integrative acupuncture for fertility & women’s* health in Oakland
Evidence-based, holistic care blending acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and natural skincare to support you through life’s most important transitions.
Personalized Care.
Proven Expertise.
Compassionate Support.
Larisa blends the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the most up-to-date research in modern science to provide a medically integrative perspective.
Whether you are trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy and postpartum, moving through perimenopause or seeking natural approaches to support healthy aging and skin care, Larisa meets you with expertise, empathy, and a plan tailored to your body and goals.
Expert Fertility Support Backed by Advanced Training
For many of us, the path to parenthood isn’t easy. Whether you’re just beginning your fertility journey, trying to conceive naturally, or undergoing treatments like IVF or IUI, you deserve care that is both compassionate and highly specialized.
At Healing Blossom, you receive not just acupuncture — but fertility-focused care designed to give you the best possible chance of conceiving and carrying a healthy pregnancy.
Meet Larisa
Licensed as an acupuncturist and herbalist since 2006, and board-certified in reproductive medicine (ABORM) since 2009, Larisa has spent the last two decades supporting patients across all the stages of life— from menarche to fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause and beyond.
She has helped thousands of patients over the course of her practice, using a multidisciplinary approach to achieve the best results.
Board-certified in fertility acupuncture (ABORM) since 2009
Advanced training in reproductive medicine, IVF and ART protocols (Eastern + Western)
Up-to-date knowledge of fertility research, supplements, and herbs
A collaborative approach with your medical team
Inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming practice
Personalized care that blends traditional medicine and modern science — with proven results
Our Difference:
Learn About Our Specialties
Fertility & Reproductive Health - Eggs & Sperm
Larisa specializes in fertility acupuncture and reproductive health for both women and people with ovaries, and men and people with sperm. She works with individuals and couples trying to conceive naturally or with the help of western medicine through IVF, IUI, donor and reciprocal cycles and more.
Acupuncture and integrative medicine can ease common pregnancy symptoms (nausea, fatigue, insomnia, back pain, sciatica, constipation and more), support a healthy pregnancy, optimize baby’s position and preparation for labor, and promote postpartum recovery.
Pregnancy & Postpartum Support
Through acupuncture, herbs, nutrition and supplements, Larisa helps patients navigate life’s hormonal transitions with more ease — reducing hot flashes and night sweats, improving sleep, and supporting energy, cognition and bone health for long-term vitality.
Perimenopause & Hormonal Balance
Women’s health is more than fertility, pregnancy, and menopause.
Many people experience symptoms that don’t fit neatly into a single category — painful or irregular cycles, severe PMS, endometriosis, PCOS/PMOS, recurring infections or unexplained fatigue. These concerns are just as important, and they deserve thoughtful, expert care.
Women’s Health
Microneedling for Skincare & Hair Growth
Microneedling triggers your skin's natural healing process by boosting collagen and elastin production and stimulating the growth of new blood vessels. It can minimize fine lines, improve skin elasticity, reduce acne and hyperpigmentation, fade scars and stretch marks, and stimulate hair growth. It also increases the absorption of any topical serums or medications, making it a truly holistic option for hair loss and skincare.
Most of us don’t just want to live longer — we want to live healthier and happier. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine have a rich tradition of cultivating longevity, by righting imbalances before they become entrenched.
With acupuncture, herbs, diet and lifestyle choices we can bring about complete health and well-being — not just the absence of disease.
Longevity & Healthy Aging
Custom Herbal Medicines
Lifestyle Evaluation & Recommendations
Comprehensive Nutrition Counseling
Personalized Vitamins & Supplements
Larisa provides evidence-based, multidisciplinary care, tailored to you and your goals, including:
Our Offerings: Services at Healing Blossom
Healing Blossom is honored to provide services to the greater Bay Area community. We welcome Black, Indigenous, Latinx, People of Color, and LGBTQIA+ folks to our clinic and are inclusive of all genders* and family constellations.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION
Land Acknowledgment
We acknowledge that Healing Blossom sits on the unceded traditional lands of the Chochenyo-speaking Ohlone People, and pay respect to elders both past and present. We recognize the history and legacy of colonialism that continues to impact Indigenous Peoples, their traditional territories, and practices. The Ohlone still have a presence today, in Oakland and throughout the Bay Area.
For the purposes of this website, the terms ‘women’ and ‘women’s health’ refer to any person born with a biologically female reproductive system — with ovaries that produce eggs and a uterus. ‘Men’ and ‘male’ refer to anyone born with a biologically male reproductive system — with testes that produce sperm.
Not everyone who identifies as a woman has a female reproductive system, and not every one who has a female reproductive system identifies as a woman. For simplicity, these terms are used to identify those whose bodies go through the transitions inherent to having XX chromosomes, while the terms ‘men’ and ‘male’ refer to people with XY chromosomes.
A Word About Gender
Patient Stories
Larisa deserves so much praise and has found a permanent place in the story of my husband and my life. We were told it would take a miracle to conceive and we're lucky enough to have conceived three times. While the first two resulted in a heaven baby, the third is almost one now and the love of our life. Larisa was there through all of it, and I was devastated when she moved in our 7th month of pregnancy. You are lucky to have found her. Her empathy, encouragement, and wisdom... not to mention expertise are second to none. I had "substitute" practitioners when she'd be on vacation... and none of them held a candle to Larisa. Her approach is measured, thoughtful, caring and compassionate. I don't know that we would be celebrating our daughter's first birthday next week without Larisa coming into our lives. And even if our story hadn't ended as beautifully as it has... I'd still be singing her praises because of how she took care of me - mind, body and spirit. Thank you Larisa!!!!!! Come back to PDX!
— Jen M
Larisa Boyd is a caring and comprehensive professional. I was trying to get pregnant and debating my more western fertility options while working with Larisa. And, lo and behold, after a couple of months of working together I became pregnant — without the other interventions. Suddenly, I was the one that was a success story! (and trust me for three long years before the birth of my first child, I was not). I saw Larisa throughout the pregnancy but especially in the first half of the pregnancy...helping me, I believe, build a solid pregnancy. And she was especially attentive after my amnio, and after my birth — even coming to my house and treating me in bed between rounds of breastfeeding.
Larisa has a truly remarkable way of making me feel like I am being heard... that she is interested in my body, heart and headspace... and she gives me a peaceful place to receive her healing work. I am so appreciative of her talents and kindness.
— Erica Y