Japanese lineage acupuncture
The Dr. Bear Method — truly painless, lineage-specific.
ICEAM Fellow-certified practice in the tradition of Anryu Iwashina — not textbook acupuncture adapted for a spa menu.
Japanese lineage acupuncture differs from common community-style practice in precision, palpation, and needle technique. Training under Master Iwashina (Dr. Bear) emphasizes diagnosis through touch and treatment that most patients experience as painless.
David Toone is a Diplomate and Fellow of the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine (ICEAM) and serves as Associate and Clinical Instructor — credentials that reflect direct transmission, not weekend certifications.
What to expect
- Unhurried first visit with palpation-led diagnosis
- Fine needles, minimal sensation, often deeply relaxing
- Clear treatment plan with tapering frequency toward independence
- Integration with herbal or structural care when clinically indicated
Questions about whether this fits your case?
Book a free consult. We'll review your history honestly and recommend a starting point — or a referral if needed.