With a unique and personalized blend of acupuncture, herbal medicine and nutritional guidance, you'll get the compassionate care you need to improve your health and quality of life. We are made up of an exquisite array of molecules that keep our systems balanced and aligned. Any number of things can throw us off balance - an injury, lack of sleep, high stress work environment, poor diet or even grief.
When we are in pain or dis-ease, acupuncture triggers the body's built-in healing mechanisms, helping to bring us back to an optimal state of health and wellbeing. Acupuncture is a powerful tool that addresses the root cause of dis-ease and can provide lasting relief from complex symptoms. The herbs used in my practice are premium quality, ethically cultivated and meticulously tested for safety and efficacy.
When we are in pain or dis-ease, acupuncture triggers the body's built-in healing mechanisms, helping to bring us back to an optimal state of health and wellbeing. Acupuncture is a powerful tool that addresses the root cause of dis-ease and can provide lasting relief from complex symptoms. The herbs used in my practice are premium quality, ethically cultivated and meticulously tested for safety and efficacy.
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Acupuncture is a safe and effective way to alleviate pain or imbalance in the body. The benefits of acupuncture include more energy, restful sleep, smooth digestion, relief from pain, enhanced mood, balanced hormones, improved circulation and a strengthened immune system. If herbal medicine is appropriate for you, I may design a personalized prescription or will recommend a patented formula most suitable for your constitution and condition.
From an Eastern perspective, acupuncture points correspond to distinct meridians of energy (or Qi) flowing through your body. A symptom or disease arises from a blockage in these meridians and the insertion of an acupuncture needle can help to restore the flow and promote healing.
In biomedical terms, acupuncture stimulates and affects every major system in the body including the Immune, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Endocrine, Respiratory and Nervous systems.When strategically placed in certain regions of the body, the needles send signals to the brain to release certain chemicals and/or hormones that will relieve pain, reduce inflammation and restore homeostasis.
In biomedical terms, acupuncture stimulates and affects every major system in the body including the Immune, Cardiovascular, Digestive, Endocrine, Respiratory and Nervous systems.When strategically placed in certain regions of the body, the needles send signals to the brain to release certain chemicals and/or hormones that will relieve pain, reduce inflammation and restore homeostasis.
I spent much of this last weekend in nature with loved ones and deeply believe there is no greater medicine. With our lives the way they are, it's so easy to forget that we do not simply exist IN our environment - instead we consist entirely OF it.
Our bodies themselves are fully functioning ecosystems that abide by the same laws of nature that we witness in the world around us - so it makes good sense that getting ourselves outside can be profoundly healing.Take a moment to consider what natural landscape you love the most. For me, it's both a sun dappled old growth forest and a coastal cliff (making Point Reyes National Seashore an effective remedy if I'm feeling drained or out of sorts).
Our bodies themselves are fully functioning ecosystems that abide by the same laws of nature that we witness in the world around us - so it makes good sense that getting ourselves outside can be profoundly healing.Take a moment to consider what natural landscape you love the most. For me, it's both a sun dappled old growth forest and a coastal cliff (making Point Reyes National Seashore an effective remedy if I'm feeling drained or out of sorts).
New Patient Appointments include a thorough health history and a review of your current condition, physical exam and acupuncture treatment. These visits take approximately 90 minutes while subsequent appointments may take an hour to 75 minutes. Additional techniques such as cupping, orthopedic massage, heat therapy, nutritional and lifestyle counseling, and therapeutic exercises may be incorporated.
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Greer Gainer
Oct 27, 2020
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Susan has the perfect combination of nurturing engagement and supportive care that has empowered me in my health-making. I trust her insights as she has helped me make sense of the connection between digestive issues and anxiety. I felt a marked improvement after just a few visits and always feel so grounded leaving her office.
Susan has the perfect combination of nurturing engagement and supportive care that has empowered me in my health-making. I trust her insights as she has helped me make sense of the connection between digestive issues and anxiety. I felt a marked improvement after just a few visits and always feel so grounded leaving her office.
Kate Weese
Sep 06, 2020
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Susie is a gifted healer who takes the time to understand her patients as whole people not merely a set of symptoms. She exudes warmth and wisdom and her care for your wellbeing is evident from the minute she greets you. While her experience as a practitioner is valuable, her depth of curiosity about health and wellness is invaluable. Her acupuncture skills are obvious and her gentleness appreciated. I recommend Susie wholeheartedly as a strong, smart and proactive advocate to help champion your healthiest life. She now sees patients in a lovely private setting in the Berkeley Hills. I feel totally
Meg Miller
Jul 15, 2020
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Susie is wonderful! I have always been curious about acupuncture but had been hesitant to try it because I had no major injury or illness and was unsure what it could offer me. But when trying to turn over a new leaf, one focused on better myself at both mental and physical levels, I decided I needed some guidance and help. I am so thrilled that I found acupuncture and Susie's practice. She not only provides a burst of healing through acupuncture but also gives me the tools to heal and connect with my body and health on a daily basis. She empowers me as a patient with kindness and knowledge. We
Candice Wilmuth
Jun 16, 2020
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I could not recommend Susan Carter Acupuncture more wholeheartedly. I have been going to her for a few years, and she makes the experience absolutely enjoyable, informative, comfortable, safe, and beneficial. She treats her patients holistically, and I very much look forward to my next appointment, each time.
Heather Huber L. Ac
May 26, 2020
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First of all Susie is delightful. She knows her craft well and does it in the utmost kind and gentle manner. I just had a recent session with her in her outdoor patio space and it was heavenly. She is taking all the precautions to keep her patients safe during these Covid times. I highly recommend seeing her you won’t be disappointed!
Sarah Semple
May 11, 2020
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I can not recommend Susan Carter enough. When looking for a new acupuncturist, I did a ton of research. I was seeking someone who combined herbals and acupuncture with an integrative, whole-body approach. From our first appointment, Susan immediately made me feel at home, supported and in partnership for wellness. She's a unicorn. She's kind, deeply knowledgeable, open and empathetic. The work we do together has changed me from the inside out. From better sleep and digestion, to hormone balancing and stress management, Susan has peacefully guided me into better wellness and made me incredibly more
Michelle Liu
Dec 23, 2019
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Susan Carter is a WONDERFUL acupuncturist- extremely knowledgeable, kind, and understanding. She takes the time to listen to your needs and custom tailors her treatment to meet those needs. She helped me overcome nausea, gastrointestinal challenges, and anxiety during my second difficult pregnancy. After her treatments, I felt relaxed and refreshed. She complements her treatments with holistic remedies and nutrition recommendations. Be prepared to be start your journey to better overall health with Susan. A true gem!
Lucy Laliberte
Jul 14, 2019
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My health changed for the better the minute I started working with Susie. She is an incredible acupuncturist and healer. She is very thorough in her approach, and tailors her treatment specifically to your needs. She is incredibly calm and caring, and will make you feel comfortable right away. You will immediately know you’re in good hands with her.
She helped me through some abnormal test results, and now, several sessions later, my latest test results are clear.
I look forward to my weekly sessions with Susie. It’s one hour a week I can count on to feel truly taken care of and relaxed!
She helped me through some abnormal test results, and now, several sessions later, my latest test results are clear.
I look forward to my weekly sessions with Susie. It’s one hour a week I can count on to feel truly taken care of and relaxed!
