Stress Relief

Modern life brings constant pressure, and it is easy for stress to take its toll on your body and mind. Acupuncture for stress helps to relax your nervous system, release tension, and restore a sense of calm and balance.

Stress Relief

Acupuncture for Stress Relief

Stress is almost unavoidable in modern life. The current landscape of the world leads to constant overwhelm, overworking, and a lingering feeling of not having enough. Chronic stress drives up our cortisol levels, ensuring we stay in fight or flight, and our bodies never get a chance to recover fully. The result is devastating. Chronic stress can affect every aspect of our lives, from sleep, mood, digestion, and immunity, and can exacerbate long-term illness. Acupuncture can provide a natural way to release tension and restore balance.

Why Stress Affects Us So Deeply

Stress causes our body to stay in a fight-or-flight response without the parasympathetic nervous system ever kicking in. This floods our body with adrenaline and cortisol, meaning our body never recovers or relaxes. 

Constant activation of this response is the primary cause of so many illnesses. This can eventually lead to:

• Anxiety, irritability, and other mental health complaints
• Headaches and migraines
• Digestive problems
• Poor sleep
• Lowered immunity and many other conditions
  

In Chinese medicine, stress is often associated with stagnation in the liver meridian, which governs the smooth flow of qi around the body. However, this isn't always the case, and there are many different ways to treat stress, even if it is primarily associated with the Liver. When the Liver is blocked, tension, frustration, and irritability arise.

 Josh has been amazing for me. I’ve just switched jobs which has been highly stressful and overwhelming. I’ve been seeing Josh for a few months now which has been extremely helpful in so many ways. I feel better equipped to cope with my day-to-day job and responsibilities. It’s refreshing to speak to someone who has history in a corporate world. If you’re thinking about trying acupuncture then Josh is your guy - even if you don’t have an illness. He is such a good advocate and is brilliant in this field.

— Megan

How Acupuncture Helps with Stress

Simply put, acupuncture activates the parasympathetic nervous system, reminding the body that it isn’t in danger. Historically, our bodies linked stress to survival; today, however, stress is more often triggered by emails, social media, and countless other stimuli. Acupuncture helps restore balance by guiding the body back into harmony, fostering a sense of safety, and encouraging deep relaxation.

There are multiple other ways to describe how acupuncture works, which include:

• Calming the nervous system by reducing our cortisol levels
• Releasing endorphins, such as dopamine, which help to improve mood and relaxation
• Relieving physical tension in the body, often found in the neck and shoulders
• Relaxing muscles and easing physical discomfort
• Just having the time to ourselves, an hour, where there is nothing expected of us
  

Restoring the flow of Qi and promoting harmony within the body has many other benefits, and a rationale can be drawn from this.

What to Expect

Acupuncture begins with a comprehensive consultation, typically lasting up to an hour and a half. During this, you're given the time to tell your story, which covers many different aspects. This covers your medical history, stress triggers, and how stress manifests. Going into lifestyle and mindsets is often important too, as these can have profound impacts alongside posture and breathing patterns.

The goal is to uncover the root cause of your symptoms, understand why you have come to the clinic, and determine the best way to help you. This enables me to devise a tailored treatment plan that includes coaching and the precise placement of fine needles at balancing points, such as Liver 3, Pericardium 6, and Yin Tang (the “Third Eye”).

Sessions are deeply relaxing, with many patients drifting into sleep during treatment. Most leave feeling a profound sense of calm and serenity.

Why Choose Our Clinic?

• Josh is a specialist acupuncturist focused on mental health and stress.
• Acupuncture offers a space to relax in a calming environment, aimed at giving you the time it needs to achieve your healing goals.
• Additional lifestyle guidance for stress relief, such as breathing, dietary changes or exercises to do
• Holistic care blending ancient wisdom with modern understanding

Frequently Asked Questions

Don’t let stress rule your life. Book your acupuncture session today and find your calm again.