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Sarana Community Acupuncture

4.6 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Albany, California

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Booking your cupping session

  • Payment reportedly accepts insurance; HSA/FSA cards accepted — 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 saranaca.org — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (510) 526-5056

Hours

Monday 12–6:30 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–4 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM–1 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM–4 PM
Friday 9:30–11:30 AM, 12–6:30 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM–3:30 PM
Sunday 9:30–11:30 AM, 12:30–3:30 PM

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

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 21 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 2 mentions

“The acupuncturists are all highly skilled practitioners who care about their patients and do the work necessary to make their time be well spent.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 4 mentions

“Highly recommend this spot for a peaceful and restorative experience.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Great service ,and affordable accupunture and my son like sean, technique wth accupunture.”

From the reviews

Sarana has been a complete lifesaver helping me cope with chronic health challenges. Emery has great zen energy and gentle effective needling. The community model is a unique healing environment that supports wellness. I love it!

★★★★★ — Karen, Oct 2024

I come here to take a nap. It is the primary perk that comes with getting a treatment which sometimes knocks you out. These people are people who know that thousands are sleep deprived and do what they can to protect the quiet of your healing experience.

★★★★★ — Enoch, Sep 2013

This is an oasis and sanctuary. The kindest people run this place as a beautiful service to those who need it. When I lived in El Cerrito I came often. As a self-employed magician, I'm always on the go and it becomes really hard to stop. Sarana granted me the permission to stop, refuel and warm my heart.

★★★★★ — Heather, Jun 2025

Highly recommend this spot for a peaceful and restorative experience. This place does an amazing job with cleanliness! The practitioners are kind, respectful and knowledgeable. Each visit feels like a gift.

★★★★★ — Stacie, Apr 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 21 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 Sarana Community Acupuncture

970 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA94706

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