Activate and replenish your body's “qi ” for optimal health! 

Santa Barbara Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine with Life Transforming Results

Kristen Swegles LAC., MTCM, CMP

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Activate and replenish your body's “qi ” for optimal health! 

How We Can Help

Traditional Chinese medicine is a functional integrative approach to addressing symptoms and disease through the use of acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, massage and lifestyle therapies. Santa Barbara Chinese Medicine is dedicated to providing each patient with exceptional customized care and guidance in their healing process.

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A person is getting acupuncture on their back.

Acupunture

Placement of fine sterile needles on acupuncture points to tonify or sedate Qi.

A person is grinding spices in a mortar and pestle.

Herbal Prescriptions

Tinctures, tea or pills to correct personal patterns of imbalance and to enhance the effects of acupuncture treatments.

Restore balance and renew your vitality

Featured Services

We offer a blend of ancient Eastern practices and modern therapeutic techniques to support your physical, emotional, and energetic well-being. Each service is tailored to your unique needs, helping you feel grounded, aligned, and empowered from within.

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Develop Your Treatment Plan

  • Allergies and Inflammation
  • Asthma and Respiratory​
  • Back Pain
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Digestion Problems
  • Headaches and Migraines
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Immune Issues
  • Injury and Accident Recovery
  • Insomnia, Fatigue 
  • Libido - Men and Women
  • Menopause 
  • Sports Injuries
  • Weight Control
  • Wrinkles and Signs of Aging​

results that speak for themselves

Patient Experiences

Look and see what are our clients have to say about us!

"Kristen is a very talented acupuncturist and healer! She is very very intuitive, and is especially gifted with women's health. I love her warm, inviting and beautifully decorated office. Kristen is a gift to our community and her system of acupuncture, herbs and other modalities will truly support your health and wellness goals."

Paith M.

"A serene atmosphere to receive acupuncture. Kristen has a natural healing presence and a very soft touch with the acupuncture needles which I appreciate:) It's a wonderful spot to tune in and recharge."

Paul S.

"I have had the good fortune to have been introduced to Kristen Swegles for acupuncture treatments for arm and hand pain. I found her very pleasant and her treatments to be effective in relieving pain. I will return to her for treatments and highly recommend her."

Jennifer V.

"I slept so well last night, no pain, and woke up well rested. Thank you so much for everything you do for me!"

Anna D.

"We had a baby! I went into labor Monday, so whatever you did at our last session worked!."

Jett B.

"I suffer from chronic nerve pain and am treated locally by an acupuncturist. When I visit Santa Barbara a few times each year, I make it a point to seek treatments from Kristen as often as time permits. She is very good at what she does and provides me with much needed relief."

Rosemary L.

"She’s great! She’s professional, thorough, and really knows her stuff. I felt very comfortable with her and also very cared for. I look forward to more acupuncture treatments!."

Bethany k.

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