I have never gotten...or trusted acupuncture until i started getting treatments from Christy. She made a believer out of me. Even though I'm Asian...I definitely trusted in the safety of western medicine and its empire of pills. However, I gave acupunture and herbal stuff a try with Christy's persistent urging to trust her with my oh-so precious life. First...to begin with...I do not go to the doctor's...it's a Korean second generational thing. So if I'm asking for help...it's because I'm in pain or extremely uncomfortable. I had two instances in the last year where I was in such a situation...and both times I went to Christy for healing. YES...HEALING. If I had gone to a western doctor, they would have given me antibiotics or whatever other pills and it would have taken 7 days to heal..at least. For instance, I had a chronic cough for well over a month...I was told to go to the doctors because it was most likely an infection in my lungs, or something completely crazy like that. I got treatment from Christy, and I kid you not, the cough was 90% gone the day after. I have gotten cupping, acupunture and herbal stuff....don't know what happens when it's done completely separate from eachother...but what I do know is that the three combination is MAGIC :) read more

Dr. Kim is the epitome of compassion and empathy. I was scheduled to have a consultation with Dr. Kim on a Saturday. I knew that she had a full schedule but my health problems were somewhat urgent so she made time to meet with me to talk about my recent health issues. At the time, I was suffering from a severe headache because of a migraine, strained neck, and head muscle tension/compulsion. During the consultation, I told Dr. Kim about my severe pain and how much it's been affecting my daily activities. Coincidentally, a patient had canceled very last minute so with a sudden change of plans, Dr. Kim offered to treat me that same day. I knew it was difficult for her to adjust to such a last-minute cancellation but her compassion and empathy allowed her to see the urgency of my pain. The treatment itself was phenomenal. I knew that she was short on time because of such last-minute changes but her treatment did not reflect it. She targeted all my problem areas. She was also mindful about my sensitive areas. After the treatment, I felt less strain on my neck and my head felt 10x lighter. I truly recommend Dr. Kim not only for her expertise in what she does but because she truly cares about her patients and the people she comes across. read more

Dr. Kim has helped me with a wide range of general health issues and specific men's issues. She has effectively treated me for: - Overall low energy - Disabling back pain - Hip related leg numbness - Eczema - Hand/finger joint inflammation - Urine flow issues - Prostrate enlargement - Male fertility/performance issues & optimization Dr. Kim's TCM treatments & supplements are very helpful and integrate very well with my medical care, rescuing me when conventional medicine doesn't have any reasonable solutions, has side effects that are unacceptable or is not as effective. I find Dr. Kim approachable on the most personal issues and trustworthy. I recommend Dr. Kim & Trinity Acupuncture. read more

Dr.Kim seriously knows what she's doing and results have been amazing! But the reason why I keep going back to her is because she really cares about her patients and makes me feel so at ease even with my fear of needles. I was a skeptic when I first visited. But while waiting in the reception area, one lady shared about how she had cured her sister from her crushing back pain for years that no one was able to heal. Because of that, that lady had to at least come check it out for her own issues. So I walked in with a bit more confidence and peace. I went in for some stomach issues, but with just reading my pulse and observing my tongue color she was able to tell that I was on my menstrual cycle! She also was able to pinpoint some of my health issues that I had experienced for a while. She was very thorough and shared a lot of her knowledge with me. Now, I am deathly afraid of needles and I shared my fear with her. She acknowledged and we began talking about some other things. Before I knew it, she somehow placed the needles and I didn't even feel it! That was amazing. Although it stung a bit when the needles were out, I was really impressed. I highly recommend her! She accepts insurance too! read more

Dr. Kim is professional and knowledgeable. Both dry needling and accupuncture assisted me with greatly by decreasing my neck and base of skull pain. I highly recommend Trinity Accupuncture! read more

I rolled my ankle playing basketball a friend of mines suggested I get some acupuncture. Tried it out and it healed a lot faster than it normally does. Also had a messed up neck from a car accident and I came here and with only a few treatments my neck went back to normal. Since then I've tried a couple of other Acupuncture places and found Christy to be the most honest. She only suggests extra appointments when I was still hurting and never pushed for extra appointments unless I wanted to. Her office is really clean. I have also brought my mom and sister here and they are regulars. read more

I can't say enough great things. This is my first experience with acupuncture. I came primarily for acid reflux. After 2 treatments, I am feeling so much better. I also appreciate the thoroughness of their questions. I felt like they are getting to the bottom of the issue and not just treating the symptom. read more

I had chronic sinus infections and heard from a worker that acupuncture can alleviate sinus infections where multiple prescriptions of steroid nasal spray can't. so i went to christy and i haven't had any sinus infections since. i'll go see her for women's well being as well, which i won't get into here. she also asks about your well being, like if you are tired or how you have been sleeping, and will do some needle points for those as well. i've been to see christy for over a year now and she is definitely my go to for any ailment. read more

I saw Dr Johanna Zhang today, and I have to say I am impressed! She really took her time, listened to me, and was present during treatment. She is very sweet and knows what she is doing. Bonus points because she called my insurance and verified coverage and was very clear about how much was covered. Most traditional providers don't do this. I can't wait to go back! read more

I aggravated my knee 3 years ago by being overconfident and overzealous while preparing for a 10k run and my knee hasn't been the same since. I didn't want to go into surgery for something that wasn't too serious but at the same time I needed to fix the problem before things got worse and that's when I went to Christy (should I be calling her Dr. Christy?). I explained what my deal was and she went to work, needling me after explaining exactly what she was going to do. The needling process was surprisingly painless and I even started to doze off while my leg looked like a pin cushion. Once the procedure was done my knee felt brand new and I am even able to do training runs on my bike in preparation for a century ride with no problems! I also returned to her to combat a niggling cough I had after experiencing extreme frustrations with my HMO doctor who kept prescribing me antibiotic after antibiotic which would keep the cough away for a few months before returning again stronger than ever. Before I went ballistic on that frittata, I got in touch with Christy and she gave me some cheap herbal medicine which alleviated the problem almost immediately. Who knew acupuncturists had that knowledge too? I was expecting to go in to get some lung piercings. If I need major surgery where I need to get my spinal cord replaced I will attempt to contact my HMO doctors but for everything else I am definitely coming back to Christy who conveniently has another location in Torrance on the corner of Anza Ave and 190th which is close to my home while this OC location is close to my work. read more

Trinity Acupuncture is fantastic! I'm new to acupuncture, and they have made me a lifelong fan. I'm feeling great!

This review is long overdue. I have seen Dr. Kim for many years now for a variety of health issues such as sprains, muscle pains, migraines, skin irritation, indigestion and the like. Her treatments have been highly effective each and every time and I would recommend her to everyone! She is highly professional, friendly, patient, accommodating and does what she does really well. Every time I go to see her, I feel comfortable and know that I am in good hands. She isn't interested in getting you in and out quickly but takes the time to find out what your issues are and shows real concern for your overall health. You are sure to sense that she genuinely cares for her patients. Her current office is located in the same building as the Urgent Care Center of South Bay. It is well kept, always super clean and peaceful making you feel comfortable and at ease while you are there. You also don't have to worry about parking because she validates your ticket for you! The attention to the little things makes the experience even more positive still. If you are looking for a great acupuncturist, you need look no further. Don't hesitate to call Dr. Kim and made an appointment today. You won't regret it! read more

Everything good in life takes time. This is especially true, when it comes to pain in the body. I just started seeing Christy in January. It has been a great connection for me because she shares the same passion that I have for helping people. I'm looking forward to more sessions. Thank you Christy. -CFT Ryan read more

I was having shoulder pain for a good year and just trying to massage it out. It was like a knot in my shoulder. My wife suggested acupuncture and I thought it would not hurt to try it. I looked on yelp and acme across Trinity and they had great reviews so I called and made an appointment with Dr. Kim and I am sure glad I did. After my first session, it was like 85% better. I could not believe it. She is a miracle worker!!! I have no more pain in my shoulder and I still go every few weeks for maintenance. My wife now goes as well and we love Dr. Kim. I would recommend anyone having issues to call for a visit. All of the great reviews are true and I would not think twice about recommending her to all of my friends and family. The staff are all great and the office is so relaxing. I give 20+ stars for Trinity and Dr. Kim!! read more

This is my first ever acupuncture session and I should thank Stephanie Yong for making it a great one. I have shoulder, and mild knee pain. I also have severe digestion problem. I feel better already after the first session today, i will continue to watch how I feel for the next two days and then i schedule further appointment with them. read more

I hadn't tried acupuncture until a month ago. Prior to seeing Dr. Kim, I had been suffering for two months from several physical symptoms, felt really weak, and even thought I might have to go to the hospital. My primary care doctor referred me to three different specialty doctors and after multiple labs and tests, they couldn't find anything substantial. I tried Acupunture and herbs from Dr Kim and felt better within 24 hours. I felt a rush of energy immediately and, over the course of a few weeks, my symptoms had gradually cleared. Dr. Kim is very professional and efficient, but also seems to genuinely care about her patients. She was also aggressive in her treatment, which I really appreciated. After 2-3 months of doctors scratching their heads, I am so grateful to Dr Kim and her staff for enabling my body to heal itself. It's very empowering! read more

This is my new happy place. I started coming here only two weeks (once a week) and I feel so much better overall. I have had an autoimmune disease for the last ten years which makes me feel extremely tired and I have muscle/joint pain all over my body. At the moment I am being a rebellious 25 year old and I do not want to take plaquenil for my condition. So I am seeking help from eastern medicine :) I always leave feeling great (mind,body and spirit) and that great feeling last! I felt less bloated after the first session! I feel like everybody could use acupunture in their life! Christy is an amazing healer and incredibly caring. I will continue coming here once every week forever if I can! :) My mom and sister are going to start going, I highly recommend Christy to all!! read more

I'll preface my review by saying that though I'm fairly new to acupuncture, I'm generally very, very picky about the providers and services I use. I was also very skeptical about the power of acupuncture (was raised to believe western medicine was everything!). With that, I'll break down my initial thoughts... SERVICE: Christy is an amazing acupuncturist! I needed to find my own acupuncturist for an ongoing work injury since the state puts limits on workers' comp treatments, and going to Christy was the cure. She's very professional and genuinely cares about what you're going through and how she can better treat you. She tempers my ongoing pain and is very attentive. I hate needles (who does?), but I can barely feel them when Christy does acupuncture on me (except for when she puts it in points that indicate stress because I'm stressed ALL the time!). Most importantly, Christy is incredibly passionate about her work and it definitely shows. I'd also like to comment that the massage therapist that works with Christy is amazing! The couple of times Christy has had her work on me have been great. She makes sure the amount of pressure applied is appropriate and I feel much better and relaxed all around! CUSTOMER SERVICE: Christy is very responsive via telephone and email for scheduling appointments. FACILITY: Minimalist, calming, cute and CLEAN! Comfortable couches available in the waiting room. One bathroom located inside the office (not like the gross bathrooms that serve everyone on a medical building floor). LOCATION/PARKING: The medical building is in a great location right off of Torrance Blvd. You can enter the parking lot either through Torrance Blvd. or a small residential street in the back. Parking is validated with your visit. If you have any hesitation about identifying a new acupuncturist in the South Bay, look no further. Acupuncture works, and Christy is the one you have to go to! read more

Dr. Kim and her staff are Wonderful! My husband and I were in a car accident and after no results with Physical Therapy I called Dr. Kim. I have never tried acupuncture before but I was seeing no marked improvement with PT so I made an appointment. I was so shocked at how fast Dr. Kim and her staff were able to help me with increased mobility and pain reduction. Once my neck improved we began to work on my chronic migraines. I had been suffering from chronic migraines for years and was taking daily medication. As of today I am off all daily medication - Thank you Dr. Kim! read more

This was my first time getting acupuncture treatment and I was quite nervous. Lisa the receptionist was very kind and helpful and patient.Dr. Kim was as nice and patient as I have read in reviews. I love a confident dr. I made an appt for next week . I told her I am committed to working with her by avoiding foods that could work against my treatments . She is treating me for sinus problems and a knee issue . One treatment and my breathing from my nose is better and some swelling in my knee has subsided . I feel very hopeful that she can help.me and I will be posting again about my progress after treatments with Dr Kim read more

Dr. Christy is seriously the BEST!!! I have numerous issues like neck spasms, back pain, migraines, etc. all the time and she has helped me so much! I just recently went to her because I was having neck spasms and the next day, it was 100% better! I was able to move my neck around without feeling any stiffness. I've gone to different chiropractors and acupuncturists and none of them compare to Dr. Christy! She is a true definition of a doctor that really cares about her patients and is great at what she does. I HIGHLY recommend her for ANY issues you are having, you would be surprised on what she can do for you. If I can give more than 5 stars, I would definitely give her more! I usually don't write reviews on yelp either (I've only written 2 and this one is one of them)...but Dr. Christy is that amazing! You will not be disappointed. read more

Dr. Kim and her staff are wonderful! I've had acupuncture in the past but never like this! Dr. Kim is more aggressive than most but what a difference it makes! I went in expecting a few needles on my neck and back to relieve some tightness and pain and was surprised to not only get acupuncture but electro stem therapy, heat and massage. Wonderful experience. read more

It's amazing how really small needles placed in certain areas of your body can cure the various ailments that one might suffer from. This is the gist of acupuncture medicine. I met with Sou Yeong to deal with the multiple illnesses I suffered from, ranging from headaches and stress to digestve problems. At first I wasn't sure if acupuncture could really help me, but I later found out I was wrong. I was feeling the build up of stress and tension that were the effects of a high stress level job, which caused me to experience recurring headaches. I made frequent visits to Sou Yeong to help alleviate the symptoms, and her skillful acupuncture therapy left me feeling tension and headache free, as well as feeling light as a feather. On another visit, she cured my digestive problems (indigestion and constipation). And during yet another visit, I was healed of the pain in my foot and found that the swelling that was present in my ankle went down considerably. Sou Yeong is very knowledgeable and skillful at the acupuncture she administers, and one visit with her will display her effectiveness and experience in the field. She made me feel very relaxed and comfortable, and I would recommend this gifted acupuncturist to anyone who is in need of healing! read more

Today I woke up with severe plantar fasciitis to the point where I could barely walk on the balls of my left foot. I asked one of my physical therapist friend for advice to relieve the pain and she recommended icing and massaging it. I did this for a few hours but it wasn't helping. My wife suggested acupuncture and at this point I was desperate to try anything. I called a few places in the area and I came across Trinity Acupuncture. I called and spoke to Dr. Kim and she said she could squeeze me in evening time. I was happy to get an appointment that day. I get a call back saying her mid afternoon appointment canceled and wanted to know if I wanted to come in earlier. Even better!!!! The needles, pulse muscle machine, and heat pad was GREAT. I was actually worried about the needles but she gave me the peace of mind that I'm going to survive. I was soooo relaxed during the process that I actually snoozed. Dr. Kim checked in a few time to make sure I was comfortable and if I had any questions or concerns. Finally everything was over and I wanted to test out my foot to see if it was worth it. OMG!!! I went from a pain of 10 to like a 6. Prior to acupuncture I couldn't put any pressure on my heel but after I was able to put pressure. I wish I could say it was a miracle and I was completely healed but No!! BUT I'm confident to say the pain is manageable where before I would be cringing at each step. Bottom line it was worth it!!! I'm coming back for sure, NO BRAINER!! Thanks Dr. Kim read more

I love Christy! My forearm had some muscle damage that was caused by a side effect from some strong meds my doctor had given me. Anyway, it was going on for about 9 months and the doctors had no idea how to get it back to functioning normally. It would literally lock up, I couldn't lift anything or even write sometimes. On a whim, I looked up acupuncture on yelp and read the reviews so figured what the heck. I was totally skeptical. But after the 2nd visit I noticed change. And after the 6th visit, totally back to normal. YAY!!!! And it was covered by my insurance. WIN WIN! Plus, Christy just has a pleasant personality and always runs on time, which is HUGE to me. read more

Can't say enough positive things about this practice. Clean and tranquil environment. Easy parking on weekends. Pleasant front office staff. Easy to make appointments. Problem-free payment processing. Dr Kim is a great listener and goes out of her way to try come up with a tailored treatment plan. Good needling technique with no pain. Nice mix of traditional needling, electro-acupuncture, and cupping. Post-treatment heating pad is a very nice touch. Dr. Kim is a very competent practitioner who has helped alleviate my pain and minimize other issues I've had. She has also gone out of her way to introduce me to very helpful stretching techniques to complement her treatment protocol. I fully trust her judgment. Would highly recommend to all. read more

Absolutely love Dr. Christy Kim!! She works miracles with acupuncture needles and Eastern medicine!! My wife and I went to Trinity Acupuncture based on Yelp reviews and comments, and we fell in love from the start!! Dr. Kim really took the time to work with us to figure out the best treatments for our fertility issues, as well as my chronic back pain. This included a customized plan of herbs, acupuncture/needling treatments, as well as massage therapy - all from her beautiful office. Agree with the rest of the comments on here - she and her staff are seriously the best!!! read more

Christy use to work part-time in Orange, CA until she moved completely to Torrance. I went to her for acupuncture when she was in Orange. She helped cure/reduce my arthritis, back/neck pain and other issues. It took a few sessions for everything to disappear and I could go months without seeing her. I did return a couple of times for maintenance (I didn't want any of my problems to return.) I highly recommend Christy and wish she hadn't moved so far. read more

Ms. Christy Kim has been my acupuncturist for a few years now and has treated me from various sports related injuries to most recently, indigestion. Whilst playing basketball I suffered a severe lower back injury which was later diagnosed as a herniated disc. I've experienced many acupuncturist treatments and their techniques over the years, but Ms Kim has stood out above the rest. Her technique and precision in the placement of "right areas" of the needles is what convinced me to continue with her. With my indigestion, my symptoms instantly improved upon treatment. Yes, she's that good. With much thanks to her methods and treatment this weekend warrior has been given a second life to continue on, without limitations, an active lifestyle. Thank you and congratulations on the grand opening of your new office! read more

It was my first time ever doing acupuncture and Christy made me feel very comfortable. Although the treatment I did was a little intense it was worth it. I did notice a different within the 2nd session. I had to stop treatment but since then my knee has been doing great with some other life style changes as well. read more

I had a wonderful experience with Christy. She is intelligent, knowledgeable, caring, and thorough. The first time I met with her, we simply chatted about my health complaints and she asked me lots of questions and helped me to understand how acupuncture works (a mystery to me, although I now believe in it 100%!). When I came back for my first treatment I was amazed with the amount of time she took with me. I felt so relaxed when I left that I needed to wake up a bit before I drove home! (FYI for those of you who haven't tried acupuncture before, it truly is painless.) For my course of treatment she had me take herbs (in the form of little pills, easy to take) and they helped reduce my symptoms further. I am thankful that I met Christy and will return to her in the future! read more

I have to say I've tried acupuncture before and it never did anything. I wrote it off but after a couple of injuries due to Krav Maga, I decided to give it one more shot, as western medicine proved useless and I didn't want to take a bunch of pills. I came in very skeptical and mainly came b/c my work insurance covered this. After my first appointment I noticed such a difference. The pain in my wrist completely stopped and I was able to get back in the gym. The massage therapist really knew what she was doing as well and really worked out my trouble areas. I can't recommend Dr. Kim and her team enough. Her facility is also so clean and so calming that I feel like I'm at a spa sometimes, except when I leave, the benefits last! read more

I came based on the yelp reviews. I was looking for an acupuncture weight loss program. I met with Dr Joanna Zhang and she is wonderful. She listens well and is a natural healer with her positive approach. I have been making good progress and have been able to get rid of stubborn pounds. Glad I found her. Highly recommend read more

I searched for a good Acupuncture office for two years. I first tried acupuncture on a cruise ship and loved it! I wanted to make sure I found a really good place and I did! Dr Kim is the best! The staff is so wonderful and polite! I have never been in a Dr's office that is so organized,clean and punctual .Look no further this is the place, if you suffer from back pain,planter fasciitis or weight problems,just a few of my problems when I started...I feel great!...Dr Kim and staff ...Thank you! read more

Dr. zhang is very kind and professional.My 3 years old kid has suffered from coughing and cold for half a month and after taking the medicine offered from Dr. Zhang，he recovered in 5 days. And the herbs powder she prescribed is easy for kid to take, I recommend her treatment for the family which has kids. read more

I saw Dr. Kim for some muscle tightness and pain. The acupuncture treatments helped significantly.

Dr Kim is wonderful. This was my first time trying acupuncture. It took a few sessions but it worked surprisingly well.

I have known Dr. Zhang for a number of years and she is an excellent professional for medical treatment. Currently Dr. Zhang is treating me for various back and leg pain due to a previous auto accident. At her office she reviews all of my medical history to see what may be causing my problems and then she provides a full summary for a medical treatment and solution. This treatment includes physical therapy for my neck, shoulders and back spine area. After these treatments I feel much better physically and mentally. She has also provided me with a specific food diet and other recommendations that have helped me improve. Dr. Zhang is very caring to me as a patient and I highly recommend her to any other patient. read more

There are not enough words to express how thankful I am for my treatments from Dr. Kim. I strained my neck and shoulder really badly (which also shot pain through my back time to time) while I was under tremendous amount of stress to meet a deadline at work. I couldn't even get up out of bed without the help from my husband. I literally had to be "rolled out of bed". I got recommended to her by my chiropractor and knew she was in my area. Knowing my situation, she took me right away and I couldn't believe how much of a relief my body felt just with the first treatment. I walked out being able to move my neck and shoulders. As days went by I felt it getting better and better. Then after the second treatment, I was competely amazed to say that my movements were 100% back with no pain and stiffness. I'm an architect and so I tend to have these strains here and there and have experienced few acupuncture clinics and doctors and I must say no one has shown me such calm and attentive care and effective treatments. I definitely don't have to ask around for recommendations any more. Trinity Acupuncture will be my go clinic! read more