Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine · San Francisco

Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine in San Francisco

A sanctuary for holistic care in the Mission District, guiding you toward lasting balance and vitality.

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5-Star Rated on Google
Woman-Owned & Operated
Board-Certified Practitioners
Physician Integrated Care Team
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Berkeley Trained

Both founders graduated summa cum laude from Berkeley's Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College

Evidence-Informed

Integrative care that blends Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern clinical research

Mission District, SF

Bookable Tuesday through Sunday at 977 Valencia Street, plus home visits across the Bay Area

Our Mission

Take control of your health with a whole-body approach

At AKARA, we blend ancient healing traditions with modern wellness practices so you can take real control of your health — with personalized care that treats you as a whole person, not a collection of symptoms.

Our services

Internal Medicine Acupuncture

Personalized treatment for sleep, stress, hormones, digestion, and immunity, rooted in TCM and modern clinical insight.

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Orthopedic Acupuncture

Precision-based care for pain, performance, and recovery, blending dry needling and sports medicine principles.

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Herbal Medicine

Custom Chinese herbal formulas tailored to your full presentation, used to support root-cause healing.

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SkinPen® Microneedling

FDA-cleared medical-grade microneedling that boosts collagen and supports natural skin rejuvenation.

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Cosmetic Acupuncture Facial

A natural alternative to Botox and fillers, supporting circulation, collagen, and facial muscle tone.

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Lymphatic Gua Sha Facial

Sculpting and de-puffing facial work that supports lymphatic flow and a clearer, brighter complexion.

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Cupping Therapy

Suction-based therapy used to release tension, support circulation, and aid recovery.

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Body Gua Sha

Targeted scraping work for muscle tension, fascial restrictions, and chronic tightness.

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Conditions we support

Internal Medicine

  • Anxiety
  • Autoimmune Disease
  • Digestive Disorders
  • Fertility, Pregnancy & Postpartum
  • Headaches & Migraines
  • Hormonal Balance
  • Cancer Treatment Support
  • Stress & Sleep
  • Women's Health

Pain & Prevention

  • Athletic Performance
  • Back, Neck & Shoulder Pain
  • Chronic and Acute Pain
  • Post-Surgical Recovery
  • Sports Injuries
  • TMJ

Aesthetics & Longevity

  • Fine Lines & Wrinkles
  • Skin Texture & Radiance
  • Collagen & Circulation
  • Inflammation
  • Metabolic Health
  • Longevity & Immunity
Our Approach

A thoughtful approach to modern health

Modern life requires a thoughtful approach to health, one that considers the whole person, not just individual symptoms. Each session is customized to address your current needs and evolves alongside your health journey.

Our goal is to empower you to feel confident, balanced, and deeply connected to your wellbeing every step of the way.

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Patient Stories
"AKARA changed how I think about my own body. The care here is precise, patient, and genuinely personalised. I leave each session feeling like the team actually understood what I came in for."
Mission District Patient
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Visit our Mission District clinic

977 Valencia Street, in the heart of San Francisco's Mission. Easy walking distance from 24th Street BART, Dolores Park, and the Castro.

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AKARA Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

★★★★★ 5.0 · Acupuncture clinic
Address
977 Valencia Street
San Francisco, CA 94110
Hours
Tue, Wed, Fri 9 to 5 · Thu 9 to 7 · Sat, Sun 10 to 5 · Mon closed
Phone
(415) 754-9442

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