Kids & Teens · Pleasanton, CA

Care for growing
minds and bodies.

Gentle, age-appropriate acupuncture and needle-free Tui Na for ages 0–18. For the teen carrying too much, and the child who keeps getting sick.

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Gentle needle-free treatment for a child at Flow and Heal Acupuncture
Needle-free options
Tui Na, acupressure & shonishin
for needle-shy kids
The Pressure Is Real

Your teen is carrying a lot right now

Tri-Valley teens are running on packed schedules, late-night studying and constant comparison. The body keeps score — in their sleep, their stomach, their skin, their cycle.

Teenager sitting calmly
Calms
A Nervous System Stuck On
Acupuncture shifts the body out of fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest. Most teens are visibly calmer before they leave the table.
Teenager sleeping soundly
Restores
Real, Deep Sleep
Sleep is usually the first thing to improve — often within two or three sessions. Everything else gets easier from there.
Teenager outdoors, relaxed
No Meds
Drug-Free Support
A first step many families prefer before medication — and safe to combine with therapy or a prescription already in place.
What We Help With

Common reasons families come in

Ages 0 to 18. Every plan is built around your child’s age, temperament, and comfort with needles.

Exam and Academic Stress
Exam & Academic Stress
Test anxiety, burnout, trouble focusing, and the pressure that builds over a school year.
Anxiety and Low Mood
Anxiety & Low Mood
Racing thoughts, irritability, panic, and the flatness that can follow long stress.
Insomnia and Poor Sleep
Insomnia & Poor Sleep
Can’t fall asleep, wakes at 3am, or sleeps but never feels rested.
Headaches and Migraines
Headaches & Migraines
Tension headaches from screens and posture, plus cycle-linked migraines.
Teen Acne and Skin
Teen Acne & Skin
Hormonal breakouts along the jaw and chin, treated from the inside out.
Painful and Irregular Periods
Painful & Irregular Periods
Cramping, heavy or missed periods, and PMS in the first years after menarche.
Digestion and Appetite
Digestion & Appetite
Picky eating, stomachaches, constipation, reflux, and low appetite.
Immunity and Frequent Colds
Immunity & Frequent Colds
Back-to-back illness, lingering coughs, allergies, and low energy.

Not sure if this is the right fit for your child? Book a free consultation — parents only, no appointment for your child needed.

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For Needle-Shy Kids

Most young children never see a needle

小儿推拿 — Pediatric Tui Na is a gentle, rhythmic Chinese medical massage designed for children. For younger kids it is often the entire treatment.

01
Ages 0–6
Tui Na only
Pediatric Tui Na massage

Fully needle-free. Gentle strokes along the hands, arms, back and belly. Sessions run 20–30 minutes.

02
Ages 7–11
Their choice
School-age child at home

Tui Na, acupressure, or a few very fine needles — decided together with your child, never forced.

03
Ages 12–18
Standard acupuncture
Teenager relaxed during treatment

Hair-thin needles, usually 6–10 points. Most teens fall asleep — we call it the acu-nap.

04
Any Age
Home care
Children playing outdoors

You leave with two or three acupressure points you can use at home — before a test, or at bedtime.

Your First Visit

What to expect

45 min
Unhurried First Visit
Health history, school and sleep routine, diet, and a look at tongue and pulse. Parents stay in the room for the whole session — always.
No pressure
Your Child Sets the Pace
Nothing happens without their agreement. If they change their mind about needles halfway through, we switch to Tui Na.
4–6
Sessions to Judge Results
Most families see a clear shift in sleep or mood within 3–4 visits. We give you a realistic plan at visit one, not an open-ended package.
FAQ

Questions parents usually ask

Does it hurt? My child is terrified of needles.+
Acupuncture needles are about the width of a hair — nothing like a shot. That said, we never push. Children under 7 are usually treated entirely with Tui Na massage, and older kids can choose acupressure instead. Many teens who arrive nervous end up asking for needles by the second visit.
How young is too young?+
We treat from infancy. For babies and toddlers it is Tui Na only — gentle, needle-free massage. Colic, reflux, poor sleep and constipation respond especially well at this age.
Can I stay in the room?+
Yes — for anyone under 18, a parent or guardian stays for the entire visit. That is our policy, not an option.
My teen is already seeing a therapist or on medication. Is this a conflict?+
Not at all. Acupuncture works alongside counselling and prescriptions — it is not a replacement for either. Tell us what they are taking and we will build around it. We never advise stopping a medication; that is a conversation for their prescribing doctor.
How often will we need to come?+
Usually once a week to start, for four to six weeks, then we space it out. During exam season some families come weekly for a stretch and then pause.
Does insurance cover it?+
Often yes. We are in network with UnitedHealthcare and Cigna, and accept HSA/FSA. We verify your child’s benefits free before the first visit — see insurance details.
Do you speak Chinese?+
Yes — Xinyan sees families in both English and Mandarin (中英文服务). Many parents find it easier to describe what is going on at home in their first language.
Begin Here

Let’s take something
off their plate.

Book a free 15-minute consultation — parents only. Tell us what is going on and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.

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📍 1811 Santa Rita Rd, Suite 108 · Pleasanton, CA 94566 · 925-425-8010