“I started with acupuncture treatments about 7 months ago, when I noticed early arthritis setting in, related to two fingers on one hand. The treatment has been a game-changer. Before I was waking up at night due to the discomfort. Now I'm not, and the pain is gone, and the flexibility is back. What I liked about receiving treatments was the consistency with results -- after a few sessions, I really began to see the improvement. I would recommend Manuela, she has a lovely way with clients, and the treatment works.”

MM, College Professor

“After 5 unsuccessful IUIs ( 3 with fertility drugs) I turned to acupuncture with hopes that the 6th try would take. Manuela became my safe place. She stayed in touch almost daily, tracked ovulation, and was able to see me right before and after the IUI. Throughout my whole pregnancy, I saw Manuela weekly. My energy levels were great, no heartburn, no morning sickness, and slept like a baby my whole pregnancy. When my due date came in went I worried about having to be induced which was the one thing I didn’t want. Manuela saw me every other day during the last week of pregnancy and I was able to go into labor naturally. My labor was quick and Colin was in the right position which made for easy labor. Before I try for baby #2 I will be coming to see you before I talk to Boston IVF.”

BG, Childcare provider

"I have been a patient of Manuela for several years now. She is a meticulous practitioner with a kind and caring demeanor. Initially, she will ask how you are feeling presently and then request feedback on your last session together so that she can adjust and refine treatments as needed. Being an accomplished professional she is a good listener, an important component of zeroing in on the treatment of pain and stress management. We are all complex beings and Manuela not only administers strategic areas of need but treats the whole body in a journey toward wellness. She is a gem."

JZ, Retiree

"Manuela is the absolute best!! She made me feel comfortable from the minute I stepped in the room. She listens carefully and tailors each acupuncture treatment to what you are experiencing at that particular time. She has truly helped me feel much more balanced and relaxed. Love her!!"

MH, Graduate Student

"I had never had acupuncture done before, but some friends recommended it for dealing with some anxiety I was having. Manuela made me feel very at ease. She went over all problems that my body was having before doing anything. The acupuncture was very helpful and extremely relaxing. Highly recommend Manuela!!”

RT, Firefighter

"I have been seeing Manuela for acupuncture since 2013. She's attentive and knowledgeable. Not only does she give me my tune-up, but she also follows up with suggestions for whatever I need help with at that time. She's an amazing practitioner. Her smile is radiant and she is informative, gentle, professional and you can tell she cares. I highly recommend Manuela.”

KS, Homeopath/Realtor

“Manuela gave me my first ever acupuncture treatment, and it couldn't have been better! She was very thorough in trying to understand my particular needs and pains. Throughout the treatment, she explained what she was doing and why, and made sure I wasn't in any pain. I loved my first treatment, and it's all thanks to the exceptional talent of Manuela!"

SB, Web Developer

“After a bad car accident, I was diagnosed with Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS), something I've never heard of before, but soon learned it is when you get a concussion so severe that you have concussion symptoms that last more than the typical few week length of time. I was getting SEVERE migraines everyday, and when I didn't have a migraine, it was a bad headache. I couldn't function normally throughout the day, I couldn't work and I was couch bound for quite some time. I was put on SEVERAL different medications to help me get through the day, each had intense side effects... One gave me tingling and numbness in my hands and face.

Friends and doctors started recommending acupuncture, but I had a fear of needles! The pain was so severe, that I no longer cared about my fear and was willing to try anything.

That's when I met Manuela! She was so sweet, understanding, and talked me through everything. She would go above and beyond to teach me about my body and what it needs to heal. I started to feel better with my weekly treatment of acupuncture and I even started trusting Manuela's holistic advice over my doctor's opinions in prescribing prescriptions on top of prescriptions.

I am moving today and I'm looking at all the meds I get to throw away because I no longer need them in my life. Thanks to Manuela, I’m no longer on everyday meds and I feel good! I only get occasional migraines and my headaches are manageable. I am back to work and back to being sociable. I feel like I got my life back because acupuncture had helped me to heal. I often wonder where I would be right now if I didn't try acupuncture and if I would even be throwing these prescriptions away.”

KO, Social Worker

 “Before seeing Manuela, I had been having many digestive issues which were leading to anxiety around my health. The medicine I had been taking for years wasn’t helping, and I was frustrated. A friend suggested acupuncture, but I was hesitant to try it. I was worried about the needles and honestly wasn’t sure if it would work. After my first visit with Manuela, my worries were eased. The session was painless, and I felt a sense of hope that I would start to feel better soon. I now have been seeing Manuela for over four months and am so happy with our progress. In addition to the acupuncture sessions, her knowledge of using food as medicine has helped me figure out what works best for my body. I have started eating much healthier, have lost excess weight, and feel less anxious. On top of that, my digestion is the best it has ever been. I no longer see Manuela every week, but I always look forward to our sessions. She answers my food and Chinese medicine related questions, offers suggestions, and is the easiest person to talk to. I highly recommend Manuela; acupuncture sessions with her have truly improved my overall health.”

KB, Elementary School Teacher