Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Natural Medicine Clinic in Berkeley
East Bay Acupuncture & Natural Medicine was founded in 2007 by Sean Michael Hall, L.Ac., with a mission to provide comprehensive healthcare through acupuncture, dry needling, and traditional Chinese herbal medicine. Our team combines Western medical diagnostics with Eastern therapeutic approaches to address acute and chronic pain, hormonal imbalances, fertility challenges, and systemic health concerns. We prioritize personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs, incorporating modalities such as cupping, electro-acupuncture, and manual therapies. Our practitioners hold advanced training in orthopedic acupuncture and reproductive medicine, including board certification by the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. We serve patients in Berkeley and surrounding areas, offering insurance billing assistance and convenient access with free street parking.With over 15 years of clinical experience, we emphasize evidence-based practices while maintaining traditional healing principles. Our commitment extends beyond symptom relief to fostering long-term wellness through dietary guidance, lifestyle recommendations, and integrative care strategies. We collaborate with reproductive endocrinologists for fertility patients and provide specialized support for cancer-related side effects. Treatment sessions are designed to accommodate busy schedules, with flexible appointment durations and extended weekday hours. Our facility maintains high standards of hygiene and professionalism, ensuring a safe environment for all patients.
Services
Acupuncture
Dry Needling
Herbal Therapy
Cupping
Electro-Acupuncture
Moxibustion
Trigger Point Therapy
Fertility Support
Pain Management
Cancer Support
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified expertise in reproductive and orthopedic acupuncture
- Our practitioners combine 15+ years of clinical experience with evidence-based practices
- We provide personalized treatment plans integrating Eastern and Western medical approaches
- We bill insurance directly for patient convenience
- Our clinic offers flexible scheduling with extended weekday hours
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM)
What people say
Effective pain relief
Knowledgeable practitioners
Personalized care
Successful fertility support
Professional environment
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate specific points for pain relief and systemic balance. This ancient practice addresses musculoskeletal issues, neurological conditions, and internal medicine concerns. Patients benefit from improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and enhanced natural healing processes.
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets muscle trigger points to alleviate pain and restore function. This technique effectively treats chronic pain, sports injuries, and postural imbalances by releasing tight muscle bands and improving blood flow to affected areas.
Herbal Therapy
Custom herbal formulations address hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and immune system weaknesses. Our practitioners combine traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern research to create personalized herbal protocols for systemic health improvement.
Fertility Support
Specialized acupuncture and herbal treatments enhance fertility by regulating hormones and improving reproductive organ function. We collaborate with reproductive endocrinologists to optimize outcomes for patients undergoing IUI and IVF procedures.
Cancer Support
Adjunctive treatments reduce cancer therapy side effects through targeted acupuncture and nutritional support. Our protocols help manage chemotherapy-induced nausea, lymphedema, and fatigue while supporting overall vitality during treatment.
People
Sean Michael Hall
Acupuncturist, Dry-Needling Specialist, Herbalist
Founder Sean Hall combines 15+ years of acupuncture experience with board certification in reproductive medicine. He completed advanced orthopedic training at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center and specializes in integrating Western diagnostics with traditional healing methods.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat pain conditions, hormonal imbalances, fertility issues, digestive disorders, and cancer-related side effects using acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Do you accept insurance?
We bill insurance directly and can verify your acupuncture coverage benefits before treatment.
What should I wear to appointments?
Wear comfortable clothing. For dry needling, bring loose shorts or a sports bra for easier access to treatment areas.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial acupuncture visits last 1.5 hours; dry needling starts at 1 hour. Follow-up sessions typically take 45-60 minutes.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and health savings account payments for all services rendered.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
We provide phone consultations for treatment planning and follow-ups when in-person visits aren't possible.
