Acupuncture
Fine, single-use needles placed at carefully chosen points to support comfort, balance, and your care goals.
Explore Acupuncture →Serving St. Louis since 1991
Authentic Chinese Herb & Acupuncture
Serene acupuncture & Chinese herbal care on Olive Blvd
A calm, trustworthy Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic led by Dr. Pingfan Liu, L.Ac.. English & Mandarin spoken.
Open 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., seven days a week·8146 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
At a glance
8146 Olive Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63130
First visit
What to know before you come in
Visit length
Confirm when you call
What to wear
Comfortable, loose clothing. Wear layers if possible so treatment areas can be reached easily.
Eating beforehand
A light meal or snack is usually fine. Avoid arriving overly hungry or right after a large heavy meal.
What to bring
A list of medications and supplements to discuss in person, photo ID if needed, and any insurance card you want to ask about.
Expected cost
Call for current fees
Are herbs separate?
Yes. Herbal formulas, when recommended, are typically separate from the visit fee and quoted per formula.
Hours: Open 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., seven days a week. Questions? Call (314) 567-6443.
Missouri Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
NCCAOM Certified
Serving St. Louis since 1991
English & Mandarin
Services
Clinical care, clearly presented
Scannable cards for our primary offerings. Plans are individualized — results vary.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Herbal consultation guided by Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, with formulas selected for the individual—not one-size-fits-all products.
Explore Herbal Medicine →
Tui Na Therapeutic Massage
Hands-on Chinese therapeutic bodywork that works with the body’s meridian system—sometimes described as “acupuncture without needles.”
Explore Tui Na →
Conditions & goals
Why people visit
Patients commonly seek care for these areas. Evidence and results vary.
Pain & Musculoskeletal Comfort
Many people visit for neck, shoulder, low back, joint, or headache-related discomfort and want non-drug options to discuss with their care team.
Learn more →Stress, Tension & Sleep
Patients often seek a quiet, structured visit to support relaxation habits and sleep routines alongside other health care.
Learn more →Women’s Health & Cycle Support
Some patients explore acupuncture or herbs for menstrual comfort, cycle-related concerns, or wellness goals around fertility support—always as a complement to appropriate medical care.
Learn more →Digestive Comfort
People sometimes seek TCM approaches for general digestive comfort and meal-related wellness goals.
Learn more →Seasonal & Respiratory Wellness
Patients commonly ask about acupuncture or herbs during allergy season or for general seasonal wellness support.
Learn more →Habits & Lifestyle Support
Some people explore acupuncture as one part of a broader plan around habits such as tobacco use—results vary widely and commitment outside the clinic matters.
Learn more →
How visits work
From first call to your session
A simple path — details for what to wear, bring, and eat are in First Visit above.
- 1
Call to schedule
Call (314) 567-6443 to schedule. You may also request a non-urgent callback.
- 2
Share your goals
In clinic we discuss what you hope to improve and whether care may be appropriate.
- 3
Individualized visit
Treatment may include acupuncture, herbs, or bodywork based on your presentation.
Representative portrait — replace with Dr. Liu’s official photo when available.
Why us
Dr. Pingfan Liu, L.Ac.
Practicing in the United States since 2003, with extensive training in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
“I listen carefully before I treat. Your story, your goals, and your comfort guide the plan.”
Authentic Chinese Herbs and Acupuncture Co. (ACHA), previously known as Oriental Ginseng and Gifts, was established in 1991. The clinic has long served patients across Greater St. Louis with Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture, Chinese herbal consultation, Tui Na massage, and foot reflexology.
Full biography & philosophy →Testimonials
Patient experiences
Individual experiences and results vary. Testimonials, when published, reflect personal opinions and are not guarantees of outcomes.
Verified, consented testimonials will appear here. We do not publish fabricated reviews.
Read reviews on Yelp →Insights
Wellness notes & TCM explainers
Short educational pieces — not medical diagnosis.
Seasonal tips
Seasonal wellness through a TCM lens
How Traditional Chinese Medicine thinks about changing seasons — and simple lifestyle ideas to discuss with your practitioner.
Herbs
Herb spotlight: how Chinese herbal formulas are chosen
Formulas are typically combinations of herbs selected for the individual — not one-size-fits-all products.
New patients
What a first acupuncture visit is often like
A calm walkthrough of assessment, needling, and what to wear — without overpromising results.
Pricing & insurance
Fees and coverage
Many plans may cover or reimburse acupuncture — coverage varies. Amounts publish when confirmed.
TODO — Visit pricing
Pricing details are being updated. Please call for current fees.
TODO — Insurance and payment policies
Insurance and payment options are being updated. Please call to discuss your situation.
First-visit cost: Call for current fees. Herbs are typically separate. See Pricing & insurance.
Visit us
8146 Olive Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130
On Olive Blvd in the University City / St. Louis area (near Delmar Loop and Washington University corridors).
Authentic Chinese Herb & Acupuncture
8146 Olive Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63130
United States
Phone: (314) 567-6443
- Monday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Tuesday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Wednesday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Thursday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Friday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Saturday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Sunday10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Parking: Street and nearby lot parking may be available along Olive Blvd. Call if you need accessibility guidance.
Nearby: On Olive Blvd in the University City / St. Louis area (near Delmar Loop and Washington University corridors).
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Next step
Call to schedule
To schedule, please call (314) 567-6443. Open 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., seven days a week.