“I personally define acupuncture as the most beneficial form of medicine that is good for you physically, emotionally and spiritually. It has transformed my life time and time again from reducing the size of fibroid cysts to releasing suppressed depression to the point where tears flowed from my eyes uncontrollably to giving me clarity and balance and reaching a higher consciousness.

Only a truly gifted acupuncturist can perform these medical miracles effectively. I have been treated by six acupuncturists in my lifetime and Stephanie Bernardo, M. Ac is one of the "gifted ones". Stephanie healed me at a time in my life when I was down and out both physically and emotionally. From the moment I met her I immediately felt a wave of calmness. Her acupuncture treatments and healings transformed me into a whole vibrant person again within a few treatments. Anyone who is treated and healed by Stephanie is the lucky one! I know that I am truly grateful for her in my life.”

“Thank you for bringing a sense of balance and awareness to my life when I have needed it most. You are such a caring and giving person and it shows in the work you do. After only 3 sessions, I felt better from my TMJ pain, over all stress, sleeping better and allergies are much better then last year. I always look forward to seeing you and working on how to improve my overall wellness.”

“You were right that Stephanie's energy is amazing. After she stuck in the needles and before I fell asleep I was seeing this clear lake on a very clear day with soft light reflecting on the water. Felt like the energy she left drifting in the room as she floated out.”

“I receive weekly treatments with Stephanie to help support me with the side-effects of a third round of chemo and radiation treatments. I have noticed a huge shift within myself and my response to treatment. In the past, I have experienced constant nausea and diarrhea with no appetite and low energy. This time around I have not experienced any of these symptoms and actually want to eat, which is huge for me! Every time I see Stephanie, I feel she understands exactly want support I need, encourages me to embrace my life, and listens to what I have to say. I leave feeling a renewed sense of energy and zest for life. Thank you!”

“Stephanie has an excellent ability to connect with the needs of her patients. It is this ability that allows her to apply her technical knowledge of acupuncture to remove the discomfort her clients are experiencing. I must also say that I was amazed when Stephanie was able to remove scar tissue and the accompanying discomfort from an abdominal surgery that had been a source of discomfort for me for over 40 years.”

“I have been seeing Stephanie Bernardo for over a year now. In addition to helping me overcome a variety of physical problems, her warm and wise talk is better than that of any psychotherapist. She has supported me through several rough times and will no doubt continue to do so as we grow together.”

“My last treatment with Stephanie was astounding! She has a gift for getting to the heart of the matter, and helped me work through my confusion and mental "busyness" with both the care of a mother, and the wisdom of a sage. Combined with her soft touch and the gentlest needling I've ever experienced, I left treatment with my shoulder tension released, my chest lighter, and my inner world more at peace!”

“I have worked with Stephanie as my practitioner for over two years. Through her non-judgmental listening, partnered reflection, and deep wisdom, she always supports me in coming back to my essential nature, to my own lightness. Her style is light, yet, real. I find myself often laughing through my tears. And she helps me see the work I need to do to be happy and true to myself, giving me the tools through her needles and words to be with it all, to keep things moving even when its tough. I have the deepest gratitude for her commitment to her patients and to herself to be an open, caring practitioner.”

“Wow! I absolutely love working with Stephanie. She has an amazing ability to understand me on a deep, spiritual core level and synthesis this into wondrously, spiritually, uplifting treatments. I love that she balances her training and knowledge with her intuition, showing empathy and compassion mixed with some tough love. I tell all my friends and family to go see her because she will help them change their lives for the better.”

“The most significant shift has been an overall sense of well-being. Treatments have supported me with being centered and offered an opportunity to access a greater sense of capacity to manage my life. Physically, I suffer from migraines and although this has not been the specific focus, I've noticed that they have been less frequent and less severe. I leave with feeling heard, accepted and well cared for. Her ability to listen and be there for me has me trust that the treatment she chooses will be the best for me. Thank you, Stephanie, for sharing yourself and your gifts in such a beautiful and caring way!”

“I loved being listened to…maybe a bit too much. It is hugely comforting to know there is a health practitioner who will listen to my issues of the day and is in a great position to treat, and/or make recommendations. I like that I don't have to be prepared with a 3 point plan to ask for meds for specific issues. What if I forget something? And how to ever know which small things are really big diagnostic clues if medical doctors only have time to hear about the big stuff? I like that Susan listens, even probes at times and makes a considered decision on the best course of action for my overall well-being.”

“During my regular visits to my personal physician, their approach was to prescribe pain killers, and was told to get use to living with an aging body. I could not accept this, and looked forward to the more natural approach and the way the acupuncture treatments made me feel. After each visit I had the energy of a 30 year old and was doing the jitterbug dance after my visits. ”

“Susan's personal interest in my well being has been a godsend to my transition efforts. Our treatments have focused on my specific needs, and she has always responded with treatments designed for me alone, given the stressful situation I am currently in. Her subject area knowledge and application to my needs has been excellent.”