Come Home to Your True Energy

An embodied, heart-centered path for healing, alignment, and conscious creation

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Rediscover the natural intelligence within your body.

Restore flow, presence, and vitality through a curated blend of acupuncture, dry needling, neuromuscular re-education, energy awareness, breathwork, and neuroscience-based embodiment practices designed to bring you back to coherence and the limitless possibility within you.


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You are here because something inside you knows it is time to live differently.

You may have achieved success, yet feel disconnected, tired, or uncertain about what’s next.

You might sense that your body is asking for deeper balance, your heart for truth, your spirit for space to breathe.

You are ready to move through life with clarity, grace, and presence.

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The Energetic Embodiment Program was created for this moment, when you are ready to align your body, mind, and energy with who you are becoming.

This is not just healing, it is evolution and transformation.

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What Is Energetic Embodiment 

The Energetic Embodiment Program is an integrative path for those ready to live and create from a deeper, more heart-centered and aligned state of being.

It blends modern neuroscience, acupuncture, dry needling, neuromuscular re-education, and Chinese Medicine with breathwork, energy awareness, mindfulness, lifestyle design, and practical self-mastery. 

Each session guides you to regulate your nervous system, release stored tension, and awaken your natural flow of vitality, healing, and creativity. Through acupuncture and dry needling, breathwork, visualization, and simple energy alignment practices, you will begin to experience a profound shift in how you live, create, and relate. 

Feel grounded yet expanded, peaceful yet powerful, resourced, and fully present in your body, clear in your purpose, and connected to the intelligence that moves through you and all of life.


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Your Journey of Enhancement

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    Ten Transformational 90-minute sessions in-person in San Francisco and Kona

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    Weekly Educational Newsletters, Curated Resources, and simple, daily home practices

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    Wellness products to keep you engaged in the embodiment process between sessions

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    Virtual support if you are unable to make it to the in-person session

For Those Moving Through Life With Intention

The Energetic Embodiment Program is designed for high-performing, self-aware individuals who are ready to live and create from a deeper level of alignment in grounded presence. 

The program is ideal for:

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Professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs recovering from burnout, seeking renewed inspiration and sustainable vitality for calm and clarity of mind under pressure, and ease despite the intensity of work and life

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Athletes or creatives wanting to optimize performance through nervous system balance and energy coherence for faster recovery and improved mobility to stay strong, centered, and inspired

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Visionaries, parents, or healers ready to manifest a new chapter in life from total inner alignment, whether it’s a project, a career shift, a relationship, or a more vibrant state of health

If you feel the pull toward something greater, this work will help you embody it.

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By the end of the five month journey (10 transformational sessions), you will have:

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  • Reclaimed energy, focus, and deeper sleep with a calm, regulated nervous system

  • Released old patterns that limit how you show up in life, work, or relationships

  • Strengthened your body’s vitality and natural healing response for faster recovery, improved mobility and performance

  • Awakened creativity, clarity, and purpose

  • Learned simple daily practices to stay aligned and balanced in high-stress times

  • Experienced the deep peace that comes from coherence, feeling fully resourced and in flow, where your heart, mind, and body work together in harmony

You will emerge as the upgraded version of yourself, living with presence, gratitude, and flow.

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    Complimentary Intake Call (Both SF & Hawaii)

    This call is a chance for you to share your health goals, the vision you have for your life, and the challenges you’d love to overcome.

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    Location Based Services

    Two destinations. One holistic philosophy. Receive elevated care grounded in science, energy awareness, and deep restoration — offered in San Francisco and on the Big Island of Hawaii.

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Stories of Healing and Renewal

  • "Michelle is, simply put, the most transformative health professional I have ever encountered. Almost a decade ago, I arrived at her office in a state of total physical and emotional breakdown, drowning in severe burnout, fatigue, and hormonal imbalances. From the moment I met her, I felt instantly at ease. Michelle's presence is deeply calming, and she didn't just listen—she absorbed my story, then thoughtfully laid out a comprehensive, actionable path forward. Thanks to her expert guidance, my health didn't just improve; it dramatically stabilized within a few short months. Over the past ten years, as my life has presented new challenges, Michelle has remained an invaluable pillar of support. Her mastery of multiple healing modalities reflects her commitment to a truly holistic approach, delivering real, sustainable results for everything from major life transitions to stubborn injuries. She has taught me the fundamental skill of self-mastery: how to truly listen to my body and heart, prioritize my well-being, and connect with my most authentic self. Today, I am the best, most resilient version of myself. If you are ready to step into a more authentic, easeful, and magical life, I cannot recommend Michelle highly enough as your essential guide." - Jessica S, San Francisco

  • “I came to Michelle having never done acupuncture before. I had had three miscarriages and no amount of bloodwork or fertility doctors could tell me why. Michelle completely changed my life. Not only did I become pregnant within a month of working with her, but she also gave me an entirely new perspective and set of tools to approach life’s challenges. I have now worked with Michelle for over three years and she has supported me through everything from my pregnancy, postpartum, job transitions, and a host of auto immune triggers and deep tension. Her approach goes well beyond acupuncture. She is a nutritionist, healer, coach, spiritual resource, and, as I often joke, therapist. I am deeply grateful to Michelle and recommend her for anyone who is looking for a deep transformation to unlock new potential in themselves and to approach life from a place of abundance.” -Jessica D, San Francisco

  • “Michelle is exceptional in every aspect of her practice and life. I am a nurse practitioner and client. I first went to Michelle to address plantar fasciitis. I had never tried acupuncture before and was frustrated with the recommendation of Advil and a boot to bed from my regular doctor. Wow, did I hit the jackpot with Michelle! After 1 treatment my pain resolved. I started to go to her for other aches and pains my nursing years had accumulated on my body. One by one she resolved them. Then I started the real work with Michelle. She helped me with my hot flashes by doing acupuncture and prescribing herbs. She guided my spirit when I suffered great personal loss. She has also seen my 2 teens with great success. I trust her beyond words. She cares deeply for her clients and her community. I have referred many of my patients, friends and colleagues to Michelle. She is bright, clinically sharp and truly gifted.” -Maggie B, San Francisco

  • “Michelle is not just an acupuncturist: she is truly a comprehensive body/mind/spirit healer. She has been helping me resolve chronic back pain, supported major emotional breakthroughs, and introduced me to mind-body practices that have changed my life. I’m deeply grateful for her care and guidance, and highly recommend her to anyone seeking personal, physical, and spiritual growth.” -Sofie T, San Francisco

  • “I've been working with Michelle for nearly five years. Her energy work helped me find balance spiritually, mentally, and physically. She helped me achieve long sustained levels of energy during the day, and sound, uninterrupted sleep in the evenings. The work has helped me through two successful conceptions and pregnancies and a life-changing career shift. She opened my eyes to what I never thought was possible.” -Crystal Y, San Francisco

  • “I started seeing Michelle Kuroda at one of my lowest points. I had recently begun taking medication for depression and anxiety, and I couldn't remember the last time I felt like myself. It was terrifying. After just one session with Michelle, I felt empowered that I could find my way back home to myself. My main goal was to get off medication and develop better self-regulation skills. Michelle took a comprehensive approach, recommending I track my mood, diet, stress level, and sleep between visits, along with targeted vitamin supplementation. She introduced me to breathing techniques and meditation practices, and recommended resources that deepened my understanding and practice. What stands out most about Michelle is how she made everything so fun and interesting. Her knowledge is incredible, and every appointment felt curated specifically to my needs. She remembered details from each session, which made me feel incredibly supported. Michelle made each step feel intuitive and manageable, keeping everything low-pressure. I felt safe throughout my entire journey with her as I worked toward finding my higher self. She sparked a curiosity in me about other ways I could improve my life that I hadn't expected. I'm continually surprised by how much better I felt in such a short time. I remember feeling so helpless when I first reached out, and now I have a toolkit of coping skills that help me live more in the moment. Michelle has taught me so much about how the body processes trauma, how to respond differently to stressful environments, and ultimately how to protect my peace. I'm deeply grateful for Michelle and the mindfulness shift she's helped me grow into. She didn't just help me feel better. She helped me find myself again.” - Amanda J, San Francisco

  • “Upon your arrival, Michelle will treat you like a beloved, old friend. She will grace you with her warm welcome and invite you to share some tea with her as you sit down for an initial background. This conversation will not be intimidating or feel like an interview. It will feel much like a coffee date with a loved one; casual, yet intimate and kind. She felt familiar to me, like a kindred spirit. During this time, her experience and education will become quite apparent to you, though she will never make you feel as though she's talking "down"to you as a practitioner to patient. Michelle is humble, and will guide you through the conversation with careful and thoughtful questions so you don't get overwhelmed. She has a maternal energy about her that helps you find peace before your treatment has even begun. Next is the actual acupuncture treatment. I'm not sure where to even begin, other than by saying : You will transcend. I felt I reached a new and unique self awareness and sort of "enlightenment" in just one treatment. As odd as it sounds, I felt out of my own body in the best way humanely possible. I explained beforehand to her that mediation is difficult for me. I am a chronic over-thinker, obsessor, and struggle with anxiety and panic. Rarely has meditation worked for me in the way I practiced. The remarkable guided visualizations and meditative acupuncture treatment is so personal and so in depth that you will actually feel that everything she is saying in your visualization is actually happening. I've been to acupuncture before, and thought it wasn't for me. I believed my personality type was one that could never tap into my deeper self. I had just gone to the wrong person. When she left me in the room for some moments of solitary and peace, I came out of this beautiful awakening crying and feeling as if I had returned to my 7 year old body and soul. When she came in I told her that God doesn't answer prayers he sends people, and I believe he sent her to me. I was at the ends of my ropes, and didn't wish to keep fighting until I met Michelle. She saved my life. She is an expert in her field, I have no doubt. Thank you Michelle, and god speed to all of those reading this who need the love she can provide. You are special, you are unique and you are capable of healing. All things she taught me.” -Therese C, Novato CA

  • “As a retired Physical Therapist, I found the combination of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture and Trigger Point Dry Needling to be just the treatment my body needs. After my first session, the relief I felt in my posterior cervical and thoracic regions was amazing. Those pesky trigger points developed from hours of sitting at the computer were gone. All of these benefits while also having my systems balanced with more traditional needling. Who could ask for more? Highly recommend seeing Michelle! You and your body won't regret it.” - Jeffrey J, Kailua-Kona

  • “I happened to meet Michelle by chance, and she mentioned she might be able to assist with my shoulder injury, as well as my hip and lower back discomfort. Frustrated with my previous attempts to find effective treatment, I decided to book an appointment immediately. After just four sessions, I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my mobility, and my shoulder is healing beautifully. I’m now a huge fan and wholeheartedly recommend Michelle for dry needling.” -Hannah C, Kailua-Kona

  • “It's hard to describe how life changing Michelle has been in the short time I have been her patient. I have had life long issues with sleep and as a result, I have adrenal fatigue and problems with cortisol surges and blood sugar levels...(just to give you an idea of the kinds of problems Michelle can address and how nuanced, personalized and thoughtful her care is.) After just 2 sessions with her and using her recommended supplements, I am now sleeping better than I have ever in my life, I am staying asleep longer, I have more energy in the morning and I continue to see a drastic improvement in mood and anxiety. I came to her a bit skeptical since I have seen many Western and Holistic doctors and practitioners over the years, but I am bowled by the attention and the results in such a short amount of time. This is more than acupuncture, this is more than supplements and herbs...this is the whole package.” -SuChin P, Los Angeles

  • “If there were more stars, I would give her all the stars. I can't explain how gifted a healer Michelle is. I was referred to Michelle after a particularly terrible experience with another SF based acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine doctor. The other person I was seeing was the same price, but didn't seem to care at all about my overall health and care as well as getting me in and out of her office in record time. Having wasted quite a lot of money with the first acupuncturist, I was concerned about cost with Michelle…So, I decided to give her a try. AND WOW! I'm so glad I did. I was heading into a pretty major surgery a few weeks after I started seeing her. My first session she took her time understanding the whole picture of my health and really got to know me. When I went into the healing room, she did guided meditations with me to soothe my anxiety about the surgery as she placed the needles. I won't go into how incredible every single session has been since that but will say that I sailed so smoothly through my surgery with her help. I hadn't expected to, but I continue to see her because her presence alone is soothing, she is a natural healer and she is already helping me with my next set of health-related goals, which I hope to sail through as smoothly as my surgery. The cost of a session can definitely feel prohibitive at first, but once you meet with her, you'll see that it's worth every penny.” -L.T., San Francisco

  • “A true healer in every sense of the word! Body, mind, spirit - Michelle has a holistic approach that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms. I went in for ITB/sciatica problems, which she treated effectively (running without pain now, thanks!) but she also helped me balance my energy and manage work/life/COVID anxiety as well. I cannot recommend her enough!” -Jason B, San Francisco

  • “I have been seeing Michelle since my first pregnancy back in 2019. We had been struggling to get pregnant with our first and my friend recommended acupuncture with Michelle. We started some fertility treatments and acupuncture at the same time and I was able to get pregnant. Michelle was supportive, caring, and incredibly relaxing. I do attribute my ability to get pregnant to her. I was in a stressful role professionally and needed to mindfully prioritize my body and future baby- Michelle helped me with that. Over the years I have seen her on and off for general acupuncture and my husband also has seen her for dry needling for his sore muscles since he does a lot of trail running. I also saw Michelle when we were trying with our second and again she helped a lot and we got pregnant with her help and IVF. Cannot recommend Michelle enough. She is effective, open, empathetic, and has become a great supportive pillar in my health and wellness journey. She deeply cares about her patients and takes a lot of pride in her work and her craft. Thank you, Michelle!” -Yvonne C, San Francisco

  • “5 stars is not enough! I have been seeing Michelle for 6 years now. I had been to many acupuncturists around the city before seeing Michelle and I can tell you she is the best! From the moment I walked in, she immediately made me feel comfortable. She listened to everything I had to say without rushing me. She is empathetic, knowledgeable and not just about her field. She offers great advice when asked, has wonderful suggestions and most of all she really does care…Michelle has treated me through many adversities over the years, the two major ones being fertility and 3 ruptured discs in my back. There were days my back and sciatica were so bad I could barely walk, and after an hour with her I had so much relief. Many sessions later, along with physical therapy I no longer needed back surgery. I can also say without a doubt, she is the reason I have a healthy little boy. All odds were against me, and the only thing I did differently was to start seeing Michelle more frequently and follow her health plan. 8 months later I was pregnant and she was the only doctor out of many that believed it could happen. Whether its allergies, migraines, sore muscles, stress, whatever...bottom line, you won't be disappointed! I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about her.” -Kim S, San Francisco

  • “I originally started seeing Michelle for fertility assistance at One Medical (and now I see her at her private office in the Flood Building). She is a wealth of information and an incredible resource. Not only did she *successfully* help with fertility, she guided me on a fertility-friendly diet and she also addressed other GI issues I had with certain foods. I was basically clueless about everything (before, during and after I was pregnant), and Michelle was always so informative and patient, guiding me every step of the way. I continued to see Michelle throughout my pregnancy and when I was scheduled to be induced, Michelle helped "accelerate" things naturally so that I was able to go into labor without the need to be medically induced. I feel that I was armed with such wonderful support throughout my entire journey. After delivery, I went to Michelle to help increase lactation (and it was also a wonderful way to have an hour to relax and re-balance after having a newborn). I am currently seeing Michelle for shoulder pain/issues (that I think are a result of baby lifting and bad posture while nursing!). And again, Michelle is proving to be extremely knowledgeable and has been able to help me address a completely different issue. Her treatments are a great complement to my physical therapy. After each visit, I have increased rotation and movement in my shoulders, and less pain! I feel so fortunate to have had Michelle as my practitioner, and I know I will continue to seek her treatments, advice and guidance on all things health and wellness related. -Grace C. San Francisco

  • “I've been seeing Michelle for many years now. Long before I was ready to start trying to get pregnant I started seeing Michelle to help with insomnia. She has helped me improve my sleep and addressed my adrenal fatigue. Along the journey of improving my sleep, she educated me in the process of preparing my body for pregnancy and regulating my cycle. She not only regulated my cycle, she also shared additional information regarding taking care of my body pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy and post-pregnancy. I had a stroke during my pregnancy, but Michelle was right there to help me when I came out of the hospital, after two brain surgeries. Michelle continues to help me today with residual pain from my surgeries or when I am anxious. Michelle is extremely knowledgeable and I can't imagine where I would be without her.” -Katherine G, El Granada

  • “Michelle is THE BEST in class. I have been seeing her for 12 years, and she has helped me with everything from nerve pain, to fertility (2 healthy babies) and child birth, to sciatica, and anxiety. As the years go on, her expertise and healing abilities grow, and I am in awe of the transformative power of just one session with Michelle. Don't hesitate! GO!” -Magdalena H, Mill Valley

  • "About eighteen months ago, a friend recommended that I reach out to Dr. Kuroda regarding stiffness in my hip. What began as a localized concern turned out to be one of the greatest blessings in disguise. Working with Dr. Kuroda quickly evolved into a holistic journey that transformed my health and well-being. I deeply appreciate her philosophy of treating the whole person rather than focusing solely on isolated symptoms. During this time, I received a far more serious diagnosis, and Dr. Kuroda’s support proved invaluable - truly life-saving - during an overwhelming and uncertain period. Beyond acupuncture, she offered practical guidance and resources that helped me make significant changes to my lifestyle, nutrition, and overall outlook. Her ability to listen with empathy and provide personalized, approachable recommendations made all the difference. Today, a year and a half later, I enjoy better sleep, a more balanced and grounded mindset, and greater resilience in handling life’s challenges. My bloodwork has improved, and I feel lighter, more energetic, and healthier overall. I will remain forever grateful to Dr. Kuroda for guiding me through a difficult emotional and physical journey and equipping me with tools, resources, and insights that extend far beyond individual treatment sessions." - M.L., San Francisco

About Michelle

Coming Home to the Source Within

For more than two decades, I’ve helped people reconnect with their body’s innate intelligence, the energy that heals, guides, and creates life itself.  My work brings together the precision of acupuncture and dry needling, the depth of Chinese Medicine, and the transformative power of energy awareness, embodiment, and consciousness.

From my practices in San Francisco, California and Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, I guide individuals who are ready to live, heal, and create from a deeper state of alignment, returning to presence and flow. This work blends modern neuroscience, bioenergetics, mindfulness, and embodied awareness to help you restore balance, vitality, and coherence, the state where healing and creation naturally unfold. 

I believe healing is not only about removing pain or imbalance, it’s about awakening the energy that allows you to live fully, with clarity, vitality, and gratitude.


Michelle Kuroda

Healing and creation are not separate.

When your energy is clear and your heart is coherent, life moves with you, not against you.

Come experience what it feels like to be fully present, alive, and in flow with your own limitless potential.

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Michelle Kuroda, LAc, MS

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Acupuncture + Dry Needling + Lifestyle Medicine

Flood Building, SF CA

870 Market Street, Suite 551

San Francisco, CA 94102

Big Island, Hawaii

75-127 Lunapule Road, Suite 8D

Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

We specialize in serving high performing humans - executives, athletes, and the quietly exceptional - seeking advanced regenerative treatments.

You deserve to feel resourced and in flow, fully present, and vibrant in your body. We offer a comprehensive, five-month Energetic Embodiment Program, targeted acupuncture and dry needling, and holistic skin rejuvenation treatments, all designed to guide you through a complete cycle of healing, growth, and regeneration.