioner is the only specialist in Greater Boston and Eastern Massachusetts dedicated exclusively to sports injury and orthopedic acupuncture treatment.
CBS Acupuncture Needham is a licensed acupuncture and herbal medicine clinic founded by Dr. Wendy Li, a PhD-trained acupuncturist and herbalist with advanced training from Harvard-affiliated medical centers. The clinic offers comprehensive traditional Chinese medicine services including acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, and dietary consultation to treat pain management, fertility support, stress, chronic conditions, and overall wellness. The team of licensed acupuncturists specializes in conditions like sciatica, migraines, vertigo, shingles pain, menstrual irregularities, and sleep issues, integrating ancient healing practices with modern medical understanding.
Waltham Holistic Clinic is an integrative wellness practice led by Renee Tracy, LAC, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with nearly three decades of clinical experience. The clinic offers acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, functional medicine, and cosmetic acupuncture services including microneedling and LED light therapy. Specializing in pain management, orthopedic conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, and internal medicine, the clinic takes a whole-body approach that addresses underlying causes of disease rather than just symptoms, and works collaboratively with patients' other healthcare providers.
Boston Acupuncture Project is a community-focused acupuncture clinic in Boston offering traditional Chinese medicine services to promote healing and wellness. They provide acupuncture treatments designed to address various health concerns using evidence-based practices. Their mission centers on making acupuncture accessible and affordable to the local community.
Acupuncture & Wellness Clinic in Burlington offers traditional acupuncture, herbal medicine, and wellness services to address pain, stress, and overall health. The clinic combines evidence-based acupuncture with Chinese herbal remedies and personalized wellness plans tailored to each patient's needs. They welcome both new and established patients seeking natural approaches to healing and preventive care.
acuSPOT acupuncture is a licensed acupuncture clinic in Watertown, MA specializing in Chinese and Japanese acupuncture, dry needling, and cupping therapy. Led by a Master's-trained acupuncturist with national certification, they treat a wide range of conditions including pain management, stress and anxiety, digestive disorders, women's health issues, and post-injury recovery. They offer specialized pediatric services (needle-free) and work with expecting mothers, accepting most insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield.
AcuMeD Acupuncture & Herbs is a holistic medical clinic in Watertown specializing in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Led by a passionate practitioner trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, the clinic offers acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping therapy, moxibustion, and ear acupuncture to address a wide range of physical, emotional, and spiritual health concerns. Each session includes personalized counseling, and the clinic is particularly known for treating infertility, PMS, pain management, and stress-related conditions through integrated combination therapies.
Healing Roots Acupuncture is an independent acupuncture clinic in Newtonville offering traditional Chinese medicine services to address pain, wellness, and chronic health conditions. The practice specializes in customized acupuncture treatments and takes a holistic approach to patient care. They accept insurance and provide a welcoming environment for both new and established patients seeking natural healing solutions.
Acupuncture Together is a patient-centered acupuncture clinic in Medford offering traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture services. Led by experienced practitioners, they focus on treating a wide range of conditions from pain management to stress relief, providing personalized care in a welcoming environment.
Zhao Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic in Cambridge combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern clinical practice. Dr. Zhao and the team offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, and integrated wellness treatments for pain management, stress relief, and chronic conditions. They specialize in personalized treatment plans that address the root causes of health issues using both acupuncture and custom herbal formulations.
Sun Wellness Acupuncture is the top-ranked provider with a Lantern Score of 85.64/100 and 5★ rating from 509 reviews. Located in West Roxbury, they specialize in comprehensive acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine treatments and are particularly well-suited for working professionals needing evening appointments and those with existing insurance coverage.
Japanese Acupuncture Clinic LLC (Lantern Score: 84.76/100) and Turning Leaf Acupuncture in Brookline (Lantern Score: 85.21/100) both specialize in fertility support. Japanese Acupuncture Clinic combines acupuncture with functional medicine specifically for root-cause fertility treatment, while Turning Leaf offers specialized gynecological care alongside fertility support.
Multiple top-ranked clinics address chronic pain, including North End Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine (Lantern Score: 84.57/100, 5★, 94 reviews), Point and Balance Acupuncture & Massage (Lantern Score: 84.50/100), and AcuBoston Brookline (Lantern Score: 84.00/100). Each combines acupuncture with complementary therapies like herbal medicine, cupping, or moxibustion for comprehensive pain relief.
East/West Sports Acupuncture & Orthopaedics, LLC in Brookline (Lantern Score: 82.98/100, 5★, 40 reviews) specializes in integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture with Western orthopedic and athletic training, making them ideal for athletes recovering from injury and those with chronic musculoskeletal pain.
Point and Balance Acupuncture & Massage (Lantern Score: 84.50/100, 5★, 89 reviews) is specifically noted as ideal for individuals exploring acupuncture for the first time, with locations in Needham and Medfield. They're led by a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and focus on whole-body wellness.
None of the 24 acupuncture providers in the Newton market are currently open on weekends, so patients will need to schedule appointments during weekday hours.