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I am a California and National Board Licensed Acupuncturist, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on integrative treatment for chronic pain, addiction, trauma and reproductive health. My goal as a dually licensed provider is to offer truly holistic care. Through study and clinical practice in both disciplines, I continue to deepen my understanding of what we can do to heal - as individuals and as a community.
I am a California and National Board Licensed Acupuncturist, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on integrative treatment for chronic pain, addiction, trauma and reproductive health. My goal as a dually licensed provider is to offer truly holistic care. Through study and clinical practice in both disciplines, I continue to deepen my understanding of what we can do to heal - as individuals and as a community.
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Acupuncture can help with PTSD, depression, anxiety, pain, injury, digestive, skin, insomnia, allergies, reproductive health, support cancer treatment, and chronic conditions like hypertension, thyroid issues, diabetes, and much more. Acupuncture uses hair-thin needles to stimulate your own natural healing abilities.
This can be done in any community room or setting that can comfortably hold the number of people who want to participate. Acupuncture is a perfect component of a harm reduction program, providing pain reduction and trauma relief with no contraindications for accompanying medications or drugs. Research shows acupuncture is effective for alleviating stress, chronic and acute pain, PTSD, depression, insomnia, and anxiety.
Reviews (6)
Nana B.
Dec 14, 2018
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I've been seeing Tara for the past month for hip pain. She's been able to reduce my pain significantly in just 3 sessions. She's super friendly and easy to work with. Her website makes signing up for sessions super easy and she has an easy online form where she will check your insurance to see your acupuncture coverage. I highly recommend Tara.
Katy K.
Jan 01, 2018
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I started seeing Tara for back pain a few months ago, and I am so happy with the results I am seeing. I thought I was only going to see Tara for my back but she has treated so much more. From itchy bug bites, to a head cold, to anxiety each appointment is tailored to my needs. I highly recommend Slow Poke!
Hilary N.
Nov 10, 2017
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Listen up. Tara is by far, hands down, no doubt about it, the BEST acupuncturist you can find this side of the Rio Grande. She makes everything hurt less, calms the soul and rejuvenates the spirit with lavender eye pillows and old school vinyl tunes.
Tara is a problem solver. She takes great care in listening to her patients' issues and figuring out the right ways of correcting them through various eastern medicine techniques. I'm going to try guasha next.
2017 is all about self care. This is one of those things you just have to treat yoself to. Why settle for feeling crappy?
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Tara is a problem solver. She takes great care in listening to her patients' issues and figuring out the right ways of correcting them through various eastern medicine techniques. I'm going to try guasha next.
2017 is all about self care. This is one of those things you just have to treat yoself to. Why settle for feeling crappy?
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Liz A.
Jul 17, 2017
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I cannot say enough good things about Slow Poke and Tara. I was an acupuncture newbie, but decided to give it a try while recovering from a wrist injury. I had long-term anxiety and stomach issues, so it seemed the deck was stacking up and this was worth a shot. I had *incredible* results, and was even able to come off of some medication because of it. Tara took the time to ask really thoughtful questions and understand my symptoms and to explain to me what the treatment course would look like - including expectations for relief, what I could be doing between sessions and more. She helped me build
Amy W.
Mar 26, 2017
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Woohoo! Tara is a good as it gets!
I started to see Tara after my doctor recommended I try acupuncture (before medication and/or surgery) for the osteoarthritis in my knees. I am a runner and was NOT running, I was even having a difficult time walking. After my first session, I still had pain but I noticed the range of motion from my knee dramatically increased (I couldn't bend or extend my leg fully before my first session). Something was happening so I continued to see Tara weekly. Slowly (hence Slow Poke) BUT SURELY, I became pain-free walking. So I started jogging and before you know
I started to see Tara after my doctor recommended I try acupuncture (before medication and/or surgery) for the osteoarthritis in my knees. I am a runner and was NOT running, I was even having a difficult time walking. After my first session, I still had pain but I noticed the range of motion from my knee dramatically increased (I couldn't bend or extend my leg fully before my first session). Something was happening so I continued to see Tara weekly. Slowly (hence Slow Poke) BUT SURELY, I became pain-free walking. So I started jogging and before you know
David L.
Feb 17, 2017
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I've been seeing Tara for treatments at Slow Poke since shortly after she opened. I love her space -- it is well decorated and extremely comfortable. I feel like I've walked into a beach bungalow and found a great place to relax as soon as I walk in.
Tara is a talented acupuncturist who is a pleasure to be treated by. She listens to my complaints and truly cares about making sure I find relief. Her needles are painless and very effective. I always walk out of there feeling much better.
If you're looking for an affordable acupuncturist, who is down to earth and not going to be
Tara is a talented acupuncturist who is a pleasure to be treated by. She listens to my complaints and truly cares about making sure I find relief. Her needles are painless and very effective. I always walk out of there feeling much better.
If you're looking for an affordable acupuncturist, who is down to earth and not going to be
