"Two years ago, my varicose vein symptoms had become so severe that I was told my only option for relief would be to undergo a vein stripping procedure. I was not comfortable with this being my only option. At this point, my primary care doctor suggested seeing Maria for acupuncture and herbs. After 4 sessions I began noticing relief in my symptoms and visual improvement in my veins. Surprisingly, I no longer needed to use my compression socks. I am very happy that I was able to opt-out of surgery. In addition, I have felt an overall improvement in my immune system and my allergies are well controlled. Two years later, I continue to come in regularly for maintenance and could not be happier with my decision"

I was looking for a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner in March 2018 to help with recurring stomach issues. In the past, I have had successful acupuncture treatments for a locked jaw. Therefore, I am a believer in holistic and natural methods of healing. I try to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a clean diet while staying active physically and spiritually. I appreciated Dr. Torres’s approach and calm demeanor. I like that she asks a lot of questions to make sure she has a full scope of symptoms and potential causes and takes her time talking with you. Just after one treatment, I felt more relaxed and slept extremely soundly. After about five treatments in conjunction with daily herbs, my stomach problems were beginning to resolve.

I have been seeing Dr. Torres as a patient for approximately one year for Post-Lyme or Chronic Lyme Syndrome. I noticed a relaxation response after the first session, a slowing down of my heart and breath rates, and a sense of well-being. The biggest difference I have noticed in increasing to two sessions a week is a shift in the quality of my sleep. I now sleep deeply and soundly. After I leave a session, the colors outside are brighter, the sounds more distinct, and the moments slower. People have commented on my changed appearance: I’ve lost weight, my skin has more color, I have more energy. I feel one of the greatest gifts that Dr. Torres brings to her sessions is a great sense of optimism and hope, both in the work and in the patient’s own capacity for healing.

There is no question that acupuncture and herbs have helped my overall wellness and health. It has been slow, and I may never fully recover my thyroid and adrenal wellness, but Dr. T has helped me live with more energy and alertness little by little, and I will not stop. It is important to me to be wholly involved in my own healthcare. She takes a comprehensive interest in all of her patients. With Dr. Torres, we are teaming it; there is a relaxed and informative back-and-forth that never feels hurried. She has so much integrity and care, which is so important. Dr. T is an exceptional practitioner. She loves her work and is very experienced. I have recommended her to others several times.

Acupuncture with Dr. Torres has changed my life. Dr Torres was compassionate, patient, and thorough in getting to know me and explaining the process of acupuncture. During the process I felt tension in my body release, my hips shook, leg twitched, and neck cracked all of their own volition. After checking in and removing the needles I felt like a child in my body, vibrant, full, and alive. I’ve continued sessions with Dr Torres over the past year. Regular acupuncture with such a grounded, centered practitioner has me leaving each session feeling revitalized and aligned, as if the sky has opened for me.

Maria Cristina Torres Moore rescued me from a prolonged, deep-seated Covid-19 illness. Cristina’s herbal Chinese medicine formulas and careful, nuanced advice expelled this virus from my system and did so in a way that felt natural but powerful. These herbs stood their ground, and Cristina truly looks and listens. Cristina respects your experience, instincts, and input and lends her vast knowledge to the moment. She is practical, thoughtful, and supportive. Cristina has a rare breadth of healthcare knowledge, having begun her career as an M.D. in Mexico and serving as a consultant in the pharmaceutical industry before turning to Chinese medicine and other holistic modalities.