Naturopathic and Acupuncture · Encinitas, CA

Naturopathic Medicine & Acupuncture in Encinitas

Personalized, whole-person care combining naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, herbal medicine, functional lab testing, and integrative wellness support for patients in Encinitas and North County San Diego.

Our Services

Our Services

Six core services for Encinitas-area patients seeking integrative naturopathic and acupuncture care.

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Acupuncture

Traditional & ear acupuncture for natural pain management, stress, sleep, digestion, and well-being. Free Thursday sessions for veterans.

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Fertility Acupuncture

Acupuncture and herbal support for reproductive health — coordinated with IVF/IUI cycles when needed.

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Naturopathic Consultation

Personalized health assessments using specialty lab tests and functional medicine to address root causes.

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Regenerative Injection Therapy

Non-surgical injection options for joint pain, tendon injuries, and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

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Specialty Lab Testing & Health Optimization

Personalized lab testing and wellness plans to help identify root causes of fatigue, hormone imbalance, digestion concerns, immune issues, and metabolic health challenges.

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Customized Herbal Medicine

Traditional Chinese and Western botanical formulas dispensed in-clinic for your individual constitution.

Why MK Integrative

Why Patients Choose MK Integrative Wellness

Naturopathic + Acupuncture, Under One Roof

One dual-credentialed doctor, one truly integrated plan.

Root-Cause, Not Symptom-Chasing

Functional medicine and labs uncover the real why.

Personalized Root-Cause Treatment Plans

Each plan is tailored to your symptoms, lab results, health history, lifestyle, and long-term wellness goals.

Wellness Package Programs

Structured programs designed around your goals.

Custom Herbal Pharmacy On-Site

Individualized formulas dispensed right in clinic.

Whole-Person, Compassionate Care

Mind, body, and spirit — treated with patience.

Where We Work

Areas We Serve

Encinitas & Coastal North County HQ

  • Encinitas
  • Cardiff
  • Leucadia
  • Solana Beach
  • Del Mar
  • Carlsbad
  • Oceanside
  • La Costa
  • La Jolla

Inland North County

  • San Marcos
  • Vista
  • Escondido
  • Rancho Bernardo
  • Rancho Santa Fe
  • Poway
  • San Diego

Greater San Diego County

  • Mira Mesa
  • Carmel Valley
  • La Mesa
  • Chula Vista
  • El Cajon
  • Coronado

Patient Stories

What Our Patients Say

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Cara Clemans
25 August 2026
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I highly recommend MK Integrative Wellness. Dr. Kim is great and very knowledgeable, always taking the time to look at your overall health and listen to your concerns. Reception is also very friendly and helpful!
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Pat Flynn
16 July 2026
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Dr. Kim's acupuncture has helped me tremendously with lower back pain and stiffness. The treatments have helped my overall mobility. He is also trying to help the neuropathy.In my feet. I don't know whether it has gotten noticeably better but it is not getting worse, and that is significant to me. I highly recommend him. His assistant is great as well.
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Marisa Kaproff
15 July 2026
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Great experience all around. My first time getting acupuncture and I felt great afterwards. Definitely recommend
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Jenny Bundlie
12 June 2026
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I’ve been going to Dr Kim for all my ailments! Super easy to schedule and the office staff is great!
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Lauren
1 June 2026
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This was my first acupuncture experience, and I didn’t know what to expect. However, after even one session I noticed a difference. I was shocked and so happy, not to mention the office is very nice and clean. Doctor is awesome, would recommend to anyone wanting to start their acupuncture journey!!
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Jacob Serrano
30 May 2026
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A very nice and quiet place to get acupuncture done owner is nice and very gentle with everything they do would recommend
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Julie Hannan
24 April 2026
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The team here is so friendly and helpful. In just a few sessions Dr Kim has already helped me with muscle issues and nausea I’m so grateful for his kind and calm demeanor and expertise
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Scott Merkel
21 April 2026
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Dr. Kim does a great job of working to understand all the dynamics of a situation so as to offer the best possible course of treatment. I had an autonomic nervous system issue that came on based on a confluence of factors. He was patient, present and honest about the timeline and scope of care he could offer. I felt better after each treatment and over time, with his recommendations made a lot of progress. I’d recommend anyone with chronic pain or nervous system related issues to see Dr. Kim.
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Marci McMurray
12 March 2026
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Great experience! Dr. Kim is very knowledgeable and I am seeing positive results in just a few visits. I found him because he takes my insurance and that's a huge bonus for me when so many acupuncturists don't take it. The drive is worth it! I'd recommend him to anyone who asks.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a naturopathic doctor?

A naturopathic doctor (ND) is a board-certified physician trained in both modern biomedical science and traditional natural medicine. NDs use diet, lifestyle, botanical medicine, nutritional supplements, and other modalities to address the root cause of disease and support the body’s innate healing capacity.

Does acupuncture hurt?

Most patients are surprised at how comfortable acupuncture is. We use very thin, single-use sterile needles. You may feel a brief, gentle sensation as a needle is placed; most people then describe deep relaxation during treatment — many fall asleep on the table.

Do you offer free acupuncture for veterans?

Yes. As a VA Authorized Provider proudly caring for veterans, we offer all veterans a FREE acupuncture session every Thursday at their first appointment. Call us at 760.388.9809 to schedule.

Do you accept insurance?

We accept many insurance plans for acupuncture services and can provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Please call our office to confirm coverage for your specific plan and service.

What conditions do you treat?

We support patients with natural pain management, infertility and healthy pregnancy, hormone imbalance, digestive issues, anxiety and stress, sleep, immune support, weight loss, detoxification, smoking cessation, adjunct cancer care, and many more — always with a personalized, root-cause approach.

How long is a first appointment?

Initial naturopathic consultations are typically 60–90 minutes so we can take a thorough history, review labs, and design your individualized treatment plan. Follow-up and acupuncture visits are usually shorter. We’ll confirm timing when you schedule.

Begin Your Wellness Journey

Schedule a personalized health assessment with Dr. Kim. We treat the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — with integrative naturopathic and acupuncture care designed around your goals.