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Protea Acupuncture
5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Pacifica, California
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Why Protea 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: “g your diet is essential. As a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Heather combines her knowledge of nutrition with her training in Chinese Medicine to help you find the root of your digestive problems. BODYWORK Cupping and Gua Sha…” source →
Booking your cupping session
- Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
- Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
- Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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- Website proteaacupuncture.com — book and see the full treatment menu
- Phone +1 415-758-3444
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10 am–6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
What clients say about the cupping here
“The shoulder pain was chronic, thought I'd have it forever, but after 3 treatments I can now barely feel the pain.”
“Heather's attunement to her patient, expertise, availability, and kindness have made a difference in healing my body.”
“Heather took the time to understand my history with back pain, as well as my current circumstances.”
“The thoroughness of her experience is matched only by her ability to set one at ease and provide excellent treatment.”
“What a welcoming and warm space.”
From the reviews
…Her acupuncture, cupping, moxa, and bodywork approaches have either significantly improved my symptoms or given me complete relief. For instance, I have a decade-long chronic injury, and I sometimes get flare ups if I overwork that part of my body.
Heather is a true healer and avid listener. She asks a lot of insightful questions about the state of your mind and body and immediately goes to work! Her techniques are precise and very therapeutic and she is attuned to your needs immediately!
Heather was easy to schedule with, super responsive . Her studio is wonderful with easy parking. She is very knowledgable , friendly and has great energy. Im already feeling better and am looking forward to my follow up appt. in a few weeks. Thank you Heather!
Heather is wonderful to work with and basically a magician! The lines on my forehead and around my eyes are fading after just a couple of sessions of micro-needling. I have had others comment on it as well. I bought a package of sessions because I am hooked.
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.
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