Community Acupuncture
Healing Together in a Small Group Setting
Experience the transformative power of community acupuncture. Community acupuncture combines the ancient practice of acupuncture with a supportive group environment, creating a powerful sense of collective healing energy. The small group setting enhances relaxation, promotes balance, and makes acupuncture accessible and affordable for everyone.
Unlike traditional one-on-one sessions, community acupuncture occurs in a shared, calm space where multiple participants receive care simultaneously. This communal energy amplifies the therapeutic effects of acupuncture, creating a deeper sense of calm, focus, and emotional well-being. Many participants report that they feel lighter, more balanced, and more energized after each session.
Hours & Pricing
Hours of Operation: Tuesdays (9:00am - 1:00pm) and Thursdays (2:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Sliding Scale Payments: $30–$60 per session
New Patient Paperwork Fee: $15
Sliding scale pricing ensures that high-quality acupuncture remains accessible while sustaining a welcoming and professional practice environment.
Questions? Please contact Rachel Shusterman L.Ac. at (267) 308-5179.
Meet Rachel Shusterman, L.Ac.
Rachel Shusterman is a Pennsylvania state-licensed and nationally certified acupuncturist (NCCAOM), specializing in community acupuncture. She trained at POCA Tech (People’s Organization of Community Acupuncture) in Portland, Oregon—the only school in the U.S. dedicated to the community acupuncture model, emphasizing accessibility and social justice.
Rachel’s interest in holistic health began while studying Psychology and Holistic Health at West Chester University. She discovered the profound impact of energy-based therapies on overall wellness and has spent years refining her skills in both urban and suburban communities. Rachel’s approach blends technical expertise with compassionate care, empowering participants to access the body’s natural healing abilities.
Questions? Please contact Rachel Shusterman L.Ac. at (267) 308-5179.
Community acupuncture provides the same benefits as traditional acupuncture, with additional advantages of a shared, supportive environment:
Group Setting: Sharing a healing space with others enhances the calming effects of acupuncture and creates a subtle collective energy that amplifies therapeutic results.
Individualized Care: Each participant’s session is tailored to their specific needs, addressing stress, chronic pain, fatigue, sleep issues, and emotional balance.
Safe and Gentle: Using ultra-thin, single-use needles, acupuncture is minimally invasive, safe, and generally painless.
Affordable: Sliding scale pricing allows more people to access acupuncture, supporting overall wellness in a sustainable, community-oriented model.
Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points along the body’s meridians, promoting circulation, releasing endorphins, reducing inflammation, and balancing the nervous system. This helps the body regulate itself and restore natural harmony.
How Community Acupuncture Works
The World Health Organization recognizes acupuncture as an effective treatment for a wide range of common health concerns, including:
Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Insomnia, PTSD
Digestive Issues: IBS, Acid Reflux, Colitis and more
Pain Management: Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, Migraines, Headaches, Musculoskeletal Pain & Injuries, Plantar Fasciitis, Inflammation, Tinnitus, TMJ, Chronic & Acute Pain
Men & Women’s Health: Hormonal Balance, Fertility Support
Pregnancy: Morning Sickness & Nausea, Labor Induction, Breech Baby, Adjust Therapy for IUI & IVF
Adjunct Therapy for Cancer Treatment, Heart Disease, Blood Pressure Management
Dermatological Concerns
Immune Support & Prevention: Allergies
And more!
Preparing for Your Session
To maximize the benefits of your community acupuncture experience:
Wear Comfortable Clothing: Loose clothing allows easy access to arms, legs, and lower back.
Stay Hydrated: Drink water before and after sessions to support circulation and detoxification.
Arrive Early: Take a few minutes to complete new patient paperwork and settle into the tranquil space.
Rest and Relax: During the session, let your mind and body relax fully. Many participants experience emotional release, mental clarity, or deep relaxation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Most participants experience little to no pain. A brief tingling or mild pressure may occur at needle insertion, followed by deep relaxation.
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Session frequency depends on individual goals. Some participants benefit from weekly sessions, while others attend less often for maintenance. Rachel can guide you on an appropriate schedule.
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Yes, acupuncture complements conventional medical care, physical therapy, massage, and other holistic treatments. Avoid intensive energy therapies on the same day to allow your body to integrate benefits.
Please wait 3 days after receiving acupuncture to schedule a Harmonic Egg session.
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Community acupuncture takes place in a shared space, enhancing collective energy and reducing cost, while still providing individualized care.
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After completing new patient paperwork, Rachel will review your health history and goals. You will relax in a comfortable chair while needles are gently placed. Many clients feel calm, centered, and balanced afterward.
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There is no mandatory time. Most patients stay between 20–60 minutes. If space is available, you’re welcome to remain longer if needed.
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We check the room every 10–15 minutes. Please give eye contact and a light nod if you need anything or are ready to finish your session.
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Dress comfortably in loose clothing. Roll up your pants to your knees and sleeves to your elbows so we can access arms, legs, feet, and sometimes scalp or ears.
We primarily work with distal points on the feet, legs, hands, arms, and sometimes the scalp and ears. This approach can target most issues effectively.
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Yes! Many patients feel deeply relaxed and may fall asleep during the session.
Ask the Acupuncturist
Do you have a specific question for our Community Acupuncturist, Rachel Shusterman? Please use this contact form.