The Proof: What My Clients Say
“Doc Smith is a treasure! I really respect his holistic approach to healing and healthy body, mind and spirit. I have learned how to posture correctly, in a way that’s best for me and my spine is getting stronger as a result of his approaches and support. He really cares for people and his goal is to help people get out of pain over anything. I practice Jing Palace everyday. It’s helped me to realign my spine and strengthen my neck. It also has relieved lower back tension. If you get a chance to learn from Doc it will improve your life. Most of all Doc is a wonderful, caring, supportive healer.”
~Abby Murrell, Boynton Beach, Florida
I’m working with Doc Smith remotely, since I live in Germany. He has been very patient with me to explain on how Jing Palace works and how it helps many people with their posture and pain reliefs. I was amazed how a simple tool can be effective and my 5 year old kid is already using his method because it just felt natural. It’s something I can work with it every day between as little as 5 minutes up to 30 minutes. Thank you Doc for the wisdom sharing!
~Nils Enders-Brenner, Germany
“Doc Smith is for real! He’s teaching anyone with a willingness to learn how to work with their own body’s natural ability to heal. In the last 2 months working with Doc Smith’s protocols, I’ve gotten rid of insomnia, anxiety, neck pain, headaches, brain fog, irritability, and PMS. I’ve improved urinary and digestive issues which were impacting my daily activities, and now aren’t interrupting my life anymore. I also have a lot more energy and I’m able to handle more than I could before, both work-wise and socially. But the most profound change has been the calm I feel now. I was struggling with anxiety and often couldn’t relax and let go of stress. Now I feel super chill ALL THE TIME, and I don’t need to drink, smoke, take a pill, or eat comfort food to feel that way. I can’t tell you how much that has changed the quality of my life! Doc Smith also helped me relax about the whole process of healing. He has a gift for making you feel empowered, optimistic, and comforted at the same time. True healing necessitates some lifestyle or daily habits changes for most of us, and that can be scary at first. Doc challenges you but he also helps you give yourself a ton of grace through the process while you adapt to changes that create good health. I’m forever grateful to Doc Smith—truly an angel on earth.”
~Joanna, Dallas, Texas
“Doc Smith is by far my most favorite person to get bodywork from! His energy is powerful and he knows exactly how to rock you into a state of bliss. With his natural talent he’s able to release the physical AND energetic stagnation and tension from the body simultaneously. I received quite a few massages in my life and none were nearly as satisfying as Doc’s. My entire vibration was lifted for hours after receiving from him. It was healing on every possible level. Thank you Doc Smith!”
~Madison, Santa Barbara, CA
“Doc’s Tui Na sessions are fantastic! I saw him after a car accident and his healing touch and ability to connect with my needs were unique and impressive. It was the most therapeutic bodywork I have ever received, at a time when I as most in need. Doc Smith is a gifted therapist!”
~Kate, Santa Barbara, CA
“I’ve been getting bodywork fairly regularly for 30+ years, and my recent session with Doc Smith was definitely one of the very best I have EVER received. He really helped my body and my stress, without hurting me. I don’t know how he seemed to go deep without causing pain, but he did, and therefore I was able to relax deeply. I highly, highly, highly recommend!“
~Jill, Denver, CO
“I have been blessed with receiving bodywork from all over the world, I would have to rate his as the absolute best! Doc Smith was truly the star of my weekend as I melted into his healing energy of advanced wisdom! His touch and healing energy is absolute perfection like we have known each other for life times. I was so comfortable with him releasing and replenishing renewed energy in my body. The sore and fatigued tension slipped away and I felt like I had a newly refreshed body floating around in bliss for quite some time afterwards! Thank you!! Stephan, my boyfriend who is a holistic practitioner also received a Tui Na session from Doc. He also claimed it was the absolute best he has ever had! We were both so appreciative and look forward to many more…if Doc Smith is in town you will totally enrich your life with his talents and touch!!”
~Cathie, Sun Valley, Idaho
“I had been in a wheelchair for 3 months because of a back injury and a subsequent chiropractic adjustment gone awry. My first meeting with Doc opened my eyes to so many more things I could be doing to rehab my back, other than the basic back exercises I was doing. Through doing video sessions with doc, I was able to learn exercise methods that address the needs of my back rehab – AND, Doc had a wealth of knowledge and understanding about the underlying nuts/bolts/physics of these exercise. And, he made sure I was doing them correctly, so that I was getting maximum benefit; so that I not only learned the HOW, but the WHY as well. In our second session, I was feeling pretty good about my back rehab regimen. But then Doc delivered a wake up call: even though I still couldn’t walk, I was spending too much time in the chair. Even though I was doing exercises to activate, engage, and stretch my back muscles, I was not doing enough standing or active movement. He challenged me to set up a yoga mat, and crawl on the ground a bit, regularly, for the benefit of cross lateral movement. He also challenged me to try to get out of the chair and get on my knees, and then stand up, either on my own power, or with the support of a bed or the wheelchair. (In the first three months of being in a wheelchair, I couldn’t have done this, but I met doc just as I was starting to have a little more ability to move my neck and body, so it was a perfect challenge for the place I was in my healing process) This was the missing link in my rehab, and I feel so lucky that I found Doc, so I could accelerate my healing. Like a good teacher, he showed me that even if you are doing good things, there’s usually more you can be doing. Doc gave me the resources/skills, and knowledge, to see the gaps in my rehab, and to start a new path forward with greater understanding and awareness of the kinds of things I need to do to take charge of my healing; things like increasing range of motion, opening up the joints, correcting postural problems, and strengthening + improving flexibility the muscles. -Thank you, Doc”
~CJ Devries, Buellton, CA
“Doc is experienced true healer/coach/naturopath who loves to share his wisdom and vast knowledge with anyone, who seeks answers in natural health. He takes his job very seriously with passion and devotion, to help people overcome their health struggles and challenges a specially link to their posture, breathing in One -on-One sessions. He brought to our life not only LIGHT and hope by helping my husband after suffering for many years with severe illness, but he shared his amazing physical strength, his knowledge and patience from day one. Doc gave to my husband in every session needed feeling of care, pace, love and friendship to go through another day.”
~Hana Haig, Santa Barbara, CA
“Doc is a legit healer and authentic soul who can help you tap into that light you have within and start to move it around and expand it. Whether it’s in-person bodywork (tui na) or just catching up on zoom remotely, Doc has the intuition, care and wisdom to loosen that which binds you and restore connection between the mind / body / soul complex. I’ve worked with Doc in person in Santa Barbara and remotely doing breath work as well as posture corrective workouts which I have found to be quite effective. I have also found our philosophical and spiritual conversations to be quite illuminating which has helped bring peace during times of personal strife. He has a solid understanding and respect for Traditional Chinese Medicine teachings and he’s adept at sharing those teachings which can be quite helpful as well. If you happen to stumble upon Doc and his work and it speaks to you, take it as a sign and be sure to reach out! I’m happy I did.”
~Phil Defilice, Baltimore, Maryland
“I met Doc Smith several months ago online. I had so many problems going on I thought it was hopeless. Doc told me that with time, patience and the daily application of his techniques, that I would heal. Honestly, at first I didn’t believe him — because I had tried everything. Muscle aches everywhere and I couldn’t move my neck cause it was always in so much pain. Doc taught me some Qi Gong & proper breathing, stretches, relaxation and strengthening techniques …all things I could do at home or at a gym that didn’t require any money. It did take about a month of applying these techniques for me to start noticing a change….and then a month after that, I felt even more changes….less pain, less stress, I was doing better at work, you name it. I am so thankful for Doc and everything he’s taught me. He made me realize just how awsome and perfect our bodies are and how, and how our bodies can heal themselves from just about anything. I am eternally grateful that I met Doc. I will continue to learn and expand my knowledge and use my body’s full potential, now that I know how.”
~Daniel Burke, El Paso, Texas
“Doc Smith is a very talented healer. After my last session with him, my body felt strong and powerful. I’m so grateful to be able to work with Doc and strengthen my body!”
~Leah Williams, Santa Barbara, CA
“I use what I learned in Tui Na in all of my healing sessions now, and I practice Jing Palace everyday. It’s helped me to realign my spine and strengthen my neck. It also has relieved my jaw tension and pain. If you get a chance to learn from Doc, whether it be his Tui Na class, or Jing Palace, you will come out of it with information that will greatly benefit you and those around you. Thanks again Doc!”
~Chris Jablonka, Santa Barbara, CA
“It’s just as Doc says, truly! Learn the Qi Gong mindset and moving meditation. Doc began working with me 6 months ago. I am so thankful for him, his knowledge, and his years of experience. I was having episodes of extreme pain, preventing me from getting necessary sleep. It was taking its toll on me. Healing was needed, but getting rest had to be the first priority. As I began working with Doc, I experienced immediate results. Just knowing what we have been told, that our healing comes from within, is not enough. We must know it and RECEIVE it. Doc helped me onto that path. Doc can help you too. Ask and he will. That’s what Doc is all about. Just a little effort leads to more effort. Next thing you know? You’ve made your way among the many clients that Doc has helped. The testimonies are there. I’m only one. There are many more from all walks and all labels of maladies. Doc knows how to help you access your power within. Come to Doc optimistic and he will show you how to build confidence in yourself. The NEXT STEP? Continue your healing journey!!! DO NOT SKIP!!! Doc is for real.”
~Cliff, Boise, Idaho
“Doc is simply the real deal. After a half century of dutifully exercising (you name it — I tried it), without much pleasure & marginal fitness, Doc offers a collection of exercises & practices that make exercising more enjoyable, like dancing, and with the incredible bonus —- all those losses of function that we call “just getting older” — healing & strengthening is possible at any age!! Also, highly recommend, letting his incredibly sensitive hands, guided by his deep understanding of our bodies, be part of your healing journey back to better health.”
~Randolph Proksch, Kernville, CA
“This past summer I drove up from Santa Monica to Carpinteria for a session with Doc. We had a day full of movement and, as a health coach, Doc showed me ways to strengthen my neck and shoulders using the Jing Palace method. I have a fractured clavicle from a cycling accident and the pain is sometimes unbearable. I was told this will be a life-long injury and I will have to simply “deal” with the pain. The techniques I learned from our Qi Gong flow provided pain relief in my neck, back, and shoulders. Learning proper technique on how to use the medicine ball to improve range of motion has been a true awakening. At first I was skeptical of the Jing Palace method, but through practice and persistence, I found I now sleep better, have pain-relief, and generally move freer. I highly recommend working with Doc for anyone experiencing pain in their neck, back, shoulders or anywhere else. Also, Carpinteria is a gorgeous location that allows for immediate connection to nature and healing.”
~Mikhail Roussos, Santa Monica, CA
“Have worked with Doc Smith for a while now and the results are incredible. The Jing Palace has been life changing. I also took the level 1 Tui Na Joint-opening certification from Doc in Santa Barbara. I learned so much and it helped me get a job with The Stretch Lab. Highly recommend.”
~Ryan Turley, Santa Barbara, CA
“Doc Smith is super sensitive to the healing needs of others. For many years, he has brought his healing practices to a music festival that I produce. He shares qi gong, massage, and energy work, as well as awesome original music and well chosen covers. I always look forward to having this kind soul back as one of the most loved artists and most effective healers since the event started in 2016. He has changed my life simply through one of our many conversations by suggesting that instead of finishing my showers with a cold rinse, I instead use cold water and movement for the entire duration of the shower. It’s been mind blowing. I would recommend his healing artistry to any and all.”
~Chris Hawley, Venice Beach, CA
“Doc Smith, his healing teachings and his dedication to assisting others how to heal themselves is a gift! He has opened up a new world for me to learn about being in control of my body, health and happiness. He has my highest possible recommendation and anyone who works with him will experience better well-being. Thank you Doc!!!”
~Ryan Russo, Littleton, New Hampshire
“He’s an extremely knowledgeable and compassionate body worker that goes well beyond any kind of massage.”
~Peg, Encinitas, CA
“I’m feeling incredibly healthy, and free in my body. Whatever you are doing, it is extremely powerful.”
~Miia, Escondido, CA
“This review is WAY over due! My partner-stretching session with Doc was excellent. I am a Cosmetologist which requires me to work long hours on my feet in a variety of awkward positions. I often have back and shoulder discomfort, Doc focused on my problem areas with extra attention and had me feeling brand new in no time! Thanks Doc!!!”
~LiaRose, Santa Barbara, CA