mission

Anyone pursuing health and wellness should have the care that fits their needs and life. We believe that truly trauma-informed care is accessible to everyone.

what we do

Bring integrated healthcare and health education into our community through partnerships with local organizations.

support care for everyone

We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. Whether your tech company just made billions , or you're just a regular non-billionaire person and you'd like to sponsor some of our work in the community by making a tax-exempt donation, we'd love that! You can donate here:

about tara  

I am a California and National Board Licensed Acupuncturist, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a focus on integrative treatment for chronic pain, addiction, trauma and reproductive health. 

My goal as a dually licensed provider is to offer truly holistic care. Through study and clinical practice in both disciplines, I continue to deepen my understanding of what we can do to heal - as individuals and as a community.

I have worked in partnership with public health and non-profit service organizations to provide thousands of free treatments to people who would not normally be able to access acupuncture. I have participated in clinical research investigating acupuncture's role in community health and social service settings with a focus on increasing access to holistic care.

about david

I have been a Licensed Acupuncturist since 2008. I am a founder of Circle Community Acupuncture where I treated tens of thousands of patients for over a decade. I love to work with people who are experiencing acute and chronic pain as well as helping you to cope with the every day stress of living in the city. I specialize in Tung style acupuncture, and I am also skilled in Tui Na massage and cupping for the treatment of pain, injury, and stress management.

I have called San Francisco home since 1994. I love to paint, spend time with my son and partner, and read anxiety inducing post-apocalyptic novels.

why slow?

Health and wellness practices that take time can be the most rewarding and sustainable.

Every person has their own timeline and process of healing. 

SLOW means it's ok to be where you are. Change can be folded into your life in a way that is realistic and respects your process.