Frequently Asked Questions

Your first session begins with a consultation. We will talk about your health history, lifestyle and what has brought you to treatment.

Chinese medicine considers the body as a whole, so we may also talk about your sleep, digestion, energy levels and emotional wellbeing.

This helps me tailor your treatment to you.

Your first appointment is approximately between 60-90 minutes, giving us plenty of time for your consultation and treatment.

Follow-up appointments are approximately 45-60 minutes.

The needles remain in place for part of this time, allowing you time to settle and rest.

This will depend on what has brought you to treatment, how long you have been experiencing it and how your body responds.

Some people notice changes relatively quickly. Others benefit from a course of treatments that allows change to happen more gradually.

We can discuss this together as your treatment progresses.

Loose, comfortable clothing is ideal. Many acupuncture points are located on the arms and legs, so clothing that allows easy access to these areas is helpful.

Yes. All acupuncture needles are sterile, single-use and safely disposed of after each treatment.

When performed by a trained practitioner, acupuncture is generally considered safe. Your treatment will be tailored to you and your individual circumstances.

Acupuncture is often used to support both physical and emotional wellbeing.

If stress or emotional wellbeing is one of the reasons you are considering acupuncture, we can discuss this during your consultation and tailor your treatment accordingly.

Many people leave feeling calm and relaxed. Others notice that they feel more energised.

Your response is individual, and sometimes changes are subtle and develop over the days following treatment.