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Berkeley Community Acupuncture

4.7 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Berkeley, California

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Verified cupping provider Fire cupping Female practitioner

Why Berkeley Community Acupuncture is listed — cupping is a treatment, not a Google category, so we only list a provider when there's real proof they offer it. Here's what we found: “in infection, IUD, or pacemaker. Book Massage Chinese Herbs Often used to treat internal medical conditions, and are effective at treating chronic conditions. BCA offers TCM Herbs in bottle/pill form in our Herb Store . Cupping Cupping is…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
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  • Website bcaclinic.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone +1 510-704-0593

Hours

Monday 8 am–2 pm
Tuesday 8 am–2 pm, 3–7 pm
Wednesday 8 am–7 pm
Thursday 9 am–12 pm, 2–6 pm
Friday 2–6 pm
Saturday 9 am–3 pm
Sunday Closed

Cupping is usually by appointment — these are the business's general hours, so book ahead rather than dropping in.

Cupping styles offered

The kinds of cupping mentioned on Berkeley Community Acupuncture's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

🔥 Fire cupping

“THE BEST ACCUPUNCTURE AND FIRE CUPPING I HAVE HAD IN CALIFORNIA.”

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What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 41 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

💆 effective pain & tension relief 2 mentions

“I-Pei is my acupuncturist and she has helped me tremendously with healing chronic back and neck pain.”

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 3 mentions

“Thuy was a consummate professional, you have no doubt from the way she works that she has a tremendous amount of experience and it has definitely shown with my results.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 10 mentions

“She is Mother Theresa -- healing the sick with a calm and kind demeanor, counseling those who need it, and sensing exactly what you need with just a look and feel of your pulse.”

🧼 clean & hygienic space 2 mentions

“Very relaxing, the facility was very clean and calming.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 3 mentions

“The affordable rate structure let's you incorporate TCM into your life as it was meant to be, regular maintenance.”

From the reviews

Thuy is a miracle worker! She is Mother Theresa -- healing the sick with a calm and kind demeanor, counseling those who need it, and sensing exactly what you need with just a look and feel of your pulse. I really enjoy the comfortable zen vibe when you first enter the waiting area.

★★★★★ — Diana, Dec 2011

The very best acupuncture. Been going to Berkeley Community Acupuncture for over 20 years. BCA offers a variety of other wonderful services (massage, cupping, etc) and handmade goods too. Very peaceful and rejuvenating clinic. Easy to access and plenty of parking nearby. You can easily book your appointment online too.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jan 2025

THE BEST ACCUPUNCTURE AND FIRE CUPPING I HAVE HAD IN CALIFORNIA. BY LIANG YU.SHE IS INCREDIBLE. I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!

★★★★★ — Kitty, Nov 2024

Such a nice environment. Caring, warm clinicians. Friendly desk staff. Coloring books. Cozy armchairs with footrests, eye masks, blankets... Sliding scale to make acupuncture available to the community on Saturdays. LOVE the concept and execution.

★★★★★ — Heather, Mar 2017

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 41 reviews →

What to expect from your first cupping session

New to cupping? Here's the short version. What happens: the practitioner places cups on the skin — most often the back, shoulders, or legs — and creates suction (with a pump, or briefly with a flame for fire cupping). Cups either stay put for a few minutes (dry cupping) or are glided over oiled skin (massage cupping). A session is usually 15–45 minutes, often added to a massage or acupuncture visit. The marks: cupping leaves round, bruise-like circles that are normal and usually fade in a few days to a couple of weeks — they're discoloration from the suction, not an injury, and shouldn't really hurt. What to wear: comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being treated. Afterward: drink water, keep the area warm, and skip intense sun or a hot sauna right after.

Cupping isn't for everyone — if you're on blood thinners, pregnant, or have a skin condition or bleeding disorder, check with your doctor first, and always tell your practitioner about health concerns before a session. This page is directory information, not medical advice.

Where to find Berkeley Community Acupuncture

2880 Sacramento St, Berkeley, CA94702

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