Community Acupuncture Project of West Seattle

Amazing experience. I have chronic back pain and acupuncture has helped me manage that pain better than any drug therapy or invasive procedure! I’ve received treatment from all three acupuncturists and they all are wonderful!

I recently went back with Amare who is now 16 months and I just wanted to give an update.
Hi Sonja,
I just wanted to tell you that Amare pooped 3 times in 3 hours after treatment. He also slept until 6am! (The past two weeks he’s been waking up at 3am and 5am then a final wake at 6am) His congestion was immediately better after treatment as well! Man, we love acupuncture! I was surprised how well he did considering he hadn’t had treatments for more than 6 months and now that’s he’s 16 months and doesn’t nurse as much during the session!

Lovely experience

I’ve been to this place a few times & I’ve seen both acupuncturists. They are both good but I’ll probably only go back to lynn unless the schedule doesn’t permit. There are two treatment rooms, one up the other downstairs. Upstairs is quite a bit warmer so if you’re cold natured I suggest the upstairs room.

I am very grateful for the healing care I have received at CAP –West Seattle. Today was my 5^th visit. I’ve dealt with serious health concerns in the past year, and came here to be treated for the stress associated with those more serious conditions. I’ve been to all 3 practitioners, which is the way it works here (depending on the day and time I was able to arrange a visit) and would recommend all 3 practitioners, who have always treated me with compassion and concern. I’ve always been skeptical about acupuncture because I don’t understand how it works, but the acupuncture points Lynn worked into my treatment plan have worked like magic so far. I’m more calm, focused, and alert now than I’ve been in almost a year.
The setting is community-​oriented, so there are no private rooms, but it doesn’t matter. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed, and the anti-​anxiety acupuncture treatment works so well that once the needles are in, you don’t even care if you’re sharing space with 3 other people. CAP has competent and kind practitioners who have made acupuncture affordable so that people who need 2 – 5 treatments a week are able to make it happen.
Glad that this wonderful, healing place exists in West Seattle.

I went to CAP to help with tendinitis my right ankle and vascular issues. It was painful if I was walking long distances. After 4 series of treatments I am better and my ankle is not as swollen and painful as when I first started. Lynn is great! I am very grateful to CAP in helping with my many issues, including my point of courage.

Super super deal! I have been hesitant to drop a bunch of money to try Acupuncture but when a friend pointed me to the sliding scale and high recommend of Community Acupuncture Project I gave it a whirl. So far I have worked directly with two of the three practitioners and they are both fabulous. I really enjoy coming here. The only downside, if you call it that, is you are in a room with other people so you don’t get the silence and privacy of your own room, so if that kind of thing bugs you, drop the coin and go with a more standard route. Really it doesn’t bother me. I dig it. Thank you!!!

Wowee zowee!
I went in to take care of a very specific and acute issue that I wanted alleviated in short order. No pressure, Ladies of Community Acupuncture Project. Needless to say, my request was fulfilled in no time flat.
Sonja, the clinic’s owner, is a darling and was concerned that we had little time to get my body in order by my set date. I started going in to see her, Lynn, and Caitlin 5 – 7 days a week for around 3 weeks. When I returned to my doc for a check-​up, the issue I’d been getting treated via acupuncture had all but resolved. Zoiks! Talk about awesome!
Now don’t let the sliding scale thing make ya think this is some scruffy acupuncture space where used needles are scattered about the floor. Pish posh! Have a cup of tea in the waiting area before your session, then enter one of the two inviting treatment rooms in which meditative music is played softly (yes, I’m talking flutes and forest sounds) and kick back in a comfy recliner. Don’t forget to take off your shoes and to grab a pillow and blanket if you’d like. There can typically be between 2 to 6 people per room, give or take. Everyone who visits seems to have the same goal in mind: to enjoy an hour of meditative quiet while they allow their body to heal. It’s really quite a cool experience.
The Ladies of Acupuncture here know their craft and are the real deal. The sliding scale makes the sessions super affordable so that one can get to the clinic as often as they’d like. Oh and their online scheduling system and their 7-​day-​a-​week clinic schedule makes it a snap to get in to see an acupuncturist.
Get in there and heal thy body.

I depend on the clinic for consistent great treatment. I’m recovering from injury and surgery and can afford the frequency of treatment I need while I recover. On line scheduling is so easy. Love this place!

Great concept! Very nice people who know what they are doing and take time to understand your goals from treatment. Could not be happier and find all the practitioners to be caring and attentive. It is a drive for us, but well worth it. Wear loose clothing and prepare to heal and relax thoroughly.

What a wonderful place! Modest in décor, yet extreme in care and compassion.
I felt at ease even though this was my first time seeking long term results from acupuncture. The woman (Sonya?) listened closely with out judgment to my current concerns, but also asked about my history and future plans. I’ve only gone 3 times and I feel a slight difference in my body. I hope to have a full recovery by the time my six weeks are up… With that said I know will probably need follow up maintance treatments.
The bis model is excellent! As a small business owner I find that affordable health care a distant dream. This place proves that isn’t always true!
Thanks Ladies, you are doing great work!

I’ve been going to the clinic regularly for over a month and am overwhelmingly satisfied with the care, healing, and overall atmosphere and ease. My first visit was also the very first time I’d tried acupuncture (I was seeking treatment for chronic post-​injury lower back pain when nothing else had helped) and Sonja was thorough and welcoming and made sure my first experience was positive and comfortable. I’ve seen both Lynn & Sonja and their warmth, kindness, and intuitive skill at their medical art is superb. When they ask me «how are you today?» as we begin treatment, I know they truly care. And my chronic pain is nearly abated, and I’ve seen other health benefits as well!
The sliding scale other reviews mention makes it possible for me to receive treatment as often as needed, and the community space is a lovely way to feel not-​so-​alone in the small and large pains and disorders that we all experience during our lives. I’m now deeply committed to the larger project of accessible community acupuncture. If I could give the clinic more than 5 stars, I would!

I have been to this clinic twice: I was treated once by Sonja (who is just as fabulous as her reviews describe) and once by Lynn (who is also wonderful!). Both were warm, thoughtful, kind, and professional. I love that you might stay as long as you like, and it was cool to be treated with other people. I also like that both Lynn and Sonja very gently open the door while you are healing– just to check on you and see if you are ready to get up– it kind of reminded me when I was little and my mom would check on me while I was taking a nap. Please try it out and support working class acupuncture!

What a great offering, the clinic atmosphere is welcoming, the treatments top notch and affordable! (there is a minimum fee I think of $ 10/​treatment). I love that I can go online to schedule or change appointments and get reminders via email. Sonja is one of the best practitioners I have had anywhere in the country. The space offers both reclining chairs and tables with soothing music or quiet space. Parking is free on the street so easy to access. I am thrilled to have them here in West Seattle.

$ 10 admin fee on your first visit, fyi. This was ok, I had never done Acupuncture before and the gentleman at the front desk was helpful as well as my tech, can’t recall her name but short hair. She watched me as she inserted the needles, obviously watching and making sure I was comfortable which I greatly appreciated. Only thing I didn’t care for, and I could be a germa fob :) but the blankets were not changed, what if blood got on one and or someone had lice :/

This place is a Godsend! I was frequenting a similar establishment in the Fremont neighborhood, but since moving to West Seattle, it was a bit tricky to commute for my appointments. And then… Community Acupuncture Project arrived to West Seattle! This business is very organized, clean, comfortable and the staff are always professional and incredibly compassionate and considerate. I feel absolutely comfortable in the treatment setting (in fact, I PREFER it over a private session) and I always find myself dozing off for a quick cat nap in their VERY comfortable chairs. I’m so grateful to have this establishment in my neighborhood and have been using it quite frequently.
+ You can schedule your appointments online
+ Sliding payment scale (cash or check only)
+ 6-​days a week availability
+ Community-​based
+ Parking is easy to find
I can’t say enough good things about this place! Thank you CAP for your outstanding customer service and community focus!

Very kind and considerat people willing to help with almost aany and all physical needs. Also the pay as you go sliding scale is a great deal. I feel so comfortable when I go for my weekly treatment. So glad my friend turned me onto this place and it is only two blocks from my bungalow. I hope you too will treat yourself to this most excellent means to health and well being.
Neighborhood: West Seattle
(206) 933‑7891

I’m so excited to be writing this review! I was in Seattle about three weeks ago for a friends wedding. Before I left for Seattle I started getting sick but didn’t think it was too serious. I was very wrong! When I got to Seattle my sickness hit me like a ton of bricks. However, I was determined to attend my friends wedding (I arrived in Seattle on Thursday, wedding was on sunday).
I had tried everything – netipot, steaming, and over the counter cold/​flu medicine and all of these things were helping me in a marginal way. I decided to try acupuncture. I had done acupuncture once for stimulating appetite but it was many years ago. Anyway, I made an appointment online for the Community Acupuncture Project of West Seattle (super convenient!) for the day before the wedding. I spent about an hour getting treated (by Sonja – who is really sweet, warm and welcoming) in a super relaxed and comfortable environment. The room where the treatment takes place is warm and inviting and I actually really enjoyed being around other people while being treated.
When I was done with my appointment I left feeling so much better! I was able to breathe more fully within an hour after being treated. I was able to taste my food because my sinuses were more clear and I actually had an appetite. And above all I felt well enough to make it to the wedding the next day.
Community Acupuncture Project is awesome! please support this wonderful community resource!

I’ve been to community acupuncture clinics all over the country and I love this clinic. Great hours, knowledgable practitioners who really listen to my needs each visit and treat me accordingly. The sliding scale prices keep it affordable if I need multiple visits in one week.

I saw a sign about the Community Acupuncture Project on a signboard I saw in the Alaska Way Junction. It caught my eye because it said they have a sliding pay scale from $ 15.00 to $ 40.00 and i recently lost my job and was unable to continue acupuncture with my normal practitioner.
I went to their website and was able to make an appt. The web site has information about the type of treatment and what to expect. This is acupuncture in a group environment not a private room.
I arrived for my appointment a few minutes early to fill out paperwork, pay (first time $ 25.00), discuss my problems and get an orientation. I was welcomed by a cheerful woman (i cant remember her name) She explained this was a new location for them so they didn’t have a receptionist yet so she assisted me with paperwork.
She lead me into a warm room that had 5 recliners covered in green blankets. Since this is a new clinic i was the only one in the treatment room. I tried a few different ones until i found one that i liked. I took that one and she inserted the needles. I had needles, in my ear, on my hands, ankles, feet and legs. She then left the room, she checked on me 30 mins later as i had asked her to as I had to leave for another appointment. After 30 mins is when they normally check on you anyhow.
After the needles were removed we discussed treatment recommendation. I will be going back twice a week for 3 weeks.
I felt energized and relaxed afterwards which is how i normally feel after acupuncture. I was seeking treatment for hand and back pain. if you haven’t tried it acupuncture does wonders for both of these problems.