Acupuncture
Restore Balance. Relieve Pain. Reconnect Mind and Body.
Acupuncture in Santa Rosa, CA
At Heart to Heart Medical Center, Dr. Shiroko Sokitch, MD brings over 30 years of experience in both Western and Eastern medicine to help you find relief, balance, and lasting wellness. As a Board-Certified Medical Acupuncturist, she blends the ancient art of acupuncture with modern integrative care to treat the root cause of your symptoms.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-honored healing technique from Traditional Chinese Medicine that stimulates the body’s natural ability to heal.
By inserting fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body, acupuncture helps restore the flow of energy—known as Qi—along pathways called meridians.
Modern research confirms that acupuncture can influence the nervous system, improve circulation, and release natural pain-relieving endorphins.
Feel calmer and more centered with restorative acupuncture.
Stress & Anxiety Support, Improve Sleep, Whole-Body Balance
The Focus of Medical Acupuncture
At Heart to Heart Medical Center, acupuncture is performed by a medical doctor—giving you the safety and insight of Western medicine combined with the deep healing of the East.
Dr. Shiroko focuses on:
Her approach addresses the whole person, not just the symptoms.
Benefits of Acupuncture
Acupuncture may help with a wide range of physical and emotional conditions, including:
Benefits of Acupuncture
Medical acupuncture is used at Heart to Heart Medical Center to treat conditions such as:
Natural Pain Relief
Ease pain and tension with gentle, targeted acupuncture.
How Dr. Shiroko Approaches Acupuncture
Dr. Shiroko Sokitch is a Board-Certified Medical Doctor and Board-Certified in Medical Acupuncture. Her treatments are customized, gentle, and deeply relaxing.
Each session begins with listening – understanding how your symptoms relate to your lifestyle, emotions, and body systems. Treatments may integrate:
Frequently Asked Questions
Does acupuncture hurt?
Not at all. The needles are hair-thin, and most patients feel only a slight pinch or tingling sensation, followed by deep relaxation.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your condition. Some patients notice improvement after the first visit, while chronic issues may require several sessions for lasting results.
Is acupuncture safe?
Yes—when performed by a trained medical doctor like Dr. Sokitch, acupuncture is safe, sterile, and FDA-approved for pain management.
Can acupuncture be combined with other treatments?
Absolutely. It works beautifully alongside conventional and functional medicine therapies to support whole-body healing.
Santa Rosa, CA Services
Acupuncture
Experience natural pain relief, stress reduction, and whole-body balance with Acupuncture in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Shiroko combines Chinese Medicine and modern integrative care to support healing from the inside out.
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Chinese Medicine
Improve energy, digestion, immunity, and emotional well-being with Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Rosa, CA. Treatments include acupuncture, herbal support, and energy balancing for complete mind-body harmony.
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Comprehensive Health Assessment
At Heart to Heart Medical Center, Dr. Shiroko Sokitch, MD offers a Comprehensive Health & Bioenergetic Assessment designed to reveal the energetic and functional state of your body.
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Craniosacral Therapy
At Heart to Heart Medical Center, Dr. Shiroko Sokitch, MD offers Craniosacral Therapy as part of her integrative approach to whole-body wellness.
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Functional Medicine
Restore balance and uncover the root causes of your symptoms with Functional Medicine in Santa Rosa, CA. Dr. Shiroko integrates advanced testing, nutrition, and personalized care to support long-term healing and vitality.
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Gut & Digestive Health
Heal bloating, reflux, IBS, and gut inflammation with integrative digestive care in Santa Rosa, CA. Functional testing and nutrition support help restore optimal digestion and whole-body wellness.
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Hormone Replacement Therapy
You don’t have to accept fatigue, mood changes, or hormonal symptoms as “normal.” Discover a personalized, integrative approach to Hormone Replacement Therapy with Dr. Shiroko Sokitch.
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Hormone & Thyroid Balance
Address fatigue, weight changes, mood shifts, and hormonal symptoms with hormone and thyroid care in Santa Rosa, CA. Personalized testing and integrative treatment bring your body back into balance.
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Integrative Medicine
Integrative Medicine in Santa Rosa, CA combines Western science with holistic healing to treat the whole person. Personalized plans support chronic conditions, stress, hormones, and long-term wellness.
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Men’s Health
Improve energy, hormones, metabolism, and emotional resilience with men’s integrative health in Santa Rosa, CA. Support for low testosterone, stress, weight changes, and cardiovascular wellness.
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Nutrition & Diet Counseling
Boost energy, digestion, and overall wellness with functional nutrition counseling in Santa Rosa, CA. Personalized guidance reduces inflammation and supports sustainable, healthy eating.
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Peptide Therapy
Dr. Shiroko’s peptide approach is educational, integrative, and personalized, helping patients explore how peptide research may support their wellness goals.
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Stress & Anxiety Relief
Find natural relief from stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout with integrative care in Santa Rosa, CA. Acupuncture, mind-body techniques, and functional medicine help restore calm and balance.
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Weight Management
Achieve healthy, sustainable weight loss with integrative weight management in Santa Rosa, CA. Addresses hormones, metabolism, gut health, and emotional patterns for lasting results.
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Women’s Health & Menopause Support
Navigate PMS, perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal shifts with personalized women’s health care in Santa Rosa, CA. Integrative support enhances mood, sleep, energy, and long-term balance.
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