I had been dealing with neck pain for over three years. I went through countless tests -- X-rays,…read moreCT scans, ultrasounds -- and yet never received a clear diagnosis. Doctors could only tell me what it wasn't, but never what it was. From my own research, I suspected it might be carotidynia, and the pain would often trigger migraines and become absolutely debilitating. After just seven weeks of acupuncture with Dr. Kim, I've had zero flare-ups for over a month now. None! It's absolutely astonishing. I can't believe that after three years of chronic pain, I finally have lasting relief. Dr. Kim has been such a gift. His treatments, care, and attention have made such a huge difference in my life, and I am so deeply grateful to him. I only wish my insurance covered his services, because I'd keep coming back for my back, shoulders, hips -- all the achy parts of my aging body! If you've been struggling with pain and haven't found answers, I can't recommend Dr. Kim highly enough. Acupuncture truly changed my life.

Dr Kim is the best there is. My mom and I both have been seeing him for about ten years now. Not as…read moreconsistently as I'd like to but he has helped us both tremendously. With sinus problems, headaches, balancing hormones, mood, energy, sleep etc. Results are definitely better with consistency and over time although I do feel a difference after just one session. He is a very lovely man! Highly recommend.

I highly recommend TCM Healing Center for fertility along with general health issues. Wear a loose…read moretop, shorts, slip on shoes. A visit lasts 1 hour, and meter parking is in front or free on the side streets. They accept credit cards and the entire staff is always comforting and professional. A friend recommended Dr. Jing after multiple MCs. After acupuncture and herbal tea, she gave birth naturally at 40. Upon research, Dr. Jing used to be an OBGYN in Beijing before moving to the US and is now a Professor of TCM at multiple colleges. The doctors here are familiar with IVF clinics and practice and offer valuable insight throughout. I've been coming here on a weekly basis (sometimes bi-weekly) since June 2018. My regimen was to drink a daily herbal tea & weekly acupuncture to combat endometriosis and get pregnant. 9/10 times I fall asleep with the needles in my face, scalp, neck, hand, stomach, legs, and feet. I switched to Dr. Lim due to the cost per visit as it's been over 1 year of treatment. I can say with confidence that all of the doctors are professional and kind. After 14 months, 1 laparoscopy and 2 egg retrievals and 2 FETs, I am now pregnant at age 38. I also saw Dr. Hart for cupping when I came down with a cold/flu. I highly recommend the yellow travel pills at the onset of getting sick. They totally work at preventing full blown illness, and I recovered much faster than usual with less phlegm/mucus and zero downtime. I have only gotten semi-sick one time since beginning treatment here. I believe that TCM currently accepts Blue Shield of CA PPO Silver and above. TCM will gladly provider a superbill for other providers, but expect to be denied by ASH. I also saw certain A list actors here on occasion so if it's good enough for them...it's surely good for me too!

I'm writing this with great disappointment because when I first started seeing Dr. Miao at TCM, I…read morewas very pleased with the care and experience I received. The office staff is very polite and pleasant, too. My doula highly recommended them to help induce labor because my husband and I were set on having a home birth and hoped to avoid reaching 42 weeks and needing to give birth in a hospital. We saw her three times, and labor did not start, despite also trying other natural induction methods. We assumed it was because my baby and body weren't ready yet, and that it had nothing to do with the acupuncture care I was receiving. At the time of this appointment, I was approximately 41 weeks and 3-5 days pregnant, depending on which medical professional's due date we used. Our maternal-fetal medicine specialist had told us that the baby was healthy and that the assessments--including amniotic fluid, non-stress testing, umbilical cord blood flow, and estimated weight--were all normal. Our midwife felt confident recommending additional natural induction methods and believed electroacupuncture and leave-in press tacks could be highly effective at this point in the pregnancy. When I saw Dr. Miao, I asked for those specific treatments. She refused to do the leave-in press tacks because, in her opinion, they weren't necessary. She also kept urging me to go to the hospital for the birth because I was past my due date, even though our care plan allowed for continued monitoring and a home birth before 42 weeks. I tried to explain that our midwife would not deliver the baby at home if I reached 42 weeks and would insist on transferring care to the hospital, as that is medical standard care for midwifery. That was already our backup plan. There is also a hospital approximately a mile from our home; all of this was accounted for in our birth plan. Also, many women that I've met during my pregnancy gave birth exactly at 42 weeks because that's when their baby was ready to come into the world. She went on to explain that the baby was continuing to gain weight, that there wouldn't be enough space for him to move around, and that, given my size, it could be dangerous for both of us. She also said that being too big could cause health problems for him later in life; however, those statements were particularly upsetting to me. My brother was born weighing 9 pounds, and my understanding is that C-section delivered him because the umbilical cord was wrapped around his neck, not because he was too big. He is now 34 and has no health issues. My friend's older brother was born vaginally, weighing 10 pounds, and has no known health issues in his mid-30s as well; his mother is also quite small. Though there may be evidence to support what she is saying, based on these experiences, her comments about size and future health do not mean that it will happen to my baby. Under the plan established with our birth team, I still had approximately 2-4 days to continue trying to encourage labor naturally and deliver at home before transferring to hospital care if necessary. I kept gently insisting on the leave-in press tacks, but she kept refusing and told me to get on the table. Part of me thought I should leave and find another acupuncturist, but I went ahead and lay on the table for the electroacupuncture treatment, which was fine. But still, the end of the session ended with her urging me to go to the hospital if I had not given birth by the end of the week, and again, this is already in our birth plan, but she would not listen to me. However, what felt to me like fear-mongering and overstepping--when we already had specialist monitoring, a midwife overseeing our care, and a hospital backup plan--was unnecessary and left a bad taste in my mouth. I promptly let my midwife know what had happened, and she recommended another acupuncturist in our area, who was an OB in China, and specializes in fertility, prenatal, and postnatal care. After speaking with him about what I needed and how far along I was, he said he could provide the treatments we were seeking. My husband and I paid over $8,000 to have a home birth, so of course, we're going to follow our midwife's advice, who has over 15 years of experience overseeing prenatal care and delivering babies, and we're doing everything in our control to ensure it happens. Still, we're also very mindful that if we reach past the medical standard of 42 weeks, a hospital birth will be necessary. It wasn't right that, as an expecting mother who had thoroughly researched and discussed with her family and birth team a detailed plan for the birth of our baby only to be filled with fear, dread, and told to get on a table, rather than receive care and support, by an acupuncturist and pay $120 for the treatment and experience. I take responsibility for not leaving immediately and finding someone else who was willing to help. It would have been better if she had politely declined my request.

Dr Albina and her colleagues are very gentle and caring…read more Very professional and felt comfortable. I highly recommend to anyone who needs acupuncture and treatments.

I called this place twice to get more information on acupuncture but they never called me back. Not…read moresure how they get new customers.

Can't recommend Oasis and its team of professionals enough!…read more Most recently, I had acupuncture and cupping for the first time for some chronic muscle soreness. Toni, the co-owner was amazing. She is truly compassionate and got to the bottom of my symptoms. The therapy itself was comfortable and truly healing. I left feeling like I got a new back! And a few days later I feel no symptoms whatsoever, even though I've been battling with a constant soreness and pain for years. I'm thankful and looking forward to follow up sessions. I've also had massages with the other co-owner, Stephanie. She's a magician with her hands and truly cares about her clients. Also, I've had the Harisienne facial with Maria. What an amazing and unique treatment. There's only one other practitioner, from my understanding, in all of the LA are who was trained in the technique. It's truly transforming. Not only does it feel amazing, but you can really see and feel the difference even after one session. Non-invasive yet technique sensitive and effective! Just love that the energy that radiates from the whole place exudes care and personal attention. It's not a pretentious spa experience like so many other places in West LA. If you want a down to earth, genuine, positive, caring experience...that gives great results and healing therapy... this is a fantastic place!

Last night had an amazing massage with Stephanie at the new temporary location in Santa Monica…read more The space is cozy, relaxing and special. Unfortunately, the original space in Pacific Palisades was lost in the fires. This business was voted best spa in the Palisades at the end of last year. I have been dealing with back pain and finally slept through the night. Feeling great!

I had not received acupuncture for a good year, and last week, I had my first 5 Element Acupuncture…read moresession with Carmen! All I can say... it was an amazing experience! My first session was met with a compassionate heart and a true listener. I was put at ease immediately. =) The session itself was painless. And... I left revitalized, centered, and more strengthened in myself and where I wanted to take my life. Acupuncture rocks... and when it addresses my emotional growth... Carmen is the one to go to.

I've been to a number of acupuncturists before but what makes Carmen stand out is the warmth and…read morecompassion she brings to her practice. She is a healer who is truly interested not only in the treatment of your physical body but your spiritual, mental and emotional body as well. Just being in the same room with her is uplifting; she has a calming presence that lets you know immediately that you are in good hands. Whether she's treating me for a headache or a frown line (her expertise covers cosmetic acupuncture, infertility and stopping smoking as well as more common maladies), she is always thorough, kind, gentle and interested in what is going on in your life and how it is affecting you and I always leave her office feeling balanced, energized and optomistic and really, does it get any better than that?

Honestly a miracle worker! I thought I was succumbing to old age and a hip pain that woke me up…read morenightly. Eric identified that it wasn't aging - it was bursitis and a muscle trigger point! I was healed after 2 visits. It's been a year and the pain is still gone. Thank you Eric for returning my body back!!!! I never knew much about dry needling, but now I'm telling everyone I know!

Eric might as well be a magician…read more His calming presence layered under an ultra competent practitioner of biomechanics make these treatments unbelievably effective!

This healing center has everything for mind, body and soul…read more Frank has been my nutritional counselor for many years; he is continually learning and sharing new information. I'm amazed at his responsiveness. I will always get a response within 24 hours to any question I ask. He is attuned to the Greater Consciousness. Sanda is one of the great Lights on the planet. She soothes my Soul, helps me ground when I'm anxious, does Reiki when I'm hurting, and always provides wise counsel with a dose of humor. She brings me back to my Self - selflessly and impeccably. I love these people. Can you tell?!

From the owner: Our business specializes in: Acupuncture,…read more Alternative Medicine, Holistic Health Care, Spiritual Counseling and Life Coaching.

I came to Dr. Lin first in 2021 as I was prepping for IVF. I had a successful embryo transfer and…read morepregnancy! I knew for our second baby I needed to go back to see Dr. Lin so I started seeing her end of 2024 and same as last time, a successful embryo transfer and pregnancy! Since I was a few years older this time around she suggested I drink korean deer antler tea (heads up it isn't cheap but would do it again since it worked for me!) Highly recommend Dr. Lin, especially if you are going through IVF like I did!

I did not have a good experience with Lin Cheng Speer. She is very pushy and dismissive. She…read morealways pressured me to make more frequent appointments to see her. She would do that while she was putting needles on my body during treatment, which made the process extremely uncomfortable and stressful. It made me think if I say no she could potentially hurt me. When I asked her to please discuss the frequency after the treatment, she told me she did that with all patients. She was very dismissive of my symptoms. She just assumed her herbal formula would work for everyone. When I mentioned negative side effects to her about the herbs or the herbs did not make much of a difference, she would tell me I must have remembered it wrong or it is not possible. On one occasion, I traveled out of town. She gave me a bottle of pills to take instead of the herbs because I would not have an herbal cooker to make them. She told me it was her own special blend because it had her name on the bottle. When I got home, I peeled back the label and noticed it was a bottle of standard Chinese herbal blend that could be purchased online or in Chinese herbal shops. She simply put a piece of tape with her name on it and called it her own special blend. That is very misleading and non transparent. She was careless with packing of the herbs. On more than one occasion, I found plastic wrappings in the herbs she accidentally included. (see attached screenshot) The herbs are supposed to be boiled in an herbal cooker so I could have been drinking boiled plastic.

People carry their tension in various places throughout their body. I hold my stress mainly in my…read moreneck and my psoas muscles. However, I've gained a greater sense of awareness of my body more as time passed and I realized I have a lot of trapped tension in my jaws. When Dr. Raul Ramirez solved my sciatica problem, after no other chiropractor or orthopedic could, I knew he was knowledgeable and truly had a gift of healing. He has helped me through my hardest times in my life, so when he introduced an acupuncture facial to me, I trusted it whole heartedly! I know many women and men spend thousands on Botox, fillers, and other facial procedures. Not only does his treatment release the tension I hold in my jaws, it is the most natural fine line and wrinkle preventative you can do for your face. I did a 10 week session and after that, I was glowing! Friends saw a difference in my face and asked what I was doing. Dr. Ramirez has helped me physically, emotionally, and even aesthetically. I highly recommend his services.

I was was experiencing sciatica for months and physical therapy did not seem to be helping. After…read morethree sessions with Dr. Ramirez, I felt much improved. Now, the sciatica feels completely gone. If it comes back, I know who I am going to go visit again.