Business Details
23 Years
experience
Trusted Acupuncture Services in Berkeley, CA
Berkeley Acupuncture Center has been dedicated to restoring and maintaining health through Traditional Chinese Medicine since 2003. Our founder, Dr. Sherry Yang, DAOM, L.Ac., combines her extensive background in Western medicine and psychiatry with decades of clinical experience in acupuncture and herbal therapy. We specialize in stress reduction, pain management, and promoting overall wellness, with particular expertise in treating insomnia, chronic pain, depression, and infertility. Our practice philosophy prioritizes creating a relaxing, patient-centered environment that supports both mental and physical well-being.Dr. Yang's holistic approach integrates evidence-based practices from both Eastern and Western medical traditions to address diverse health concerns. We serve the East Bay community with personalized care aimed at improving quality of life through natural healing methods. Our track record includes successful treatments for menopausal symptoms, musculoskeletal pain, and addiction recovery, as evidenced by patient testimonials describing transformative health improvements. We maintain strict professional standards while adapting treatments to individual patient needs and conditions.
Services
Acupuncture
Stress Reduction
Pain Relief
Herbal Medicine
Fertility Treatments
Menopause Support
Addiction Recovery
Immune Boosting
Headache Management
Musculoskeletal Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined clinical and teaching experience in acupuncture and TCM
- Our treatments integrate Western medical expertise with Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
- Specialized protocols for stress reduction, chronic pain management, and fertility support
- Proven track record treating insomnia, depression, and musculoskeletal conditions
- Personalized care focused on creating relaxing, patient-centered healing experiences
What people say
Healer
Energized
Improved quality of life
Balanced and less anxious
Sleeping better
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use Traditional Chinese Medicine principles to address various health concerns. By stimulating specific body points, we help reduce stress, relieve chronic pain, and improve overall wellness. This service combines Dr. Yang's Western medical expertise with Eastern healing traditions to create effective, personalized treatment plans.
Stress Reduction
Specialized treatments target stress-related conditions through acupuncture and herbal medicine. We address symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, and muscle tension while promoting mental clarity. Our approach focuses on restoring balance to help patients achieve lasting stress relief and improved emotional well-being through natural healing methods.
Pain Relief
We offer targeted acupuncture therapy for chronic pain conditions including back pain, arthritis, and migraines. Treatments aim to reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and decrease pain levels naturally. Our methods have successfully helped patients avoid surgery while maintaining active lifestyles through ongoing pain management support.
Fertility Treatments
Our fertility support combines acupuncture with TCM protocols to enhance reproductive health. Treatments focus on improving hormonal balance and uterine blood flow while reducing stress that may impact conception. This service addresses both male and female fertility factors through personalized, evidence-based approaches developed over years of clinical practice.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations complement acupuncture treatments to address specific health concerns. We use high-quality, traditionally prepared herbs to support immune function, manage chronic conditions, and enhance treatment effectiveness. Each prescription is tailored to individual needs while following strict safety and quality standards for optimal therapeutic results.
People
Dr. Sherry Yang
DAOM, L.Ac.
Dr. Yang combines Western psychiatry expertise with 20+ years of TCM practice. She specializes in stress reduction, pain management, and fertility treatments, serving the East Bay community since 2003. Her patient-centered approach creates relaxing healing experiences that improve overall wellness.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in stress-related disorders, chronic pain management, insomnia, depression, infertility, and musculoskeletal conditions using acupuncture and herbal medicine.
How experienced is your practitioner?
Dr. Sherry Yang has over 20 years of clinical experience combining Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western medical expertise since establishing the center in 2003.
What should I expect during treatment?
Treatments involve gentle needle insertion at specific points to stimulate healing. Most patients experience deep relaxation during sessions that typically last 45-60 minutes with personalized care.
Do you accept insurance?
We recommend checking with your insurance provider about acupuncture coverage. Payment options will be discussed during your initial consultation with our staff.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition. Most patients see improvements within 4-6 sessions, with chronic conditions requiring ongoing maintenance tailored to individual progress.
What makes you different from other acupuncturists?
Dr. Yang's unique background as a former medical psychiatrist combines with deep TCM expertise to address both mental and physical aspects of health in every treatment session.
