Meet Dr. Jordan Barber

Dr. Jordan Barber has spent over 20 years helping people get out of pain and back to living their best lives. As a specialist in musculoskeletal pain and associated disorders, he provides effective, results-driven care—without endless treatment plans. His approach is simple: get you better, faster.

Dr. Jordan has treated thousands of patients, tackling everything from chronic back pain, headaches, migraines and pelvic floor dysfunction that most doctors overlook. Whether you’re dealing with pain from an injury, discomfort from sitting all day, or issues affecting your daily life, he’s got you covered. 

With a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), and an integrative medical specialty in pain and psycho-social phenomena, as well as peer-reviewed research in pain management, Dr. Jordan is one of the most qualified alternative pain specialists in the New York City area! 

But what really sets him apart? He cares about results. Most of his patients see real improvement in a few weeks or months, not years of repeat visits.

A dedicated educator as well as a practitioner, Dr. Jordan stays at the forefront of his field, continuously expanding his expertise and mentoring healthcare providers to deliver better, patient-centered care.

When he’s not treating patients, Dr. Jordan, stays active in the gym, enjoys traveling to amazing places, and loves good food and great wine!

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Our Reviews

  • Excellent Acupuncturist with a profound knowledge of the science and its applications for physical imbalances and pain management.
    Dr Barber’s relaxed manner and easy rapport inspire confidence and trust. He listens to his patients and
    … More the session flows in an unhurried manner.
    After three visits I already noted an improvement in my condition.
    I highly recommend Dr Barber for the initiate or for those with unresolved chronic issues.
    He can help !
    antoinette peloso ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
  • I highly recommend Dr. Barber! After just one session, I went from limping due to hip pain to running pain-free. Dr. Barber is incredibly knowledgeable, effective, and professional. He takes a holistic approach, treating the entire body … More to prevent the injury from recurring. Although I was initially apprehensive about the needles, he put me completely at ease—and they truly weren’t painful. I’ll definitely be returning a few times a year for posture and alignment maintenance.
    Virginie Godin-Bergeron ★★★★★ 2 months ago
  • Dr Barber was a huge help in my recovery from pelvic surgery. I’d been suffering with lower back and pelvic pain. He was a great listener while understanding the issue and extremely knowledgeable when it came to his work. I would highly … More recommend you book in with him if you are looking for acupuncture/dry needling.
    Nathaniel Harris ★★★★★ 3 months ago

Dr. Jordan Barber's
Qualifications & Recognitions

Licensures:

NY State Licensed Acupuncturist (License #3667)

State of Florida Acupuncture Physician (License #4409) 

NY State Massage Therapist (License #18268)

Certifications:

Diplomate of Oriental Medicine: NCCAOM (#101777)

Diplomate of Acupuncture: NCCAOM (#101777)

Diplomate: American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners: A4M

Pelvic Floor & Dry Needling Certified: ASE Seminars

Registered Herbalist, American Herbalist Guild

American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia, Certified Practitioner (#70846691)

Chinese Herbal Compounding and Safety (CSHS) Certificate of Qualification (COQ): NCCAOM

Classical Herbalist Certification (2023) | Association of Traditional Studies (Asheville, North Carolina)

Certified KyoJung Physical Manipulation (2008) |  Institute for Classical Asian Studies (New York, New York)

Education:

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) (Advanced Practice Clinical Doctorate) AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine | Austin, Texas | June 2023

  • Dissertation: “Comparative Techniques of Acupuncture and Dry Needling Intersecting with Trigger Point Physiology and Diagnostics: A Cross-Discipline Narrative Review”
  • Specialty: Integrative Medical Specialty in Pain and Psychosocial Phenomena

 

Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (Herbal Completion Degree) | August 2021 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)

Acupuncture in Orthopedics and Rehabilitation: Post-Graduate Certification | Jul 2012 – Jul 2013 TriState College of Acupuncture (New York, New York)

Master of Science in Acupuncture; Bachelor of Professional Studies: Health Science | April 2007 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)

Associate of Occupational Studies: Massage Therapy | August 2004 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)

Publications

Barber, J. (2025). Realigning medicine: Building an authentic, fulfilling, and thriving healthcare practice. Dymphna Publishing.

Barber J, Messina D, Bhatt AM, Deutsch J (2024) Ultrasound Evidence of Trigger Point Size Reduction in the Trapezius Following Dry Needling Acupuncture: A Retrospective Study. J Altern Complement Integr Med 10: 537.

Barber J, Lodo F, Nugent-Head A, Zeng X. Comparative techniques of acupuncture and dry needling intersecting with trigger point physiology and diagnostics: A cross-discipline narrative review. Published: Medical Acupuncture 2023 35:5, 220-229

Barber J. Scrying the yi jing. Scroll of Thoth. 2022;1(8):19-22.

Jackowicz S, Barber J. A pocket guide to pulses. Institute of Classical Asian Studies. 2008.

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