Dr. Eden Goldman, D.C., C-I.A.Y.T., E-RYT500
Dr. Eden Goldman, D.C., C-I.A.Y.T., E-RYT500, is one of the leading Yoga and wellness lifestyle experts in the country. An avid sports Chiropractor, mindfulness teacher, LA Yoga Magazine contributor, and human movement specialist Eden is the Director of the Yoga and the Healing Sciences Program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, CA. He is co-author of Yoga Therapy and Integrative Medicine: Where Ancient Science Meets Modern Medicine and author of The Secret Art of Yoga Assists. Professionally, Dr. Goldman is the former Director of Yoga and Mindfulness at La Quinta Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, and former Clinical Director/Owner of the Yoga Doctors Institute of Integrative Medicine in West Los Angeles, California where he successfully treated thousands of patients.
Dr. Goldman’s multi-faceted approach to health and wellness integrates:
- Lifestyle Coaching
- Stress Management Skills
- Mindfulness Meditation Techniques
- Classical Eastern Yoga Therapeutics
- Mind-Body Medicine
- Physical Rehabilitation and Functional Movement Training
- Wellness-Based Chiropractic
- Myofascial Release Sports Massage
- Prevention
Professionally, Dr. Goldman completed his Doctorate at the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic @ Southern California University of Health Sciences and co-developed The Yoga Doctors Method of Chikitsa Vinyasa Yoga, or Therapeutic Flow Yoga, while personally mentoring under the founder of the International Association for Yoga Therapists, Dr. Larry Payne, Ph.D., and Dr. Craig Liebenson, D.C., author of Rehabilitation for the Spine and former team Chiropractor for the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers. He also co-founded and directed Karmapalooza, a 501(c)(3) non-profit Yoga charity that raised nearly $50,000 for other charities including The Nature Conservancy, Trees for the Future, and The Make-A-Wish Foundation and he was a team member in a collaborative study linking Mars Without Borders, UCLA and University of Texas, focused on yoga Therapy for Astronauts and Space Health.
Over the years, Dr. Goldman and his work have been featured in many forms of media including CBS News, ABC News, AM Northwest, Yoga Journal, Yoga Mind Body Spirit, LA Yoga Magazine, and the top-selling book, Yoga for Dummies.
Dr. Goldman’s feature article, “Wellness Tourism 2.0,” published in the October 2017 issue of LA Yoga Magazine can be found HERE.
Dr. Goldman’s most recent interview on “Yoga Therapy and the Effects of Sitting” on ABC news’ AM Northwest morning show, can be found HERE.
Lastly, here’s what some of Dr. Goldman’s patients and clients have to say about his treatment and care…
“Thanks SO MUCH for all your help and care with my lower back injury. I’m pretty amazed at the results and very grateful to have found you. I love the yoga exercises and really appreciate the nurturing and positive thoughts. I realize now I’ve missed the mind-body connection while doing rehab with other chiros and PTs, and it has made a tremendous difference.”
– JH, 33 Year Old Female, Television Producer, Sciatica
“Eden is a rock star. So knowledgeable, giving, and patient. He makes space for others to come in with their knowledge and is the perfect combination of Dr., P.T., Yogi, and Chiropractor.” – PH, 62, Nurse, Neck and Upper Back Pain
“Thank you Dr. Eden!!! You’ve been such a blessing in my life. Things have steadily been very good for me…You’ve turned me around!” – GG, 36, Cable TV Manager, Rotator Cuff Strain
“I am feeling 99% better and have been doing the exercises you gave me…the exercises are working and thank you again for your wonderful expertise and for helping me heal.”
– SH, 38 Year Old Female, Yoga Therapist, Cervical Muscle Strain
“I began seeking treatment with Eden after experiencing some pain and alignment issues that were inhibiting me from my regular yoga practice and running, my two loves. Through ongoing treatment I’ve not only regained all of my mobility and eradicated the pain I was experiencing, but have managed to surpass my original state of wellness. Having a doctor who is so knowledgeable of the demands I put my body through on a daily basis has been an amazing experience and being taught how to properly stabilize my body to avoid future injuries has been incredibly empowering. I ‘m so grateful Eden’s care has helped ensure I can keep doing what I truly love to stay happy and healthy!”
– AW, 25 Year Old Female, Waitress/Student, Neuropathy
“You are amazing! Thank you for probably the best private Yoga session I have ever had!”
– AR, 39 Year Old Female, Model, Private Yoga
“Thank you sooo much Dr. Eden. After not sleeping for a few nights before seeing you, I slept and slept and slept last night. I feel much better. A million thanks!”
– ML, 48 Year Old Male, Musician, Neck Sprain
“I really enjoyed the advice you gave me as well as the treatment…you’re an awesome healer!”
– RF, 35 Year Old Male, Acupuncturist, Spinal Stenosis
“My back feels grrreat! Thank you Dr. G!!!”
– RS, 29 Year Old Female, Yoga Instructor, Sacroiliac Joint Sprain
“I am continuing to do my exercises and am feeling pretty good…MIRACLE! Thank you!”
– CH, 57 Year Old Female, Legal Administrator, Cervical and Lumbar Muscle Spasm After A Car Accident
“Dr. Goldman was thoughtful of my personal limitations, answered all of my questions and responded to all of my concerns. Thank you for the excellent results!”
– JR, 68 Year Old Male, Retired School Teacher, Low Back Disc Radiculopathy
“Eden is a miracle worker. I felt great after treatment.”
– SG, 30 Year Old Female, Financial Analyst, Low Back and Hamstring Muscle Strain
“I highly recommend Dr. Eden. He is intelligent and compassionate. He communicates clearly and confirms you understand. I find his style gentle and effective whether it is as an instructor, physician, or as a spiritual influence.”
– LB, 53 Year Old Female, Yoga Instructor, Wellness Care/Prevention
“Eden is one of the kindest, most compassionate doctors I know. His unique approach to healing through chiropractic care and yoga therapy is centered in deep awareness and respect.” – KB, 37 Year Old, Chiropractor