A quiet acupuncture treatment room with a linen-covered table and daylight from a large window

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

Hand Therapy Acupuncture

Care that begins in the hands

Fine acupuncture needles placed along the palm and fingers during hand acupuncture

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.

  • 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.

    Maria F.
  • 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.

    Chris K.
  • 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.

    Jun M.
  • 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.

    Songjoo G.

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.

Five Elements wheel showing Wood with liver and gallbladder, Fire with heart and small intestine, Earth with spleen and stomach, Metal with lungs and large intestine, and Water with kidneys and bladder, plus the nourishing pentagon and controlling star.

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

A doctor for the whole person

Dr. Cho, California licensed acupuncturist

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.

Reception desk at Sunlight Acupuncture in Brea, with the clinic name on the wall, herbal shelves, and daylight from the front window

Reach the clinic

(714) 858-7340

We typically respond the same business day. Text or email if a phone call is not a good fit.

Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday Closed

405 S State College Blvd Ste 201, Brea, CA 92821
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