Business Details
17 Years
experience
Affordable Community Acupuncture in Lewiston
L/A Community Acupuncture was founded to break down barriers to healthcare access in Lewiston, Maine. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we provide affordable, customized acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments in a group setting, prioritizing community health over profit. Our model allows patients to receive care at a fraction of traditional costs while maintaining high standards of practice. With over 50,000 treatments administered by our licensed acupuncturist, we emphasize accessibility, trauma-informed care, and social equity.Our clinic operates on principles of solidarity rather than charity, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent individuals from achieving wellness. We maintain transparent policies for scheduling, cancellations, and payments, while fostering an inclusive environment free from discrimination. Our commitment to E-E-A-T principles is demonstrated through our practitioner's extensive credentials, patient education initiatives, and partnerships with local health advocates.
Services
Acupuncture treatment
Herbal consultations
Community acupuncture
Online scheduling
Donation program
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on healthcare accessibility
- Group treatments reduce costs to $30 per session
- Practitioner with 12+ years experience and 50,000+ treatments administered
- Tax-deductible donation options support continued affordability
- Online scheduling with 24/7 text/email communication
Services
Acupuncture treatment
Our core service provides customized acupuncture in a group setting using traditional Chinese medicine techniques. Patients relax in reclining chairs while receiving treatment for various health concerns. The community model allows experienced practitioners to deliver effective care at reduced costs through simultaneous patient sessions.
Herbal consultations
Personalized herbal formula prescriptions complement acupuncture treatments. Our practitioner combines traditional knowledge with modern diagnostics to create customized plant-based solutions for chronic conditions and wellness support.
Community acupuncture
This innovative model treats multiple patients simultaneously to reduce costs while maintaining treatment quality. The social environment fosters collective healing while individualized care plans ensure personalized attention for each patient's specific needs.
Online scheduling
Our digital platform enables 24/7 appointment booking and management. Patients can easily reserve treatment slots, receive automated reminders, and access their visit history through a user-friendly interface that streamlines clinic operations.
Donation program
Tax-deductible contributions help sustain our nonprofit mission. Donations maintain affordable pricing, support community health initiatives, and ensure treatment accessibility for individuals with financial constraints.
People
Lauren Breau
Acupuncturist & Herbalist
Lewiston native with 12+ years experience, 50,000+ treatments administered. Holds Master's in Acupuncture from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. Licensed in Maine and nationally certified through NCCAOM.
Anne Brown
Board Member
Board-certified internist with Andrew Weil integrative medicine fellowship. Recognized for excellence in medical practice through American College of Physicians fellowship.
Amanda Comeau
Board Member
15-year social work professional with expertise in community programs. Currently Assistant Director at NFI North's Intermission Program, serving Lewiston-Auburn communities.
Daniel Katz
Board Member
Physical therapist and acupuncturist with dual Master's degrees. Co-founder of Wildwood Health Center in Falmouth, Maine. Integrates Eastern and Western medicine approaches in clinical practice.
Shaad Masood
Board Member
Registered nurse and healthcare educator at Central Maine Medical Center. Community activist with focus on housing cooperatives and public health initiatives.
Questions
What makes community acupuncture different from private sessions?
Our group setting allows $30 treatments - 70% less than average private rates - while maintaining personalized care through customized point selection.
Do you accept insurance payments?
We don't bill insurance directly but provide electronic receipts for potential reimbursement. Our $30 fee is typically lower than insurance co-pays.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear loose clothing that can be rolled to elbows/knees. Alternative treatment points available if preferred.
Can I bring my emotional support animal?
As a medical facility, we cannot accommodate pets or emotional support animals during treatments.
What are your cancellation policies?
Please provide 24-hour notice. Missed appointments without notice may be requested to contribute via our donation link.
