Reviews & Ratings for Santa Monica Acupuncture

01/19/10

Wonderful practitionar and support person

by amk77

I began seeing Laurie for fertility issues, and though it look me a while to get pregnant because of some other medical issues, Laurie's treatments helped tremendously with the stress and anxiety of it all. Seeing her kept me feeling balanced and clear and able to handle some very difficult decisions and emotions. Laurie because an important support person to me throughout the process and I know she made it easier. Once I did eventually get pregnant (I'm 27 weeks right now!!), I continued to see her and I'm convinced that the treatments contributed to a very easy pregnancy with very few symptoms.

I can't recommend Laurie enough. I would go to her for any problem that arises!

• Pros: friendly, caring, easy parking, neat/clean office

08/27/07

The best combination of Eastern and Western medicine!

by ghperiwinkle

I visited two other highly recommended acupuncturists "specializing" in women's and fertility health for over a year, without a significant change in my health patterns despite spending significant time and money. I was attracted to Laurie's background as a women's health nurse practitioner, but her deep knowledge of Eastern medicine and warm bedside manner completely won me over. Within just a couple of weeks of treatment, I began experiencing much more energy, and in less than 2 months of treatment, I became pregnant - 1st baby is due Nov. 2007. I particularly appreciated Laurie recommending dietary changes and acupuncture without adding herbs first; in fact, I was never on herbs with Laurie. The other two practitioners both pushed herbal supplements very hard (which I took - without much effect). The biggest difference was that Laurie really aimed to address the root of imbalances, which vary from person to person, and even from visit to visit. I felt the other practitioners practiced more from a "formula" - the points and herbs used did not vary too much...

• Pros: Relaxing office, effective treatments, warm bedside manner, free parking, punctual

05/05/06

Very knowledgeable!

by doritthies

When Dr. Laurie Binder took care of me a couple of months ago I felt instantly at ease and started to relax in her presence. She was able to relax me, with her acupuncture, get my digestion

back on track and she had great nutritional advice based on Chinese healing.

She gave me very useful herbal supplements to relax my state of mind and to bring up my energy level. I can highly recommend her and will always go back to her.

• Pros: puctual

05/03/06

A genuine, caring health practitioner

by kaths

Following traumatic treatment by a fertility Doctor, I found Laurie on the internet. Laurie is a lovely person, genuinely interested in her patients. Laurie not only got my cycles back on track, she also helped me to find a wonderful ob/gyn. doctor. I have just recommended Laurie to a friend with fertility problems and will certainly recommend her to other friends in the future.

• Pros: easy parking, punctual

05/02/06

Best Acupuncture I ever had

by regseid

I highly recommend Dr. Laurie Binder epecially for issues related to women's health. Her skilled and effective treatments helped me to get pregnant and then deal with a number of related issues connected to my pregnancy and then after I had my baby. She has helped my husband with his back pain is just amazing!

I HIGHLY reccomend her!

• Pros: Highly skilled, lovely office, winning personality

05/01/06

Laurie Binder is the greatest!

by joelorama

We are big fans of Laurie in our home. When my wife and I were looking to conceive our child and after having difficulties on our own, we had huge success with Laurie Binder in very short period of time. Treatments are relaxing, theraputic, and invigorating, and because Laurie is such an open, caring, and honest person, it makes going back a pleasure rather than a chore. Although we don't see her as often these days (we are all healthy and happy), she is on the very short list of great resources for our family when we do need help, as her combination of experience in Western and Eastern medicines is unique and effective. Plus, her new offices are superb and convinent!

• Pros: great treatments, health ins. accepted, Responsive, caring Dr

05/01/06

Treatment with Laurie Binder

by sandrabaeza

Dealing with infertility can be a very difficult time in a women's life. Laurie made that time easier for me. Laurie treated me with Acupuncture for 5 months and prepared me for my fertility treatments I recieved through my Reproductive Specialist. Laurie was always very concerned and attentive to my situation. When needed, she would treat me on-call, after undergoing time-sensitive fetility treatments. My overall experience with her was great and i would highly recommend her for any women dealing with fetility issues.

• Pros: Free parking

05/01/06

Laurie Binder is the best!!

by annierob2

I find Dr. Laurie Binder's acupuncture treatments energizing and effective, her counsel inspiring and her responsiveness to my individuality heartening. Under her program I have lost 115 lbs (11 months) but, maybe even better, I have gained strength, stamina, self-awareness and hopefulness. I have never been as healthy as I am now (I havent even had a cold since Ive been going to Laurie) and I am so grateful to be under her care. She is practical, realistic, absolutely honest, encouraging and supportive -- the real deal.

• Pros: Feels Great, Fabulous Results, Helpful
• Cons: None!

04/30/06

User review by notapipe

by notapipe

Laurie is the first acupuncturist who ever had a real effect for me. She is knowledgeable . well-rounded (with a background in allopathic practice as well), and personable. I highly recommend her, even to people who don't live on the west side. Another plus -- her office, which overlooks the ocean, is in a great spot across the street from free Santa Monica parking.

04/30/06

Healing Acupuncturist

by smbay

Having Dr. Laurie Binder come into my life was a gift. I have suffered for years from vertigo, sinus problems, low energy, and insomnia. Throughout, I have seen many different doctors from neurologists to ENTs to homeopaths-- all without any results. Out of frustration, I looked into trying acupuncture and had the fortune of finding Laurie. She has a rare combination of skill, intuition, and a general healing presence which have worked together to make a powerful positive impact in my health. For chronic conditions such as mine, Acupuncture is a process, and I have experienced considerable measurable improvements that no other doctor or practitioner before Laurie was able to help me accomplish. I truly believe that Dr. Binder is a healer and am thankful for what she has done to improve the quality of my life.

• Pros: free parking, relaxing environment, checks, credit cards