From Our Patients

Golden Folk is a beautiful wellness practice, and Sonya is wonderful. I have various endocrine / hormone issues as well as sinus issues and regular acupuncture has really changed the way I feel overall. Sonya has created a plan for me that complements treatments from my MD, and I always feel heard by her. I highly recommend a visit!
— K.L.

All that Isabella literally needs to do is touch me with her pinky and I relax and melt and feel better!
— Lyndsay S.

I came to Golden Folk quite literally stiff as a board after several days of anxiety attacks. It was my first time cupping and it was actually relaxing! I left feeling as though I'd had a deep massage that made all of my back and shoulders release. Coupled with acupuncture, I left feeling nearly 90% myself and by the next day feel 100%.
— Danielle H.

The moment you walk in you feel you've been cleansed from the outside world with the intoxicating aromatherapy, the meditative bells and chimes and the beautiful energy that flows throughout the lovely space. I have been seeing Sonya for several years now. I started seeking acupuncture for lower back pains that have been relieved. I continue to return regularly for general upkeep for mental / physical balance. Sonya is very intuitive and knows exactly what I need. They have amazing teas too!
— Nikki S.

One of my favorite places in all of Los Angeles. I adore this sacred space and women in it. Andrea has been a source of deep emotional and physical healing, maternal nurturing and she has held space for me in a way that I can't express. I am grateful beyond measure to know this space is available to me when I am seeking solace, natural healing and a dear sister-friend to listen and take me in.
— Roxanne M.

I felt like a new person after acupuncture with Sonya. My mind, body and soul has been altered in the best way possible.
— Makaela N.

Isabella is a remarkable practitioner. She is skilled, kind and is a true healer. She found the perfect balance of strength and care, ease and effort, digging in and clearing out. Give yourself the gift of a session with her and I guarantee you will want to come back, I certainly do!
— Kelsey S.

Sonya is a wonderful and powerful healer. She's helped me move through a ton of things - like sleep issues, neck and back strains, peri-menopause symptoms, anxiety, and addiction. She has a gentle and thoughtful way, and leaves me feeling so taken care of and safe. She is truly a gift and I can't recommend her enough.
— Melanie B.

I have been going to Golden Folk Wellness for years now. The treatments I get truly have changed my life. The atmosphere is amazing and the people that work at Golden Folk are so caring and friendly. Golden Folk Wellness truly is a special place in Los Angeles.
— Sophie B.

I found Sonya & GF online searching for prenatal care for my insomnia and lower back pain. She is so wonderful, attentive and gentle. You feel very well taken care of, it's been a major relief in the second trimester and also a self-care treat that I'm giving to myself for the rest of pregnancy (and maybe post). I feel like I get 8 hours of sleep after one treatment, plus the environment and small touches like aromatherapy and beautiful decor don't hurt. I highly recommend!
— Claudia F.

I've been having hormonal issues for years, and have a lot of off the wall symptoms - Sonya was thorough and patient with all of the information I had for her, and helped me to move forward with a treatment plan that could finally address these issues. The session itself was very calming, private and not too long. Sonya is a minimalist with needles, which is great, so I didn't feel overcooked afterward. Can't wait for the next one.
— L.S.

Golden Folk has a warm and healing environment, filled with healthy plants and beautiful art, in a recently renovated, charming house. Sonya is a skilled practitioner and has a kind demeanor. I highly recommend adding the cupping treatment, which includes a warm towel and gentle swaddle.
— Anonymous

Sonya is just the best. The energy and peacefulness of the space and her treatments keeps me calm in the best way for the rest of the day. I have done acupuncture and cupping primarily for anxiety / tension clenching.
— Leslie

Sonja is amazing. So good at what she does. Very grateful to be able to receive her services. She is the best.
— Ramiz

Really wonderful and transformative care.
— Martha

I go to Isabella for massages and I can’t recommend her enough! She has such a kind and healing presence and I always leave feeling like I’ve just been on vacation. It’s so much more than your average massage. Isabella is skilled in lots of different styles of massage, bodywork and energy work that she will customize based on my symptoms. I haven’t found a practitioner who provides this level of care, personalization and expertise in a massage anywhere else in L.A. She’s the best!
— Anne G.

I’ve been going to Golden Folk for 2+ years now and am infinitely grateful for this practice. The space is beautiful & my regular treatments with Andrea & Sonya always leave me feeling better. I’ve seen them for hormonal issues, injuries & surgery recovery, anxiety/depression… literally everything you could imagine and I always leave feeling better and lighter. Highly recommend this place and all of its practitioners!
— Reba

Sonya has supported me throughout my IVF fertility journey so was no surprise that I went into labor the evening after receiving an induction acupuncture. Cannot recommend enough.

— Kate P.

Golden Folk is the kind of place you envision in the ideal and then no matter how many times you’ve gone it’s somehow even better. Saying it’s transformative is not an exaggeration. The profound subtle work that permeates in ways I didn’t know possible and the healing from that is lasting and true.

— Hugo A.

The folks at Golden Folk are wonderful. I always feel so grounded and grateful after a session. Their level of empathy and compassion is unparalleled. I love starting my week with Acupuncture and cupping with Sonya. It is a true practice of self care when I feel like I don't have time to do anything. My favorite thing that Sonya says each week is, "have a good rest." We need more rest and compassion these days and Golden Folk provides that.

— Erica C.

As soon as you enter Golden Folk Wellness you're greeted with a soothing aroma, tranquil sounds and instant warmness and care from Sonya. I've been seeing Sonya for a year and her practice has bettered my life with her calm, soothing demeanor and genuine concern for all patients that walk through her door. I would recommend and encourage anyone to go to Golden Folk Wellness for all their needs.
— Danielle C.

I received cupping from Jessica. Love this wellness clinic! It has a very relaxing, healing aesthetic and the girls who work there are very professional and knowledgeable. I got cupping to release toxins and improve blood flow. I will be back for more! I felt great afterwards!
— Jennifer P.

After my treatment with Isabella, I had clean, clear energy. After over a year in lockdown, my body and brain became sluggish even though I kept up with my normal health regime. I had no idea I would feel so energized and clear until hours later; after only one visit !!! I just assumed I was getting a typical body massage to get out the kinks. I will be returning, making these visits an essential part of my self care. I highly recommend this space, which is very clean, zen, and quiet ✨
— Debbie D.

A lovely place run by great people. Such a pleasure to go in there for any reason. You don't feel like a patient, you feel like a human.
— Ari G.

I came to Golden Folk Wellness after a traumatic year feeling totally depleted and out of control of my own body. I had never experienced anxiousness in any form and this terrified me. Sonya is a healer in every sense of the word. Not only did she restore me, but these past few months I’ve felt the best I’ve ever felt in my entire life. Thank you for using such a sacred medicine to bring us back to ourselves. We’re all so grateful to be your patients. 🙏🏾❤️
— Raquel H.

Isabella is a wonder. She spends time before each session checking in emotionally, physically and checks on how my sleep is. Her body work is gentle and the tuning forks and energy work are a game changer. I have been seeing Isabella regularly for about 2 months and I notice a shift in my energy each time. We chat after each session about what she noticed and what I noticed — I mostly notice that I am noodle and so relaxed afterwards! Isabella has become a big part of my self care routine.
— Erica C.

I started seeing Sonya in 6/2021, about a year after my COVID infection. I had lost my hearing (a rare COVID symptom that doesn’t seem so rare when you google it) in my right ear and had spent 11 months hoping for it to return. After my first appt with Sonya, my hearing completely returned! I was in total disbelief and I’m so incredibly grateful. I’ve seen so many specialists that just don’t know what to do, long Covid is still a mystery. I cannot recommend Sonya enough, don’t wait like I did!
— S.F.

My session with Andrea is always a delight and friendly professional. I am always relaxed when she takes care of me. I appreciate the cleanliness of the area and her wearing a mask at all times. I did notice her washing hands before and after she enters and exits the room.
— Maan L.

I see Sonya for cupping and sometimes acupuncture. She has the most intuitive touch and you're able to completely release and focus on healing under her hands. 💜
— Suzie S.

Golden Folk is truly my happy place. I see Sonya for treatment with the aches and pains associated with half marathon training. However, the entire space is so peaceful that I always leave with a better, more peaceful state of mind. I call it my "zen time." I truly see a difference in my mental and physical state after my visits here. I tell everyone I know to see Sonya at GF. It's the best gift I can give myself!
— Michelle B.

I had two sessions - one with Isabella for massage / reiki and one with Andrea for acupuncture. I couldn't be more grateful that they saw me last minute, and helped me with my shoulder / back / neck issues. Beyond the immediate relief, they also provided kindness and compassion. I recommend them both, and will most certainly be back for more services with them.
— Katheryn T.