We offer affordable Personal Training, Yoga, Pilates, Group Exercise Classes, Chiropractor services, Acupuncture, Facials, Massage & Weight Loss/Nutrition Counseling - all within our convenient San Francisco locations! Our Hayes Valley and Valencia Street Centers are your neighborhood's inclusive health, fitness and wellness sources. Stop by today!
We offer many traditional services and will be expanding them further in 2015. In 2014 we gather a new Board that is working hard to make IEP for the ever changing world of health needs. We are looking for Board Members with a desire to engage and be a champion for keeping complementary and accessible care in the Castro. For more information on how you can help, contact [email protected]. We currently offer: Acupuncture Massage Nutrition Counseling Herbal Therapies Education Advocacy Community Building
At the heart of this innovative center is the vision to transform the way fertility and pregnancy is managed and perceived in this country. From the practitioner’s side, we aim to integrate an array of healing methods to accelerate and deepen healing –– both for the mind and body. From the patient’s side, we are focused on empowering women and couples to take control of their journey towards parenthood. Our treatments support both those looking to conceive without western medical intervention, as well as those seeking to complement their current medical fertility treatments. Practitioners of Blue Ova Health Acupuncture: Robin Sheared, LAc, FABORM Stephanie Martin, LAc Arvigo Maya Abdominal Massage: Jacqueline Dubord, LM, CMT Massage Therapists: Aimee McNally, CMT Lactation Consulting: Amy Clark, RN, BSN, IBCLC Doula Services: Shannon Padlog, DONA
During your initial visit we will have a conversation that covers all aspects of your health as well as look at any labs or diagnostic imaging relevant to your condition. You will receive a customized treatment plan that addresses your unique needs and goals. Your dedicated practitioner will follow your progress closely to get results.
Emergence Healing Arts Studio is a vibrant community of Healing Arts Practitioners offering comprehensive therapeutic services in the heart of San Francisco's Castro district. We understand that personal and community health are inextricably linked, and are committed to supporting growth and healing for individuals and our communities.
five pins project is a healing arts, community, and gallery space. Our primary healing modality is Traditional Chinese Medicine. We have three practitioners sharing this beautiful space: Lis Goldschmidt, Daniel Martin, and Pam Gilmour. With a goal of healing bodies, minds and spirits- AND building community, five pins project holds bimonthly art openings, and regular art and community events. After all, it’s easier to be balanced and healthy when we live in a vibrant and connected community!
Using gentle needle insertion and expert understanding of herbal remedies, Julie encourages and supports the body's natural ability to heal itself. Whether it's a physical condition, emotional imbalance, or both, at Bu Tong Acupuncture, it doesn't hurt to be healthy. Communal sessions are available by appointment during Acupuncture Happy Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-8pm, Private Sessions $89/each Happy Hour Members receive FOUR sessions/month for only $149. Pay as you go Happy Hour Sessions $49/each Package pricing available! Buy five, get 6th free.
Chiropractic methods for flexibility, positive energy flow, stress management, healthier aging, and wellness. We also offer on-site acupuncture and therapeutic massage. We are in network for most insurance plans - please contact us if you have any questions!
Kara Romanko, L.Ac., MSTCM Kara Romanko is a graduate of the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) where she earned her Master’s Degree. Her extensive experience includes treating HIV positive patients (through the Ryan White Program, Castro-Mission Health Center and the St. James Infirmary as well as her own practice) as well as Hep C patients and other internal medicine disorders. She also excels in treating women’s health issues including PMS, menopause, and infertility as well as pain management and addiction. In addition to TCM, Kara has training in the Kurmadani style of Japanese Acupuncture, providing a gentler but equally effective treatment for more sensitive patients.
Lis Goldschmidt is a Licensed Acupuncturist in California with a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM). Lis excels at treating a variety of conditions including pain of all types, insomnia, digestive issues, menstrual issues, and addiction. In addition, she has advanced training in the treatment of depression/anxiety, Lyme Disease, transgender health issues, and pre/post surgical care. While studying Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lis interned at the ACTCM Community Clinic, the Auricular Clinic, the Haight-Ashbury Free Clinic, and the Jewish Home for the Aged. Lis has also worked at San Francisco Community Acupuncture, Circle Community Acupuncture and Community Acupuncture Works. She currently volunteers her services to Charlotte Maxwell Complementary Clinic. Having earned a Bachelor of the Arts in Art Education, Lis brings an artist’s sensibility to the practice of Chinese Medicine. Lis’ enthusiasm for holistic health care grows from her interest in the human body, the arts, and her commitment to community.
Christine Chung, L.Ac. & Jasmine Rose Oberste, L.Ac. Acupuncture :: Herbal Medicine :: Nutritional Counseling
At the heart of this innovative center is the vision to transform the way fertility and pregnancy is managed and perceived in this country. From the practitioner’s side, we aim to integrate an array of healing methods to accelerate and deepen healing –– both for the mind and body. From the patient’s side, we are focused on empowering women and couples to take control of their journey towards parenthood. Our treatments support both those looking to conceive without western medical intervention, as well as those seeking to complement their current medical fertility treatments. Practitioners of Blue Ova Health Acupuncture: Robin Sheared, LA.c. Mind-Body Coaching: Nancy Mae, MA, MS, MIM Nutrition Coach: Nicolle Payne Lactation Consulting: Amy Clark, RN, BSN, IBCLC Doula Services: Shannon Padlog, DONA Massage Therapist: Kelly McConihe, CMT Pnina Shamsi, CMT
Treatment Lynn is a general practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine, however, she excels in her ability to integrate acupuncture and bodywork in orthopedics and pain management. Lynn applies and integrates her foundations in Taoist Energy Practices (Qi Gong), Acupuncture, Chi Nei Tsang (Internal Organ Massage), Tui Na (Meridian Massage), Cupping, and Moxibustion as tools to form restorative partnerships with clients so they may access, enhance and balance the innate ability to restore optimal health. Initial treatments include in depth consultation, acupuncture/tui na, Chinese herbal recommendations and support with potential lifestyle changes such as nutritional and exercise choices based on the patient’s current constitutional pattern. Credentials Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist: State of California Massage Therapist: certified Tui Na Practitioner, A.C.T.C.M. Master of Science: Traditional Chinese Medicine, A.C.T.C.M. Bachelor of Arts: Holistic Health & Traditional Chinese Healing, S.F. State Associate Instructor: Universal Healing Tao, Grand Master Mantak Chia Reiki I Certified Internships: St. James Infirmary, San Francisco California Pacific Medical Center Stroke Rehab Center, San Francisco Haight-Ashbury Medical Clinic, San Francisco Dr. Wu’s Healing Center, San Francisco (emphasis in fertility) Lynn also concurrently works as a part time acupuncturist at Alameda Acupuncture, working closely with Dr. John Nieters, L.Ac., DAOM, host of the Balancing Point radio show and podcast. In 2001, Lynn had the good fortune of traveling to China for a four month teaching exchange program immersing herself in traditional Chinese medical practices, Tai ji, Chinese philosophy, and Chinese language. Philosophy Lynn is an advocate for the whole persons intrinsic healing abilities. In simple terms, the body strives to be healthy, yet is often conditioned otherwise by both internal and external factors. Acupuncture and its related therapies stimulate the body to return to a healthy state, naturally. Lynn respects this holistic intelligence of the individual and acknowledges the power of a conscious, non-judgmental lifestyle. She is a supportive resource for educating clients to gain self-empowerment through healthy choices and engaging in their own healing process.
Timothy D. Asher is a California Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, as well as a Diplomat in Oriental Medicine with the NCCAOM. (http://www.nccaom.org). He received his Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine from The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco, California. As part of his clinical training, he spent time in the stroke recovery department of the California Pacific Medical Center, as well as at the teaching hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Sichuan, China.
I support you in balancing your mind, your body, and your spirit. In our sessions I assist to awaken your own deep healing wisdom. Through opening the energy channels in your body together we can calm your nervous system and achieve vitality. Here in the San Francisco Bay Area, I offer acupuncture sessions, therapeutic massage, and somatic energy healing. My favorite is to integrate Acupuncture and massage with meditation guidance, breath coaching and Hakomi based intuitive somatic psychology and body listening or Medical Qi Gong. I specialize in the treatment of stress-relief, emotional anxiety, muscular tension, and acute/chronic pain. When was the last time you gave your self the time to just receive, rest and tune in? I am dedicated to supporting mothers on their journey to motherhood and beyond and enhancing fertility in women seeking pregnancy. My approach creates a bond of trust and compassionate care. In our sessions you will feel nurtured, cared for, and supported on your journey to health. Our work together cultivates more body awareness, self-acceptance, and a connection to your TRUE self. Come to Timeless Medicine and leave feeling at home in your body and at peace within yourself.
Daniela Freda- now practicing in two locations- San Francisco and Corte Madera. Daniela offers an individualized holistic approach to support your body back to balance. You'll find links and information about holistic health, whole foods nutrition, acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, women's health, pregnancy, and fertility.
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Whatever... is the first comic book store in the Castro district of San Francisco and is located at 548 Castro Street between 18th and 19th. We opened our doors in May of 2006. Whatever... is a full service comic store and offers comics from DC, Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, IDW and more! We also have a great selection of paperbacks and hardcovers. All new comics come bagged (polyethylene) at no extra charge. We're collectors too!