
Acupuncture for People Who Don’t Believe in Acupuncture
You also don’t have to believe in gravity for gravity to work.
Same with digestion, hormones, your stress response, or your phone battery mysteriously dying
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Acupuncture, an evidence-based ancient Chinese healing practice, stimulates specific points on the body to promote natural healing, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation. Proven effective for both acute and chronic pain—including back pain, migraines, and arthritis—it also supports stress relief, better sleep, immune health, digestion, hormone balance, and energy levels. This holistic, drug-free approach enhances overall well-being.
Functional medicine is a science-based, patient-centered approach that targets the root causes of disease rather than just symptoms. By considering genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, it combines conventional medicine with evidence-based therapies like nutrition and stress management. Ideal for chronic conditions such as autoimmune disorders and digestive issues, this holistic approach promotes long-term wellness.
Health and performance coaching optimizes well-being, energy, and productivity through personalized strategies in nutrition, fitness, stress management, and mindset. Coaches help identify obstacles, create action plans, and provide accountability for lasting success, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential and lead a balanced, high-performing life.
Together, we got this!
Are you seeking optimal health so that you may be your best self in everything you do? Are you yearning for a transformative partnership with a health provider who actually listens? Do you want to not only live symptom-free, but to address the underlying cause of illness and feel your absolute best?
Don’t settle for less!
Together we will work to:
Discover the root cause of your concerns,
Uncover hidden blockages to healing and
Create an action plan moving forward!
All recommendations and treatments are personalized to you, your lifestyle and specific goals. We will get to the bottom of your concerns using the most appropriate tools. This ranges from sophisticated lab analysis to ancient techniques. All without sending you down a rabbit hole of endless testing or giving you piles of never-ending supplements!
With over 15 years of experience in acupuncture and integrative medicine, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals achieve better health and well-being. My journey began with thousands of clinical hours at Berkeley AIMC Community Clinic, West Berkeley Family Practice, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, where I treated a wide variety of health conditions. From smoking cessation and fertility to cancer care, I’ve had the privilege of supporting patients through some of life’s most challenging moments.
I’ve been fortunate to study under some of the most renowned acupuncturists in the world, learning from masters of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and American traditions. Their teachings have profoundly shaped my understanding of medicine and instilled in me a deep respect for the wisdom and nuance each tradition brings to the art of healing.
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Acupuncture at NorCal Integrative Medicine combines ancient healing techniques with modern expertise to treat injuries, reduce pain, and improve performance.
Experience the healing benefits of Community Acupuncture at NorCal Integrative Medicine, where affordable, group-based treatments help reduce stress, improve wellness, and promote relaxation.
Transform your health with Functional & Integrative Medicine. By addressing the root causes of illness and combining conventional and natural treatments, we create personalized care plans that optimize your long-term health and well-being.
Unlock your full potential with Health & Performance Coaching. Our expert coaches provide personalized guidance to help you achieve your wellness goals, improve performance, and maintain a balanced, healthy lifestyle.
EXCELLENT Based on 17 reviews Posted on Kari Joly' EstillTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Amy is amazing! I met with her when I couldn't figure out where my energy had gone. I was having trouble focusing at work and struggling to manage play, parenting, and work in my life. She had me get some labs done and we talked about the results. She helped me make a plan, and I'm a work in progress, but I've experienced getting my energy back, brain clarity, and I'm happier with my children. And I play more! Dr. Amy is so knowledgeable, and I can tell that she cares about me as a person; I'm not just a number in a health care system.Posted on Dan TereeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy is a multi-talented therapist whose effectiveness centers on her ability to draw from multiple modalities, including acupuncture, Chinese medicine, massage, and detailed blood work. By the way, she gets very attractive pricing for LabCorp services and the data has really helped me "get in touch" with my genetics and be more mindful of those foods and supplements that are best for me. On top of all this, Amy is also a compassionate listener and supports me emotionally. All of these skills are backed by her commitment to constant learning. Thanks for supporting me, teaching me, and improving my life Amy!Posted on Claire McCabeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've seen Dr. Shouse three times now in the last several months. I am so happy that I was referred to her. She's incredibly smart and intuitive. Her office is inviting and comfortable, nothing like most medical offices. So far she has helped me lower my blood sugars significantly, helped me get appropriate lab work for my specific health questions/issues. I no longer have severe hamstring and calf cramps, which I have endured for years and no other physician was able to help me until I started seeing Dr. Shouse. I've already seen increased physicals stamina and endurance in my body from making changes in my diet as well as other life changes. Thank you Dr. Shouse🙌Posted on Katherine BrackTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been coming to Amy for acupuncture for years now and when she helped heal my chronic lower back pain, it honestly felt like a miracle. I had tried every other modality - PT, ultrasound, and fitness training. Most recently, I booked a massage and her vast knowledge of human physiology helped her target all the areas of tension that I’d been carrying from chronic stress. If you are in pain, are feeling overwhelm or burn out, please see this amazing healer.Posted on Jules LinnieTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Amy Shouse is an excellent health coach, massage therapist and acupuncturist. I feel she is very knowledgeable and most helpful. I highly recommend her.Posted on Deanna Brolly, Fitness SpecialistTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Amy has not only helped me physically with acupuncture treatments, she is also a good listener and health coach with multiple disciplinaries advising me on proper supplements to aid with hormonal imbalances. We also went over nutrition & anti inflammatory foods that could be impacting my gut & joint health. She helped me review my lab work & really takes the whole person into consideration. She tailors each session according to how im feeling that day! My in office experience was so welcoming! From the onboarding experience to the health coaching & in office treatments. She really listens, is super knowledgable & i feel like i have a health care practitioner who has my back !Posted on Jenn IndraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy is truly THE BEST. She is an expert in her field - so knowledgeable and gifted, PLUS, she so is amazing at making a personal connection. You feel seen, heard, and you know that she wants to do all that she can to help you. She is a true gem. So grateful that our paths crossed.Posted on Sydne PominTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Amy is the best of the best. Not only have I had some amazing acupuncture sessions with her, she was a game changer helping me understand and create solutions with my metabolic health. While I searched everywhere (and spent so much money) to find support to help with some chronic conditions I have, Dr. Amy was the first doctor to put everything together in a holistic approach that made me feel safe, seen and solutions oriented. She would come to each session with new research or have different ways to explain things to me to help me really learn about my body. If you're ready to move the needle with your health, Dr. Amy is your person.Posted on Meigan CarsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t recommend Amy Shouse highly enough!! She is a truly skilled acupuncturist and practitioner along with also being an extraordinarily kind and compassionate human. I’ve gone to her for both acupuncture and some ongoing health issues for the last 5+ years, and there is literally no one else I’d rather entrust my health and well being to!!Posted on Simone PortoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amy is amazing! Her acupuncture has been keeping my hormones in balance and she has helped me with a number of health issues I’ve had the past couple of years. She is very knowledgeable and has helped me resolve issues my own doctors couldn’t help me with. If you are looking for an acupuncturist, look no further, Amy is the one!
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You also don’t have to believe in gravity for gravity to work.
Same with digestion, hormones, your stress response, or your phone battery mysteriously dying
at 12%.

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