About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is one of the oldest and most refined systems of medicine in the world. Developed several thousand years ago in China, it is based in harmonious laws of nature and how they function in the human body, mind, and spirit. Today, acupuncture is used by one-third of the world as a primary healthcare system.
Acupuncture is the insertion of fine, disposable needles into the body at specific points on the body that have been found to have a higher electrical conductance and a larger concentration of nerves and blood vessels. The Chinese have identified these points over a period of two thousand years. Recently, scientific research and biomedical studies have confirmed their locations. Studies indicate that acupuncture influences the central and peripheral nervous system.
I was introduced to Sherrie Matthews and the amazing practice of facial acupuncture through my friend Carol Anne – and after my first session, found myself completely in love. A non-invasive process that draws upon the ancient Chinese wisdom related to longevity, beauty and balance, the experience was so relaxing and grounding, and I knew right away that it was something I wanted to implement into my long-term wellness regime.
- Jenni Kayne, Designer
Meet Sherrie
Voted "Best Acupuncture Treatment in Los Angeles" by LA Weekly
Sherrie Matthews LAc, is a licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist who has received her Master's Degree from Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica, California, and completed internships at both the ECTOM clinic there and Arthur Ashe Medical Center at UCLA. To customize treatments for the optimal health and well-being of her clients, she utilizes various techniques and modalities, including acupuncture, cupping, electro stem, moxibustion and ear seeds in combination with healing stones and essential oils.
Sherrie previously worked as a successful stylist for national fashion and celebrity magazines over the last decade. After years of making people looking great on the outside, she became more interested in making people feel great on the inside. Sherrie decided that it was time to merge her passion of traveling to exotic countries with her healing talents and decided to pursue Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Sherrie is a member of:
AAAOM: American Association of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
CSOMA: California State Oriental Medical Association
Acupuncturists With Out Boarders
NCCAOM
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