Golden Monkey Healing

I had both my hips replaced at 50; I am now 56. I started having spinal problems due to muscular stress from my «fake hips» and was afraid I was careening down the road to an inevitable spinal fusion. Matt has slowed that process considerably through his expert care. He was a physical therapist before he became an acupuncturist so he really understands the human musculoskeletal-​skeletal system. I hope to avoid spine surgery completely by continuing to see Matt regularly.
10 STARS!

My review is long over due. I have been seeing Matt for about a year a now. He’s really helped me come a long way. He definitely knows what he’s doing. Really down to earth guy with an enormous amount of knowledge. I go to him to just about everything!

This was my first experience with acupuncture and I am glad I went to Matt. He eased me into the whole thing. I really felt like he listened to what has been my issues (migraines, headaches, backaches). This time he treated me for an overall balance. Next time we concentrate on the back side.
I laid face up (you are fully clothed) and he applied the needles in areas all over my body to «reset» me. It really wasn’t that painful. He then left for what seemed like forever only because I didn’t know how long it would be lol. He turns on soothing music so just prepared to be there for 30 – 40 mins? Try and relax and meditate or something.
He also applied a peppermint balm to my face and it was so refreshing and soothing. He even gave me some to take home to apply when I get a headache.
Another tip: don’t move. Haha might seem obvious but remember those needles are placed strategically and in pressure points sometimes. Does not feel great to try and move.
I definitely felt looser the next day but will keep trying with acupuncture to help long term.

Matt is amazing! I had my first ever session of acupuncture on Monday. I tend to hyper extend my knees and have been feeling the pain in them grow as of lately. I also made an appointment for my father who suffers from chronic back pain and has found relief from acupuncture before.
We both really enjoyed our experience and both found immediate pain relief. Matt is truly knowledgeable at what he does and is very passionate. It was a very blissful experience, with wonderful meditative music to help you drift off and allow the physical pain to melt away.
Not only did my knee pain subside but Matt also took the time to suggest exercises I could do that would further alleviate my pain. He did the same with my father and was very compassionate. It seems we have found our acupuncturist!
So if your new to acupuncture or coming back to it definitely check out golden monkey to heal what ails you.

I moved cross country, really wish I can go back to Matt to work on my shoulder pain. His technique is effective, and most importantly he communicates well and remembers your problem and get right to the point. Miss this place!

Unfortunately I wound up having to get surgery so my treatment was not a success hence the 3 star rating. This may work for some people but ultimately this had little lasting impact for me. I did feel better for the 60 minutes afterward though which was a great relief considering I was in pain ²⁴⁄₇. 60 minutes, although short, was a welcome respite. I suspect my injury may have just been too far gone. I do recommend giving him a shot though.

I was in horrible back pain, for over 2 months. Never had I had this pain that I could not fix with chiropractic care or exercise. I was told that acupuncture would do me wonders, but I had gone in the past and was not that into it. I was recommended to Matt, who explained everything in great detail to me, and had me actually understand what was going on. He had me fill out a brief history of what I was going through and that already was a huge plus. Last place I went just asked where it hurt and stuck me. With a little massage, a little herbs, some heat and TLC, I then got a little adjustment and was on my way out the door, after relaxing for a bit. I was in pain for a day or so more and then it was like I was a new person. I am a huge believer that sometimes we just need to go outside our box to find ways to improve in our health. Matt was it! I am now back to exercising and feeling so much better!
I will do my best to go in for monthly tweaks and just some R&R! I would recommend his work to anyone.

Matt is fantastic! He is a good listener and very eager to get you on the mend. I have had several acupuncture treatments along with herbs from him. Both made a huge difference in some PMS symptoms I came to see him for. I would highly recommend him. He is available and very responsive to questions.

If you are in need of acupuncture or just thinking about it and are in the area, this is the place to go. After just a couple of visits so far, yesterday being my second treatment. I awoke today for the first time in like two years with zero back pain. Matt is awesome and a really great dude. I highly recommend.

After my third visit to Matt, I can say I’ve seen great improvements in my lung functioning. Before coming to Golden Monkey Healing I had been to several doctors, specialists, ER visits, etc… with no relief for my bronchitis that began in November 2014. I’ve been on antibiotics, steroids, anti anxieties for the side effects of steroids, different inhalers, all with nasty side effects and no relief. After three visits, I’m off the inhaler, not wheezing every morning, noon, and night. I haven’t felt this good in a very long time! I’m so pleased I started bringing my dad with stage four cancer and after one visit his neuropathy isn’t as bad.

Been dealing with back pain for the last 3 years, I tried everything, physical therapy, massages, some yoga, and chiropractor (which made it worse by the way) Nothing compares to the treatment I got done here. This has been a relief for my back and it feels great, I am able to workout and live the lifestyle I had before I hurt my back.
I highly recommend Matt!

What can I say, if you are looking for a natural healer/​acupuncturist look no further, Matt is your guy. I did a lot of research before I came here. Having had acupuncture done to me before I knew that this is a great way of healing your «problems» in my case my allergies, but at the same time I knew that this kind of task requires extensive experience and deep knowledge and passion. Matt has got all of those things that I just listed. After two sessions my allergies were completely gone, between those sessions and herbs Matt prescribed to me I now feel 100%. Don’t be fooled by other places that might charge you less, it is your health on the table, so simply settle for the best. Good luck.

After years of over working my body and ignoring chronic back pain post-​pregnancy, I found myself with a more serious problem to deal with. I had soft tissue issues from muscle memory that lingered from a decade’s worth of gymnastics, fused lumbar, and a tough pregnancy that resulted in carpel tunnel that kept me up at night. I’m happy to say that after a few months with my chiro, I decided to look into alternative treatments for my carpel tunnel/​shoulder tension and stumbled upon Golden Monkey Healing. Only with the expectation of minor relief, I was blown away by Matt’s expertise in kinesiology. It’s one thing to know where to go for an injury, but Matt has been able to give me valuable advice and realistic goals to incorporate into my daily movement. Being an avid Crossfit trainee, treatment is imperative, but prevention can change how you literally move through life.
Come here if you need any sort of relief, but run here if you’re an athlete.

I love this place. I’ve had a chronic pain problem in my shoulder and neck after breaking my clavicle many years ago and never getting proper treatment. I’ve seen doctors, chiropractors, massage therapists and done physical therapy, but never have I felt such a remarkable reduction in pain than after one acupuncture treatment with Matt. He’s a total anatomy nerd and was able to diagnose my issue in seconds. I felt like I was in good hands right away. He’s also super cool. There’s a very chill vibe in the waiting room and I was seen within a couple minutes of walking in the door on both of my visits. I’d definitely recommend Golden Monkey.

Was referred to GMH by a bunch of trusted friends all at different times whenever back issues were brought up. So when I needed help, I knew who to call. And I was so happy I listened to my friends. Matt is an amazing guy, friendly, warm and able to explain all the technical stuff in a way I could grasp. And I immediately felt a difference in my back and would go there anytime I need an adjustment

I have been seeing Matt for several years, and after moving to the west side, I still regularly trek to Sherman Oaks for treatment. He is truly a gifted healer… but he is also grounded and balanced. He has guided me through the physical, physiological, mental, and emotional canvases of life. He is a mentor, and I am grateful for his work. I have sent my husband, as well as a few friends to see him, and they’ve all had positive sessions where they’ve felt better afterwards. Words don’t really do Golden Monkey Healing justice… it is magic!~

Matt is fantastic! A wonderful healer with a magical gift. I have been having acupuncture for years back home in Australia. Having recently moved to LA I tried a few before settling on Matt as a favourite. I highly recommend.

Matt is a wonderful healer. I came from NYC where I used to have acupuncture all the time so I was so happy to find someone as capable as Matt. The real p roof for me that Matt is amazing was he changed my husband from a skeptic to a believer. My husband is a stunt man who needs to stay healthy for his work, and when I finally convinced him to start going to Matt, he called me afterward gushing about how amazing he felt. So major thumbs up for Matt — cannot recommend him enough.

Matt is amazing. I just had my first session with him and I truly feel happier. My path is a little longer with what I am working towards but I just feel confident he will help me achieve my goals. Matt was very professional and was really patient with my questions and concerns I had. I am excited for my next appt. Thank you !

I hurt my neck while at the gym about 10 days ago. I literally could not move my neck more then two inches in any direction without being in excruciating pain. I immediately went to my doctor. He prescribed me some muscle relaxers and Advil that did nothing. It got so bad that I was unable to sleep. I went to countless massage therapist and even a Mexican Sabador. No one could do anything for the pain. I decided to try acupuncture, at this point I was willing to try anything. Made an appointment with Matt, thinking this isn’t going to work.
I was running late for my appointment so I called. Matt answered and told me not to worry just come in. As soon as I walked in the door, Matt greeted me and walked me back to the acupuncture room. I literally didn’t have to wait one second. I recommend going to his website and filling out the patient info before you go in, it is so convenient. Matt asked me a few questions and then he assured me he could fix my neck. I looked at him with a stern glare and replied: «so your are telling me that you can fix this». I was sure he was full of shit just like every doctor and chiropractor I had been to in the past week. He chuckled and said; «yeah, I can fix the problem».
Lets just say I am a true believer!!! 100% true believer!!! By the time he was done I could move my neck for the first time in ten days. Not only could I move it, nearly all of the pain was gone.
If you are feeling stressed, tense… Let me just say; you know how you go and pay some idiot at Massage envy that doesn’t have a clue what they are doing. You go to get relief and leave frustrated. Well the next time you think you need a massage take that money and go see Matt! Seriously, you will thank me later.
PS. NO, It doesn’t hurt at all!!!