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Restore. Revitalize. Reboot — the natural way.

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    Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

    We combine acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, gua sha, and other Traditional Chinese medicine practices during in-person sessions.

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    Telehealth & Functional Medicine

    We offer telehealth sessions for clients that can not travel to our office and prefer to be seen in the comfort of their home.

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    Labs & Specialized Testing

    We provide specialized laboratory testing, often a key component to determining the root cause of many health conditions.

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    Supplements & Cleanses

    We create customized supplement and cleanse programs after reviewing your health history and wellness goals.

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Award-Winning San Francico Bay Area Doctor of Oriental Medicine

National and state-licensed Doctor of Oriental Medicine with over 30 years of clinical experience. Specializing in painless Japanese acupuncture, herbal medicine, sports injuries, and natural supplements and western medical testing

Dr.Barbara integrates the time-honored wisdom of Eastern healing traditions with a deep understanding of Western science, biochemistry and nutrition, to offer a truly holistic path to long-term optimum health.

Author of The World of Edible Medicine, a visually rich magizine style book that celebrates the profound healing potential of food as medicine

What Our Clients are Saying About East West

  • "I am a grateful and loyal patient of Dr. Custer for over 12 years. Throughout the years she helped me to keep my severe case of IBS under control. Barbara helps me to keep my weekly stress under control. I have passed through menopause easily with her wise guidance of natural herbal formulas, She is a master in her field of healing and acupuncture. I recommend her in the highest regard."

    J.

  • "Barbara is the best! She's at the top of her field; incredibly experienced and knowledgable- a master healer. Besides acupuncture, she provides programs to detox, control weight, boost immunity, etc. Seeing her for a session is both relaxing and healing and I'd go nowhere else for acupuncture."

    Harriet M.

  • "Dr. Barbara Custer is an absolute Goddess-send! I've been seeing her now about 4 years for digestive issues, adrenal fatigue and the overall effects 'life' has on the body. Her treatments are so nourishing and she immediately tunes in to what is happening physically, emotionally and energetically with you. Her approach is pragmatic, never recommending more than what you really need and always making suggestions on what you can do to empower your own healing. And her scope of knowledge is encyclopedic ranging from allergies to hormones to nutrition to pain management, etc, etc! I simply can't recommend her enough. She is definitely part of my Dream Team! "

    Jennifer B.

  • "I have been working with Dr. Barbara Custer for two years. She is an amazing healer and my health has improved immensely. I had digestive problems that are now completely healed. She is very knowledgeable and intuitive, with a grasp of oriental and integrative western medical techniques. Highly recommended!"

    Linda J.

  • "The best in Marin! A great doctor. She is professional, calm, caring, listens and a great healer! The minute you walk in to her office she and her assistant makes you feel like you’re at home! It's an exceptional experience while getting the care you need and deserve!

    Dawn R.

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Mindfulness for Beginners

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Essential Cleanse Program

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Why Detoxify?

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Navigating Perimenopause

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