Stella de Stefanis

Menopause is a natural transition, but the changes that come with it can sometimes feel anything but simple. Hot flashes, night sweats, disrupted sleep, changes in mood, brain fog, fatigue, headaches, digestive changes, vaginal dryness, and shifts in the menstrual cycle can all begin during perimenopause—and every woman experiences this transition differently. At Acupunctury in Santa Monica, we approach perimenopause and menopause with that individuality in mind. Traditional Chinese Medicine...

If you’ve ever gotten off the acupuncture table feeling unusually calm, sleepy, grounded—or simply a little more at ease—you’re not alone. Many people notice a shift in how they feel during or after an acupuncture treatment. While acupuncture is often sought out for specific concerns like pain, headaches, digestive symptoms, sleep, or stress, that feeling of deep relaxation can be one of the more noticeable parts of a treatment. So, why does it happen? The answer may have a lot to do with the...

You may come in for cosmetic acupuncture hoping to soften the appearance of fine lines, reduce puffiness, support collagen production, or simply give your skin a healthy refresh. But somewhere along the way, you might notice something unexpected: you’re sleeping more deeply, feeling calmer, experiencing less tension, or simply feeling more balanced overall. That’s because facial rejuvenation isn’t only about the face. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it takes a whole-body approach to...