Personalized Traditional Chinese Medicine to Support Balance, Healing, and Wellness

For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has used acupuncture and herbal medicine to support the body’s natural healing processes and promote balance throughout the body.

At Peninsula Integrative Medicine, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are integrated with naturopathic and functional medicine to provide personalized care for a wide range of health concerns. Our providers look at the whole person, including symptoms, lifestyle, stress, nutrition, and underlying patterns of imbalance, to create individualized treatment plans.

Whether you are seeking support for pain, stress, hormone balance, digestive concerns, fertility, sleep, or overall wellness, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can be powerful tools to support your health journey.

What Is Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine?

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are foundational therapies within Traditional Chinese Medicine, an individualized healthcare system that focuses on restoring balance and supporting the body’s natural ability to heal.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture involves the placement of very thin needles at specific points throughout the body to support:

• Nervous system regulation
• Healthy circulation
• Inflammation balance
• Pain relief
• Stress reduction
• Hormonal balance
• The body’s natural healing response

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine uses customized formulas made from carefully selected herbs based on each patient’s unique health patterns, symptoms, and goals. Herbal medicine may be used to support:

• Hormone balance
• Digestion
• Immune function
• Energy and vitality
• Stress resilience
• Sleep quality

Why Patients Seek Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine

Patients seek acupuncture and herbal medicine for both targeted symptom support and overall wellness. Common goals include:

• Pain relief
• Stress reduction
• Improved sleep
• Hormone balance
• Fertility support
• Digestive health
• Nervous system regulation
• Migraine and headache support
• Recovery from injuries
• General health optimization

Conditions We Commonly Support

Our providers use acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to support a variety of conditions, including:

• Chronic pain
• Neck and back pain
• Migraines and headaches
• Muscle tension
• Stress and anxiety
• Insomnia and sleep concerns
• Digestive disorders
• Fertility concerns
• Menstrual irregularities
• Perimenopause and menopause symptoms
• Allergies
• TMJ dysfunction
• Sports injuries
• Scar tissue and recovery support
• Neuropathy support

Personalized Treatment Plans

Every patient responds differently to acupuncture and herbal medicine. Treatment plans are customized based on your health history, symptoms, goals, and overall constitution. Care may include:

• Acupuncture treatments
• Chinese herbal formulas
• Lifestyle recommendations
• Nutrition support
• Stress management strategies
• Integration with naturopathic and functional medicine care

Our goal is to support your body’s natural healing processes and help you achieve greater balance and resilience.

Which Provider Should I See for Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine?

If you are seeking acupuncture for pain, stress, hormones, fertility, or overall wellness:

• Dr. Alicia Masiulis, DACCHM, L.Ac.
  • Best fit for: Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, pain management, fertility support, hormone balance, stress reduction, and digestive concerns.
  • Dr. Masiulis integrates acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and naturopathic care to support whole-body healing and restore balance.

Not sure who is the right fit?

Our team is happy to help match you with the provider whose experience best aligns with your health goals. Contact our office and we can help guide you toward the right next step.

Call (650) 485-2758, Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. or send us a message!