Sliding
Scale

Rates $40 to $60

Senior Rate

$30

What is Community Acupuncture?

What is Community Acupuncture

While most Acupuncturists see one patient per hour at an average of $65-$175 per treatment, the Community Acupuncture model is where the Acupuncturist sees several patients per hour in a common area. This format allows us to treat our patients at a much more affordable rate while still providing optimal services. It also allows you to come in with your family or friends and receive treatments together.

The Community Acupuncture Movement was created by several acupuncturists in Portland, Oregon at a clinic called Working Class Acupuncture as a creative response to the economic inaccessibility of health care in the United States.

You will receive your acupuncture treatment in a quiet peaceful room at the same time as other patients. After a brief consultation where we will go over your chief health complaint and health history, you will lay on a comfortable recliner and we will gently insert tiny, one-use, sterile needles into your scalp, legs, feet, arms, hands and face. You will spend the rest of your treatment relaxing or even sleeping in your recliner.

What to expect on your first visit.

Come to your appointment wearing comfortable, loose clothing. It is best to have eaten something beforehand. Your first visit will involve filling out some paperwork, so arrive 5-10 minutes early. There will be an initial interview by one of the acupuncturists to determine your diagnosis. Then you will lie back in a reclining chair as needles are inserted. They may be placed anywhere on your body, including your ears!

We use sterile, one-time use needles that are so thin you barely feel them. You will rest with the needles for 20-30 minutes. Once they are removed, you are welcome to stay and enjoy a cup of tea. Often you will feel very relaxed, even euphoric. It is best to take it easy for the next couple hours after a treatment. Depending on what you are being treated for and how long you have had the condition, we will recommend follow-up visits.

Private sessions are available

For those who may not feel comfortable receiving treatment in a group setting, we offer private acupuncture. Our clinic boasts two private rooms, where we perform acupuncture, massage and facials. Family Room’s acupuncture sessions usually last about an hour.

Testimonials

“First time trying acupuncture and I loved it. Also felt instant gut relief, which has continued. I will be back.“

“Nice quiet place near coast where one can relax and get really good holistic therapies for a fraction of the price elsewhere.“

“While I keep myself active and in good shape….I am getting older. I feel the aches & pains after active living and this ancient practice keeps me moving along, along with continued good living! My new practitioner continues with this process, and Kim is surrounded by great people!“

“Going to Family Room Acupuncture is the actual highlight of my week, every week. I work full time in a physically demanding job and need help with tension and back pain, etc. Kim, who sees me every time, has helped me with pain, insomnia, stress, things I didn’t know you could even treat with Acupuncture. I always leave feeling like a million bucks.”

“Same day appointment out of desperation from a migraine. The treatment helped tremendously and was done with such care.”

“These are all knowledge acupuncturist that are kind and listen. Wonderful to have sliding scale too!”

“This place is amazing I was on my way on vacation I hurt my back a week before leaving I was miserable so I did 2 sessions of acupuncture and also cupping by the time I had to catch my flight the pain was 80 percent gone this is a must try”

Meet the Team

Kim Reece
Licensed Acupuncturist, CMTJenny Perzichilli
Licensed AcupuncturistJennifer Galligani
Reiki Practitioner

Kim Reece

Licensed Acupuncturist, CMT

Kim is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist , massage therapist, and esthetician. She earned her master’s degree from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Kim has spent several years of study and work in mainland China where she gained her initial appreciation of the medicine. Kim has studied extensively with many leaders in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Kim has worked at San Francisco Community Acupuncture, Community Acupuncture Works, the SAGE Project, Dr. Lifang Liang’s Fertility Practice, and the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s Community Clinic. Kim treats an extensive scope of health issues with the aim of bringing the mind and body back into balance. Kim is grateful to have a sliding-scale community clinic in the beautiful town of Pacifica where she happily resides.

Jenny Perzichilli

Licensed Acupuncturist

Jenny is a Licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in the state of California, and holds National certification. She also maintains her international specialty license in reproductive healthcare with the ABORM group. From the early days of Jenny’s studies, she has been driven to bring Chinese medicine to women’s health care and continues to stay on top of the latest research in the field. Working with complex hormonal imbalances from various menstrual irregularities to menopausal support. Jenny has an extensive background in fertility medicine, working with couples going through IVF and trying to conceive naturally. She treats mothers in all stages of pregnancy from very early securing pregnancy to labor prep, and turning breech babies with moxibustion. Mothers are definitely welcome and encouraged to follow up for postnatal support. Jenny is one of the few practitioners in the Bay Area offering the Chinese style abdominal massage Chi Nei Tsang. Typically, the massage is booked for a half hour in combination with an acupuncture treatment prior to ovulation. Through tongue and pulse examination, dietary and herbal supplementation can be offered to help further enhance her work. Jenny completed her Masters of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine with Five Branches University where she is currently pursuing her Doctorate.

Jennifer Galligani

Reiki Practitioner

Jennifer Galligani is a Usui Reiki Master and Energy Sensitive. Reiki is a Japanese “Laying of Hands” holistic technique that promotes wellness through stress reduction and relaxation. Reiki practitioners work with the body’s Chakra System, or Energy Centers, which governs natural energy flow for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. Reiki helps with stress, high blood pressure, pain management, depression, digestive issues, chemotherapy & radiation side effects, recovery from injury and surgery, restless mind, grief, and so much more. Jennifer received certification Level III Usui Reiki Master by Arianne Simone Miller/Reiki Master, San Francisco and has been practicing since 2016. Jennifer has spent time volunteering at a San Francisco Reiki Clinic and providing Reiki for shelter animals to introduce the benefits of Reiki. Now Jennifer works part time providing Reiki for her clients in Pacifica and SF as well as her pet care clients. Jennifer is a member of IARP, International Association of Reiki Professionals.