Non-Surgical, Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment for Irritable Bowel Syndrome in San Rafael.
Since 2010, we’ve successfully treated complicated digestive problems with an effective natural approach that is safe and gentle without medications or complicated diets.

How Acupuncture Relieves Digestive Health Issues
Acupuncture is an effective therapy for treating both the symptoms and root causes of complex gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Bloating, Constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux and colitis.
Acupuncture is effective because it helps relax the nervous system, reduces inflammation in the intestines and regulates gut motility among other actions.
We have experience treating a wide array of digestive complaints including:
- Irritable Bowel syndrome
- Chronic Constipation
- Crohn’s Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Irritable Bowel Disease
- Chronic Diarrhea/ Loose Stool
- Acid Reflux
- SIBO
- Nausea and Vomiting
Your initial consultation is free. Come meet us in person and learn more.
How We Help
We begin with a free consultation to understand your digestive concerns—whether it’s bloating, IBS, or acid reflux—and your overall health goals. If you decide to move forward, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan after your first session, using proven natural therapies to improve gut function and support long-term healing.

Gentle Acupuncture

Herbal Medicine

Stress Reduction

Nutritional Therapy
Our Process Is Simple
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Free Initial Consultation
At your free initial consultation you’ll meet with your clinician to discuss your concerns including current symptoms, medical history, and most importantly your goals. We want to be certain that our program is going to meet your needs and that there is a high probability of success for you – before we move forward to the next step.
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Detailed Assessment & Treatment Plan
At your intake appointment, your clinician will do a detailed assessment of your symptom pattern, medical history, and other factors to determine the root cause of your issue and devise a specific plan of action. Your first acupuncture session will be performed at this time, and you will be given a treatment plan with exact, easy-to- follow instructions.
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Active Treatment & Symptom Resolution
You’ll return for regular visits to continue supporting your body as it responds to treatment. We want to make sure your treatment plan is yielding the expected results. You’ll receive acupuncture and any other appropriate treatment at each visit to ensure that your progress is cumulative and your concerns are resolved as soon as possible.
Begin Your Healing Journey Today
Schedule a personalized acupuncture session designed to restore balance, relieve pain, and support your well-being.
Why Our Treatment Is So Popular
More powerful than you'd expect
Gentle Acupuncture
Feel a difference after your very first visit
Results that stick
The vast majority of patients don’t need long-term maintenance. Once their condition is resolved, it stays that way. Our goal is to get you to the point where you don’t need us!
We treat you, not your diagnosis
No extreme diets or impossible detox programs
We focus on the two or three key dietary shifts that will actually make a difference for you. No rigid meal plans, no crash detoxes — just practical changes that fit your real life. Our program is all about setting you up to succeed. We find the 2 or 3 “key leverage points” in your diet and work on those. No impossible to follow meal plans or detoxes here.
Minimal disruption to your schedule
Most of our patients are able to get great results with one- two sessions weekly. We can discuss this in more detail at your free consultation.
Testimonials
Jeff
Cindyliu
It was my first experience with an acupuncturist, and after my free 20 minute consultation, I knew I made the correct decision. Dr. Martin, is professional, truly listens to you, and is very encouraging when you have setbacks in your treatment.
My digestive issue has improved immensely, and I am a firm believer in acupuncture and Dr. Martin.”
