Acupuncture in Berkeley, CA

John Luna-Sparks, L.Ac., Dipl. OM, LCSW

  • Does pain keep you from working out?
  • Tired of feeling constantly tired and “out of it”?
  • Do you want to get to the root of your health problems?

I am a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine and offer acupuncture in Berkeley, California.  I specialize in:

June 2, 2020: We are happy to announce our reopening. We are now scheduling in-person acupuncture appointments with strict safety protocols in place.

We continue to offer telemedicine appointments for patients who are experiencing physical pain, emotional stress or both.

Please click here for our special “Working From Home Stress-Reduction Package.” Plus, watch this message from John about managing our fears, riding the wave and staying in the game!

Luna Sparks Acupuncture’s 3 Phase Protocol for Pain Relief

Click to view

[WATCH] Why I practice acupuncture

Balance Your Body – Stave off COVID-19

Published October 19, 2020

If you feel like you’re battling frequent colds, a cough that won’t quit, or just seem to be tired all the time, it may benefit you to find time for a daily walk or simple exercise routine. Doing this a few times per week can have many health benefits and help build your immune system.

Viruses such as

Continue reading

What is Moxibustion and How Can it Help

Published October 5, 2020

Traditional Chinese medicine is a medical system that incorporates numerous methods for treating disease and illness. One of the tools found in the toolbox of the Traditional Chinese medicine practitioner is known as moxibustion.

This technique involves the burning of mugwort, known as “moxa”, which is an herb that facilitates healing. The purpose of moxibustion is to

Continue reading

Herbs & Acupressure Points for Coronavirus

Published September 21, 2020

As we learn to navigate this new world where an ever looming virus is present, it’s important to learn which ways we can help ourselves and loved ones,get through a time of illness.. Below are herbal remedies and acupressure points for self-care to help aid with symptoms of COVID-19 such as coughing, shortness of breath and fevers.

Continue reading