Safe and painless acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat various medical conditions such as back and neck pain, stress, and infertility.
More About Acupuncture — Safe and painless acupuncture

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat various medical conditions such as back and neck pain, stress, and infertility.

More About Acupuncture

Relieve back and neck pain
Live free of back pain and neck aches with acupuncture.
Neck Pain Relief Back Pain Relief — Relieve back and neck pain

Live free of back pain and neck aches with acupuncture.

Neck Pain Relief
Back Pain Relief

Acupuncture for fertility
Acupuncture has been proven to substantially increase the success rate of a healthy pregnancy.
Improve Health and Fertility — Acupuncture for fertility

Acupuncture has been proven to substantially increase the success rate of a healthy pregnancy.

Improve Health and Fertility

Microneedling and Cosmetic Acupuncture
Microneedling & Cosmetic Acupuncture can help you feel more confident as you age naturally.
Acupuncture for Skincare — Microneedling and Cosmetic Acupuncture

Microneedling & Cosmetic Acupuncture can help you feel more confident as you age naturally.

Acupuncture for Skincare

You're in good hands.
We’re a group of women who are eager to help you on your wellness journey, whatever your goals may be.
Meet Our Team — You're in good hands.

We’re a group of women who are eager to help you on your wellness journey, whatever your goals may be.

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Welcome to Johnston Family Acupuncture
Johnston Family Acupuncture offers traditional acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy, and electroacupuncture in Boston, Massachusetts. Book Online — Welcome to Johnston Family Acupuncture

Johnston Family Acupuncture offers traditional acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping therapy, and electroacupuncture in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Acupuncture in Back Bay, Boston

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat various medical conditions such as back and neck pain, stress, and infertility.

Acupuncture involves the insertion of very thin needles to various depths through the patient's skin, at specific points on the body. Based on the concept that a vital energy called Qi (“chee”) travels along 14 main pathways, illness or pain occurs when this energy flow is blocked or weakened. Stimulating acupuncture points along the meridian restores the balance in the body, helping to relieve symptoms and promote wellness.
We will start the session with a health intake, then we will get you comfortably situated on the table. After the needles are in, you will rest for about 30 minutes and most patients are so comfortable, they fall asleep!
No! The most you will feel is a dull ache or a brief sharp sensation that dissipates quickly. Most patients don't feel the anything at all!

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Acupuncture Services

Acupuncture can be used for a myriad of issues. Most commonly, our patients want to know more about how acupuncture can help with these concerns.

Acupuncture for Back Pain
Treat chronic back pain and restore your range of motion with acupuncture.

Acupuncture for Neck Pain
Restore range of motion and relieve neck pain with acupuncture.

Prenatal Acupuncture
Prenatal acupuncture for a healthier, less stressful pregnancy.

Fertility Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments for male and female infertility in Boston.

Acupuncture for Stress and Anxiety
Use acupuncture to relax and relieve daily stress.

Microneedling & Cosmetic Acupuncture
Use a natural technique to improve your skin!

What People Say

Testimonials

I tried acupuncture for a variety of reasons and I have experienced more health improvements since starting than I have through any other specialty (PCP, physical therapist, etc.).

Whether you have an ailment, chronic pain or are simply trying to maintain your health, I suggest trying Johnston Family Acupuncture — you won't be disappointed.

I came to Johnston Acupuncture after having a miscarriage to help with fertility. I worked with Emily and Courtney and really think that seeing them monthly helped me and my husband conceive!

Both Emily and Courtney were always so supportive and it was great to talk to them before starting the session about any stress related matters so that they could really pinpoint where to work. After each session I leave feeling a bit lighter and always look forward to our appointments!

I can honestly say my life has changed as a result of seeing Jess at Johnston Family Acupuncture.

I have chronic conditions that require more attention than the typical glossing over at routine doctor visits. Acupuncture is the one self-care method that can touch upon each facet of my disease and Jess is an expert at addressing all that she can in one visit. I have been going to Jess for treatments for over two years and I wish I had done so sooner.

Love Dr. Claire so much — and you will too.

Her knowledge of the body, Chinese medicine, and herbs is fantastic. She helped me both pre and post a joint replacement and I couldn't be more thrilled with the care, or the clinic. Highly recommend.

Dr. Jess Ward is by far the most in tune and thorough acupuncturist I have had treat me.

She takes the time to really get to know you and connect with your needs, providing a positive and healing experience each and every time. Her knowledge and continued expansion of treatment methods leave you with a sense of wellbeing and trust in her to help whatever it is that you have going on at the moment.

I have gone to Emily for everything from chronic fatigue and stress to headaches and colds that I just couldn't seem to kick.

She listens carefully to each of my concerns, asks follow-up questions and offers some of the most effective treatment I have ever experienced.

Irene is amazing, I felt great after leaving my two sessions with her and plan to book many more!

She caters her technique to your individual needs and makes you feel calm and relaxed the entire time.

Emily is great! She is very receptive to your needs and actually listens to you when you talk about how your body is feeling!

She then builds a plan with you about how to help. I came in to see Emily about chronic back pain and can honestly say I’ve seen improvements over the past two months. Her office is super easy to get to and very relaxing.

Courtney Lennon has been my acupuncturist for a few months now. I'm so happy that I found her.

My pain has decreased as she incorporates different types of treatment. The office is spacious and receives a lot of sunlight. The treatment rooms make me feel like I'm in my own cocoon. The office staff is excellent, and their online booking tool allows you to schedule and cancel appointments.

Irene at Johnston Family Acupuncture is knowledgeable, intuitive, compassionate and a gifted healer.

The experience was fantastic and I look forward to returning for more!

As a person who fears needles I thought doing acupuncture would be off putting. Instead I find myself very pleased with this alternative option to treat my painfully arthritic knees.

Emily is a gem, she does a full body treatment that really makes me feel like the treatment is well worth the time and effort.

I love acupuncture so much. It has lowered my stress level and helped me with issues I didn't realize could be helped with acupuncture.

The space is beautiful and Emily & Irene are kind and inquisitive.