Dr. Joyce Cho
Personalized Acupuncture for Pain Relief & Wellness
Experience individualized acupuncture care focused on relieving pain, restoring balance, and supporting your overall well-being.
CA
Licensed acupuncturist
DAcHM
Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
Brea, CA
Orange County clinic
Services
Acupuncture for pain, beauty, and whole-person care
Dr. Cho treats musculoskeletal pain, cosmetic and relaxation therapies, digestion, detox, mental health, women’s health, personal injury, and workers’ compensation cases.
- Back pain
- Headaches
- Sports injuries
- Joint pain
- Arthritis
- Sciatica
- Migraines
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Insomnia
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Pain and injury
Musculoskeletal pain of the head, neck, back, shoulder, ankle, foot, and wrist.
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Cosmetic acupuncture
Anti-aging facial acupuncture, ear acupuncture, and stone therapy for a refreshed, natural look.
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Relaxation therapies
Relaxation acupuncture with aromatherapy and infrared dome therapy to settle the nervous system.
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Digestive health
Support for gastrointestinal concerns including indigestion, constipation, and diarrhea.
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Detox and related care
Care related to detox, obesity, allergies, and atopy as part of a broader wellness plan.
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Mental health support
Acupuncture for insomnia, stress, anxiety, and depression alongside your other care.
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Women’s health
Support for perimenopausal symptoms, infertility, and PMS.
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Personal injury and workers’ compensation
Treatment for auto accidents and workplace injuries, with documentation support for personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.
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Treatments
Rebalance, Restore & Renew
We specialize in treating a wide range of conditions. At our clinic, we take a holistic approach to pain relief and mental wellness.
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Acupuncture
Fine, sterile needles placed at carefully selected points to stimulate the body’s natural healing response, support circulation, and help regulate the nervous system.
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Frequency Heat Therapy
Specialized therapeutic equipment to deliver controlled frequency-based energy that generates gentle heat within deeper tissues.
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Cupping Therapy
Gentle suction on the skin and underlying tissues to encourage circulation and release muscular and fascial tension.
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Moxibustion
Therapeutic warmth to selected acupuncture points or areas of the body using traditional mugwort-based herbal heat or modern electronic moxibustion.
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Personalized Herbal Tea
Rather than using the same herbal tea for everyone, we select herbs based on an individualized consultation and assessment of your symptoms and wellness needs.
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Hand Therapy Acupuncture
Care that begins in the hands
This style of acupuncture treats the hands as a complete map of the body — a compact reflection of the systems they connect to.
Traditional Chinese medicine describes meridians as channels that move Qi and blood through every region. Needling selected points on the palms and fingers can encourage steadier circulation, ease the nervous system, and help the body find its own equilibrium.
Because those points correspond to organs, joints, and other areas far from the hand itself, focused treatment here may ease lingering discomfort, support day-to-day wellbeing, and leave you feeling more restored.
Sessions stay gentle and needle-based only on the hands, offering a calm, whole-person way to settle tension without treating the rest of the body directly.
5-star reviews
See what patients are saying
Recent words from people who received care from us.
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5 out of 5 stars
I want to thank Joyce from Sunlight Acupuncture and Herbs for helping me with post-traumatic stress after surgery. Her treatment helped me overcome the trauma, regain balance in my nervous system, and relieved my post-surgery pain using acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and electroacupuncture. I've found balance in my health.
I recommend Joyce because she is very professional in everything she does. I had never experienced acupuncture like hers, and I am happy with my treatment. I highly recommend her.
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5 out of 5 stars
I came to Sunlight Acupuncture because of chronic stress that was affecting my sleep and energy. From the very first visit, I felt welcomed and understood. The clinic is peaceful and clean, and the practitioner took time to really listen and tailor the treatment to my needs.
After just a few sessions, I noticed a big difference. I felt calmer, slept better, and my mind felt clearer. It was such a healing experience, both physically and mentally. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a natural way to relieve stress.
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5 out of 5 stars
I visited Sunlight Acupuncture after a strong recommendation from a friend. To be honest, I had never been very confident in acupuncture before. I have long struggled with digestive issues and diabetes, and I did not realize that acupuncture could also be helpful for managing these conditions until I met Dr. Cho.
Dr. Cho not only provides excellent treatment, but also took the time to educate me on how important it is to maintain healthy eating habits, regular exercise, good sleep, and proper bowel habits. By following her advice and receiving consistent treatment, I have gained a much better understanding of how to manage my health long-term, something I know is essential for the rest of my life.
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5 out of 5 stars
I am a woman who had been struggling with menopausal symptoms, including low energy, easy fatigue, migraines, and light, poor-quality sleep. After receiving acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine at Sunlight Acupuncture, my condition has improved dramatically. I honestly feel like a different person.
Dr. Cho is extremely professional and explains everything in a kind and clear way, which gave me great confidence and trust in the treatment. Through Dr. Cho, I truly discovered the power and effectiveness of acupuncture.
I am deeply grateful for her care and dedication, and I highly recommend Sunlight Acupuncture to anyone dealing with similar symptoms. Thank you so much, Dr. Cho.
The Five Elements Story
Harmony of the organs creates health
In traditional Chinese medicine, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water work as one living cycle. Each organ system nourishes the next and keeps another in check. When that rhythm is even, the body can restore itself.
Nourishing cycle. Each element feeds the next: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, then Water.
Controlling cycle. Each element restrains another so no organ system runs too strong.
When the cycle is off
- Stress and anxiety
- Digestive issues
- Fatigue
- Low immunity
How acupuncture helps
- Restore balance
- Improve circulation
- Boost healing
- Strengthen immunity
About About Dr. Cho
A doctor for the whole person
Dr. Cho is a California-licensed acupuncturist. She earned both her Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) and Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (DAcHM) degrees from South Baylo University, graduating cum laude. In recognition of her outstanding clinical expertise, she was also honored with the Clinical Excellence Award.
Dr. Cho believes in whole-person care that goes beyond simply relieving symptoms. Drawing on traditional diagnostic methods, she carefully identifies the underlying causes of health concerns and imbalances within the body. She then provides personalized treatments designed to relieve pain, restore balance, and support long-term health and well-being.
Contact
Book Your Consultation
Text, email, or call the clinic in Brea. New patients are welcome.
Reach the clinic
(714) 858-7340We typically respond the same business day. Text or email if a phone call is not a good fit.
- Hours
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday Closed
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