Lillian Sie Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Now Accepting New Patients
About Me
My name is Lillian Sie.
I am an acupuncturist and herbalist who was trained at the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences in Oakland. My exposure to Chinese Medicine came from my family. As the daughter of Cantonese immigrants, I was fed a steady diet of herbs in my family’s cooking for nourishment. I first received acupuncture at age eight which instantly cured me of the stomach flu. These experiences have inspired me to pursue this medicine professionally.
Before becoming an acupuncturist, I conducted academic research on maternal and child health outcomes. For nearly a decade, I contributed to and published studies at Stanford School of Medicine, California’s Environmental Protection Agency, and other public health departments. This background allows me to comfortably integrate biomedical concepts with Traditional Chinese Medicine in my practice.
In my work, I enjoy educating others about Chinese Medicine, sharing lifestyle tips, and building collaborative relationships with my patients as they navigate their journey to better health.
Services
Free Consulation
15 minutes
​I would be happy to chat with those who wish to learn more about Chinese Medicine and how this medicine can help them.
Follow Up Visit
60 minutes
$90
​Follow-up visits will involve a much shorter intake, but the treatment format will still be the same as the initial visit.
Initial Visit
80 minutes
$120
The initial appointment will involve me doing a thorough intake of your medical history, palpation, pulse taking, and tongue reading to make a diagnosis. After the medical intake, I will then treat the patient with acupuncture. I may also use other modalities such as acupressure, moxibustion, electrical stimulation, gua sha, and cupping on an as-needed basis. I can also prepare a customized herbal formula. An additional fee will apply for the herbal formula.
Herbal Consultation
60 minutes
$65
​This is appropriate for those who would prefer to primarily take herbs. I will do a thorough intake of your medical history, palpation, pulse taking and tongue reading to make a diagnosis and make a customized formula for you. An additional fee will apply for the herbal formula.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can Chinese Medicine treat?
Aside from musculoskeletal pain, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can alleviate a wide range of physical and psycho-emotional issues. I have experience in treating patients with the following conditions: stress, insomnia, indigestion, mood issues, stroke recovery, reproductive health, and musculoskeletal pain.
How can I book an appointment?
Returning patients may book an appointment with this link.
For all other appointments, including a free consultation, initial visit or herbal consulation, please call 510-831-5501 or email info@lilliansie.com.
When and where do you practice?
​I currently practice in South Berkeley on Thursdays and Fridays, and in San Pablo on Wednesdays and Saturdays. If these times don’t work for you, feel free to reach out so we can explore other possible options.
Do you take insurance?
I see patients who are referred to the clinic by Kaiser physicians. Typically, patients must either live in the East Bay or have a Kaiser doctor based there to receive a referral. If you’re a Kaiser patient and would like more information about the referral process, please feel free to reach out. At this time, I am not accepting any other insurance but can prepare a superbill for patients to hand off to their insurance.
Berkeley:
2975 Telegraph Ave, Unit 3, Berkeley, CA
San Pablo:
2975 Telegraph Ave, Unit 3, Berkeley, CA
Phone
(510)-831-5501
