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acupuncture in st.albans & harpenden

Kate holds a BSc in Acupuncture from the University of Westminster and has been in private practice since 1998. She is a full member of the British Acupuncture Council and is the Chair of the Acupuncture Childbirth Team in Hertfordshire.

She is passionate about working alongside her patients to encourage the body’s natural ability to heal and overcome disease. Kate provides acupuncture for all conditions, including physical and emotional wellbeing. She has a special interest in women’s health and how emotions can influence physical well-being.

Kate has two clinics for acupuncture appointments, one in St Albans and the other in Harpenden.

ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC
Harpenden, HERTFORDSHIRE

Kate offers acupuncture appointments 2 days a week at the Southdown Clinic in Harpenden Hertfordshire. The clinic usually runs on Mondays and Fridays.

The Southdown Clinic, 136a Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PU

There is free parking in the Co-Op store adjacent to the Clinic

ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC
St Albans, HERTFORDSHIRE

Kate offers acupuncture appointments 1 day a week at the St Albans Rooms, in the heart of St Albans. The clinic usually runs on Wednesdays.

St Albans Rooms, 21 Victoria Street, St Albans AL1 3JJ

Parking is available in The Maltings Car Park and the Civic Centre Car Park, just 1 minutes walk from the clinic. St Albans City Station is 10 minutes walk from the clinic.

fees

Fees are payable on the day of the session by cash or by bank transfer. Receipts are available to be sent via email on request. Check with your healthcare provider if you are covered, most are. Prices include consultation and treatment.

1 hour session - £100

Our cancellation policy

Cancellations are acceptable without charge up to 48 hours before appointment time. Half of treatment price will be due to allow for room rental and missed time.

FAQs

Here are some of our most asked questions, please do get in touch if you have any queries or would like to talk through how I can help you.

  • The truth is that acupuncture is a deeply relaxing and powerful treatment modality. It has a dynamic role in calming the central nervous system, taking us from a state of ‘fight or flight’ (where the body is almost permanently on high alert) to a calmer more fluid ‘rest and digest’ space, where the body heals.

    Acupuncture is part of the Traditional Medicine of China and was developed over 2,500 years ago. It is a medicine that has stood the test of time and many of the treatments are used in many therapeutic fields today. In recent years, there has been an increase in Western Medical research that supports the therapeutic effects of acupuncture. Many of these conditions can be seen on the NICE guidelines.

  • This is a common misconception, acupuncture needles are extremely thin and most people do not feel them at all. Some sensations can be felt when the needle connects with the point, and people describe feelings in the area such as a gentle buzzing or warmth.

  • It is best to wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment, as you may be asked to roll up your sleeves or trouser legs. You may be asked to remove an article of clothing so you may prefer to bring a drape or towel, or one can be provided for you.

  • Acupuncture is a powerful treatment modality. Please eat a meal a few hours before your appointment and try to allow time afterwards to relax and let the treatment take effect. It is best not to exercise after your appointment and try not to have other therapeutic treatments on the same day.

  • We operate a 24h cancellation policy, you will be charged for your appointment if you cancel with late notice, unless you have extenuating circumstances. Contact us with any queries.