Coastal Hills Acupuncture
with Demetra Markis, L.Ac., M.S.
Feel better now with acupuncture, herbs, and holistic healthcare
Feel better
Whatever you are dealing with in terms of your health, there is always something that traditional, holistic practices can to do help.
While modern medicine has amazing capabilities, there are many instances in which taking a gentler and more holistic approach is appropriate.
Acupuncture and herbs are best used to:
Support our bodies' innate healing processes
Prevent a temporary health setback from becoming permanent
Provide recovery after illness or surgery
Generally promote relaxation, ease, and strength.
What can acupuncture and herbs help with?
Acupuncture is a simple, powerful tool to help you feel more like yourself again. Classical Chinese herbs are formulated to restore health in a deep way.
Services
I provide individual and group acupuncture, custom herbal formulas, and consultations by phone or in person.
request an appointment
Appointments are available on Wednesdays and Fridays. New and have questions? Free 15-minute phone consultations are also available.
About your provider
About acupuncture
Acupuncture uses tiny needles to gently stimulate a series of points, most of which are located on the hands and arms, feet and legs, and head and ears, though occasionally we treat points on the torso or back as well.While in modern medicine, the practice of diagnosis is geared toward precision, in traditional medicine we look for broad patterns of behavior within your body, and use acupuncture and herbs to correct imbalances in those patterns. In doing so, we can treat a variety of symptoms and conditions.While scientific research continues to evaluate the exact mechanisms of acupuncture's actions, the effects of treatment have been observed over thousands of years of continual practice, and include treatment of the following:
Pain of all kinds, including joint, muscle, nerve, diffuse and specific, chronic and acute.
Energy and lack of it, including fatigue, poor or inadequate sleep, weakness, side effects from medical treatments, general lack of energy.
Digestion, such as recent changes in digestion, discomfort after eating, and chronic conditions of all kinds.
Respiration, breathing difficulties, frequent colds, allergies, sinus congestion.
Stress, anxiety, depression, overthinking, addiction recovery support.
Reproductive support, including hormonal imbalances, fertility support, and prostate health.
Chronic and long-term medical conditions, providing support and integrative treatment alongside medical care to ensure the highest possible quality of life.
Services
Services
My services include consultations (by phone, video, or in person), and custom herbal formulations. Fees are listed below and are always due at the time of service: thank you!
Coming soon! Weekly community acupuncture clinic
| Service | Location | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Acupuncture coming soon | Private residence near Gualala Ranch | Acupuncture provided in a shared setting | $25-50 per person |
| Consultations | By phone, video, or at my location on Gualala Ranch | One-on-one visit where we can discuss your health concerns, assess your goals around health, determine healthcare resources available to you, and make a plan of action. | $50 per half hour |
| Herbal formulations | Available with any appointment or consultation. | Custom formulas made to your specific needs, any condition, acute or chronic. | Typically ~$25-30/week. |
Payment
Fees vary based on services provided, see specific service for details. Fees are due at the time of service.
I take all forms of payment including:
HSA
Flex cards
Credit or debit cards
Checks or cash
Insurance
I can provide receipts if you wish to seek reimbursement from your insurer, but as a small-scale provider, I don't have the resources to process insurance. However, I am proud to be working in Cotatialso provide care in Cotati at Cotati Community Acupuncture, on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, and at this clinic we can accept several kinds of insurance; please contact CCA directly to have your insurance checked: Cotati Community Acupuncture
REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT
Appointments are available on Wednesdays and Fridays
Because of the nature of my practice, please make your schedule request at least two days in advance.Have more questions and want to chat before scheduling? I'm happy to offer a free 15-minute phone call to go over your questions.For scheduling, please click to here to send me an email. Please include your name, phone number, and preferred appointment time and date.
Details about available services and fees can be found on the Services page.
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About your provider, Demetra Markis, L.Ac.
Welcome to my acupuncture and herbal practice. I love healthcare and health education, and I love working with people to help them find greater enjoyment in everyday life through health and wellbeing.My experience over the past twenty years of healthcare service has included traditional herbal practice, community and private acupuncture clinics, healthcare education and consultation, and providing volunteer services as an emergency medical technician to my rural community.Currently I am excited to be focused on my practice in the coastal hills, working at Cotati Community Acupuncture as the Community Room Director, and writing a manual for community healthcare providers. Oh, and hanging out with some great sheep!
Professional highlights:Education and licensureLicensed Acupuncturist, 2009-present, California Acupuncture BoardAmerican College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, Master’s of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MSTCM)Southwest School of Botanical Studies, 2006, Programs in Herbal Therapeutics, Constitutional Energetics, and Materia MedicaOhlone Center of Herbal Studies (now Berkeley Herbal Center), 2003, Apprenticeship in Herbal FoundationsClinic and LeadershipCommunity Room Director, Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Cotati Community Acupuncture, Cotati, CA; 2022-presentFounder and Lead Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Yerba Buena Community Acupuncture, San Francisco, CA; 2010-2018Executive Director, People's Organization for Community Acupuncture, 2012Board Member and Volunteer Instructor, Barefoot Health Promotor School, Juarez, Mexico / Crossroads Community Acupuncture, Las Cruces, New Mexico, 2015-2017
THANK YOU
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