Open Space Community Acupuncture
Open Space Community Acupuncture provides individualized acupuncture in a deeply relaxing shared space in Union Square Somerville, MA. Address pain, sleep, hormonal health, anxiety, stress and more while you experience deep rest.
“V-e-r-y relaxing. Just what I needed. Quiet, warm, semi-dark. I immediately relaxed into the zone.”
Come in & Relax...
Sit back in one of our comfy recliners or on a massage table as you address stress and acute or chronic conditions in our deeply relaxing space.
Since 2011 we’ve been providing award-winning, affordable acupuncture to our Somerville community.
“Incredibly caring staff-person! I felt a deep dive into wellness almost immediately. Definitely felt like a futuristic group incubation hive.“ -google review
Why Open Space Community Acupuncture?
Award-winning, affordable individualized treatment in Somerville since 2011.
- $30-$60 sliding scale (no questions asked; you decide what works for you)
- Highly experienced acupuncturists
- easy access by by foot, bike, car, train or bus
- Community, meditative environment makes each treatment all the more effective
” I had severe lower back pain and nothing else could kick it… It’s incredible, after each session I could feel myself getting healthier and stronger.”
New Patients Welcome!
“I appreciated the safe and welcoming feel of Open Space. My acupuncturist was attentive to me while also giving me space to rest and enjoy the atmosphere. I highly recommend”
Our Practitioners
Our acupuncturists’ backgrounds include Trauma informed care, Disaster relief experience (Katrina, Haiti) Addiction recovery work, Oncology Acupuncture and specialized work with veterans, fertility patients and elite athletes.
“Incredible spot with some truly amazing staff. No stress, just relief”
Why Community...
How often do we gather in a space that’s peaceful, meditative and co-regulating? Now add delicate, skillfully placed acupuncture needles. Your particular concerns get supported with all the power acupuncture brings, in a perfectly restful community environment.
News & Upcoming Events
Stay updated on the clinic and see event information. We host occasional affordable sound baths, herb walks, ear seed trainings, seasonal workshops & more.
Did you know...
Mutulu Shakur, stepfather to Tupac Shakur, along with members of the Black Panther Party and the Young Lords, pioneered America’s first acupuncture detoxification program by blending community health efforts with radical political action. Their goal was to find a holistic method to help Black and Hispanic communities overcome heroin addiction.
More Info . . .
If you have more questions about acupuncture check out this free ee-book, written by our friend Andy Wegman at Manchester Acupuncture Studio called “Why Did You Put That Needle There?” (opens PDF)
Disponible en espanol:
Why Community...
- Affordable
- Deeply relaxing group co-regulation
- Consistent care for lasting results
- community building
- reduced isolation
learn more about community acupuncture & its history
- Affordable
- Deeply relaxing group co-regulation
- Consistent care for lasting results
- community building
- reduced isolation
Did you know...
Mutulu Shakur, stepfather to Tupac Shakur, along with members of the Black Panther Party and the Young Lords, pioneered America’s first acupuncture detoxification program by blending community health efforts with radical political action. Their goal was to find a holistic method to help Black and Hispanic communities overcome heroin addiction.
More Info . . .
If you have more questions about acupuncture check out this free ee-book, written by our friend Andy Wegman at Manchester Acupuncture Studio called “Why Did You Put That Needle There?” (opens PDF)
Disponible en espanol:
“Best of all, it’s affordable — so you actually can do it regularly. Try it out — you won’t regret it!”
How can acupuncture benefit you
Seasonal allergies
Sinus pressure and congestion
Acute and chronic cough
Asthma support
Stress-related chest tightness
Frequent colds
Headaches associated with sinus issues
Cravings, stress & lung support as a part of a “Quit Smoking” plan.
PAIN CONDITIONS WE COMMONLY HELP:
Migraines
Back pain
Sciatica
Neck and shoulder tension
Acute injuries
Repetitive use injuries like carpal tunnel
Hormonal Balance
PMS, Menopausal Symptoms, Fertility including IVF support, pregnancy and post birth.
Digestion
Therapeutic for chronic and acute digestive issues and support related to chemotherapy or surgery.
Mental /Emotional
Acupuncture is helpful for all kinds of stress, depression, anxiety, addictions, focus and PTSD.
And More
We commonly help folks with high blood pressure, compromised immunity, chemotherapy support, vertigo, UTI’s, liver issues, MS, and Long Covid.
Find out what acupuncture can do for you!
What are you waiting for... book an appointment today
Our skilled acupuncturists have delivered over 30,000 acupuncture treatments since we opened, May 1st 2011.
Join The People's Organization of community acupuncture
(POCA) is a member-run non-profit organization whose mission is to work cooperatively to increase accessibility to and availability of affordable group acupuncture treatments. We envision a world in which every community has access to local, affordable acupuncture to reduce collective and individual suffering and to nurture resilience.
We acknowledge the debt we owe, as community acupuncturists, to the Young Lords and the Black Panthers, two groups challenging racism and oppression in the 1970’s who fought to bring affordable group acupuncture into their communities to address the scourge of addiction.
