Where to begin?

A free call

I want a sense of where you are in your health journey. A free exploratory call is a great way to begin to get to know you and share my approach.

Initial 90 minute appointment

I love these sessions because your body speaks volumes and adds depth to the story your words tell. Nothing like experiencing a session to know if it feels like a great fit. Sign up here.

Once we define the chapter you are in, we map a plan forward

Acupuncture in a soothing womb room

A course of acupuncture sessions helps me learn about your baseline over time with help of traditional diagnostic techniques.

My sessions are full of healing touch. Not only do you get to enjoy a nice acu-nap in a beautifully designed earthen plaster room, I also give custom guided visualization prompts to help you get more out of your time.

By bringing your nervous system down to base level on a regular basis, you work that neuro pathway into a habit and it gets easier to do off the table.

Big Picture Mapping, diet and wellness coaching

Everyone has their gifts, one of mine is holding the big picture and getting creative with how we map out a journey that works for you.

Sustainable change has a human pace, I offer with regular touch ins to remove confusion and overwhelm when you get stuck.

What to eat shouldn’t take up all your headspace, by the end of our time working together you should be able to go into any grocery store or restaurant and be confident about what works for you.

Lab testing and analysis

I see my job as helping you remove stressors you have control over. I also try and fill the gaps in your allopathic care. I offer hormone, gut related, metabolic and broad system tests to take the guesswork out of what’s happening in your body, and give actionable steps to take undo pressure off of your system.

I take the time to make sure you understand what the results mean for your health and your life.

  • "I've been seeing Ingrid for many years now and can't recommend her enough. I started seeing her for stomach issues and we made such progress together that now I see her for my bi-monthly time to prioritize myself and my health. She has also seen me throughout my pregnancy and I would not have made it through the last 9 months without her support!"

    —Kelsey B.

  • "I’ve experienced a complete turn around in my health since working with Ingrid. The holistic nature of her practice is powerful because that's what it takes to make changes and improve your well-being. The visualizations Ingrid led were at the foundation of me shifting my mindset around my health, and then I was able to stack progress one thing after another. A big breakthrough was testing my gut health and identifying sensitivities that were compounding my difficulties."

    —Michael B.

  • "I’ve been seeing Ingrid for over 10 years and can confidently say she has made a significant difference in my health and well-being. Ingrid is a highly skilled practitioner, an innovator in her field, and a respected leader in the East Bay healing community. I’m incredibly grateful to have found her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for effective, personalized care."

    —Irina T.

Acupuncture

I’m drawn to acupuncture as a modality because it is so safe and effective. It activates the body’s own healing mechanisms, respecting our innate ability to heal. I recommend acupuncture for people who are experiencing stress, or have some tissue that is hypo-functioning or inflamed. The frequency of treatment depends on type and severity of the issue.

• Calms the nervous system

• Connects the mind and body

• Reduces inflammation

• Promotes healing

• Increases flexibility/fights stiffness

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Diet Therapy

The small things we do daily add up to real changes in our health and in our lives. What to eat is a question that confuses many of my patients, so I spend more time guiding them on food choices than the average Chinese Medicine practitioner because I find it brings great results.

I help people look at their diet from these different perspectives:

• Does your diet support healthy gut microbes?

• Are you eating a broad range of nutrient dense foods?

• Do the foods you eat promote inflammation?

• Does your blood sugar remain balanced throughout the day?

• Does your diet match your unique constitution according to Chinese medicine?

• Do you have a food allergy or sensitivity?

Depending on your health goals and current diet, guidance may range from increasing or reducing a couple foods, to supporting you in an elimination and reintroduction plan.

This is a partnership, but perhaps the most important thing I teach is how to listen to your own body’s cues about what works best for you, so eventually you can guide yourself to health with confidence.

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTATION

If we drive a particular organ system too hard, or don’t eat perfectly balanced and varied meals all the time, we may be deficient in certain nutrients. These items are like food concentrates, and can be very useful in keeping our systems working properly.

HERBS

Sometimes an imbalance is extreme enough that it requires a stronger intervention. Although diet therapy is my first approach, herbs are more concentrated than food and can be used in conjunction with diet to greater effect. I’m trained as a Chinese herbalist, and customize formulas to suit your unique needs.