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Affordable Acupuncture & Holistic Healthcare in Brooklyn
Founded in 2008, Brooklyn Acupuncture Project (BAP) was established with a mission to make reliable, holistic healthcare accessible to all. Our community-focused model combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern practices, offering sliding-scale pricing to ensure financial barriers do not prevent access to care. With over 15 years of collective experience, our team of licensed practitioners specializes in acupuncture, herbal medicine, energy healing, and complementary therapies. We prioritize a patient-centered approach, treating individuals across all life stages while fostering a sustainable healthcare paradigm.Our clinic operates as a collaborative space where practitioners share expertise to address diverse health needs, from chronic pain and mental health to women's wellness and pediatric care. BAP remains committed to inclusivity, serving all communities regardless of background, and advocates for equitable healthcare access. Our practitioners hold advanced degrees and certifications, ensuring high standards of care. Through transparent pricing, community engagement, and a focus on holistic healing, we aim to empower individuals to achieve long-term wellness while challenging conventional healthcare norms.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Energy Healing
Body Work
Reiki
Cupping
Gua Sha
Assisted Stretching
Tarot Readings
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Sliding-scale pricing ensures accessible care for all income levels
- Practitioners hold advanced degrees and state/national certifications
- Community-based model fosters collective healing experiences
- Offers diverse modalities including acupuncture, herbal medicine, and energy healing
- Comprehensive care for chronic conditions, pain management, and wellness
What people say
Affordable sliding scale
Experienced practitioners
Welcoming atmosphere
Effective pain relief
Inclusive environment
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate energy flow and address conditions like chronic pain, stress, and digestive issues. Practitioners combine traditional techniques with modern diagnostics to create personalized treatment plans. Sessions promote natural healing, reduce inflammation, and improve overall wellness through targeted meridian stimulation.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations use whole-plant extracts to complement acupuncture treatments. Our practitioners create personalized blends for conditions like hormonal imbalances and anxiety. This evidence-based approach combines traditional Chinese herbology with modern pharmacological understanding to enhance treatment efficacy and support long-term health.
Energy Healing
Reiki sessions channel universal energy through practitioner hands to balance physical and emotional well-being. This non-invasive therapy reduces stress, promotes relaxation, and supports recovery from chronic conditions. Practitioners use crystals and grounding techniques to enhance energy flow during individual sessions.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping uses controlled suction to increase blood flow and relieve muscle tension. This therapy addresses sports injuries, chronic pain, and respiratory conditions by improving circulation and reducing inflammation. Practitioners combine cupping with acupuncture for enhanced musculoskeletal treatment outcomes.
Assisted Stretching
Personalized stretching sessions improve mobility and prevent injuries through guided muscle engagement. Therapists use dynamic and static techniques to address tightness, enhance athletic performance, and relieve postural strain. Sessions incorporate verbal cues to help clients develop self-care stretching routines.
People
Serra Chase
Founder
Serra Chase, LAc, founded BAP in 2007 after studying Chinese medicine in China and with global practitioners. She specializes in pulse diagnosis and holistic treatments for complex conditions, guiding the clinic's community-focused mission while maintaining active clinical practice.
Stephanie Destina
Licensed Acupuncturist
Dr. Stephanie Destina, DACM, specializes in fertility enhancement and women's health. With advanced degrees from Pacific College, she integrates Western and Eastern medicine approaches. Her practice combines acupuncture with lifestyle counseling to address reproductive health and chronic eye disorders.
Danette Plagge
Licensed Acupuncturist
Danette Plagge, M.Ed., focuses on pain management and pediatric care. Her background in education and case management informs her patient-centered approach. She employs Kiiko Matsumoto-style acupuncture and cupping techniques to treat musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain.
Carmen Rodriguez
Reiki Healer
Carmen Rodriguez offers Reiki sessions combining energy healing with tarot and astrology. Certified in Brooklyn, she creates inclusive wellness experiences that integrate spiritual practices with traditional energy work techniques for holistic self-discovery.
dee Toussaint
Stretch Therapist
dee Toussaint specializes in assisted stretching for injury prevention and mobility enhancement. Their artistic background informs personalized sessions addressing sports performance and chronic conditions like sciatica. They incorporate somatic practices to improve flexibility and body awareness.
Questions
What services does Brooklyn Acupuncture Project offer?
We provide acupuncture, herbal medicine consultations, Reiki energy healing, cupping therapy, Gua Sha, assisted stretching, and tarot readings in a community-focused setting.
How does the sliding-scale pricing work?
Patients choose payment tiers based on income without disclosure requirements. Prices adjust annually to balance accessibility with operational sustainability while maintaining quality care standards.
Can I book appointments online?
Yes, our online booking system allows 24/7 appointment scheduling. Credit card required for reservation, with cash/check payments accepted at check-in for confirmed appointments.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Initial appointments include 15-20 minutes of consultation followed by 40-60 minutes of treatment. Complete digital forms 24 hours prior and arrive 5 minutes early for check-in procedures.
Are practitioners licensed and qualified?
All acupuncturists hold master's degrees from accredited institutions and maintain state/national certifications. Herbalists complete specialized training programs and ongoing professional development.
What makes community acupuncture different?
Treatments occur in shared spaces allowing group healing experiences. This model reduces costs while maintaining individualized care, with multiple patients treated simultaneously by experienced practitioners.
Reviews (4)
Ifeoma Ebo
Nov 29, 2021
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Stephanie seemed rushed to get to the next customer. I felt like I was in a conveyor belt. If I asked questions the responses were very quick as if there wasn't enough time. I rarely got my full 20 minutes. Most times I did not have a conversation beforehand for her to know my needs for the session. I always leave not knowing what her focus was for the session. The website says she uses cupping but when I asked she said she does not. The service feels more rushed than anything else.
Lisa Liew
Apr 22, 2021
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Love these guys! The acupuncture is really on point. See what I did there? They have great acupuncturists and online booking which is really helpful. Located in a really nice area of Brooklyn right by the trains where you can hang it before or after. Super cute! With the sliding scale, I can go in as often as I need to to get my problems balanced out, which is not always the case with acupuncture. Highly recommend!
Brittany Barton
Jan 30, 2021
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The Greatest! Best acupuncture experience of my life, and I've been to A LOT. Very soothing atmosphere, I wish I could live there. The acupuncturists are beyond excellent. I cannot recommend enough. I've been going here for 3 years. You must go as soon as you can.
S. L.
Apr 10, 2019
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I've been going to this acupuncture center periodically for many years. Lately, because of a presenting need, I'm going more often, and I can attest that Donna Hernandez is an exceptional acupuncture practitioner. She's warm, friendly, attentive and knowledgeable, and has my highest recommendation. She's provided acupuncture treatments, massage body work, nutritional guidance, and information on herbs and crystals, all of which I've found to be very helpful.
