Double Happiness Health

Run, don’t walk — er, that is if you can :-) — to Double Happiness Health.
All of the acupuncturists and masseuses are amazing. Christine has built herself a fantastic team there.
I found myself at San Francisco General Hospital today, in Urgent Care. Nothing wrong with that, and God bless General for offering it. However the doctor I saw was very vague as to what had caused to my issue, and her recommendation was to throw some drugs at it.
An afternoon trip to Double Happiness: I ended up much freer in movement, with a clear diagnosis, excellent massage, some physical manipulation and acupuncture, and some self-​help exercises to take home.
I am lying here with the final treatment: a crisp glass of cool wine, celebrating my good fortune to live in a city where we have such great specialists as Double Happiness Health.

2011 my first time with DHH, Christine helped me with my LBP and knee pain that I injured that did not heal properly few years from wake boarding. January of 2012 came back for fertility few months later it was a success we have a healthy beautiful baby girl… Thanks Christine!

My experience with Mia Stableford was wonderful. When I arrived for the appointment she greeted me warmly and made me feel immediately at ease. I found the room very calm and spacious.
During our session she methodically worked through patches of tension and I could feel each spot relax after she was done. She used the perfect amount of pressure.
Mia has a very positive and calm energy about her and it shows during her sessions. The massage felt relaxing and healing. I will definitely return!

I’ve been coming here to see Christine for the past two months. I was a little apprehensive about needles being stuck in me, but it was a non-​issue. I barely feel the needle go in, other than a really slight prick. I look forward to my appointments now since I get to take a nap!
Christine is really caring and knows her stuff! She listens to what my ailments are and happily answers every question I have thoroughly. She used to be a massage therapist and has pursued a career in acupuncture. I had tingling from my elbow to my fingertips, which freaked me out because I was thinking ‘nerve damage’! Christine treated me and I swear it went away right after! She also gives an awesome, albeit brief, massage when I tell her my neck/​shoulders are tight.
Parking is a breeze since its in Potrero Hill and her rate is about right, $ 80 per hour session. You can use an FSA account to offset the costs, too. Her receptionist/​medical biller is really sweet and nice. All in all, highly recommend!

Where is the 6^th star when you need it?
I have been going to DH for about 4 years.
It was Christine Friel who brought me back to life, not the specialists after my accident.
Christine is so much more than just a acupuncture superstar, massage goddess, healer, health guru, feel good champion, calming force, …
. She is «Dr. Friehl Good»
I experienced more than I could ever expect: I received healing and I received care-​delivered though passion, intuition, knowledge and always with a calming touch and a smiling face.
I cannot say enough good things about her and all of her staff. Everybody has been exceptional!

I have been a client of Double Happiness Health for over 4 years and cannot possibly imagine going elsewhere. I absolutely adore Christine — she is truly a gifted healer. She is caring, knowledgeable, personable, flexible, and passionate about her work.
Recently I had the opportunity to see Mia, a new acupuncturist a DHH. After all these years with Christine I never thought I would see a different acupuncturist. But I loved my session with Mia. She has all the same wonderful qualities that Christine has!
I recently injured one of my knuckles and it has been really slow to heal. And I have always been a restless sleeper. Mia recommended a few new ideas, including taking tumeric, to address inflammation and cool down my core body temperature at night. And it has been great for both. My knuckle is getting much better and my sleep is better than ever.
Double Happiness Health is one of my favorite finds in the city. I have referred no less than 10 people and all have come away happy and feeling better. Whether you see Christine or Mia, you will get a knowledgeable caring healer to help you with your problem. I wish I could give them 6 stars!

I started seeing Christine Friel when I went through an immune system problem. Prior to this, I had never explored acupuncture or holistic medicine as forms of treatment — I am definitely a technology major with a natural affinity towards western medicine. However she came highly recommended on Unilocal and I decided to try her out.
Christine is a very thorough and knowledgeable acupuncturist. She takes the time to walk through new symptoms/​improvements in every session and will recommend dietary changes or meditation to supplement the acupuncture. Because she is so good, often times it is hard to get an appointment (especially for someone with a busy schedule who can only make it in the evenings). However, it is worth the wait and I recommend setting up recurring appointments.
Street parking is easy to find. Her therapy rooms are spotless and relaxing and she always has great background music :). Yes, I’ve asked her for a playlist or two. My body is now back at equilibrium and I have I have discontinued acupuncture but I highly recommend exploring it as a treatment method. Double Happiness Health and Christine are a great choice if you are looking for an acupuncturist.

My Pilates instructor recommended the studio and told me about a Bloomspot groupon so I made an appointment with Mia. As a Hill dweller I was surprised I hadn’t known about DHH and loved the energy of the space. Mia offered a delicious full body massage with exactly the right pressure, finding and releasing tender spots on my back. It was a welcome reminder of how much my body needs deep tissue work (in addition to my regular yoga, acupuncture, Pilates, and bodywork). Thank you. I’ll be back soon!

Christine Friel is an amazing healer. Whenever I visit her, I wonder why it took me so long to make an appointment. She’s positive, supportive, and able to figure out exactly how to fix what ails you.

DOUBLE Happiness is where it’s at. Christine is an intuitive acupuncturist who honed her skills as a massage therapist for eight years prior to deepening and expanding her knowledge with acupuncture. Best complementary career. AND you just have to make an appointment with the massage therapist Paulene to complement Christine’s treatment. Oh man, if you really want DOUBLE Happiness and maximize your health care, this is the way to go.

I love Double Happiness Health! I can’t say enough great things about Christine Friel and her staff. Christine has a phenomenal amount of experience, knowledge and intuition when it come to the body and how it works and it is so apparent every time I go in to see her. She is a great listener and genuinely cares about her patients. DHH provides a wonderfuly peaceful and caring healing environment.
I had never had acupuncture before DHH and to be honest was a little apprehensive about having needles stuck in me. I decided to go because I was looking for alternative solutions to some stomach stuff and a shoulder problem that I had been having for a couple years. I found that my regular doctor was not taking enough time to really help me and I had to take matters into my own hands. The acupuncture, body work and herbs that Christine provided me at DHH are the ONLY thing that has provided me with relief and I can not thank her enough. Acupuncture as it turns out is not as scary as I thought, especially because it provides pain relief! One of the many great things about Dr. Friel is that if she finds that something is not helping your problem, then she changes routes and she always finds something that helps. Her goal is always for you feel better. If she feels that someone else can help you more she does not hesitate to refer to you whomever she feels would be great. She is an amazing acupuncturist, alternative healer, healthcare provider and health coach.
Dr. Friel is my biggest health advocate and I feel so lucky to have found her at Double Happiness Health. My advice to anyone looking for an acupuncturist, nutritionist or just someone that can help as a health coach, don’t waste your time anywhere going anywhere else, Christine is the best– go to DHH. Whatever your problem is, I am confident that Dr. Friel can help! She has helped me tremendously and I can not thank her enough :-)

Christine is the most amazing person and an absolute expert in Acupuncture, trauma and making the body feel whole again. I’ve been to her regularly the past 2 years and I can honestly say, she’s improved the quality of my life! She deserves every good review she gets and I would recommend anyone looking for a good acupuncturist to call Christine! But don’t forget to book early :)

Christine is a true healer and advocate for care. I have been through some very tough times over the last few years and Christine has been supportive beyond any expectation I could have had of a health care professional. I can honestly say that Christine has been the backbone of my health care.
The Double Happiness Health office is spa like and incredibly relaxing. Also — street parking is free and abundant!!!
I could not recommend Double Happiness Health more highly. I am grateful and blessed to go there each week and keep my health and happiness on track.
Love you guys!!! Miss you!!!

This place has gotten even better with the addition of Paulina — the top masseuse from SenSpa. You can now get a great massage — and Paulina does everything sports, swedish etc. — for much less than you’d have to pay at SenSpa. Really good news for penny pinched me.

I love Christine Friel & Double Happiness Health… but note that she’s an acupuncturist… NOT a chiropractor! Unilocal made a mistake of also putting her in this category.
I do recommend her highly though!

I first started visiting Christine and Double Happiness Health when I had just sustained a severe back injury. I didn’t want to go down the surgery road – at least not yet.
Christine not only helped with the pain, but she worked with me to help me understand what I was doing on a day to day basis that was contributing to my pain, and what exercises I could do to rehabilitate myself.
Since then she has helped me with severe arm pain due to computer work, crazy monthly woman problems, and anything else that might be going on in my body.
I always go in feeling like there’s no hope for me, and leave energetic, confident and at peace. I’ve visited other acupuncturists, and they help with the symptoms. But Christine helps me, on all levels. She is a true healer – intuitive and inquisitive.
I’m thankful to have had her in my life over the past few years.

I feel so lucky to have found this practice. I have been coming to Double Happiness for almost a year now, and what a positive impact it has been on my life.
Not only will you find experienced, caring treatment — but you will be blessed to find a truly gifted mentor and guide for your health. Christine is a «mega bank» of knowledge to help you achieve your goals and optimal health. I really can’t imagine going anywhere else!
Some tangibles for me to share…
1. I haven’t gotten sick since I started going to Christine (except for an unfortunate bout of food poisoning). This is especially remarkable as I was getting sick every 3 months prior to receive treatment from her.
2. Double Happiness is a well run practice. Christine must either have a phenomenal memory or she takes very detailed notes. I walk out of there each time feeling as if I have received treatment and an education about my health based upon my ever evolving health.
3. My treatment is always personalized and unique. No treatment ruts here!
4. If you drive, parking is soooo easy and free. Major plus.
5. Christine is a resource. If your current issue is best treated by a few different remedies — she can set you in the right direction.
Go! go! Go! You are already missing out… don’t hesitate to incorporate something this special into your health routine.

Christine Friel, acupuncturist: «Dr. Frielgood» is a good start for what she offers.
I was the world’s biggest skeptic when I first went to her a few weeks ago. I’ve got more issues than a subscription to People. I profess to hate Western medicine, but those doctors keep … pulling me … back … in.
Tummy stuff, migraines, and knots the size of golf balls in my back and shoulder. My attitude was all: Yeah, pin lady. Let’s see if you can fix THIS.
SHE CAN. This thing happened in my acupuncture session yesterday — I shouldn’t even tell you people — but I swear, I had an out-​of-​body experience there, for solid minutes. Christine hit this point between my shoulder and my neck that must have released something, because a few minutes later it was as if I’d slid up and out, and was hovering a few inches north of my own forehead somewhere.
It was incredible. I knew my body and all its issues were still there, and I could even feel bad for them … like, «Oh, she’ll have to go home and deal with that shoulder thing. That must suck,» but in that moment, I was completely free.
That’s not «like» magic. That actually IS.
I hate to go all Neil Diamond on everyone, but I did think acupuncture was more or less a fairy tale. And I am indeed a believer!

I can’t even begin to express how much Dr Friel– good has enhanced my quality of life. I have had pains in two different areas of my body before I met her. The first area has been cured as far as I am concerned. I have had no more symptoms in that specific area in over a year. The second area we have been working on has improved by eighty percent and I am sure we will achieve the same results.
Dr Friel is smart, precise and effective. I can only say that the proof is in the pudding!

Double Happiness Health is a true healing center in every sense — from the warm, cozy interior to the top notch service. Christine is a true professional who is also very warm, caring, and nurturing. She explains everything about your treatment and the herbs fully and answers all of your questions. And she will thoroughly research your symptoms or condition until she gets to the bottom of what ails you. The needles are applied gently and you’ll arise from the treatment table refreshed and revitalized, feeling like you just had a spa treatment.
I went to her for my very first acupuncture treatment and I couldn’t think of a more gentle or pleasant introduction!