Business Details
13 Years
experience
Affordable Acupuncture Services in Tucson, AZ
Tucson Acupuncture Co-Op Co-Op has been dedicated to providing accessible and affordable healthcare solutions since our founding in 2013. Our community-focused model combines traditional acupuncture and herbal medicine to address chronic pain, manage symptoms, and prevent disease progression for patients of all income levels. With over 77,000 treatments administered, we maintain a sliding scale fee structure that ensures sustainability while prioritizing care for high-risk, disabled, and immunocompromised individuals.Our inclusive approach serves diverse communities regardless of socioeconomic status, offering gender-affirming post-surgery care and maintaining ADA accessibility standards. Through our Backyard Healthcare Project initiative, we continue expanding healthcare access while upholding strict infection control protocols.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Therapeutic Massage
Gender Affirming Care
Community Healthcare
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Offering sliding scale treatments since 2013 to ensure accessibility
- Specialized gender-affirming post-surgery care available
- Maintaining strict mask requirements for vulnerable patient protection
- Community-governed model with board-certified practitioners
- ADA accessible facility with free parking and public transit access
What people say
Affordable pricing
Professional practitioners
Inclusive environment
Effective treatments
Community focus
Services
Acupuncture
Community acupuncture sessions using traditional techniques for pain management and wellness. Treatments last 45-60 minutes in a group setting with licensed practitioners. Addresses chronic conditions and stress-related symptoms while maintaining strict safety protocols for immunocompromised patients.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations complementing acupuncture treatments. Our practitioners prescribe traditional Chinese medicine formulas for digestive issues, hormonal balance, and chronic pain management. All herbs meet quality standards and are dispensed following individualized patient assessments.
Therapeutic Massage
Complementary massage therapy including cupping and cranio-sacral techniques. Specialized gender-affirming post-surgery care available through Fusion Therapeutic Bodywork partners. Sessions focus on muscle tension relief and circulation improvement in private treatment spaces.
Community Healthcare
Backyard Healthcare Project initiatives expanding access to underserved populations. Programs include tax-deductible donation options for Arizona residents and volunteer opportunities for community engagement. Prioritizes care for low-income patients through sliding scale pricing.
Gender Affirming Care
Specialized post-surgery bodywork and acupuncture for transgender patients. Services provided in partnership with Fusion Therapeutic Bodywork through private treatment sessions. Focuses on scar tissue management and overall wellness during transition processes.
People
Cate Maxon
Director
Licensed acupuncturist leading clinic operations and community outreach initiatives since 2013.
C Cotter
Board Member
Registered acupuncturist contributing to policy development and clinical standards maintenance.
Laura Bergland
Board Member
Licensed acupuncturist focusing on patient accessibility programs and practitioner training.
Dee Black
Board Member
Community advocate ensuring inclusivity policies and financial assistance programs implementation.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide acupuncture, herbal medicine, therapeutic massage, and gender-affirming post-surgery care.
How are your prices structured?
Our sliding scale fees range from $30-60 for acupuncture treatments based on income level.
Do you require masks?
Yes, we enforce N95/KN95 or double-masking for all patients to protect vulnerable populations.
Can I claim tax credits for donations?
Arizona residents may claim tax credits for donations through our QCO code 20750.
What is your cancellation policy?
We charge $30-$45 for missed appointments without 24-48 hour notice.
Are new patients welcome?
Yes, we accept new patients with a $15 paperwork fee for first-time visits.
Reviews (6)
Christina Nevins
Oct 14, 2021
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Charged my debit card $70 and I've never even set foot in the place! Idc how nice you are. That's pretty shady business practices. You'll be hearing from my bank
Shelby S.
Sep 02, 2021
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I love what's being done at TACO. It's relaxing, it's effective and dang do they really care about everyone that walks in the door. They work really hard to increase access to acupuncture for EVERYBODY and I love that face masks are required. I really want to know that a clinic is doing what they can to keep me and others safe and out of the hospital. Getting treatments has helped me heal my guts to the point where I no longer have food sensitivities and I am WAY less anxious.
Claryssa A.
Sep 10, 2020
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So unfortunate. Poor service and unprofessional experience and a complete waist of my time. I drive down from across town to this location. I was prepared I read the material online and I scheduled an appointment online. I was there 6 mins before my appointment and was openly discriminated because of my face mask. Last I check every other public place accept. This was my first experience of discrimination and it was completely uncalled for. I even made it a point to note that I medically cannot and I have a doctors note but I am wearing a mask. She still refused service. That's fine though
Amanda S.
Aug 16, 2019
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Acupuncture was suggested for me by my primary care physician to help manage some pain I have been experiencing in my shoulders, neck, and wrist due to computer use/painting/drawing/slouching. After doing a little light reading about what acupuncture is, exactly, I am still mostly unclear about how it works but it has been touted to work for everything from general stress, anxiety/ mental health disorders, sleep disorders, pain management, allergies, and a whole lot of other things. Tucson Acupuncture Co-op offers a sliding scale cost for patients and has a great online reputation so I decided
Angela L.
Jun 30, 2019
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I got my boyfriend a onetime session here to help with allergies, stress, and some head pressure. I had no idea it would benefit him as much as it did. Since it is a Co-op your not by yourself with the facilitator. You're in a group setting with a bunch of lounge chairs in a room where everyone has just received their treatment. The facilitator pricked him in the ears, head, forearms, feet and around the ankles. She said you could leave the needles in for as long as you would like. After she pricked him he said he instantly fell asleep. Once awakening he asked the facilitator if it was
Nana Aj I.
Feb 16, 2019
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Prior to my first visit in January 2019, I had been in constant pain for 30 years. Since my very first appointment I find I am moving around better, less pain, my attitude is extremely better, I am no longer depressed and my arthritic hands no longer constantly pain me! I highly recommend Tucson Acupuncture Co-Op. It works great for me! Thank you Brent, Ellen, Josh and Whitney, I am forever grateful!
