Individualized care to support your fertility journey

Specialists in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine

Embrace the power of acupuncture on your path to parenthood

City Pulse Acupuncture is conveniently located in Oakland

Acupuncture for Fertility, Pregnancy, Women’s Health and Wellness in Oakland, CA

City Pulse Acupuncture

Your Pathway to Fertility and Wellness

Discover City Pulse Acupuncture, your dedicated partner in embracing wellness and nurturing fertility. Located in Oakland, our integrative acupuncture clinic specializes in women’s health, with a strong focus on fostering fertility, supporting pregnancy, and nurturing postnatal care.

At City Pulse Acupuncture, we understand that each fertility journey is unique. Our compassionate team is here to offer tailored care, personalized to your needs and aspirations. With a foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine, our approach blends ancient wisdom with modern insights, ensuring a holistic and empowering experience.

Experience the difference of comprehensive services, spanning from preconception support to postnatal recovery. Join our supportive community as we guide you towards your fertility and wellness goals. Your journey starts here! Discover City Pulse Acupuncture and take the step towards embracing a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Oakland Magazine Reader’s Choice Award

Top 5 Best Acupuncture Clinic and Best Alternative Medicine Practice in Oakland and the East Bay. 

Expertise.com Best Acupuncturists in Oakland

Meet Dr. Rachel and Explore our New Location

Our office is conveniently located in Oakland

City Pulse Acupuncture has been serving Oakland for 14 years. We recently opened our brand new clinic on Grand Avenue, beautifully designed with feng shui principles. 

In this video, you can see our new clinic and meet Dr. Rachel Hemphill as she shares her journey as a second-generation Oakland resident and business owner, describes her specialized focus on fertility, women’s health, and prenatal care, and shares the unique story behind her passion for Chinese medicine.

Services Provided by City Pulse Acupuncture

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City Pulse Acupuncture

Are you ready to embark on your journey toward improved health and enhanced fertility? Don't wait any longer – schedule an appointment or consultation with City Pulse Acupuncture today.

Our compassionate team specializes in women's health and fertility, offering personalized care infused with the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Let us guide you on a path of holistic healing and empowerment, tailored to your unique needs and goals. Your brighter and healthier future starts now.

Dr. Rachel Hemphill

DACM, L.Ac., Dipl.O.M., FABORM

Rachel Hemphill is a licensed acupuncturist and Diplomate of [o] Medicine in California. Captivated by her great aunt’s acupuncture practice in China during her childhood, Rachel’s journey led her to earn a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from San Francisco’s American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM). She’s also a board-certified fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (ABORM).

As the Clinical Director of Integrative Fertility, Rachel’s expertise shines. She collaborates with renowned fertility centers like Pacific Fertility Center, UCSF Fertility Center, and more, offering on-site acupuncture before and after fertility treatments. She trained under fertility expert Dr. Lifang Liang and midwife Raven Lang, and honed skills in acupuncture facial rejuvenation.

As a second-generation Oaklander, Rachel is deeply connected to the city and its people. Ready to embark on your fertility and wellness journey? With Rachel’s extensive expertise, you’re in capable hands.

"After five+ years of IVF, surgeries, miscarriage, almost surrogacy, and a couple of NICU stints, I finally brought our perfect, lucky surprise non-IVF squish home for good.  Five years of dreaming about her could not prepare me for how great she is, or how much I love her. 

Thank goodness for her village, which carried us when things seemed enduringly bleak, and loaded us to the hilt with gear and clothes and wisdom once she was on the way.  We owe the world to the UCSF OB/GYN and Children's Hospital teams, and top-tier human being Dr. Rachel Helphill for getting us here safe and sound."

"A true healer, Rachel practices her scholarly knowledge of Chinese medicine with compassion and wisdom. She is an expert diagnostician, carefully observing and listening to every detail. Her treatments are gentle, yet very effective. I always leave feeling amazing, and the good effects of her treatments last for days. Highly recommended."

- J.P.

"We started going to acupuncture because we were having fertility problems. Under Rachel's care we fell pregnant. I continued to see her throughout the pregnancy. Our son is happy and healthy and I know she was a big part of that. She is naturally gifted and very skilled therapist and just knows the right thing to say or do to make you feel better. I always look forward to my weekly treatments and chats with her. She is awesome!"

- P.T

"This has been my first time taking acupuncture, and I just can say thanks for the benefit and thanks to Rachel who has helped me to get better. I had a really bad lower pain and was up to the point I barely could walk. A friend of mine recommend to take acupuncture treatment, and nowadays I feel 90% better of how I was, and I still keep taking this great treatment. Thanks!"

- B.A

"Rachel, we are overjoyed to share the birth of our daughter with you! We are deeply grateful for your pre and post-IVF acupuncture and overall loving and positive energy. You held a beautiful space for me at such a vulnerable time.  The doctor coldly stating that there was only a 50% chance that she would be part of my family one day affected my mindset. But you lifted me up, and I am so grateful.  You were an important part of our journey when bringing our first and last child into the world.  Thank you for sharing your gift of acupuncture with us."

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We’re thrilled to announce that City Pulse Acupuncture has been recognized by Oakland Magazine as one of the top wellness services in Oakland and the East Bay for 2025! ✨
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This honor wouldn’t be possible without our amazing community — thank you for your trust and support. 💚
Here’s to continuing the journey of health and healing together! 🌿
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