Now accepting insurance · Free 15-minute consults · San Diego (Kearny Mesa)

What we treat · Digestive Health

Acupuncture for digestive health

Bloating after every meal, a stomach that reacts to stress, or a gut that just feels unpredictable. We offer gentle care to help settle your digestion, and the way it connects to the rest of you.

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Sound familiar?

What we help with

In Chinese medicine, digestion sits at the center of your energy, mood, and sleep. If your stomach knots up before a big meeting, you already know your gut and your nervous system talk to each other. We treat them together.

Bloating and gas
Acid reflux and heartburn
IBS symptoms
Constipation or loose stools
Nausea
A stomach that reacts to stress
Low appetite or strong cravings
Feeling sluggish after meals

Our approach

How we help

Whole-person digestive care that pairs acupuncture with herbal medicine and simple food guidance.

Acupuncture for a settled gut

Points chosen to support digestion and calm the stress response that so often keeps your stomach on edge.

Custom herbal formulas

Herbal medicine is one of the oldest tools for digestive care. Where it fits, we'll make a formula just for you.

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Food & daily rhythm

Practical guidance on how and when you eat, drawn from Chinese medicine diet therapy, without strict rules.

Acupuncture and herbal medicine support the care you get from your doctor. They do not replace it, and we never ask you to stop prescribed treatment. If your symptoms are new, severe, or getting worse, please see your doctor.

Your practitioners

Who you'll see

Licensed acupuncturists who focus their care on digestive health.

Jenna Sanborn, L.Ac.

Cosmetic & herbs

Cosmetic acupuncture, skin health & herbal medicine.

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Katie Noonan Beskin, L.Ac.

Women's health

Fertility, IVF & IUI, pregnancy, menopause.

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Michelle Dunn, L.Ac.

Pain & women's wellness

Gentle acupuncture, cupping & light massage.

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★★★★★

"All the practitioners at Calm come highly recommended."

Marni · Calm patient

Good questions

Digestive Health: your questions

Can acupuncture help with digestive issues?

Many people find acupuncture helpful for bloating, reflux, and stress-related stomach trouble. It works alongside the care you get from your doctor or gastroenterologist, not in place of it.

Do you treat IBS?

We see many people with IBS symptoms. We focus on easing your day-to-day discomfort and the stress-gut connection that often makes symptoms worse.

Will I need to take herbs?

Not necessarily. Herbs are optional, and we'll only recommend them if they fit you. We also check for interactions with any medications you take.

Should I see a doctor first?

If you have new, severe, or worsening symptoms, such as blood in your stool, unexplained weight loss, or severe pain, please see your doctor first. We're happy to work alongside them.

How many sessions will I need?

It varies. Many people notice changes over a short, consistent series. We'll build a plan together at your first visit.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes, though coverage varies from person to person. Share your details and we will check your acupuncture benefits and get back to you within a day or two.

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