Thrive Acupuncture and Wellness

Thrive Acupuncture and Wellness Thrive is a holistic acupuncture clinic in Santa Rosa serving the greater Sonoma County. Welcome to Thrive Acupuncture and Wellness!

We hope to inspire you to become proactive about your health and help you find the best course of action for your specific needs. You’re likely here right now because you’re ready to experience greater physical and mental well-being. Maybe you’re tired, stressed out, in pain, or frustrated that you don’t have the vitality to enable you to live the life you dream of. You know you could use more energy, joy, and balance in your daily life. If you’re like many of our patients, you’re seeking an alternative or compliment to conventional medicine. You want to get to the root cause of your health problems, not just put a temporary bandage on them. Your goal is total life wellness and transformation. Get your health and well-being back using the gentle, safe, and highly effective natural healthcare system of Chinese Medicine. Christina Ness LAc, Dipl OM, MSTCM is passionate about helping people live an emotionally and physically balanced life filled with joy and vitality. Christina has helped hundreds of patients with a variety of health issues ranging from chronic pain and sports injuries, allergies and sinusitis, to depression, anxiety, PMS, and insomnia. Christina believes that everyone possesses an inherent natural state of health and well-being; however sometimes this vitality needs help shining through. Christina is committed to helping people find their inner physical and mental well-being and educating people about how they can live the fullest, most vibrant life so they can continue to thrive for as long as they live.

You’ve probably been there: heavy periods that take over your life, or maybe it’s the spotting that won’t quit, leaving ...
11/18/2025

You’ve probably been there: heavy periods that take over your life, or maybe it’s the spotting that won’t quit, leaving you constantly worried about the next leak. You’re stuck in this vicious cycle of unpredictability—never knowing if you’ll need to stay home or be prepared for anything because your cycle just isn’t playing fair.

What’s worse, it feels like your body is out of control, and no matter what you do. Whether it’s cutting back on caffeine or trying to eat more leafy greens, it feels like your period is running the show. It doesn’t have to be like this.

☯️ Acupuncture can help by regulating your hormones, improving blood flow, and restoring balance to your reproductive system.

🌿 And herbal remedies excel at treating internal imbalances like heavy periods. There's symptom focussed pills to take to slow bleeding and custom formulas to get the the root of changing the pattern.

It’s not about masking the symptoms with pills or creams—it’s about helping your body regain balance naturally. With regular acupuncture treatments and herbal remedies, we can help you get back to feeling in control, with a more predictable, manageable cycle.

No more constantly worrying about when your next period will hit. No more feeling like you’re always a step behind. It’s time to get your body back on track and take charge of your cycle.

Ready to stop the cycle of unpredictability?

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com--LINK IN BIO, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Let's work together to get your cycle back to normal.

Thumb pain seems small, but the impact it has on your life is huge. We get it. The frustration of typing, texting, or ...
11/14/2025

Thumb pain seems small, but the impact it has on your life is huge. We get it. The frustration of typing, texting, or even trying to grip a bottle can feel like you’ve lost control over something that should be simple. It’s like the world feels just a little more difficult when that pain is always there.

One of our patients, Jill, came to us so frustrated. She couldn’t even hold her grandchild without wincing in pain. After a the first treatment she said her thumb felt different and after 6 acupuncture sessions, she started noticing she could hold her grandchild without discomfort. After a few more treatments she noticed she was getting the strength back in her hand. She also used our favorite herbal topical analgesic to get her relief between treatments--Evil Bone Water. It has menthol to sooth the pain and herbs to promote healing in joints and soft tissues. It didn't all resolve after 1 treatment, but it was real. Acupuncture helped her restore the movement in her thumb.

This isn’t about a quick fix, it’s about giving your body the time to heal itself, so you can get back to enjoying life without that pain.

Ready to get your thumb back to normal?

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com.

Bloating. Nausea. Discomfort after meals. If you’re dealing with digestive issues, you know how much it affects your ...
11/14/2025

Bloating. Nausea. Discomfort after meals. If you’re dealing with digestive issues, you know how much it affects your life. You shouldn’t have to skip your favorite foods or feel miserable after eating.

☯️ Acupuncture works by restoring balance to your digestive system, helping your body process food more efficiently and easing that uncomfortable feeling. Over time, we’re not just addressing your symptoms, we’re helping your body remember how to digest and process food the way it should.

🌿 We also have simple herbal pills to take with meals to reduce symptoms and custom formulas to get to the root of what's causing your digestive discomfort.

It’s time to stop letting digestive issues control your life.
Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Start feeling comfortable with every meal.

We love Evil Bone Water for treating anything that hurts and needs to heal!
11/13/2025

We love Evil Bone Water for treating anything that hurts and needs to heal!

11/13/2025

We're stocking up on our favorite herbal anti-inflamatory and analgesic liniment--Evil Bone Water. It has menthol to sooth pain as well as herbs that reduce brusing & swelling, as well as promote healing in bones, joints, tendons, soft tissues, and skin.

FYI There is no spooky Evil in the bottle. In Chinese Medicine the word evil means something that disrupts the body and makes you sick or hurt. The name means that it clears out the evils that cause pain--like inflammation, stagnation, or swelling.

Some favorite uses of Evil Bone Water:
❣️ Anythign Painful and Needs To Heal!
❣️ Sports Injuries
❣️ Joint Pain
❣️ Spinal Pain
❣️ Muscle & Ligament Pain
❣️ Nerve Pain
❣️ Bruising
❣️ Sprains
❣️ Broken Bones
❣️ Insect Bites
❣️ Burns
❣️ Cuts
❣️ Itchy Skin

It's truly so helpful for so many things we call it the Windex of Chinese Medicine!

Thrive Acupuncture & Wellness
📍 2880 Cleveland Ave, Ste 5, Santa Rosa, CA
📩 thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com
☎️ (707) 527-0868
📆 thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com

Healing Isn’t About Perfection. It’s About the Work You Do Every DayI used to think healing meant having everything fig...
11/12/2025

Healing Isn’t About Perfection. It’s About the Work You Do Every Day

I used to think healing meant having everything figured out. That I’d reach this magical point where everything would just click, and I’d feel perfect. Oh I'd love to put the perfect way to live my life in a box, tie a bow around it, and set it on the shelf. But life keeps happening and it's not a straight line.

And here’s the thing about healing, it’s never going to be perfect. Some days you’ll feel amazing, other days you’ll feel like you’re taking two steps back. But every small step forward counts.

Healing is work. And it’s ongoing. It’s not just about one treatment—it’s about showing up for yourself every single day, no matter how imperfect that looks.
Acupuncture and herbs are 2 great tools, but the real healing comes from consistency, from taking care of your body, mind, and spirit every single day.

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Healing happens in the process, and we're here to walk with you through it.

If you’ve ever had restless legs, you know it’s more than just an inconvenience, it’s a nightmare. The need to move, th...
11/11/2025

If you’ve ever had restless legs, you know it’s more than just an inconvenience, it’s a nightmare. The need to move, the constant irritation, and the exhaustion the next day. It feels like your body’s betraying you.

What we hear from our patients:
⚡️ The irresistible urge to move your legs, especially at night.
⚡️ The tingling and restlessness that keeps you from falling asleep.

We've had patients like Julie, who struggled with this for months AND after acupuncture, she felt her legs finally relax. After a few more visits she began sleeping better, felt less tired, and was able to enjoy the evenings without that restless urge.

You don’t have to struggle with this.

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com.

Myth vs. TruthLet’s clear something up. There are so many myths about acupuncture that make me want to pull my hair out...
11/10/2025

Myth vs. Truth

Let’s clear something up. There are so many myths about acupuncture that make me want to pull my hair out.

So let’s go there:

Myth: "Acupuncture only works for pain."
Truth: It can help with so much more. Hormonal imbalance, digestive issues, sleep problems, allergies and immune system imbalances - you name it, acupuncture can treat it.

Myth: "It’s only for people who believe in ‘woo-woo’ stuff."
Truth: If you have a body that needs healing, acupuncture is for you. Period.
Story Time: I was treating a patient for neck pain after a car accident. At the 4th visit she said "I have a confession. On the way to my first visit I told my sister I'm going to try something woo woo--acupuncture. And then my sister said--That's not woo woo it's been around for thousands of year!"
The patient went on to apologize for doubting acupuncture because it was the only thing that helped her neck!

So, what else have you heard about acupuncture that you’re still skeptical about? Let’s talk. We're here to answer all your questions with no judgment.

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out so we can answer your questions: 707-527-0868 or thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com.

There’s nothing more frustrating than never knowing when your period is going to show up, or worse, when it’s going to l...
11/09/2025

There’s nothing more frustrating than never knowing when your period is going to show up, or worse, when it’s going to leave. If your cycle is irregular, it feels like you’re in a constant guessing game. You want control over your body, but it’s like your hormones are doing their own thing.

☯️ Acupuncture is amazing for regulating your cycle by helping balance your hormones and stimulate proper blood flow to your reproductive organs. With regular treatments, you’ll start to notice more predictability, less stress, and a body that actually behaves the way it’s supposed to.

🌿 And when it comes to hormones gentle changes can make a big difference, so we also offer truly effective herbal remedies that help your body naturally regulate hormones—as well as increasing circulation, decreasing inflammation, regulating the digestive system, and calming the central nervous system.

No more wondering if your period is going to show up on time. Let’s get that cycle in sync. Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Let's get you back in rhythm.

Fall is for Nourishing the Body (No, It’s Not Just Pumpkin Spice)I know it’s fall, and that means all the pumpkin spice ...
11/08/2025

Fall is for Nourishing the Body (No, It’s Not Just Pumpkin Spice)

I know it’s fall, and that means all the pumpkin spice everything AND Strauss Egg Nog! But beyond the cozy vibes and lattes, fall is the season to nourish, in a much deeper way.

In Chinese medicine, autumn is the season of the lungs and large intestines—the time when we need to nourish and restore our body’s immune system, digestive health, and ability to let go. If you’ve been feeling run down, drained, or even a bit heavy lately, this is the season to reset your body’s rhythm.

The truth is, nourishing yourself isn’t just about eating hearty soups (though I’m all for that!). It’s about making time for rest, focusing on quality sleep, and choosing activities that replenish your energy, not drain it.

If you’re feeling out of sync, this is the perfect time to reset before the winter months. Don’t let your body stay out of balance. Now’s the time to start taking action.

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Give your body the nourishment it’s craving before winter hits.

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. ” — Lao TzuFall is about release. In Chinese medicine, autumn is ...
10/28/2025

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. ” — Lao Tzu

Fall is about release.
In Chinese medicine, autumn is the time for letting go. Not just of physical things, but of emotions and thoughts that no longer serve you. Just as the trees shed their leaves, we, too, need to shed what’s weighing us down.

It’s easy to hold on to stress, old patterns, and that mental clutter that keeps you from truly healing. You may think that letting go means losing something important, but the truth is, you can’t move forward until you let go.

In our practice, we often see patients holding onto emotional blocks that have become a barrier to their health: grief, trauma, frustration. But healing starts when we allow ourselves to release and make space for new things.

Don’t let what’s holding you back define your next season. Start letting go today and make room for something new and healing to come into your life.

Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com.

It’s time to let go, before you miss out on the change your body’s waiting for.

If you’re dealing with ulcerative colitis, you know exactly how much it impacts your daily life. The constant discomfor...
10/27/2025

If you’re dealing with ulcerative colitis, you know exactly how much it impacts your daily life. The constant discomfort, the uncertainty of when your symptoms will flare up again, it feels like your body is constantly betraying you. You just want your digestive system to function normally, without all the bloating, pain, and embarrassment that comes with it.

☯️ Acupuncture works by restoring balance to your digestive system, helping your body calm the inflammation that’s causing the chaos.

🌿 We also have simple herbal pills to take with meals to reduce symptoms and custom formulas to get to the root of what's causing your ulcerative colitis.

✨ It’s not about masking symptoms—it’s about healing. Over a series of treatments, acupuncture and herbal remedies can help normalize your gut function, reduce discomfort, and bring lasting relief.

You don’t have to keep living in fear of the next flare-up. You can get back to enjoying food and life without constantly worrying about what’s going on in your gut.

Ready to take control of your digestive health?
Schedule your appointment online at https://thrive-acupuncture.janeapp.com, or reach out with your questions: 707-527-0868 / thrive@thrive-acupuncture.com. Let’s get your gut back on track this fall.

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2880 Cleveland Avenue, Suite 5
Santa Rosa, CA
95403

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Monday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 1am

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+17075270868

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