Reviews
Marie Bowser absolutely changed my life. I had been struggling with chronic chest pain related to nervous system dysregulation for over five years, and truly nothing had helped. I tried... read more everything under the sun before finding Marie. I worked with her about twice a week for roughly 12 weeks, and the shift was profound. Now I see her as needed & it’s always supportive. Her needling is incredibly skilled in terms of choosing points, but not too many at once and insertion is gentle even for a sensitive person like me, Beyond her technical expertise, Marie is just an amazing human. She listens deeply, is flexible and responsive, and offers thoughtful guidance that feels truly individualized & based on how my body is doing that day (she feels for pulse & looks at tongue). Her wisdom is at the forefront & she encourages tapping into your own wisdom. She creates an atmosphere of trust, safety, and open communication that made a huge difference in my healing. She is also excellent at offering recommendations for supplements & other practitioners, without ever being pushy. Virtual communication via text & email are prompt & supportive and scheduling feels really easy (online & via text) and communication smooth. Her assistant Lindsay is very helpful too and they also provide superbills, which made it possible for me to get partial out of network reimbursement through my insurance (of course depends on your plan). I felt supported on every level. I cannot recommend Marie highly enough. Oh and when Marie was out of office she even had coverage from another great practitioner so my care was consistent.
January 28, 2026
I have been working with Marie for 6 years and have nothing but glowing reviews to share! She is so kind, an incredible listener, and extremely knowledgeable about so many... read more facets of eastern medicine. She has a keen ability to quickly tune into whatever you are experiencing and offer lots of tools to support you. Could not recommend her enough!
January 28, 2026
I came to Marie a little over 6 months ago at my lowest. I had been struggling with big life decisions and an immense amount of grief, and I came... read more to her based on a recommendation from a close friend of mine who said Marie was great at helping people navigate through big emotions. I'm so glad I listened to him. Marie has such a unique perspective with one foot in the seen/tangible/terrestrial and the other in the unseen/intangible/subtle realm that she can really help you mend a fractured consciousness and psyche in a way that psychotherapy never did for me. She helped me sift through the noise of other people's expectations and hear myself and recognize my own needs again. There are no words to express how grateful I am to her and how much I look forward to our sessions together. 15/10 would recommend.
January 27, 2026
Marie has been providing me relief after a car accident that caused spinal cord trauma and triggered fibromyalgia for over 5 years. I continue to see her for scoliosis, premenopausal... read more and fibro symptoms. She has helped speed up my healing and has been able to keep my body stable. She is very caring, attentive and dynamic with her treatment offerings. I recommend her and will continue my treatment to continue my selfcare. Thank you Marie!
January 9, 2026
I always feel well cared for when I visit Marie. I love her mix of compassion, eastern medicine, current techniques and esoteric wisdom. The result is my self-expansion for which... read more I am grateful🙏
January 8, 2026
Marie is wonderful! She's thoughtful, curious and listens deeply. I've been going to her for years and recommend her highly.
January 8, 2026
I have been seeing Marie for over ten years. She has provided me wide-ranging support on my health needs, both physical and emotional. Her skill as a practitioner is matched... read more by her insightful, grounded presence, and uplifted by her sense of humor. It takes a lot to stay well in these turbulent times, and I’m deeply grateful to know her!
January 7, 2026
Marie is amazing! She really listens to her patients, and takes the time to really understand my issues and my goals for treatment. It’s great to find a practitioner that... read more truly cares.
December 22, 2025
Marie is an exceptionally intuitive and skilled acupuncturist, who also offers cupping, gua sha, moxsa, and recommendations on Chinese herbs. She will personalize to your particular needs.
November 1, 2025
Marie makes everything better. Asking many questions. Going deep. Always a different approach to my healing. So thankful for her wisdom and expertise.
February 21, 2025
It has been great seeing Marie for acupuncture treatment. It was easy to get into contact with her, she responded promptly through email. She was very detailed in evaluating my... read more needs and concerns and created a detailed treatment plan. Each time after the treatment, I feel much more refreshed and have seen improvements in my muscle neck strains and sleep. She is also super friendly and easy to talk to.
October 16, 2024
I have been seeing Marie for about 3 weeks now and she has been amazing at helping me find better balance in my life, the Acupuncture has been so good... read more for me and my mental health!
September 9, 2024
I started regular acupuncture with Marie in fall 2021 with hopes of treating some chronic pain and ADHD/anxiety.
Over the last year and a half, she has changed... read more my life with support and guidance on my healing journey. Marie is always so thoughtful and caring during our appointments. I dislike needles and she helps me breathe and meditate through my sessions. Marie asks questions that make me think - and also make me genuinely feel like she cares about me and my wellbeing.
I also did coaching with Marie for 6 months. Our sessions helped me breakthrough to figure out the next step in my life and she provided me the tools and support I needed to make the positive change I was seeking. As a result, I shifted my career focus and created a lot more harmony and happiness in my daily life.
Furthermore, Marie has been wonderful with connecting me to other practitioners - such as naturopathic doctors, financial advisors, and spiritual communities.
I continue acupuncture with Marie on a regular basis and cannot recommend her services enough! Thank you so much Marie!!
2/25/2023
Marie's combination of knowledge, skill, and seemingly supernatural insight is unlike anything I've ever experienced. More than once I've been astonished at her ability to identify symptoms before I even... read more mentioned them. Every session is customized to my particular needs at that time. And through discussion and examination, the treatment she devises is not always what I expect, but it is exactly what I need. The treatments, combined with her recommended lifestyle adjustments and herbs/supplements have improved my quality of life and opened doors to a higher level of overall wellness than I'd thought possible. If you're ready to work toward better health and wellbeing there's no better guide than Marie.
6/17/2022
I have been getting acupuncture from Marie every 2 weeks for the past two years. Our sessions helped me to feel stress-free, healthy and grounded through the entire pandemic. My... read more autoimmune symptoms receded and my business flourished. (also she is excellent at needling - I rarely even feel them!)
Jessica H.5/12/2022
Let me just start by saying that Marie is a lovely human, and I look forward to my visits. She listens to what is ailing me, whether it's physical or... read more mental, and I leave her office feeling so much better and a lot more relaxed! She has helped me with a variety of women's health issues, sleep issues, and stress issues. I've been going to acupuncture for about 8 years, and Marie is by far, the best healer I have experienced. Highly recommend!
3/30/2022
Marie is a skilled healer. She treats the whole person (body/mind/spirit) with compassion, insight, and good humor. I am giving her the maximum five star rating, but wish I... read more could give her more. Highly recommend.
2/16/2022
Marie Bowser is a lovely, kind, gentle, talented acupuncturist and I highly recommend her.
1/22/2022
Marie is Extremely gifted acupuncturist
Received a lot of healing from her in any issue I had -stress ,back pain,knee pain,stomach ache
12/26/2021
Marie is an incredibly gifted acupuncturist and healer. She explains exactly what she is doing and can treat physical as well as emotional issues.
Jennifer G.3/19/2021
Marie is such a light. I scheduled my appointment at her clinic when I was in the luteal phase of my monthly cycle which most women will agree can... read more be a sensitive time. Marie was able to address my hormonal tension and immediately after the treatment I felt relief. I felt light and in the flow. My symptoms weren't as overwhelming. Thank you Marie for your care. I feel like you have an infinite depth of knowledge, and your willingness to share it and help others is admirable and gratefully received.
7/29/2020
I had a really serious back pain
Mari did a great healing work!
Every time I see her she gets great results
Highly recommended!
avishai m.7/01/2020
Marie is a powerful healer. Through acupuncture, she helped me prepare for the birth of my son and made a big impact on the careful timing of his birth.... read more Her practice has successfully grown over the years and yet she remains a calm, authentic, organized and approachable practitioner. I highly recommend her for a variety of issues from dis-ease of the body and mind to a need for an overall reboot "transformational acupressure".
luna l.5/16/2020
Marie is an extraordinary acupuncturist and healer. She also happens to be whip-smart and tons of fun! I was having some major shoulder pain as well as several other related-health... read more issues including sleep, and a friend referred me to her.
Marie is so warm and relatable! I didn't feel like a patient, but like I was being cared for as a dear friend. Her office is calming and stylish, and I always felt SO relaxed during my visits. Marie is trained in way more than just acupuncture- she has a deep knowledge of Chinese medicine and other forms of energy healing. I loved Marie's take on all of it.
I received acupuncture and cupping from Marie over the course of a few months for, and I felt like I was in the best of hands. I wouldn't hesitate to go back to see her for any futures issues of body, mind or spirit!
Rose I.4/09/2020
The care received by Marie is phenomenal! She is wise, caring, and present. She is very experienced in Chinese Medicine and her acupuncture treatments are deeply healing and... read more effective. I have always loved and appreciated acupuncture but there is something special about Marie's care that is causing rapid transformation in my life and body.
Gianna M.1/27/2020
Wow! What a great experience! So peaceful so calming! Marie's work is extremely detailed and deliberate. She listens well, and takes great action according to youneeds!
Bonus: The hours... read more she offers are great, the parking is easy!
Chase M.12/10/2019
Marie's treatment rooms are welcoming, soft and cozy and her personable expertise created a healing space to work her magic, and I'm so grateful to have the opportunity to see... read more her for a few aches & pains that today, a day later, feel very released! Thank you Marie!
Michele D.9/25/2019
As an avid crossfitter, my body needs extra help to recover. I look forward to my appointments with Marie every month as it gives me a chance to reconnect with... read more myself. Whether my body is hurting from the workouts or I am just having an extra stressful week, I always leave feeling rejuvenated and ready for the day. The cherry on top is Marie's wonderful personality. She is so easy to talk to, no matter what the topic. I have gotten so much advice on self care, from appropriate supplements or even tips on incorporating simple things like getting better sleep or even hydration. I am so happy to have found someone looking out for me as much as I do. Thanks for everything Marie!!
Edward E.4/08/2019
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