Currently my practice is open with limited hours. To insure our safety, I will be wearing an N95 mask, sterilizing the treatment rooms, spacing patient visits further apart, using an air purifier and antiviral essential oil room spray. I am dedicated to offering my community effective, natural, and safe medical care.
Knowing that one's state of health is a diverse as the person, I approach my patients individually. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your health needs together we will effectively travel the road to your optimum health. I listen and spend time with my patients while being thorough and getting results.
Knowing that one's state of health is a diverse as the person, I approach my patients individually. By gaining a comprehensive understanding of your health needs together we will effectively travel the road to your optimum health. I listen and spend time with my patients while being thorough and getting results.
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Karen Adams, Acupuncturist and Herbalist, is an experienced and highly trained healthcare practitioner. She became licensed to practice Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2001. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from the University of California at Santa Cruz and received her Master's Degree in Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese (ACTCM) in San Francisco.
Though people often become devoted to Chinese medicine because they see dramatic improvement in their symptoms, the practitioner is always seeking to discover what underlying disharmony is causing the symptoms and to treat the "root cause" to prevent recurrences. By treating the subtle imbalances in the body with acupuncture and herbs, we address problems before disease or pain conditions have a chance to manifest.
It might not seem that having needles stuck in you would be a relaxing and rewarding experience, but, in my case, it has often worked wonders. I am, of course, speaking of acupuncture. That being said, I love Karen Adams, who practices here. She is really efficient and very good at what she does. She came highly recommended to me by a friend of mine.
Most patients do not feel much on insertion of the needle, maybe a slight pressure and some ask, "If the needle is in already." The reason acupuncture needles don't hurt is because they are extremely thin compared to a hypodermic needle which is used for injections or drawing blood. To give you an idea, you can fit about 40 acupuncture needles into the tip of one standard hypodermic needle.
Reviews (23)
Susan Safier
Jul 06, 2021
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D. B.
Jun 30, 2021
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Karen is truly wonderful! I've been to many acupuncturists over the years and no one has ever been able to so instinctively know where and how to use needles to expertly relieve muscle pain, tension, address injury, restore balance, and create an overall feeling of a very deep, restorative, comprehensive treatment. She is generous with her time and is incredibly thorough. I always feel like I have had an 'experience' after seeing Karen. Highly recommend.
Christie Tang
Dec 07, 2020
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Stephan Roger
Oct 29, 2020
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Monica F.
Oct 23, 2020
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Always a pleasant experience, she is fully invested in your well-being and full of ideas for how to address pain beyond just your massage. She has a lot of tricks in her toolbox, like stretch suggestions and will refer to other kinds of bodywork specialists when needed.
Always a pleasant experience, she is fully invested in your well-being and full of ideas for how to address pain beyond just your massage. She has a lot of tricks in her toolbox, like stretch suggestions and will refer to other kinds of bodywork specialists when needed.
Justin Bitensky
Oct 02, 2020
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I highly, highly recommend Karen. I came to her with a loose ankle that was causing me some pain and instability. She created a plan specific to me and spent time each visit with me. It shows that she genuinely cares about me and my recovery. I saw immediate results and over time I fully recovered. I’ve seen 5 different acupuncturists and Karen was by far the best.
A. BriefColdWind
Nov 12, 2019
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Mark P.
Mar 23, 2019
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I came to see Karen about some INTENSE lower back pain I was experiencing. As soon as I entered her office she explained to me what she wanted to do to help, and after I was on the table she kept informing me as she administered acupuncture and heat. The next morning I awoke with a MASSIVE reduction in my pain and stiffness! I was really impressed with her knowledge and professionalism, and would definitely recommend her services. Thanks, Karen!
David H.
Apr 29, 2018
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Kate K.
Feb 16, 2018
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Cora S.
Feb 12, 2018
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I have been going to Acupucture for years and seen so many doctors until I finally found Karen! She is the absolute best. So knowledgeable and sweet and makes you feel comfortable! I go twice a month and have seen so many improvements in my mood, sleep, and body ailments. I initially went for ankle and back pain, which is practically gone now. I also do cupping with Karen, which has great results! She can help you with anything; sleep, mood, immune health, etc. I feel so energized, rejuvenated, and balanced when I leave Karen's office! I highly recommend her!
Ellen A.
Sep 26, 2017
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Cynthia S.
Dec 26, 2016
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John C.
Oct 06, 2016
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This is the absolute best place for acupuncture! The atmosphere is so serene and peaceful. The perfect place for healing. Karen Adams is so caring and attentive and truly has a desire to want to help you. I had severe shoulder pain and muscle spasms in my neck and she was able to successfully greatly alleviate my neck spasms and shoulder pain in a relatively short period of time. I will be seeing her now for some low back pain. You can tell that she is highly trained but best of all she has a great deal of compassion. She is a must see if you need acupuncture.
Michael B.
Aug 03, 2016
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Great acupuncturist in a super convenient location. I saw Karen for a reoccurring sciatic pain issue I had related to previous back surgeries. While she wasn't able to cure the pain, the acupuncture helped me relax and temporarily relieve the pain. She's really receptive to feedback and does a great job of listening to your needs. Highly recommend if you're looking for an acupuncturist in downtown / midtown Santa Monica.
Pixmom C.
Jul 06, 2016
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Chantal C.
Jun 10, 2016
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I have never used or thought about doing acupuncture because I had a gross fear of needles. I realize now I have delayed my own healing and wellbeing for nothing. Karen is gifted and funny. She is upbeat, knowledgable and goes out of her way to aid you in the deepest way. She takes insurance which was great! What I love is that it's not a placebo effect. The work she does is transformational healing and gets results. I will never forget the first time I saw her, I said I'd like to lose weight and she said, great I can get you there! She did! I have TMJ. She helped me with that. The pain
Juliana S.
May 22, 2016
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I had a great experience with Karen! I saw her a couple of weeks ago to help induce labor - I was 41 weeks pregnant with no sign of labor starting on its own. Before my scheduled induction at the hospital, I thought I would give acupuncture a shot, and boy did it work!
After the very first session I started having signs of labor, so I came back the next day for a second session and had my first contraction at her table!!
I gave birth to a beautiful little girl with no need for a medical induction :) Thank you Karen!!!
After the very first session I started having signs of labor, so I came back the next day for a second session and had my first contraction at her table!!
I gave birth to a beautiful little girl with no need for a medical induction :) Thank you Karen!!!
M. V.
Mar 28, 2016
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Karen is incredible. I have been looking for a new acupuncturist since my last one moved to the OC. I have had migraines for years and have always found acupuncture to be very helpful. Karen created a plan for me to reduce stress and treat my migraines through acupuncture, cupping and herbs. I have seen such a difference since I started seeing her and cannot imagine being without her now!
Katie U.
Nov 04, 2015
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Jessi G.
Sep 06, 2014
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Diana M.
Dec 26, 2011
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I started seeing Karen because I had shoulder pain. I immediately liked that she asked me about what might be causing the problem and suggested exercises for me to do in between visits.We eventually fixed my shoulder and I'm continuing to see her for basic maintenance.
She has a calming manner and really pays attention. I especially appreciate how she approaches problems with a broad perspective: she doesn't treat acupuncture like it's the only solution but part of a well balanced lifestyle.
She has a calming manner and really pays attention. I especially appreciate how she approaches problems with a broad perspective: she doesn't treat acupuncture like it's the only solution but part of a well balanced lifestyle.
Alinsm L.
Oct 19, 2011
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If you are considering acupuncture call Karen, I haven't felt healthier or stronger in years and it's all thanks her acupuncture treatments. I was involved in a car accidents 6 years ago and have been plagued with chronic back pain and spasms ever since, now I am healthy and back to enjoying the activities with out any pain or back spasms.
My first session I walked in with pain, cranky and with limited mobility on the right side of my body, I left feeling refreshed and completely pain free with full range of motion. I remembered feelings amazed about results of the treatment.
Karen
My first session I walked in with pain, cranky and with limited mobility on the right side of my body, I left feeling refreshed and completely pain free with full range of motion. I remembered feelings amazed about results of the treatment.
Karen
