Albany, California

Your body already knows how to heal — let's help it remember.

Traditional Chinese acupuncture, personalized to your body's unique rhythms. Don Chen brings decades of expertise to help you find lasting relief and renewed vitality — right here in the East Bay.

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About Don Chen

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Don Chen is a licensed acupuncturist based in Albany, California, with over two decades of experience in traditional Chinese medicine. His approach blends time-honored diagnostic techniques with a deeply personal understanding of each patient's condition.

Whether you're managing chronic pain, recovering from injury, or seeking a more balanced approach to wellness, Don creates a treatment plan that honors your body's capacity for self-repair — without rushing the process.

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Treatment tailored to your body

Each session begins with a thorough assessment. From there, Don designs a plan that addresses the root cause — not just the symptoms.

01

Acupuncture for Pain

Targeted needle placement to relieve chronic back pain, migraines, joint inflammation, and sports injuries — reducing reliance on pharmaceutical interventions.

02

Stress & Anxiety Relief

Gentle, restorative sessions that calm the nervous system, improve sleep quality, and restore emotional balance using meridian-based techniques.

03

Women's Health

Support through menstrual irregularities, fertility preparation, pregnancy comfort, and hormonal balance with acupuncture protocols designed for women.

04

Digestive Wellness

Address bloating, IBS, food sensitivities, and gut imbalances by supporting your body's natural digestive rhythm through point stimulation.

05

Immune Support

Strengthen your body's defenses with regular sessions that boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote overall resilience against illness.

06

Holistic Consultations

Comprehensive initial evaluations that consider diet, lifestyle, sleep, and emotional health to build a complete picture of your wellness landscape.

Your Journey

From first visit to lasting relief

Every treatment path is unique, but the process is simple — thoughtful, deliberate, and always guided by your body's signals.

1

Consultation

We begin with a detailed conversation about your health history, current concerns, and what wellness looks like for you.

2

Assessment

Don performs a thorough Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis — pulse, tongue, and energy evaluation — to identify root imbalances.

3

Treatment Plan

A personalized protocol is designed with specific points, techniques, and session frequency tailored to your condition.

4

Ongoing Care

Progress is tracked at every visit. Adjustments are made as your body responds, ensuring each session builds on the last.

Patient Stories

Words from those who've found relief

“

After years of dealing with lower back pain that no amount of stretching could fix, Don's acupuncture changed everything. I actually look forward to my sessions now.

Michelle K.
Albany, CA
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I came in skeptical but desperate. Don took the time to understand not just my pain, but my lifestyle. The improvement in my sleep and energy has been remarkable.

Robert J.
Berkeley, CA
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Don's calm, knowledgeable presence makes you feel safe from the moment you walk in. His approach to women's health issues was exactly what I needed — thorough and gentle.

Sarah L.
El Cerrito, CA
Get Started

Ready to feel like yourself again?

Take the first step toward lasting relief. Reach out to schedule your consultation — every journey begins with a single conversation.

Personalized treatment from the first visit
Welcoming environment in the heart of Albany
Flexible scheduling to fit your life
Insurance and payment options discussed upfront

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Contact

Find us in Albany

Address

1402 Solano Ave
Albany, CA 94706

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed

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