At Luminae Wellness, we believe in a framework of health that sees the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual as interconnected. Our offerings are designed to support you as a whole person in your health and life journey. Care for women in all phases of life. Chinese Medicine offers natural ways to regulate the menstrual cycle, relieve cramps and PMS, balance hormones, treat cysts and fibroids, and improve sexual health.
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary and lifestyle advice to optimize health and enhance fertility. Chinese Medicine is beneficial for conceiving naturally or integrative care with IVF/IUI. We recommend weekly acupuncture for 3-6 months before you want to conceive. Acupuncture helps strengthen your body, prevent miscarriage, and treats symptoms like fatigue, nausea, stress and pain.
Acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary and lifestyle advice to optimize health and enhance fertility. Chinese Medicine is beneficial for conceiving naturally or integrative care with IVF/IUI. We recommend weekly acupuncture for 3-6 months before you want to conceive. Acupuncture helps strengthen your body, prevent miscarriage, and treats symptoms like fatigue, nausea, stress and pain.
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Chinese Medicine is a traditional practice that takes a holistic approach to health and wellness. In this system of healthcare, there is an interconnection between the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of a person. The focus is on treating the root cause of symptoms, restoring natural balance in the body, and modulating the flow of energy.
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Steph A.
Jan 09, 2021
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I've been seeing Ivy for acupuncture treatments for a little over a month now and feel extremely happy to have found her. She's the only acupuncturist I've been treated by who takes a thorough holistic approach to her treatments and care. She's helped me successfully manage my body's changes after getting my hormonal IUD removed. I'm very grateful for her work and highly recommend her.
Kristi Onzik
Jan 04, 2021
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Ivy embodies the wisdom of a gifted healer on every level--in her ability to listen with utmost care, to treat root causes of symptoms with extraordinary depth and precision, and in crafting the ethics of her business, which includes sliding scale offerings. I started seeing her in early March for hormonal imbalance and stress (I hadn't had a regular period in years), and within two weeks I was challenging and releasing all sorts of old relational patterns, stepping into the strength of a deep inner knowing with confidence and ease. I had no idea that this would be an effect! All I wanted was to
Ariel P.
Nov 20, 2020
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I have been seeing Ivy for a few months and recommend her with enthusiasm to my own clients and friends as I appreciate her unique treatments and how they have supported me in my healing and managing stress. I always feel very calm and balanced after our sessions.
Having seen a few different local acupuncturists and experienced acupuncture over the last 20 years, her style is different in that she uses fewer needles and sound healing in her treatments. They are a little shorter than most sessions I have received, but they are extremely potent. The sound can be felt through the needles and that
Having seen a few different local acupuncturists and experienced acupuncture over the last 20 years, her style is different in that she uses fewer needles and sound healing in her treatments. They are a little shorter than most sessions I have received, but they are extremely potent. The sound can be felt through the needles and that
X. O.
Nov 18, 2020
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Ivy is a skilled, knowledgable and caring acupuncturist. She has the ability to hold space for my various concerns and worries. I really enjoy working with her and my health and well being has improved as a result! I appreciate her extra care and communication during the pandemic. She also has online workshops and offerings that I utilized during lockdowns. Her office also happens to be a tranquil and beautiful healing space. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone.
Stella C.
Nov 18, 2020
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Ivy is a blessing to this community. I met Ivy through my role as a birthworker so we first connected about our love for supporting birthing people and their support systems. When I began working with Ivy, I was looking for support around an inflammatory response I was experiencing on my scalp. I had tried everything possible to address this inflammation and was beginning to try to accept this as my new normal or a chronic condition, but then I started working with Ivy. After month or two of acupuncture sessions, herbal remedies, and emotional/spiritual recommendations, my scalp had cleared completely
Matteo D.
Nov 18, 2020
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I had been looking forward to this appt since booking it a couple weeks prior.
After spending over an hour completing the electronic intake at home, Ivy (acupuncturist) followed up with a verbal intake where she specifically wanted me to bring up the worst early trauma I had experienced. Once all these emotions were brought up, she asked me to control my thought and breathe... as if this was the correct way to approach PTSD?
Shortly after, she had me remove my shirt, lay prone on the massage table, put some needles in my back, rang her singing bowls, and then walked out.
Because of the extremely
After spending over an hour completing the electronic intake at home, Ivy (acupuncturist) followed up with a verbal intake where she specifically wanted me to bring up the worst early trauma I had experienced. Once all these emotions were brought up, she asked me to control my thought and breathe... as if this was the correct way to approach PTSD?
Shortly after, she had me remove my shirt, lay prone on the massage table, put some needles in my back, rang her singing bowls, and then walked out.
Because of the extremely
Danae Laura
Nov 10, 2020
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Receiving care from Ivy is nourishing. She pays attention to the small details from your comfort to the subtle points of acupuncture that will have the greatest impact. She is still seeing patients one at a time, so you receive her undivided attention. I love that she combines acupuncture, sound healing and crystals all in one session. I felt restored.
Elyse Ucker
Sep 06, 2020
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Choosing Ivy as my acupuncturist was one of the best decisions I could have made for my pregnancy. Her reassurance and guidance during this time has been invaluable, and her demeanor and kindness are truly remarkable! Her office is a beautiful and safe space to relax, and the singing bowls that she plays after the needles are placed are SO loved by my little babe (and myself, of course)! We can't wait to continue seeing Ivy for acupuncture, as the benefits from my visits with her are off the charts! Oh! And her face oil is INCREDIBLE, and I can't wait to do a Gua Sha virtual appointment with her
Sandy H.
Jun 21, 2020
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I've been seeing Ivy for several weeks now, and her work is powerful. After my first session, I could feel my entire nervous system calm down and reset. It was such a strong session that I had to take a nap when I got home from it! I've always left our sessions feeling like my nervous system has been soothed and supported for the week. I really appreciate her listening to my physical/somatic symptoms and connecting it to my mental/emotional state. Lately, we have been working on my thyroid issues, and my symptoms have subsided since working with her. She is truly a holistic healer and
Carol W.
May 22, 2020
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Ivy is not only a great acupuncturist but a kind, warm and caring human being. She came recommended by my prenatal yoga instructor to treat my low lying placenta when I was a little over 30 weeks pregnant. I was not expecting it to fix the problem but really enjoyed the relaxing sessions with her. I had another ultrasound appointment about three weeks later and just like that my placenta had moved up from 1.7cm to 3.5cm away from the cervix!!! How incredible is that!!!?? I couldn't believe how effective her treatments were.
I am so grateful for Ivy's help during the last couple
I am so grateful for Ivy's help during the last couple
Kamailia Williams
Dec 01, 2019
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The space that Ivy has created is full of life, soothing and welcoming. I have been seeing Ivy for treatments since she opened her practice. She is genuine, good hearted and knowledgeable. I love that she incorporates different modalities in her sessions: sound energy, aromatherapy and crystals which have all had profound effect on my well being. I have experienced more ease and understanding of my body through the lens of Chinese medicine. Many emotions and and though patterns have been released during my sessions.
I have been seeing Ivy for treatments to assist my body is becoming pregnant again
I have been seeing Ivy for treatments to assist my body is becoming pregnant again
Marvin T.
Nov 07, 2019
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Here are tons of options for acupuncture treatment in SF and Oakland. I've been to many acupuncturists, what sets Ivy apart and makes her best compared to others is the high level of holistic care. Ivy is concerned with both your physical and emotional health, which are so connected to how your body feels. I attribute the subsiding of my migraines and internal ulcer to these treatments. The space itself and very welcoming. I never felt comfortable going to a doctor's office until now.
When finishing with Ivy I had a better idea of my overall health and how to open mind to approach it
When finishing with Ivy I had a better idea of my overall health and how to open mind to approach it
Sandra Orellana Sears
Sep 17, 2019
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Ivy is an excellent practitioner and was able to improve my circulation and anxiety in just one session. It was lovely to visit her beautiful space and enjoy all the special touches of her treatment. She incorporates tea, singing bowls, stones, and aromatherapy into her acupuncture practice which was such a delight for the spirit and senses. Ivy had my highest recommendation - I look forward to seeing her again soon.
Samuel Russell
Jul 23, 2019
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This is only the 1st session, and already a noticeable difference. Woke up for the first time in years without shoulder pain! Ivy is amazing, explains the process in a way that makes sense and even created a detailed plan for me to follow at home. Can't wait for the next session, I've never felt better!
Becca M.
Jul 17, 2019
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I have always experienced physical symptoms of stress. Sometimes they can be pretty intense. The first few months of 2019 were more stressful than usual for me, and my body responded accordingly. My therapist suggested trying acupuncture. I started weekly treatments with Ivy in mid-May, and within a few weeks all of my somatic symptoms were either significantly mitigated or gone entirely. For instance, my years-long battle with chronic, stress-induced heartburn was over in only two treatments. I am feeling better than I have in years. My body feels calm and my mind feels clear. Ivy has a deep knowledge
Eidit C.
Sep 14, 2018
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Yes! Yes! + Yes!!!!! Ivy is the real deal when it comes to alternative healing. I received the acupuncture wellness treatment today and I feel SO good. The second I walked into the space it felt inviting, warm and light. The aromas of lavender were just music to my nostrils. Ivy was so professional and wise. She did an in-depth assessment on me and knew what areas to work on from there. In the wellness package I got cupping, acupuncture, chakra alignment, aromatherapy + sound healing! Such a magical combo here in the Bay Area. She is very intuitive and easy to connect with right away. Highly recommend
Eidit C.
Sep 14, 2018
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This place is all healing everything!!! From the minute I arrived until I left I felt like I was being hugged by Universe. Ivy was amazing and so wise. I learned about my mind and body from her. I received the acupuncture wellness treatment which included acupuncture, cupping, sound healing, aromatherapy and chakra alignment. Such an ideal healing package for anyone needing to balance and release stress. Already scheduled my next appointment. :)
Ella S.
Aug 15, 2018
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I'm so happy that I stumbled across Ivy a few months ago. I've been struggling with constant headaches for months (years?) and was getting increasingly bummed about my constant pain. After just the first acupuncture session with Ivy I walked out of her office with my headache pain being less than it has been in weeks!
Her personality and level of attention and care are wonderful and she clearly really knows what she is doing and how to look at health in a big picture way. I'm excited about continuing my work with her and to be healthy again!
Her personality and level of attention and care are wonderful and she clearly really knows what she is doing and how to look at health in a big picture way. I'm excited about continuing my work with her and to be healthy again!
James H.
Aug 07, 2018
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I've been treated by many acupuncturists over the years and I have to say that I'm very impressed. I almost felt like I was "high" during treatment. I have chronic sinus congestion, an old concussion injury, and many sports injuries from snowboarding and I felt her approach was to address all three during the visit. She is extremely intuitive and skilled. I would highly recommend! In addition to acupuncture she also does aroma therapy and sound healing with Tibetan bowls.
J. G.
Jul 13, 2018
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