Sonya Schwartz MSTCM, L.Ac. joins Being In LA after receiving her Masters Degree from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco. In addition to a strong general practice, she specializes in the treatment of emotional disorders, digestive disorders, chronic fatigue, and women’s health. She is also trained in Shiatsu massage and Advanced Facial Rejuvenation*. With a foundation in acupuncture and herbal remedies, Sonya also incorporates “Cupping,” “Moxibustion,” and nutritional counseling into her healing program. Through these integrated techniques, she has seen great success in treating a wide range of afflictions, from severe drug addiction to chronic back pain.
A native Angeleno, Sonya has a background in public relations for the non-profit sector. While she enjoyed her time in that field, she felt her true purpose was to help people in a more profound way. With an acute and personal understanding of the pitfalls of Western medicine and the Healthcare system, she was compelled to seek an alternative path to wellness, both for herself and those she wanted to help. After extensive travel and research, she discovered Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and recognized its power to heal and transform.
Sonya’s primary goal is to help people and provide them with the tools to live a healthy, active ,and vibrant life. She combines the wisdom of TCM with a deep understanding of Western Biomedicine, resulting in a truly modern approach to care. Through highly individualized and thorough examination and diagnoses, she creates tailored treatment plans and realistic goals for her patients. Together, Sonya and her patients work to improve health and create balance.
With extensive experience in clinical settings such as the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic and The Jewish Home for the Aged, Sonya has witnessed vast improvements in a broad range of illnesses and ailments, from alcoholism to arthritis; anxiety to skin conditions. She is deeply invested in the success of her patients and approaches their issues with great care, consideration and empathy. She is excited to join the Being family and looks forward to sharing her knowledge and expertise with the community.
Testimonials
“Sonya has an innate healing touch. Her energy is calm, soothing and strong. She has worked with me for a few months now at combating a number of issues: menstrual cramps, anxiety, depression and digestive problems, all with great success. Sonya spends a lot of time and energy thinking about my health and mapping out a comprehensive treatment to improve it. I’ll continue to see Sonya for years to come!” - Sarah, Los Angeles
“Sonya is a healer - it's in her fingertips, her voice, her heart. With acupuncture, you are trusting someone else to realign your energy - trusting them with your body. And much too often it is depersonalized - some stranger helping "heal" you. But because Sonya's own energy is so beautiful and gentle, you can trust that every treatment will be calming and safe and that you'll leave feeling renewed. I have been getting acupuncture for 15 years, but Sonya's gentle hands are by far my favorite. I would never let anyone else treat me.” - Melinda, Los Angeles
“I have seen several acupuncturists over the years and I have to say that after working with Sonya, I have no need to go any further. Sonya has a gentle bedside manor and an intuitive sense. She listens with her full attention and offers a realistic plan of action. Her treatments are precise and effective and I can feel the difference in my body, energy, and mood after every time. I look forward to each visit and know that for that hour and a half I can trust in the knowledge that my whole being is in great hands.” - Amber, Los Angeles
