About Santa Monica Acupuncture and Wellness
Santa Monica Acupuncture and Wellness, founded in 2002, is a trusted provider of holistic healthcare services in the local area. Led by Laurie Binder LAc, the clinic specializes in a wide range of treatments, including women's and reproductive health, fertility support, healthy pregnancy and postpartum care, weight management, stress and anxiety relief, and pain management. Clients praise Laurie's exceptional knowledge, skill, and compassionate approach. She is described as an "angel on this Earth," providing personalized care and achieving impressive results. Patients consistently report significant improvements in their symptoms and overall well-being after receiving Laurie's attentive and integrative care. The calm and peaceful office environment at Santa Monica Acupuncture and Wellness offers a welcoming space for individuals seeking holistic, evidence-based solutions to their healthcare needs. Customers have experienced relief from various issues, such as insomnia, migraines, aches and pains, and hormonal imbalances. They appreciate Laurie's ability to listen, track their progress, and provide effective treatments.
I first went to Laurie to prepare for my third round of IVF. I didn't tell my fertility physician that I was going, because I wanted to see if there was any difference in how the cycle went (without him knowing there was a new variable). I received several acupuncture treatments from Laurie and followed all of her recommendations on how to treat my body. To my delight (and the confusion of my physician), the cycle went measurably better, and we ended up with an amazing baby son (and two frozen embryos to use later). I went back to Laurie again this past year, to prepare myself for the transfer of the frozen embryos. I did not have high hopes because they were frozen, and one was not considered a "strong" embryo. Again, I received acupuncture and followed her advice closely. I'm thrilled to report that both embryos took, and now we're expecting twins! I would highly recommend Laurie to anyone going through the experience of IVF or ART. She has a wonderful personality, makes you feel completely comfortable and positive, and infuses what can be a very stressful experience with calmness, optimism and a sense of well-being. With a background and expertise in Western fertility practices AND Eastern medicine, she also has a nicely balanced perspective on how the two can work together. I'm SO happy and grateful that I found her!
Her needles give av very strong effect and this combined with a kind, caring and excellent bedside manner makes Laurie a one of a kind acupuncturist. She has helped me through years of exhausting pollen seasons and was of great help during and after my pregnancy. Laurie is attentive to each patient needs. She is a wise, warmhearted and sensitive woman with great knowledge of both her craft and of life. She always makes you leave her office with an uplifted feeling however blue the day might have started. I am forever thankful for all the help she has given me over the years. Laurie, you are in my heart forever. Thank you.