Support for Stress & Anxiety

Give your nervous system a break

Many people come to acupuncture feeling stretched thin, racing thoughts, tight shoulders, restless sleep or an unsettled stomach. In TCM, these patterns often point to Qi that isn't flowing smoothly. Treatment is gentle and deeply relaxing, and many people leave feeling calmer and clearer.

You might benefit if you

• Feel constantly “on” or overwhelmed
• Have trouble switching off at night
• Hold stress in your jaw, neck or shoulders
• Notice stress showing up in digestion or energy

For extra support, add 20 minutes of Reiki during your acupuncture rest time, or pair acupuncture with counselling with Antonio Guzman, RCC.

Other ways we can help

Counselling

Practical, compassionate counselling for anxiety, stress and emotional wellbeing with a Registered Clinical Counsellor, in English or Spanish. About counselling

Reiki

Gentle energy healing to help reduce anxiety and promote emotional clarity. About Reiki

Sound healing

Deeply relaxing vibrational sound therapy that helps calm the nervous system and release tension. About sound healing

Frequently asked questions

Can acupuncture replace therapy or medication for anxiety?

No. It can be a helpful complement, but please keep working with your doctor or counsellor, and never stop medication without medical advice.

I'm nervous about needles, is that OK?

Very common! Let your practitioner know; they'll go slowly and use very few, very fine needles to start.

Acupuncture is a complementary therapy. It works alongside, not instead of, care from your physician or specialist. Please tell your practitioner about any diagnoses, medications or pregnancy.