San Diego's Premier Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Facility, Acupuncture Clinic and Wellness Center

Holistic Healing at Essential Medicine

Unlock your body's innate healing power at Essential Medicine, San Diego's top medical-grade Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Facility, Acupuncture Clinic and Wellness Center in La Jolla, CA. Our compassionate integrative physicians believe true healing blossoms from within when nurtured with holistic, emotionally attuned care.

HBOT: State of the Art Healing

Unlock revitalizing healing in San Diego with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) - a cutting-edge treatment accelerating recovery, fortifying immunity, and sharpening mental clarity. Whether rebounding from injury, elevating athletic performance, or finding solace from chronic ailments, our state-of-the-art HBOT services provide a transformative path to optimal well-being.

The Profound Benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Our state-of-the-art chambers saturate your body with pure, healing oxygen - a powerful, innovative treatment promoting recovery and overall vitality. From accelerating injury healing to boosting immunity and mental clarity, experience HBOT's life-changing benefits. This all-encompassing solution transforms how we approach wellness, unlocking your innate healing capabilities through elevated oxygen levels.

  • Enhanced Healing for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

    Accelerate TBI recovery with HBOT, which increases stem cell levels, grows new blood vessels and promotes healing.

  • Effective Concussion Treatment

    Relieve concussion symptoms with HBOT, enhancing brain function and speeding up recovery for improved cognitive clarity.

  • Stroke Recovery Support

    Boost stroke recovery with HBOT, which improves blood flow and oxygen delivery to the brain, aiding rehabilitation and enhancing outcomes.

  • Cognitive Decline and Dementia Care

    Support brain health with HBOT, which shows promise in improving cognitive function and slowing the progression of dementia and Alzheimer’s.

  • Sports Injury Recovery

    Speed up sports injury recovery with HBOT, which reduces inflammation, promotes tissue repair, and enhances healing.

  • Long-COVID Symptom Relief

    Alleviate Long-COVID symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, and shortness of breath with HBOT by increasing oxygen levels and stimulating the production of stem cells.

  • Accelerated Surgical Recovery

    Heal faster after surgery with HBOT, which drives healing and growth factors into to tissues, reduces swelling, and speeds up recovery.

  • Chronic Pain Management

    Effectively manage chronic pain with HBOT, which reduces inflammation and promotes healing for conditions like fibromyalgia and arthritis.

Experience Healing with HBOT in San Diego Today

Our cutting-edge Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, combined with holistic practices, offers a transformative pathway to revitalized well-being. Experience the restorative power of pure, pressurized oxygen as it ignites deep healing. Schedule your appointment today and embark on a journey towards vibrant health with HBOT's extraordinary benefits.

Ancient Wisdom, Modern Wellness: Transformative Acupuncture

Experience the perfect fusion of ancient wisdom and modern wellness with our Acupuncture services, in San Diego, CA. At Essential Medicine we bring the time-honored practice of acupuncture into the 21st century, offering a holistic approach that harmonizes your body's natural energy with today's advanced health techniques. Soothe your nervous system while finding yourself restored to a state of thriving homeostasis.

  • Natural Pain Relief

    Reduce pain without medications. Our acupuncture targets the root cause, providing lasting relief from chronic back pain, migraines, and arthritis.

  • Stress and Anxiety Reduction

    Ease stress and anxiety. Acupuncture calms your mind and body, offering deep relaxation and mental clarity.

  • Improved Sleep Quality

    Enjoy restful nights. Acupuncture improves sleep by regulating natural rhythms and addressing insomnia.

  • Enhanced Energy and Vitality

    Boost your energy. Acupuncture increases vitality, combating fatigue and enhancing daily productivity.

  • Balanced Hormones

    Achieve hormonal balance. Acupuncture helps regulate menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, and other hormonal imbalances.

  • Better Digestive Health

    Improve your gut health. Acupuncture relieves IBS, bloating, and other gastrointestinal issues for smoother digestion.

  • Strengthened Immune System

    Boost your immunity. Regular acupuncture enhances your immune system, making you more resilient to illnesses.

  • Holistic Wellness

    Embrace holistic health. Our acupuncture treats the whole person, not just symptoms, for a balanced and comprehensive approach to well-being.

Connection Somatics: A Neuroscience-Guided Path to Healing Complex Trauma

This groundbreaking approach integrates the latest findings in neuroscience with somatic practices, providing an attachment oriented holistic framework for understanding and healing complex trauma. By focusing on the interconnectedness of neural pathways and bodily sensations, Connection Somatics offers a comprehensive method for addressing the deep-seated impacts of trauma. It emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with the body’s innate wisdom and leveraging this connection to foster resilience and recovery.

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    Liberate yourself from the relentless chronic symptoms and emotional turmoil associated with PTSD.

  • Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)

    Manage the multifaceted symptoms of complex trauma with innovative strategies.

  • Childhood Trauma

    Heal the enduring long-term effects of early-life trauma and complex attachment issues.

  • Anxiety Disorders

    Reduce anxiety symptoms through the integration of somatic and neural techniques.

  • Depression:

    Alleviate depressive symptoms by reconnecting with your body’s innate wisdom.

  • Relationship Issues

    Improve relationship dynamics by healing attachment wounds and fostering healthier connections.

  • Chronic Pain

    Address somatic manifestations of trauma that contribute to persistent pain.

  • Addiction and Substance Abuse

    Understand and tackle the underlying trauma that fuels addictive behaviors.

  • Somatic Symptoms and Psychosomatic Disorders

    Resolve and heal the lasting physical symptoms that originate from profound psychological distress.

  • Low Motivation and Lack of Drive

    Reignite your passion and motivation by addressing trauma-related blocks.

Our Infrared Sauna Oasis: Unwind in Our Tranquil Retreat for Mind and Body

Discover Essential Medicine's Infrared Sauna Oasis, a serene oasis of wellness and tranquility nestled in the heart of La Jolla, San Diego. Immerse yourself in this unique sanctuary, where cutting-edge infrared sauna technology harmonizes with the calming ambiance of our coastal locale. Designed to rejuvenate both body and mind, our state-of-the-art facilities offer a peaceful escape from the stresses of everyday life. Embrace the transformative power of infrared sauna therapy, harnessing its myriad benefits, including detoxification, pain relief, improved circulation, and enhanced overall well-being.

A Sanctuary of Balance and Harmony

Step into a space of tranquility, meticulously designed to foster healing from the moment you arrive. At our beautiful La Jolla clinic, we take pride in offering the ultimate wellness experience, where every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to soothe your senses.

Meet our team

  • Dr. Jools Candelaria, DACM, L.Ac

    Clinic Director
    Acupuncturist | Herbalist
    Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapist
    Womb & Chronic Pain Specialist

  • Dr. Chris Phillippi, DACM, L.Ac

    Clinic President
    Connection Somatics Therapist
    Hyperbaric Oxygen Program Founder
    Trauma Release Specialist

  • Other Featured Healing Artists

    Dr. Heather Low | New Clinic Director & Acupuncturist
    Dr. Chloé Bañales | New Acupuncturist
    Jerome McKinzie | Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapist

“I had the most healing experience here! My expectations were blown out of the water, the space is absolutely beautiful and the acupuncture treatment I received was incredible. I left my appointment feeling total bliss in my body, completely renewed and rejuvenated!”

— Jessica D., Essential Medicine client

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