When a local Facebook group asks for acupuncture recommendations, the names that come back—fast, specific, and enthusiastic—tell you more than any directory listing ever could. This guide is built from exactly that: a thread of 59 firsthand recommendations from residents of Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and the surrounding area. Every name below was vouched for by a real neighbor. The ones that appear multiple times are flagged.
The Names That Kept Coming Up
These providers were mentioned multiple times by different people—the strongest signal of genuine community trust.
Dr. Tony Wilcox — Acupuncture Zen
“Zen Dr. Wilcox is the BEST! He trained with the best in China.” · “Simply the best. Read up on him. The real deal.” · “Tony Wilcox is amazing!”
The single most-mentioned acupuncturist in this thread. Four separate commenters named him without prompting, with language that ranges from enthusiastic to reverent. The training credential—specifically China—came up independently more than once. A clear consensus pick for Delray Beach.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Ye Cao — YC Health Service Center
“Dr. Cao is the best one! On Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach.” · “Dr. Cao… none better in Florida.” · “Dr. Ye Cao. 561-637-2688. He is the best.”
Four mentions, zero hedging. “None better in Florida” is a strong claim and it came from someone who put their name behind it. Multiple commenters provided the address and phone number independently, which means they’ve actually been there. One of the two most-mentioned practitioners in the entire thread.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Jonathan M. Fields — CR8 Health
“Jonathan M. Fields at CR8 Health.” · “Dr. Jonathan M. Fields of Integrative Medicine US.” · “Dr. Jonathan M. Fields—he is amazing!”
Four independent mentions, and Dr. Fields commented in the thread himself directing people to CR8 Health—which means he’s active and accessible in the community. The “integrative medicine” framing signals a broader clinical scope than traditional acupuncture alone, which appeals to patients who want Eastern and Western approaches under one roof.
Integrative Medicine
Leslie McKnight — Holistic Family Healthcare
“Leslie McKnight for sure!” · “I have been using her for over 20 years! She is the best!” · “I recommend Leslie McKnight in Boca.”
Three mentions including a 20-year patient. That kind of sustained loyalty is rare and meaningful. Leslie responded in the thread herself, which signals she’s community-engaged and accessible. The “holistic family” positioning means she works across age groups and conditions.
Holistic
Delray Beach: Trusted Local Practitioners
Dr. Susan Schiff
“You must see Dr. Susan Schiff.” · “I recommend Susan Schiff in Delray.”
Two independent mentions, both with the kind of direct certainty that comes from personal experience. The website gotacupuncture.com makes her easy to find and evaluate.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture Advantage — Meredith Vorrath
“Acupuncture Advantage — community acupuncture in Delray.” · “Acupuncture Advantage! Meredith Vorrath.”
Two separate mentions for a community acupuncture model, which typically means lower-cost group treatment sessions in a shared space—a meaningful option for patients who want regular maintenance without the cost of private sessions.
Community Acupuncture
Dr. Shim — Palm Beach Wellness
“Dr. Shim at Palm Beach Wellness in Delray! She’s completely/totally amazing/wonderful/awesome!”
That’s a lot of superlatives from one commenter—the kind of response that comes from someone who has genuinely been helped. Worth a look for Delray-area residents.
Wellness
Brian M. Salazar — The Point of Wellness
“Definitely Brian M. Salazar at The Point of Wellness. Everyone I’ve sent there gets an immediate positive response, me included.”
The “everyone I’ve sent there” line is notable—this commenter has referred multiple people, which means they’ve staked their own reputation on the recommendation.
Wellness
Melissa Maher
“Melissa Maher in Delray. She takes insurance.”
The insurance detail is worth flagging. Most acupuncture practices are cash-pay, so an in-network or insurance-accepting practitioner stands out immediately for patients with coverage.
Insurance Accepted
Holly Green — AcuSports Therapy
“Holly is the best!” · “Holly Green is great—my family has been using her for years.” · Holly commented directly: “I am focused on sports medicine in Delray Beach.”
Two independent community endorsements plus a direct comment from Holly herself clarifying her sports medicine specialization. If your acupuncture need is athletic—injury recovery, performance, pain management—she’s the area’s specific answer for that.
Sports Medicine
Amy Gonzalez — Jade Acupuncture
“Amy Gonzalez.” · Named by two separate commenters independently.
Two mentions, both by name only—the kind of response people give when they’re confident the name alone is enough.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Yuan
“Dr. Yuan on Congress.”
Single mention with a specific location detail, which usually indicates firsthand knowledge.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Boca Raton: Community Favorites
Dr. Yan Ping Xu & Dr. Winnie — Perfect Union of Body and Mind
“The very best I’ve ever experienced. Dr. Yan Ping Xu at Perfect Union of Body and Mind in Boca.” · “Dr. Yan Ping Xu and Dr. Winnie are incredible.”
Two strong independent endorsements for the same practice, with both lead practitioners named. “The very best I’ve ever experienced” is the kind of language people use when they’ve tried multiple providers and found a clear winner.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Heather Koerner — East Boca Acupuncture
“Heather Koerner — highly skilled and attentive! You’ll love her!” · “Heather Koerner is amazing in East Boca.”
Two mentions, both enthusiastic, both specific to East Boca. The “attentive” qualifier came up unprompted and matters in a discipline where the patient relationship is part of the treatment.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Boca Raton Acupuncture
Recommended with full contact details provided directly in the thread—a sign of firsthand familiarity.
The full address and phone number were posted by the commenter from memory, which is about as confident a recommendation as a thread produces.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Landon Agoado — VIP Acupuncture
“Landon at VIP Acupuncture—he is specialty as well, works mostly with women. As a functional nutrition coach, I recommend him to all my clients.” · “Dr. Landon Agoado—he is wonderful.”
Two mentions, including one from a functional nutrition coach who refers her own clients to him—a professional endorsement that carries real weight. His specialization in women’s health makes him a specific resource for hormonal, fertility, and related concerns.
Women’s Health
Dr. Robert Herbst & Dr. Adam Friedman — Care Wellness Center
“Dr. Robert Herbst at Care Wellness Center—he works in partnership with Dr. Adam Friedman for a holistic body approach.”
The dual-practitioner model is worth noting for patients who want both acupuncture and a broader integrative health framework. The commenter specifically highlighted the partnership as the differentiator.
Integrative Medicine
Kim Marrone & Bianca — Evolve Acupuncture and Wellness
“Kim Marrone at Evolve Acupuncture and Wellness LLC.” · “Kim & Bianca at Evolve Acupuncture and Wellness LLC.”
Two independent mentions naming both practitioners. A multi-practitioner practice with consistent community endorsement for both providers.
Wellness
Edward Scarlett — Alive and Well Acupuncture
“Edward Scarlett — Alive and Well Acupuncture in Delray. Couldn’t recommend him enough—he’s magical.”
“Magical” is the word people reach for when results exceeded what they expected. Strong single endorsement.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Also Recommended
Single but credible mentions from engaged community members—worth investigating if the above don’t fit your location or need.
Dr. Du
“Dr. Du — the real deal.” · “Dr. Du. He is the best.”
Two mentions with an address. “The real deal” showed up twice for two different providers in this thread—language locals use when they want to distinguish someone from the category noise.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Jay Marienthal
“Dr. Jay Marienthal. He is a chiropractor, acupuncturist, and kinesiologist. Phenomenal.”
The triple credential is unusual and useful for patients whose issues sit at the intersection of structural, neurological, and energetic health. Worth the drive for the right patient.
Chiro / Acupuncture / Kinesiology
Dr. Chi
“Dr. Chi — Royal Palm.”
Single mention with location. For patients on the western end of Palm Beach County, worth investigating.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Dr. Long
“Dr. Long. Wellington on 441.”
Wellington-area option for residents west of the corridor.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
How to Choose the Right Acupuncturist
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Match the specialty to your need. Sports injury, women’s health, chronic pain, and general wellness each have practitioners who focus there. Holly Green is explicit about sports medicine. Landon Agoado focuses on women’s health. Dr. Fields bridges integrative medicine. Tell your prospective practitioner what you’re treating and listen to how they respond.
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Training lineage matters in this discipline. In acupuncture, where someone trained—and under whom—carries real weight. Dr. Wilcox’s China training was mentioned independently by multiple people. It’s a reasonable question to ask any practitioner: where did you train and what lineage do you practice?
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Ask about insurance. Most acupuncture practices are cash-pay, but coverage is expanding. Melissa Maher in Delray specifically accepts insurance. If that matters to you, it’s worth a direct call before booking.
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Community acupuncture is a legitimate option. Acupuncture Advantage’s community model—group sessions at lower cost—is how many people maintain regular treatment affordably. If price is a barrier to consistency, it’s worth knowing this model exists locally.
This guide reflects what real Delray Beach and Boca Raton residents said when their neighbors asked for recommendations. The names above are the ones the community keeps coming back to. Use this list to build your shortlist, then trust your own first appointment.
This article reflects community recommendations gathered from public local Facebook groups. SFL Wellness has no paid relationships with any provider listed. Listings are not a guarantee of availability, current practice status, or insurance participation—verify directly before booking. This is not medical advice.
