East-West Clinic Founder and Director
Marnie McCurdy, L.Ac., MS, CMT, FABORM
Acupuncture
Marnie McCurdy is a licensed practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and nationally certified acupuncturist. She has had an active practice in the Bay area for the past 20 years. Her areas of specialty include gynecology, infertility, prenatal and postnatal care, chronic pain management and digestive health. On your first visit you can expect a thorough Chinese Medicine assessment, a review of blood labs and diet and a review of complaints possibly related to endocrine function. You may choose just acupuncture, but Marnie feels a comprehensive approach yields the best response.
When treating chronic pain Marnie draws upon her knowledge of movement. She earned her undergraduate degree in dance and went on to study Pilates Mat and movement analysis/re-education techniques such as the Alexander Method and Gokhale Method. She often finds that chronic pain requires a multi-faceted approach of movement rehab, acupuncture, bodywork and overall relaxation of the nervous system.
In the field of obstetrics, she enjoys sharing her experiences of how effective acupuncture can be in treating some of the common conditions that arise during pregnancy. She is a caring partner on the path to Motherhood, and is co-founder of Golden Month Mothercare- https://www.goldenmonthmothercare.com./
Marnie has been a certified massage therapist for 24 years and has trained in several modalities. She has a limited number of extended Massage/Acupuncture “Combo” appointments available.
Professional Affiliations
Diplomate, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (FABORM) Member
Resolve/The National Infertility Association
American Society for Reproductive Medicine Member
Integrative Fertility Member
Institute for Functional Medicine Member
Giving Back
Marnie is committed to service and community health. She has been honored to provide pro bono acupuncture over the last 10 years to these local organizations:
East Bay Integrative Pregnancy Project- Board Member, current affiliation
Courageous Girls- Pro Bono work, current affiliation
The Sage Project, Inc. A non-profit human rights organization serving victims of trafficking, sexual exploitation and violence. SAGE offers peer education, job training, support services, trauma and drug counseling, holistic and traditional healthcare, and a mentorship program.
Mission Neighborhood Resource Center. A comprehensive service center dedicated to care of the homeless.
“Drug Court”. Free acupuncture treatment for incarcerated individuals struggling with addiction.
Available at Glen Park, Noe Valley, and Bernal Heights. Friday-Monday in Oakland by appointment only.
Clinic Co-Director
Stephanie Haney, L.Ac., CMT
Acupuncture, Massage, Arvigo® Mayan Abdominal Massage
Stephanie Haney, Licensed Acupuncturist, massage therapist, and practitioner of Arvigo® Mayan Abdominal Therapy, provides healthcare based on the traditions of Chinese medicine. This foundation is complemented with the use of orthopedic massage, functional medicine, and food-based approaches to align her clients with their natural state of wellness. Stephanie successfully treats pain and sports injuries, supports reproductive and hormonal health, and emotional well being. She incorporates shiatsu, trigger point, and myofascial release techniques into her therapeutic bodywork.
Since earning her Master of Science at The American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Stephanie has continued her studies in sports medicine with Whitfield Reaves, prenatal massage with Carole Osborne, and fertility care with Jane Lyttleton. Stephanie brings over 15 years experience in reproductive health services and advocacy. She has been a health educator for Planned Parenthood, birth doula for San Francisco General Hospital, and board member for The Women’s Community Clinic.
Whether studying monastic art in Japan, sustainable agriculture in India, or initiating a community acupuncture clinic in Costa Rica, Stephanie is a traveler by heart and deeply awed by the beauty tucked in every corner of the world. Available at Noe Valley.
TEAM MEMBERS
Jessica Biedron, L.Ac., CMT
Acupuncture and Massage
Jessica is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist and Massage Therapist. Her path into healthcare began after being introduced to yoga and Eastern spirituality. With a bachelor’s degree in psychology, she was deeply interested in the body-mind connection and inspired by the beauty of a paradigm that looks to the elements in nature to understand disharmony in the body. She received her Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from The Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences in 2010 and is nationally certified as a Diplomat of Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Jessica has treated hormonal imbalances, depression, anxiety, skin conditions, autoimmunity, digestive issues and has enjoyed supporting women in all stages of pregnancy. As a practicing massage therapist in the Bay Area for 20 years, she specializes in Deep Tissue and joint mobilization techniques. Often drawing from other modalities such as Acupressure, Trigger Point Therapy, Chi Nei Tsang, and Thai Massage, she approaches her bodywork sessions with an exploratory mindset and is known as a strong, grounding and intuitive therapist. Jessica believes wholeheartedly in the body’s resilience and aims to empower her patients to take a proactive role in their health by counseling them in diet, exercise, meditation, and other lifestyle changes. Available at Glen Park.
Tom Dempsey, CMT
Massage and Specialized Bodywork
His study of movement and energy within the practice of the martial art Aikido led to Tom’s initial study of massage therapy over 20 years ago. He has practiced massage in San Francisco for many years and enjoys working with people with a variety of therapeutic needs and wishes.
Tom trained initially with Judith McKinnon at the McKinnon Institute in Swedish/Esalen massage. He expanded his training to include Shiatsu, lymphatic and deep tissue massage techniques, and prenatal massage. Tom recently pursued training in Neuromuscular Therapy, and study with Tom Hendrickson of the Hendrickson Method Institute of Orthopedic Massage and Manual Therapy (LINK: www.hendricksonmethod.com) His continuing study has enabled Tom to effectively treat an array of orthopedic conditions for pain relief, and help patients rehabilitate following trauma or injury. Available at Glen Park and Bernal. Available at Glen Park, and Bernal.
Antonella Soldaini, L.Ac.
Acupuncture
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As a native of Italy, I began my medical practice 35 years ago as a registered nurse. I then moved to California and pursued my Masters in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine. I have extensive experience in treating stress related disorders such as insomnia, fatigue, depression, anxiety and cravings, Women’s health such as PMS, menopause and infertility and injuries and pain management.
I’m a second year student practitioner of Heavenly Essence Qi gong System Te Yi medicinal Qi Gong, which is a healing modality that focuses on using focused intent and subtle hands on techniques to restore the body back to a balanced, healthy state. It is a system that was developed in China utilizing the most potent esoteric practices from three different Qigong systems, and it is excellent for those people who are too fearful, sensitive or weak for needles and are seeking a healing form that is non-invasive. It is an excellent choice for children and elderly or chronically ill patients that have not responded to conventional treatments.
I’m a caring and nurturing professional who strives to help patients understand their health and encourage them to take active part in their own healing process. To me, the goal of Chinese Medicine is to restore balance, which is attained by treating the root cause of the illness through the use of acupuncture, herbs, moxibustion, cupping therapy, dietary and lifestyle changes. Available at Bernal Heights.
Chris is a seasoned massage therapist with more than 12 years’ experience working with a diverse clientele. He is trained in a variety of eastern and western modalities and offers a blend of specialized techniques and a customized approach to each session. In recent years, his focus has been on deep tissue/deep Swedish, sports massage, and injury relief and prevention. He is passionate about creating a safe and comfortable atmosphere and providing massage that promotes healing and results in an overall enhanced well-being.
Chris graduated from the National Holistic Institute and has received additional training in pre-natal techniques, PNF stretching, post-event sports massage, and trigger point therapy. Available at Bernal, and Noe Valley.
Jessica Ogawa CMT
Massage
Tate Dannemiller CMT
Massage
Tate is a soft-spoken soul who believes in bodywork as a vehicle to facilitate personal and spiritual growth. Knowing each person is a world unto themselves, he strives to listen deeply with his hands to provide an individualized experience where each person is held in safety and respect. He was trained in a range of modalities at one of the Bay Area’s oldest and most respected massage schools, San Francisco School of Massage and Bodywork and, with his musical background and endless curiosity about the human body, uses his rhythmic and dynamic touch to soothe and uplift. Available at Glen Park, and Bernal Heights.
Zhi “Rina” Liu, L.Ac
Acupuncture
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Growing up on the plains of Inner Mongolia, Rina has been familiar with traditional Chinese medicine since childhood. Compelled by its restorative powers, Rina has explored the inner workings of Eastern and Western medicine. Now practiced in techniques, including Acupuncture, Cupping, Moxa, and Tui Na, Rina is ready to put her knowledge to use.
In her experiences, Rina has remedied sports injuries and trauma using acupuncture and therapeutic body works; common chronic problems such as insomnia and anxiety with scalp acupuncture; and skin conditions, such as eczema, acne, and age spots with herbal medicine.
Devoted to the spirit of care, Rina is also working as a cosmetologist. She hopes, by combining acupuncture and cosmetology, she can improve both the internal and external parts of the body, delaying the process of aging and promoting a healthier, longer life. Available at Glen Park.
Emily Haddad, L.Ac
Acupuncture
Emily is a California licensed acupuncturist and herbalist. She received her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco. Her clinical training included internships at Glide Memorial Clinic, ACTCM Community Clinic, the Women’s Resource Center and San Quentin State Prison. Through this training she has seen firsthand how Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can improve physical, spiritual and emotional well being in entire communities by closing the health equity gap. She enjoys working with people at every stage of their health journey, incorporating the many modalities of Chinese Medicine such as herbs, moxibustion, cupping, acupuncture and nutrition guidance. As a general practitioner she believes in using a collaborative approach and works alongside people to help them step into their full potential as healthy, dynamic beings. Available at Noe Valley.
Patricia Kim, LAc
Acupuncture and Massage
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Patrica is very passionate about her work in treating various conditions related to pain management, mental-emotional and spiritual health, internal medicine, facial rejuvenation, women’s health, pelvic floor disorders, digestive issues, and orthopedics/ sports medicine.
She integrates the ancient Japanese method of abdominal palpation (Fukushin Kampo) to aid in diagnosis, which is part of her classical herbal training from the Institute of Canonical East Asian Medicine. She is also certified in sports medicine acupuncture and is experienced in pelvic floor dry needling.
For many years, Patricia worked in the demanding field of science research and the fast-paced NYC corporate world, where her health went into a downward spiral. This sparked her journey into self-discovery, where she was led to a transformative meditation practice that revealed the powerful mindbody-spirit connection and ultimately inspired her to become a healer.
Patricia received her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine degrees, along with a certificate in Medical Qigong from ACTCM at CIIS. Prior to studying TCM, she earned a BA in Psychology and a Master’s in Biomedical Chemistry. Available at Noe Valley.
Sica, CMT
Massage
A sixth-generation San Franciscan, Sica has massaged in the bay area for 13 years. After receiving her BA in photography and sculpture from UC Santa Cruz in 2003, Sica pursued careers in art education and in-home care. Applying these experiences she transitioned into the healing arts and graduated from the National Holistic Institute in 2011. Applying the skills used in one-on-one care, Sica refined her practice and clinical skills working with professional athletes, those recovering from injuries, and prenatal clients. Her sports massage is exhilarating, her Abhyanga lymphatic drainage rejuvenating, and her psoas and pelvic floor work creates foundational shifts in movement and awareness in the body.
Sica offers a unique blend of experience, intuition, and knowledge pooled from a background in dance training and yoga practice. She supports clients through injury recovery, and optimal mechanics for sports performance by offering custom stretches and exercises beyond the massage session. Available at Glen Park.
Randall Jong, CMT
Massage
Randall, a graduate of the San Francisco School of Massage and Bodywork, specializes in Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, and Swedish integration. He is passionate about reducing his clients’ stress and pain.
As an avid supporter of a client’s health and wellness, Randall incorporates active listening and accurate bodywork to meet each person’s specific needs. When he’s not doing bodywork, Randall enjoys archery, weight training, and home cooking. Available at Glen Park.
Kate Pryliuk, CMT
Massage
Розмовляю українською та російською.Kate is a graduate of the San Francisco School of Massage and Bodywork who has a deep fascination with anatomy and targeted, long-lasting healing techniques. She is trained in Swedish massage, Deep Tissue, Neuromuscular Techniques, and Myofascial Release. She is a compassionate listener who strives to provide pain relief thanks to her deep knowledge of anatomy. Kate took the Cadaver Dissection course at Merritt College in Oakland to refine her understanding of body structures and pathologies. She works with clients who have chronic pain, hypermobility, depression, and anxiety.She moved to San Francisco in 2022 from Europe where she worked translating novels. In her free time, Kate voraciously consumes books and caramel lattes, spends lots of time snuggled up with her cat Pepper, and travels often with her wife. Available at Noe Valley.
Maria Carnevale, CMT
Massage
Maria is dedicated to holistic healing, where both the physical and the energetic are honored. Originally from Germany, the Bay Area has been her new home since 2021. Maria is a dedicated student and practitioner of Buddhist meditation for over 10 years and in her free time, she loves to hike and make art.
She is passionate about creating a serene and healing environment where you can unwind and deeply restore. She provides personalized therapeutic experiences and addresses individual needs, whether relieving tension and pain, reducing stress, or promoting an overall sense of balance and peace. Maria specializes in various modalities, including Reiki, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, and Neuromuscular techniques. Available at Glen Park and Noe Valley.
Sia Mansurova, CMT
Massage
My name is Asiya, Arabic word Asiya (آسیا) means “healer”. My journey into bodywork began in 2023 on the Hawaiian island of Maui. During my 29th birthday trip, I discovered that I had healing abilities in my hands. Shortly after, I enrolled in massage school—a decision I consider one of the best I’ve ever made. I was captivated by the field and loved every moment of it. I gave so many hours of bodywork to my friends and family throughout my study.
However, just a month into my studies, I injured my piriformis muscle. This setback led me on a personal journey of recovery and deepened my understanding of body awareness. Through this experience, I gained valuable insights into working with injuries, which now enhances my approach to bodywork. In addition to my bodywork practice, I am now a passionate belly dancer and an avid Pilates enthusiast, my next step would be acquiring a yoga teacher certificate. These pursuits have further expanded my appreciation for movement and body mechanics, complementing my professional skills and contributing to my holistic approach to wellness.
In my practice, I focus primarily on interacting with the client’s nervous system, ensuring it responds effectively to the modalities I use, and I always make sure I am moving according to chi gong principles, moving the energy through my feet to my hips, I encourage the breathwork throughout the session. My favorite techniques include myofascial release, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), holds, energy work and deep tissue work. Many clients report feeling as though they’ve entered a state of trance during our sessions. Available at Noe Valley.
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