What Patients Are Saying ...

"My best friend’s 16-year-old birthday party. A camping trip in the Sierras. A girls’ night out on the town. I can’t recount all the events I’ve missed in my life due to difficult periods. Since the age of 16, debilitating cramps and unusually heavy bleeding put me out of commission for a few days every month. The many doctors I saw over the years could provide no solution other than prescription-strength ibuprofen tablets and birth control pills, which didn’t work and had intolerable side effects. One doctor even told me that the best way to treat my illness was to just get pregnant! In 2009, I began regular acupuncture treatments with Prajna. My treatments consisted of herbs, acupuncture, and changes in diet, such as reducing or eliminating caffeine and refined sugar as much as possible. Prajna advised me that it might take a few months to see results. But after the first month of treatment, I was en route to an Alaskan cruise with my elderly parents when my monthly gift from Mother Nature arrived. To my surprise and delight, I was fully functional as I’d never been before during my period, and not a day of enjoyment on the cruise was missed. The positive results continue to this day. I no longer have to plan my life around my period. It is not an understatement to say that acupuncture and Prajna have changed my life. Prajna wholeheartedly and sympathetically listens to my health issues. She has helped me eliminate other subsequent problems such as anxiety, neck and back pain, and early symptoms of arthritis. I’ve never felt so whole and healthy and ready to enjoy life, on any and all days of the month." - Sahara, Berkeley, CA

"Over the course of just three acupuncture treatments, I was able to recover much of my ability to fall asleep and rest deeply through the night. Before I came to Prajna, I was having persistent insomnia. Because I was unable to fall asleep, I was taking ambien, and those sleeping pills were making me feel sluggish and depleted. I was in a downward spiral and not hopeful about recovering my natural ability to sleep at night. I turned to Prajna for help. At my first appointment, Prajna’s warm and relaxed manner quickly put me at ease. Her deep, patient listening was a refreshing change from the superficial interaction and rushed pace of most medical encounters today! From her explanations, I knew I was in good hands, and was able to rest deeply while the treatment did its work. After that first session, I already felt profoundly relaxed and open. That night, I had my first good night’s sleep without sleeping pills in two weeks! What a relief! Between monthly “tune-up” acupuncture sessions and Chinese herbs which Prajna prepared for me, I have been in the best sleeping cycle I’ve known for many years." - Amos, Oakland, CA

"Prajna - what can I say?! Once again you and your needles and calm voice of reason have rescued me from PMS hell. Soothing my irritated body and calming my anxious mind - I felt like a different person when I walked out of your treatment room. I thank you, and my partner thanks you - your acupuncture has saved my marriage!!" - Patricia, Oakland, CA

“Prajna really helped me through a difficult period in my life when I was suffering from a kidney ailment. The prescription drugs I had been taking had really ravaged my body. I began treatments with Prajna and her healing skills really restored balance to my body and spirit. Her treatment successfully and directly helped me to avoid a major invasive surgery and it let me live a life free of strong drugs (steroids and hormones) that carried heavy side effects along with their remedies. I had never tried acupuncture before but Prajna was really kind and put me at ease from the first visit. I'm grateful for the relief and the treatment she gave me. You are one of the most important people to come into my life in the last year. You gave me a path to health and I'm forever grateful.” - Greg, Los Angeles, CA

"Prajna possesses the rare qualities of a superb health practitioner: she's gifted beyond measure and able to address multiple systems synergistically; she's intuitive, investigative, and willing to go the extra mile to solve complex problems; and she creates a feeling of comfort and ease. I appreciate her ability to meld scientific wisdom with a peaceful, relaxing setting, while never dispensing medical advice in a heavy-handed or shaming manner. As someone who has received care from many acupuncturists, I have to say that Prajna is my absolute favorite." - Willy, Oakland, CA

“It's a miracle – no you're superwoman! For two days [since starting treatment] I've taken no pain medication (Hydrocodone) and have gone without my knee brace. Also - I've been feeling better, more alert, and walking better. I should add that [my wife] also thinks your treatments are better than Viagra or Cialis! In any event – thank you. Whatever you have been doing works!” - Ed, San Diego, CA

"When I ran into a friend I hadn't seen in some time, I noticed her taking a long look at my face. Later that day, I received an email: "You look so beautiful. I hope you don't mind my asking, but have you had work done?" No, I didn't mind her asking - I am happy to tell as many possible as possible about the amazing results of Prajna's facial rejuvenation acupuncture. My face feels vibrant and alive; I sense its connection to the rest of my body. I hadn't realized before receiving this treatment that I had somehow assumed that my face and my body were separated. Of course they are not and now that I sense the connection, I can feel my vital energy - supported by Prajna's skillful hands - nourishing my face. I have heard that seeing an acupuncturist once a month or so, regardless of any feelings of illness, is great preventative medicine. Since Prajna always takes a facial rejuvenation session as an opportunity to check in with my general health - and to treat for any symptoms - I know that I am getting the benefit of deep general care. I leave her office feeling rejuvenated in body and spirit!" - Carla, Berkeley, CA

“I have had two back surgeries – both failed to fix the pain in the back and down the right leg. I haven't been able to walk far or stand in line for any length of time – it made it difficult to take trips or vacations. After three acupuncture treatments I was walking much better, after 2 more treatments I was walking with no pain. I went on several tours without a problem and walking down the halls on the ship gives me no problem. No more surgeries!” - Janice, Michigan

“I felt so held and healed by your treatments. Thank you. AND you have won my award for the most pain-free, gentle needling technique ever! (And I am very sensitive to pain.) If you have been avoiding acupuncture because you are afraid of needles or pain, go see Prajna!” - V.T., Oakland, CA

“I was specifically looking for relief from stomach discomfort, arthritis pain in both knees and persistent acute localized back pain on my spine. Through one acupuncture treatment Prajna was able to alleviate the back pain which had not responded to chiropractic and massage therapy treatments over a two month period. [Through the course of treatment] my stomach discomfort had ceased and my arthritic knees improved in terms of range of motion and acuteness of discomfort.” - Cathy, Philadelphia, PA

“I was so surprised by those miraculous needles. They were so powerful. The size of my hemorrhoids was greatly reduced after the first treatment. The effectiveness and how fast it worked were really amazing. I love Prajna's friendliness and the relaxation I experienced as well.” - patient in Mission Hills, CA

“I went to see Prajna recently when I was going through a really anxious time. She is very helpful, knowledgeable and compassionate. After each treatment, I was so much calmer and at the same time stronger to deal with the challenges I was going through. I've also been to see her for neck and shoulder pain and she gave me herbs and some exercises to do in addition to the acupuncture which worked really well. I can't say enough good things about Prajna. I just need to remember to get acupuncture from her more often!” - Nisaa, Alameda, CA

“Prajna creates a calm, grounded environment for her practice--and the result is some good, strong medicine! I'm so grateful for the relief I've received from chronic shoulder and back aches from her treatments (I highly recommend the cupping in addition to needle treatment for muscle tension). I particularly appreciate that Prajna always listens to what's going on for me in a warm and non-judgmental way.” - L.W., San Francisco, CA

“Prajna's touch is great - I hate getting acupuncture, but she is gentle and painless - and very patient with my nervousness! I've had great results from her treatments, for anxiety, sciatic pain and headaches. And I love her beautiful treatment room with the great view!” - K.C., Oakland, CA

“I was skeptical and suspicious of alternative medicine at first. I have chronic complaints- eczema, insomnia and high blood pressure - and was treated by Prajna for these conditions. I sleep better, my eczema is under control and my BP is also getting better!” - G.V., Los Angeles, CA

“The treatment I received on the Zaandam saved my vacation – without it I would have had to spend days in bed with ice and heat treatments, as well as drugs. The treatment was perfect, and gave me immediate relief. Prajna is well educated, kindhearted, and sensitive to my needs. She asks all the right questions and had my trust on the spot. Thank you again for saving my vacation, and curing my back pain.” - Laura, Chicago, IL

“I had mid-back, neck, and shoulder pain. The pain is actually gone much of the time. Also I have a swallowing disorder and [after treatment] have been able to eat without problem.” - Alice, Vancouver, BC

“The acupuncture really helped with all sorts of elements of my health. Back pain, smoking, insomnia, etc. I am sleeping like a baby, don't even want my coffee in the morning or wine with dinner at night. Prajna is fantastic. She is caring, professional, and upbeat. It's a pleasure to be under her care.” - Anna, Montserrat

“I found it quite painless. My sleeping habits much improved. The spots causing the severe itch are less noticeable, and the itchiness is not as long lasting. I thank Prajna for getting me started and her advice so kindly given.” - Mary, Victoria, BC

“I was experiencing numbness and tingling in two fingers of my right hand and also areas of my right foot. After three treatments there was improvement in my fingers. Then my ankle felt better after my fourth session. After the fifth session, my foot is much better, especially the pressure on top of my foot. Charming woman – relaxed just listening to her.” - Joan, Baltimore, MD

"I was the fortunate recipient of your acupuncture treatment aboard a cruise ship bound for Hawaii in February of 2008. You taught me much about responding to my body's cues, and I appreciate you every day!" - Martha, West Bend, WI

"I go to Perfect Wisdom Acupuncture & Herbs to have monthly tune ups, to support my body's immune system and general health. Each time has been an amazing experience. Prajna is patient, thorough, intuitive, skilled. She listens to me and to my body. When I leave, places in my body that were blocked feel open and more alive; my qi is flowing and balanced. I leave with a profound sense of well being. And gratitutde. Thank you Perfect Wisdom!" - H.K., Oakland, CA

“The day before our trip was to start, I experienced a strain that progressively became severe causing my left side to seize up during our land portion of the cruise. Remarkably I became pain free after my first session. My wife was ecstatic that I could function without obvious pain.” - John, Kentucky

"You've been a great acupuncturist to me, and the pain associated with my period has decreased dramatically. I'm deeply grateful and appreciative of the work you have done and do in the world." - Arisa, Oakland, CA