Integrative Acupuncture in Santa Monica, CA

Root-cause acupuncture, herbal medicine, and innovative therapies to help you feel better in your body—naturally and sustainably.

Trusted acupuncture & integrative care in Santa Monica, led by Plamena Gradinarova, DAcCHM.

Experience acupuncture in Santa Monica that helps you feel like yourself again.

With a root-cause, integrative approach, your care plan supports relief from pain, stress, digestive challenges, hormonal imbalance, and the deeper patterns that keep you from feeling your best.

Serving Santa Monica, Brentwood, Venice, Marina del Rey, Pacific Palisades, and West LA.

Our Services

Integrative treatments designed to support healing at the root—not just the symptoms.

Acupuncture

Holistic, evidence-informed acupuncture for pain, stress, digestion, women’s health, and whole-body balance.

SCENAR Therapy

Advanced neuro-stimulation therapy that helps modulate pain signals, reduce inflammation, and accelerate healing.

Cosmetic Acupuncture

Cosmetic acupuncture + collagen-stimulating microneedling to rejuvenate skin and support healthy aging.

Herbal Medicine

Targeted formulas to restore internal balance and enhance treatment results.

Our Specialties

Targeted, whole-body acupuncture care for the conditions Plamena treats most in Santa Monica.

Pain Relief
& Injury Recovery

Back, neck, joint pain, sciatica & injury recovery.

Women's
Health

Cycles, hormones, fertility & menopause support.

Digestion & Gut Health

IBS, bloating, reflux & gut-brain support.

Anxiety
& Stress Relief

Nervous system regulation for calm & resilience.

Skin
Health

Cosmetic acupuncture, microneedling & collagen support.

Integrative Wellness

Holistic care designed for long-term vitality.

Additional Conditions We Treat

Back & Neck Pain
Headaches & Migraines
Sciatica & Nerve Pain
Sports Injuries & Muscle Strain
TMJ / Jaw Tension
Arthritis & Joint Stiffness
Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue

Insomnia & Sleep Issues
Fertility & Reproductive Support
Menopause & Perimenopause Symptoms
Pregnancy & Postpartum Support
Allergies & Immune Support
Post-Surgical Recovery

Meet Plamena Gradinarova, DAcCHM

Doctor of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

She brings more than 22 years of experience in kinesiology and holds both a Master’s and a Doctorate degree from SCUHS. As she continued to deepen her knowledge and expertise in Chinese acupuncture and herbology, she discovered that this integrative approach was truly the right path for her professional journey.

She specializes in chronic pain, digestive health, women’s wellness, anxiety relief, and cosmetic rejuvenation. Patients describe her treatments as grounding, restorative, and transformative.

FAQ: Visiting Our Santa Monica Practice

Where can I find acupuncture in Santa Monica?

Our practice is located at 729 Montana Ave, Ste 6, Floor 2, in Santa Monica, CA 90403, and we welcome patients from throughout the community — including Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Venice, Marina del Rey, and the wider West LA area. If you’ve been searching for acupuncture in Santa Monica that looks at your whole health picture, not just one symptom, we’d love to meet you.

What happens at a first visit?

Every care plan starts with your full history — your symptoms, your goals, and the patterns behind them. From there, Dr. Gradinarova builds a plan drawing on acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other integrative therapies, tailored to what your body needs.

How many sessions will I need?

This depends on you — your history, your goals, and how your body responds over time. Dr. Gradinarova will talk through a realistic plan with you at your first visit, so there are no surprises.

Do you see patients from outside Santa Monica?

Yes — alongside Santa Monica, we regularly see patients from Brentwood, Venice, Marina del Rey, and Pacific Palisades. Wherever you’re coming from, we’re glad you found us.

The Power of Acupuncture

Acupuncture enhances circulation, reduces inflammation, and helps regulate the nervous system—supporting pain relief, digestion, hormonal balance, and stress reduction.

Holistic Support for Modern Life

Common concerns supported by acupuncture include migraines, sciatica, anxiety, insomnia, PMS, fertility, menopause, digestive issues, and chronic pain.

Integrative Care That Goes Deeper

Plamena combines acupuncture with SCENAR therapy, herbal medicine, and other modalities to address the root cause of symptoms and support long-term healing.

Kind words

“Plamena listens in a way that makes you feel truly seen. Her treatments go beyond the symptoms — she understands how everything in the body is connected. After years of chronic pain and doctor visits, I finally feel real relief.”

“I came to Plamena for digestive issues and anxiety, and I noticed improvements so quickly. She has a gift for understanding the root of what’s going on. Her presence is calming, her treatments are grounding, and I always leave feeling better.”

“I had tried so many practitioners before finding her. Plamena’s integrative approach — acupuncture, herbs, and SCENAR — has transformed my pain, my stress, and even my sleep. I wish I had found her sooner.”