Sophia Cantizano, LAc, MAOM, San Francisco, CA

About Sophia Cantizano

Sophia Cantizano is a licensed acupuncturist, board-certified in acupuncture and herbal medicine. She graduated summa cum laude with a master's degree in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine from the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College in Berkeley, and holds a bachelor's degree from Columbia University. Her clinical focus spans orthopedic acupuncture and internal medicine, including reproductive health, digestive concerns, stress-related conditions, and hormonal balance. Her sports medicine background includes an internship with the UC Berkeley Athletic Department treating Olympic and collegiate athletes, and ongoing orthopedic training under Dr. Anthony Von der Muhll. She has also volunteered at the Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, providing care to underserved women in cancer treatment. Treatments are tailored to each individual and may include electro-acupuncture, herbal medicine, trigger point needling when appropriate, and complementary therapies such as cupping and gua sha, with nervous system regulation emphasized throughout. Sophia is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside the clinic, you'll find her weightlifting, baking, walking her dog, growing tomatoes, and geeking out on skincare.

Popular visit reasons

Acupuncture

Ankle Pain

Arthritis

Depression

Infertility Consultation

Morning Sickness

Sleep Problems

Tiredness / Fatigue

Acupuncture

Ankle Pain

Arthritis

Depression

Office location

AKARA Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

977 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110

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Education and background

Practice names

AKARA Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine

Education and training

Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College Berkeley, Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Columbia University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1619844826

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What practice does Sophia Cantizano work with?

Sophia Cantizano works with AKARA Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine.

Where is Sophia Cantizano's office located?

Sophia Cantizano's office is located at 977 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sophia Cantizano?

Sophia Cantizano frequently sees patients for Acupuncture, Arthritis, Depression, Infertility Consultation, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Sophia Cantizano on their profile.