Luminae Wellness

Ivy is a skilled, knowledgable and caring acupuncturist. She has the ability to hold space for my various concerns and worries. I really enjoy working with her and my health and well being has improved as a result! I appreciate her extra care and communication during the pandemic. She also has online workshops and offerings that I utilized during lockdowns. Her office also happens to be a tranquil and beautiful healing space. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone.

There are tons of options for acupuncture treatment in SF and Oakland. Ive been to many acupuncturists, what sets Ivy apart and makes her best compared to others is the high level of holistic care. Ivy is concerned with both your physical and emotional health, which are so connected to how your body feels. I attribute the subsiding of my migraines and internal ulcer to these treatments. The space itself and very welcoming. I never felt comfortable going to a doctors office until now.When finishing with Ivy I had a better idea of my overall health and how to open mind to approach it with care. In the past I never would think of using this treatment until I was in pain, but now I use it so I dont get sick and so that I stay healthy in more than just physical ways. And another big plus is all the awesome products shes has made to help you maintain for self-care at home. Id go every week if I could.

Ivy is a skilled and empathetic practitioner who has created an oasis in the new Luminae space in Kensington. I attribute much of my grounding and resiliency during the birth of my first kiddo to the nourishment and care I received at Luminae. A pandemic, five years, and another baby later, I returned hoping to work on depletion and stress. Two sessions in, and the changes I am observing are significant and lasting. Ivy offers advice and counsel about finding balance according to TCM principles and teachings, acupuncture, aromatherapy, sound bath, ear seeding, and herbs, among others. She is a gifted healer who has cultivated a magical space. I cannot recommend her practice enough.

Quick review update July 2024: Love Ivys new space in Berkeley and its even more conveniently located with plenty of parking in a quiet area! Its so great the space has expanded services to include bodywork and workshops ! Definitely book your next massage with Rhea, she is intuitive, attentive, kind and I felt like she really curated our session to meet my bodys needs in the exact spots that I didnt even realize I was holding in so much tension.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~This review is long overdue. I saw Ivy back in 2022 over four months and she was an integral part of my healing. I initially went in to treat my chronic pain in my lower back and an acute knee injury, but I came out of the treatments renewed not only just physically, but also spiritually. Ivy’s holistic approach to healing taught me a wealth of knowledge. It allowed me to see health in a new perspective that my body isn’t just the muscles or ligaments of the pain source, but there’s an underlying energy source that needs to be addressed to. Ive really felt the difference in my daily life especially during a difficult time of processing grief. Im feeling more centered, balanced and present :) I would highly recommend Ivy, the attention and care she puts in cultivating an inviting atmosphere with her kindness is top notch.

I wish everyone could experience the care that I have received at Luminae Wellness. I went in for my initial consultation in the hopes of finding a sense of balance in my body and mind. As a mother of two small children, I was seeking care that is holistic and grounded in wellness practices that go beyond western approaches. My experience with the acupuncture was deeply relaxing and healing, with the effects lasting days after the treatment. I highly recommend Luminae Wellness for anyone and everyone. We all deserve care and wellness that supports body, mind, and spirit.

I went to Ivy on Valentines Day of this year to treat myself and I am so glad I did. Shes out of my insurance coverage but spirit was telling me that I needed to experience a session by her. The consultation of walking through my health history was very informative and she made it easy to understand what was happening in my body/ mind/ spirit through the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Ivy has an intentional and customized approach to the session itself and kept me informed every step of the way. The sound healing and crystals and thinking/ talking prompts resulted in one of the greatest releases Ive had from any Practitioner Ive worked with. I was releasing these emotions for weeks, but felt so much better after I let it all go. I also left with a detailed regimen for foods, supplements, and teas to encourage my body towards balance.I currently get acupuncture in my insurance network, with check ins from Ivy every so often. But please know, the moment I can, I will be seeing Ivy exclusively! I 100% recommend Luminae Wellness🌻

The space that Ivy has created is full of life, soothing and welcoming. I have been seeing Ivy for treatments since she opened her practice. She is genuine, good hearted and knowledgeable. I love that she incorporates different modalities in her sessions: sound energy, aromatherapy and crystals which have all had profound effect on my well being. I have experienced more ease and understanding of my body through the lens of Chinese medicine. Many emotions and and though patterns have been released during my sessions.I have been seeing Ivy for treatments to assist my body is becoming pregnant again and making sure my chi is strong. I will continue to support Ivy and Luminae Wellness. I love that her treatment taps into the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of being.

Ivy is a blessing to this community. I met Ivy through my role as a birthworker so we first connected about our love for supporting birthing people and their support systems. When I began working with Ivy, I was looking for support around an inflammatory response I was experiencing on my scalp. I had tried everything possible to address this inflammation and was beginning to try to accept this as my new normal or a chronic condition, but then I started working with Ivy. After month or two of acupuncture sessions, herbal remedies, and emotional/spiritual recommendations, my scalp had cleared completely. Ivy goes beyond the physical body to address the mind and spirit just as deeply.Sessions with Ivy include beautifully present check ins met with her deep knowledge and wisdom, along with soothing sound baths and of course nourishing acupuncture treatment. Under Ivys care and at the Luminae Wellness space, I feel grounded, heard, supported, warm, and deeply cared for.Ivy is a practitioner that works with reverence and integrity. I HIGHLY recommend Ivy to ALL PEOPLE.

Ivy is an excellent practitioner and was able to improve my circulation and anxiety in just one session. It was lovely to visit her beautiful space and enjoy all the special touches of her treatment. She incorporates tea, singing bowls, stones, and aromatherapy into her acupuncture practice which was such a delight for the spirit and senses. Ivy had my highest recommendation - I look forward to seeing her again soon.

I recommend Luminae Wellness for those who are looking for a multi-sensory approach to their healing and wellness. Ivys support throughout the past 6months has helped me understand a lot more about my own mind+body connection. The ancestral wisdom she is influenced by is so grounding and its made leaning into this type of modality a lot easier, as someone of Chinese descent. The way she holds space and asks you to set an intention prior to each session (plus sound meditation to ease you into each) is designed ever so intentionally- she genuinely cares. Originally, Id gone to Ivy for womxns health and lung support during an extremely stressful time in my life. Shes supported me through a major life transition and has helped me identify stagnant energy/emotions. Ive learned so much from Ivy and Im incredibly lucky to have found this practice.

I initially scheduled an appointment with Ivy to help my work through some chronic achilles tendinitis that I just could not seem to shake. A friend had referred me to Ivy and suggested that I give acupuncture a try. Ivy has helped me so much with my tendinitis and I’m finally walking pain free. Further, Ivy has encouraged me to consider my overall health and wellness more holistically. I look forward to every visit to Luminae Wellness and feel 10x better after every session. Ivy is a gifted healer who brings such calmness, non-judgement, and encouragement to every session.

Ivy is absolutely INCREDIBLE!! from the moment I walked in, to the moment I left I just felt like I was in the presence of a healing angel. Ive been dealing with a shoulder injury due to nerve damage. Ive done weekly physical therapy for about a year now and its helped but only to a degree. Within one treatment with Ivy I felt like I made more progress than I had with a year of physical therapy. Pain decreased and my range of motions significantly improved. I would highly recommend her to anyone regardless of their condition. She was also very helpful in referring me to other alternatives to further supplement my healing process. Very knowledgeable, nice and caring!

Choosing Ivy as my acupuncturist was one of the best decisions I could have made for my pregnancy. Her reassurance and guidance during this time has been invaluable, and her demeanor and kindness are truly remarkable! Her office is a beautiful and safe space to relax, and the singing bowls that she plays after the needles are placed are SO loved by my little babe (and myself, of course)! We cant wait to continue seeing Ivy for acupuncture, as the benefits from my visits with her are off the charts! Oh! And her face oil is INCREDIBLE, and I cant wait to do a Gua Sha virtual appointment with her. So many talents, this one! Thank you, Ivy, for being such a resource for our family and community.

I had never done acupuncture before, and the experiences I hard from friends were not too good.After working with Ivy however, I have a totally new view. I can understand the negative my fitness had from Western practices... but Ivy goes back to the roots the foundation of Chinese medicine.My hip and knee pains from years of athletic abuse have been resolved, allergies cleared up and back loosened. She takes time to first see what troubling and then has the perfect treatment whether it’s cupping, acupuncture, heat, herbs, etc.My athleticism has increased and I’m doing things I used to without even thinking about it.

Receiving care from Ivy is nourishing. She pays attention to the small details from your comfort to the subtle points of acupuncture that will have the greatest impact. She is still seeing patients one at a time, so you receive her undivided attention. I love that she combines acupuncture, sound healing and crystals all in one session. I felt restored.

Ivy embodies the wisdom of a gifted healer on every level--in her ability to listen with utmost care, to treat root causes of symptoms with extraordinary depth and precision, and in crafting the ethics of her business, which includes sliding scale offerings. I started seeing her in early March for hormonal imbalance and stress (I hadnt had a regular period in years), and within two weeks I was challenging and releasing all sorts of old relational patterns, stepping into the strength of a deep inner knowing with confidence and ease. I had no idea that this would be an effect! All I wanted was to get my period (which I got, within 2 weeks), but Ivy, and her holistic vision (ancestrally guided...this matters!), knew all the while that I wasnt simply suffering from a physical imbalance, but also emotional and spiritual. Ivy is extraordinary and my life is forever changed after a few months of working with her. I cant recommend her enough.

Ivy helped me through out the various medical hurdles of the last year, first with indigestion and stress, then throughout my pregnancy symptoms (goodbye skin rash, backache, and heartburn!). She is intuitive, calming, and very effective. I love coming for the medical care, but I appreciate the calmness and relaxation her space offers as well! It’s not just acupuncture for your body, it’s self care for your mind and spirit as well.

This is only the 1st session, and already a noticeable difference. Woke up for the first time in years without shoulder pain! Ivy is amazing, explains the process in a way that makes sense and even created a detailed plan for me to follow at home. Cant wait for the next session, Ive never felt better!

In all honesty I’ve had a acupuncture session before just to try it, it wasn’t for me, I thought I would never go back and even expressed to ivy that I did not like it and it didn’t do anything for me. After talking to her and having a injury ,I decided to give it another shot, and let me tell you, I’ve been back more than once lol It’s for sure hard to find individuals Who actually care about the results and the patient they work with and you can feel and see it with her! She knows what she is talking about and She will explain it to you and also suggest things that can help you with your healing process. 👍👍👍 If you are looking for acupuncture I would for sure suggest you check her out! She even makes her own oil blends and rose water.

The best tcm practice in the Bay Area. I received cupping. She also, after making a quick assessment decided to add acupuncture into the session. Her pricing is very competitive and her office is super clean. Aside from that shes really nice and offers great tea!