Rancho Bernardo, CA
Tara Acupuncture & Wellness
Safe, effective, accessible, patient-centered care.
Why patients choose Tara Acupuncture & Wellness
Tara Acupuncture & Wellness brings unhurried, one-on-one care to Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, where Tara Shah, DACM, L.Ac., practices gentle Japanese Meridian Therapy. Every visit is never double-booked, covering migraines, chronic pain, fertility, sleep, allergies and menstrual concerns, with acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion and herbal medicine. In network with several major plans, HSA and FSA accepted, online booking.
Specializes in
Dr. Shah focuses on gentle Japanese Meridian Therapy, blending acupuncture, electroacupuncture, moxibustion, Chinese herbal medicine, and bodywork, backed by more than 3,500 hours of clinical training.
Their approach
Every visit is one-on-one and never double-booked, so the whole appointment belongs to one patient. Care begins by getting to know the person and their concern, then building a tailored plan with subtle, precise techniques.
Easy to see
Rancho Bernardo clinic with online booking. In network with several major plans, with HSA and FSA cards accepted and superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement. New patients welcome.
Reviews
What patients say
What patients love
Reviewers describe the practitioner as warm, unhurried, and genuinely attentive, in a calm and spotless office. The theme that comes up again and again is how much time the practitioner takes: appointments are never rushed or double-booked, so newcomers feel at ease while the practitioner works through a careful intake, listens closely, and explains each step as the practitioner goes.
What they treat
Conditions Tara Acupuncture & Wellness treats
How they treat
Services provided
Acupuncture
Fine, single-use needles at specific points.
Cupping
Warmed cups with gentle suction.
Gua Sha
A smooth-edged tool stroked along the skin.
Moxibustion
Gentle warmth from smouldering mugwort.
Herbal medicine
Personalized herbal formulas.
Nutrition therapy
Food and diet guidance.
Microneedling
Very fine needles across the skin's surface.
Nanoneedling
An ultra-fine, needle-free surface treatment.
LED Light Therapy
Colored LED light applied to the skin.
About Dr. Tara Shah
Dr. Tara Shah, DACM, L.Ac., founded Tara Acupuncture & Wellness in Rancho Bernardo. Before finding a calling in holistic care, Dr. Shah earned a degree in chemistry from Columbia University and spent five years in the pharmaceutical industry. In 2017 Dr. Shah moved to San Diego to study at Pacific College of Health and Science, completing more than 3,500 hours of training and earning both a master's in Traditional Oriental Medicine and a doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
How they work
The standard of care is simple: your appointment time is yours alone. Dr. Shah never sees multiple patients at once, and keeps pricing to a flat rate for initial and return visits, with no hidden per-modality fees. Dr. Shah starts by taking the time to understand you and your concern, then builds a care plan around it. The focus is Japanese Meridian Therapy, a gentle and precise style that uses subtle techniques to help restore balance and settle the nervous system. Alongside acupuncture and electroacupuncture, Dr. Shah may incorporate moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, herbal medicine, and other supportive techniques when appropriate, and also offers cosmetic microneedling, nanoneedling, and LED light therapy.
The space
The clinic sits in Rancho Bernardo and is kept clean, calm, and comfortable, so it complements the care you receive. Dr. Shah's approach is warm and approachable, always happy to answer any questions. New patients are welcome.
Locations and Hours
Rancho Bernardo
16516 Bernardo Center Dr #320
San Diego, CA 92128
Contact
Hours
- Monday
- 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday
- 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday
- 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Ready to book with Tara Acupuncture & Wellness?
New patients are welcome. You’ll book directly with the practice.