Together we discover real solutions to create a simple and healthy way of being

We laugh, we cry

Then we get inspired to change

Together we discover real solutions to create a simple and healthy way of being 

 

We laugh, we cry 

 

Then we get inspired to change

Specialties

Pain Management

Hormone Balancing

Women’s Health

Children’s Health

Nutrition

Immune Strengthening

Digestive Harmonizing

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Testimonials

Carmen is nothing short of amazing!  Prior to my first treatment I was anxious about the whole process, especially the needles. Not only did she make me feel comfortable and safe,  but she truly listened to me!  After a series of treatments various symptoms went away and now I go to her for preventative care.   She truly understands the human body and has that intuitive sense that you can’t teach. 

Carmen is caring, smart, passionate and one hell of healer!  

Lauren F.
Carmen really takes the time to find out how I am doing and what we need to address. It took a few sessions and experimenting with supplements and sleep patterns but I now have been able to sleep without any ambien (woot!) and the back pain I was experiencing with my cycle has subsided.
Carmen also helped me get my nutrition back on track without making me feel ashamed/embarrassed. I am a believer now!

Meghan R.
Carmen is an amazing healer. After seeing many doctors Carmen was the first person to sit down and truly listen to what was going on for me. She developed a comprehensive plan that included nutrition, acupuncture and supplements. The tools she gave me have become a way of life for me and my family that we follow to this day. Carmen’s approach transformed my life and I have been able to share these tools with my husband and children which have allowed us to live whole and healthy lives. Carmen sees the whole person and every decision she makes in treatment takes that into consideration. She is amazing and continues to be instrumental in perpetuating wellness in my life. 
 
Kalyne R.
 

If you are looking for a healer who will give you a full mind, body and soul experience then Carmen McIntyre is the best choice. Carmen healed me when I was experiencing some of the worst pain in my life. I recommend her to all my friends and family.  

Corine C.

Carmen is a great spirit; calm and focused, full of optimism and energy. I have had acupuncture with both Chinese (in Hong Kong & San Francisco) as well as American experts and I can say that I feel overwhelmingly safe and secure with Carmen.  She readily explains every nuance of what she is doing and thoroughly prepares herself by knowing and understanding your body by asking specific questions about your health, heart, and being. She’s treated me for multiple types of body aches, stress related ailments and general body maintenance. She is always learning, and  offers dietary advice, options for ways to maintain my body with natural remedies and provides a breadth of knowledge that demonstrates her desire to do good in the world by helping others. 
 
Roxy L.
Carmen is amazing. Not only is she my acupuncturist but she has become my dear friend.  She always takes the time to really listen and I feel so comfortable confiding in her about personal issues not only with health but with life overall.  I truly feel a sense of comfort when I am in her presence.  Her genuine and caring demeanor as well as her passion for Chinese and Ayurvedic Medicine, travels straight from her heart right through the needles.  
 
Becky B. 
Carmen is universally praised for her humanity, caring and knowledge. I am a 76-year-old male who is pretty skeptical of things in general. I was immediately impressed by Carmen’s interest in my particular problem and her general bedside manner. Indeed, she made me a convert immediately. Then after a few treatments the effect of acupuncture began to occur. I continued with my acupuncture treatment as well as made a serious commitment to the diet recommendations that she had made. I continued to get good results from both. I have been hard put to find anyone who comes close to her overall set of abilities. She is really my most important healthcare consultant. She has literally changed my life. I adore her and so will you.

Winton W.
Carmen is amazing. She takes a whole body approach to wellness so she really gets to know you and your lifestyle so she can provide the best care. I have been suffering from horrendous tension headaches and various other related ailments and she’s been able to come up with a treatment plan that has virtually eliminated all of it. She’s absolutely remarkable and I recommend her continuously to clients and colleagues throughout the Santa Cruz area.

Nicole A.

Carmen helped me after I injured my shoulder gardening.  I waited so long to seek treatment thinking that, since I am a Personal Trainer, I could rehab my issue myself.  After I realized I needed help, I luckily found Carmen and her expert application of her acupuncture and cupping modalities initiated the healing in my shoulder.  I have to say, she truly cares about her patients healing and does a thorough job.  She is an excellent caregiver.  

Carolyn T.