Acupuncture

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a gentle, effective healing practice with roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It involves the precise placement of fine, sterile needles into specific points on the body to restore balance, improve energy flow, and support the body’s natural healing processes.

Charlotte, the Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbal Medicine Practitioner at Healing hands also integrates Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) — a mind-body approach that helps release unresolved stress patterns stored in the nervous system. This combination allows us to address both the physical and emotional aspects of health, supporting whole-person wellbeing.

How Acupuncture Works

In TCM, health is understood as the smooth, balanced flow of life energy (Qi) through pathways called meridians. Illness, discomfort, or stress can disrupt this flow. By stimulating acupuncture points, acupuncture aims to:

  • Rebalance energy pathways

  • Encourage the body’s natural repair mechanisms

  • Promote relaxation and emotional resilience

  • Support healthy communication between the body and mind

NET complements this by identifying and helping to resolve patterns of emotional stress that may be contributing to physical symptoms.

Person receiving acupuncture treatment with multiple acupuncture needles inserted into their back.

What Acupuncture Can Help With

Many people turn to acupuncture for a wide range of health concerns, including:

  • Pain & Injury – back pain, neck pain, joint pain, arthritis, muscle tension

  • Stress & Emotional Wellbeing – anxiety, low mood, burnout, emotional blocks

  • Headaches & Migraines – tension headaches, cluster headaches, chronic migraines

  • Hormonal Balance & Fertility – menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, fertility support

  • Sleep Issues – insomnia, restless sleep, difficulty staying asleep

  • Digestive Health – bloating, IBS, reflux, sluggish digestion

  • General Wellness – immune support, energy levels, recovery from illness

Whether you are dealing with a specific condition or simply want to improve overall wellbeing, acupuncture offers a natural, drug-free approach.

What to Expect in a Session

Your first visit begins with a detailed consultation to understand your health history, lifestyle, and goals. Charlotte will create a treatment plan tailored to your needs, which may include:

  • Gentle, precise needle placement

  • NET techniques for emotional release

  • Relaxation time to allow the treatment to take full effect

Most clients find the experience deeply calming and notice improvements in both physical symptoms and overall mood.

COST

Initial Acupuncture Consultation (including NET support) - $200

Follow-Up Acupuncture Consultation - $165