Open Space Community Acupuncture
Open Space Community Acupuncture provides individualized acupuncture in a deeply relaxing shared space on a sliding scale: $35–$60 ($30 hardship rate) in the Union Square neighborhood of Somerville, MA. Get relief for 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.”
What is Community Acupuncture?
Community acupuncture is a business model where individuals receive acupuncture in a group space.
Since 2011, Open Space Community Acupuncture has used this model to help people in the Somerville area access affordable individualized acupuncture to boost mental and physical health.
We recognize that the shared healing space does more than make acupuncture affordable; relaxing in a meditative community environment is part of the medicine.
“Incredibly caring staff-person! I felt a deep dive into wellness almost immediately. Definitely felt like a futuristic group incubation hive.“
What Conditions Can Acupuncture Help?
Acupuncture has been shown to reduce inflammation, increase circulation and reduce stress. Specific Conditions we commonly help include:
- Acute injury or strain
- Back, Shoulder and Neck Pain
- Migraines
- Anxiety & Depression
- Sleep issues
- Addiction
- Digestion
- Hormonal Health, PMS, Fertilitly, Menopause
- Respiratory Health
- Support during ongoin western medical treatment, like chemotherapy
- PTSD & more
Learn more about conditions we treat
” 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.”
Why Open Space Community Acupuncture?
We are an award-winning community acupuncture clinic that has served Somerville since 2011. We offer:
- Gentle, individualized treatments
- affordable sliding scale enables you to come with the consistency needed to get best results
- Highly experienced state licensed & nationally certified (NCCAOM) acupuncturists
- an oasis in the heart of bustling Union Square
- easily accessible by foot, bike, car, train or bus
- cozy semidark meditative envoronment designed to help you relax
“Incredible spot with some truly amazing staff. No stress, just relief”
New Patients Welcome!
Meet Our Practitioners
Our acupuncturists’ backgrounds include Disaster relief experience (Katrina, Haiti) Addiction recovery work, Oncology Acupuncture and specialized work with veterans, fertility patients and work with elite athletes. All of our practitioners share a commitment to accessibility and each has distinct strengths. We are also grateful to showcase amazing talents in our community. We host teachers and practitioners offering Qi Gong, Herbal Medicine, Sound Bath’s and other health boosting events.
“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”
Why Community...
- Affordable
- Deeply relaxing group co-regulation
- Consistent care for lasting results
- community building
- reduced isolation
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.
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.
