Acupuncture FAQ — Sonoma Valley

Healing Way Acupuncture specializes in women's health conditions including fertility, endometriosis, PCOS, PMS, menstrual irregularities, perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal imbalance. Learn more about women's health services.

Acupuncture is a safe, minimally invasive treatment when performed by a licensed acupuncturist. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. is a California state licensed acupuncturist with over 30 years of clinical experience.

Most patients experience little to no discomfort during acupuncture. The needles used are very fine — much thinner than hypodermic needles. Many patients find treatment deeply relaxing.

Treatment timelines vary depending on each patient's individual pattern and health history. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. will discuss your specific situation and recommend a personalized treatment plan during your consultation.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can support reproductive health, regulate cycles, and address underlying conditions such as PCOS and hormonal imbalance that can affect conception. Many patients at Healing Way Acupuncture have conceived naturally after treatment. Learn more about fertility acupuncture.

Yes. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. prescribes custom Chinese herbal formulas tailored to each patient's individual pattern. Herbs are used alongside acupuncture to support and deepen the healing process. Learn more about Chinese herbal medicine.

Acupuncture uses fine needles at specific points to stimulate the body's healing response. Chinese herbal medicine uses carefully formulated combinations of natural herbs, prescribed based on each patient's individual pattern. Both are core components of traditional Chinese medicine, and Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. often uses them together for a comprehensive approach. Learn more about Chinese herbal medicine.

Healing Way Acupuncture is located at 181 Andrieux St, Suite 100, Sonoma, CA 95476. We serve patients from Sonoma, Sonoma Valley, Napa, and surrounding areas.

To schedule an appointment, call (707) 490-5972 or send a message through the contact page. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. is happy to answer questions before your first visit.

Your first visit begins with a thorough intake conversation. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. will ask about your health history, current concerns, lifestyle, and goals. He will assess your pulse and tongue — two key diagnostic tools in Chinese medicine — and develop a personalized treatment plan. The actual acupuncture treatment typically lasts 30–45 minutes. Many patients feel deeply relaxed during and after their first session.

Acupuncture addresses menstrual health by regulating the underlying hormonal and energetic imbalances that drive symptoms. It is commonly used to reduce period pain and cramping, regulate cycle length and flow, ease PMS symptoms such as bloating and mood swings, and support conditions like endometriosis and PCOS. Chinese herbal medicine is often prescribed alongside acupuncture for a more comprehensive effect.

Acupuncture is widely used to ease the transition through perimenopause and menopause. Common symptoms addressed include hot flashes, night sweats, sleep disturbances, mood changes, and fatigue. Chinese medicine views this stage as a natural shift in a woman's physiology and offers gentle, individualized support to help the body navigate it more comfortably. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. has worked with many women through this transition over his 30+ years of practice.

Please contact the office or call (707) 490-5972 to ask about insurance and payment options. Robert Greenstein, L.Ac. is happy to discuss what may be covered under your specific plan.