Classical Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an an ancient healing art that works with the body's energy as it flows through three-dimensional pathways called meridians. Meridians connect with and intersect the skin, muscles, bones, limbs and senses, influencing physical and emotional wellbeing. By stimulating specific acupuncture points on the skin, body's innate healing systems are activated promoting harmony and allowing the body-mind to be restored. Treatment aims to activate the body's natural ability to heal and to strengthen overall health and wellbeing.
There are many styles of acupuncture and I trained in and practise a classical form of acupuncture known as constitutional/Stems and Branches acupuncture which outlines the physical and emotional energetic constitution of a person, which is different for each individual. As such, it outlines the exact organs and meridians a person is most likely to develop imbalances in, when physically or emotionally out of balance throughout their lifetime.
The understanding of a person's unique energetic imprint allows me to treat each patient in a refined way. It has proven to be very effective in addressing the underlying cause of the presenting health problem, as opposed to treating symptoms alone, which promotes overall health and well-being in the long term.
I completed my fundamental training in acupuncture through a three-year undergraduate degree at the International College of Oriental Medicine, the oldest acupuncture college in the UK, regulated by Greenwich University in London. I then undertook extensive postgraduate training in Stems and Branches Acupuncture with Joan Duveen in the Netherlands over two years.
A core part of my practice involves integrating an understanding of Western medical pathology with classical Chinese medicine, particularly regarding energy systems. I received advanced training in Western–Classical Chinese Pathology with Peter van Kervel in the UK, also over two years.
Apart from continuous studies in acupuncture, I regularly attend seminars on natural medicine.
I am a member of The Acupuncture Society which acts as my regulatory body.
CONSULTATION AND TREATMENT
During the first session, a comprehensive medical case is completed by asking you questions about your current physical and psycho-emotional health as well as questions about your past medical history and your family medical history.
I allow plenty of time and space for you to express and explain all that is concerning you about your health and well-being.
I will then make a diagnosis and prepare a treatment strategy on how to help your body-mind to re-balance and get better.
The needles will stay inserted for about 21 minutes.
Further, I will explain how, alongside acupuncture, you can help to support your own body-mind to heal and thrive again.