Acupuncture

Heal and return to the wild world you love

Acupuncture for injured high-performance folks who want to feel better, get better, and do what they love again.

Your solution for pain, injury, and complex health conditions.


  • Relax
  • Release pain
  • Reduce inflammation
  • Improve range of motion
  • Restore function
  • Rest deeply
  • Nourish resilience
  • Reduce stress
  • Activate endorphins
  • Cultivate physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness
  • Thrive

Conditions

We treat the person, not the illness. Everyone is unique; this is not an exhaustive list. Book your appointment for your individualized assessment and treatment!

Pain

sports injuries • surf injuries • arthritis • acute sprains • sciatica • post-surgical pain • fibromyalgia • TMJ • tendonitis • back pain • neck pain • shoulder pain • frozen shoulder • foot pain • knee pain • carpal tunnel • wrist pain • sprained ankle • plantar fasciitis • joint pain • joint stiffness • muscle spasms • soft tissue pain • inflammation

Chronic Illness

adjunct cancer care • immune support • Lupus • Lyme disease • Crohn's • post-COVID syndrome

Neurological

migraines • headaches • stroke • Parkinson's • trigeminal neuralgia • Bell's palsy • shingles • multiple sclerosis • vertigo • Meniere's • neuropathy • paresthesias

Endocrine

hormonal imbalances • diabetes • hypothyroid • hyperthyroid • autoimmune thyroiditis • PMS • PMDD • cramps • amenorrhea • dysmenorrhea • painful menses • irregular menses • fertility • pregnancy • birth • postpartum • menopause • hot flashes • PCOS • endometriosis

Emotional

anxiety • depression • stress • insomnia • smoking cessation • drinking cessation • panic attacks • anger • PTSD • cognitive decline • life transitions • spiritual direction

Respiratory

asthma • allergies • sinusitis • cough • common cold • recurring cold • congestion • chronic cough

Digestive

constipation • diarrhea • acid reflux • gas • bloating • nausea • morning sickness • indigestion • irritable bowel syndrome • food sensitivities

Skin

acne • eczema • dermatitis • psoriasis • rashes • scars • scar tissue pain • hives • shingles • rosacea

Modalities

Jiling incorporates various East Asian medicine & holistic tools.

Cupping

Using gentle heat, we vacuum-suction glass cups onto various areas of the body. Cupping decompresses muscles & soft tissue, increases circulation, promotes relaxation, and releases pain.

E- Stim

Electrical Stimulation connects needles to a micro/ milli current. This initiates light muscular contractions, encourages cellular regeneration, and releases tension to relieve pain.

Health Consult

We prescribe therapeutic dietary, lifestyle, and exercise recommendations to support your health, including herbs & yoga.

Moxibustion

Warming the Mugwort plant (Artemisia vulgaris) near/ on acupuncture points stimulates local circulation.

Guasha

Lightly scraping a guasha tool along the skin draws toxins to the surface, alleviating musculoskeletal & internal conditions.

Tuning Forks

Applying tuning forks to acupressure points vibrationally balances your body. Gentle and relaxing, these are perfect for children and those sensitive to needles.

Acu Aroma

Acupressure Aromatherapy integrates organic essential oils with acu-points. This invites full sensory participation in the treatment experience with both in-treatment AcuAroma, and a take-home self-care ritual kit.

Red Light Therapy

Red Light Therapy stimulates collagen production, increases circulation, and reduces inflammation with strategically placed radiant heat from an infrared lamp.

Your Acupuncture Session

Before your treatment
  • Book your first appointment here. If you wish to bill through insurance, then first verify your insurance here.
  • Receive a welcome email. Complete & return new patient paperwork before your treatment.
  • Have a light snack and drink, and wear loose comfortable clothing.
During your treatment
  • Discuss your health history.
  • Enjoy acupuncture, along with supportive therapies, such as cupping, e-stim, or guasha.
  • Rest in a soothing environment
After your treatment
  • Discuss herbs, exercises, and other lifestyle recommendations tailored for you, along with your treatment plan.
  • Book your next appointment, and see you again soon!

Frequently Asked Questions

What does acupuncture treat?

Acupuncture is effective for a wide range of conditions. Even if you are in great health, acupuncture can improve your quality of life by enhancing your mood, boosting energy, and supporting your body's innate healing mechanisms.

How does acupuncture work?

The meridians are like rivers flowing through your body. If your river's blocked in one/ more places, then it blocks other areas/ systems downstream. Acupuncture opens up blockages to free the meridian-river's flow, recalibrating smoothly flowing whole-systems health. Acupuncture also releases endorphins, regulates hormones and brain chemicals, and optimizes balanced homeostasis.

Does acupuncture hurt?

Acupuncture usually does not hurt. We insert filiform needles into specific locations. You might feel the initial light prick, but that sensation usually subsides quickly. Most people feel deeply relaxed and fall asleep during acupuncture. We balance your comfort with your health goals. Needle-free treatments are also available, such as cupping, herbs, or other modalities.

How often should I get acupuncture? 

The frequency of acupuncture treatment depends on your body, how you respond to treatment, and your condition. An acute condition may require weekly acupuncture for four weeks, whereas a chronic condition may necessitate a monthly maintenance treatment. Commit to nourishing yourself with acupuncture, to create lasting change in your body!

Do you accept insurance?

Jiling does not accept insurance. Jiling is not an in-network provider for any insurance companies. However, the below applies:

  • For out-of-network coverage, we can write you a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for potential coverage.
  • You can use your Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)!

Please contact your insurance company directly for reimbursement information. Please visit our Insurance page to learn more!

What training do acupuncturists go through? 

Acupuncture regulations vary from state to state in the USA. Most states require graduation from a CCAOM- accredited university, then passing rigorous NCCAOM licensing examinations in both Western & Chinese medical anatomy, physiology, pathology, theory, and treatment. The California Acupuncture Board requires at least 2050 hours of didactic curriculum, with 950 hours of supervised clinical instruction. This takes 3 to 7 years of school, and a lifetime of continued education. Chinese medicine is an art, science, and regulated licensed medical practice!

How does acupuncture treat pain? 

Acupuncture deliberately and progressively desensitizes an over-stimulated nervous system to heal your perception of tissue damage, while provoking endogenous systemic control of pain and inflammation. Repeated therapeutic exposure helps transform maladaptive emotional reactions into meditative calm and self-control. Acupuncture helps you restore functional capacity and improve quality of life.

Why do you look at my tongue and take my pulse?

Chinese medicine diagnosis includes observation, inquiry, and palpation. Your tongue and pulse reflect your whole body's health, beyond what we can discern from questions alone. This helps us form a detailed, comprehensive, and accurate differential diagnosis and nuanced treatment plan.

Do you sell herbs?

We only provide custom Chinese medicine granules for current patients. Please visit our Herbs page to learn more! We do not sell or distribute herbal products to non-patients.

How can I schedule an appointment? 

Click the Book Now button at the top of each page to schedule your appointment. We look forward to supporting your health!

Our Promise

Personalized treatments

Receive individualized care with holistic treatments & lifestyle medicine designed just for you.


  • We honor your unique humanity. 
  • Address acute and chronic conditions, or simply optimize your health with preventative treatments to balance your body.  
Compassionate care

Feel comfortable sharing in our supportive non-judgmental space. 


  • Express your concerns, understand your treatment options, and get clear explanations. 
  • Receive respect, curiosity and deep listening. 
Effective & enjoyable

Walk out feeling better after a relaxing & effective treatment. 


  • Enjoy gentle acupuncture, needle-free options, and abundant allied modalities.
  • We value clear communication, and prioritize your needs.
Empowering education

Transform your life with actionable lifestyle recommendations. 


  • Be an active participant in your own health.
  • Get empowered with skills to take your treatment out of the clinic and into your own hands. 
  • We believe in the power of self-care to nourish community care, and environmental stewardship. 
Ecology & equity

Your treatments support both your individual health, as well as planetary health. 


  • We engage in ecological practices like purchasing recyclable medical supplies & renewable energy, and using paper-free forms. 
  • We offer free articles & podcasts, reduced-cost community clinics, and other opportunities for under-resourced communities to access care. 
  • We welcome all ethnicities, races, cultures, genders, and sexual orientations.
Shared growth

Embody your highest potential, and know that we are growing with you.


  • Let us know how we can improve, and we will seek to do so. We actively try to give the best service possible.
  • We honor tradition & innovation with ongoing research in Chinese medical classics and the latest Acupuncture and western medical research.
  • We communicate skillfully with other medical providers, inform you, and make referrals as needed.