Teresa Rivera

Nest Acupuncture & Wellness

3329 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, CA, 94118-1911

Teresa Rivera attended ACTCM (American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine) in her hometown of San Francisco, and graduated in 2008 with a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She then passed the California Acupuncture State Boards in that same year. She did her internship at the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic with Pam Olton, Davies Stroke Clinic with Stanley Leung, Maxine Hall Health Center with Kenny Morris, The Women’s Health Clinic, and the ACTCM Ear Clinic. Prior to her acupuncture studies, Teresa attended UCLA and NYU where she received her Bachelor’s of Science in Dance Education. She has always been interested in the body, how it moves, it’s different systems, and how it is affected through nutrition, exercise, aging, trauma and psychological, emotional and spiritual life events. Her warmth, spirit, and innate curiosity about everyone she meets makes her the heart of our practice. Don't be surprised if you are lucky to have her treat you at your next embryo transfer, as Teresa finds that holding space with patients during this time to be deeply gratifying. In her spare time, Teresa enjoys taking classes on essential oils, and reading about stones and gems and integrating them into her acupuncture practice. She also takes pleasure in caring for her various orchids and plants, listening to music, attending dance concerts, watching mysteries with her husband, and getting together with friends and family Feel free to call or email her with any questions you have to prepare for your appointment or with your insurance.