ABOUT
Annie trained in Five Element acupuncture at
The Acupuncture Academy in Leamington Spa in 2018.
In clinic, Annie’s approach offers each patient a tailored diagnosis of their health needs.
During a thorough initial consultation, she will diagnose your element and any imbalances in your body, mind and spirit. We will delve into your medical history and lifestyle. There will be a physical palpation as well as pulse and tongue diagnosis. Annie will create a bespoke treatment plan for your specific health needs and will discuss treatment spacing to ensure the most efficient outcomes for you.
Acupuncture is an effective treatment for many complaints. For more information on whether acupuncture is suitable for you, visit the FAQ page.
Annie has a special interest in women's health, offering support through menstruation issues and menopause. She has worked with many women who are receiving chemotherapy, and post-cancer recovery.
QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
Post Graduate Advanced Licentiate in Acupuncture, Yellow Path by Gerad Kite, London (September 2025- July 2026)
Licentiate in Acupuncture, Distinction, The Acupuncture Academy, Leamington Spa, (September 2018-21)
Clinical Supervision in Wymondham Chiropractic Clinic under Sara Lucchetti 2021
CPD training and special interests
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Pulse diagnosis, Bruce McCallum, University of Westminster, London (October 2024)
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Working with Nutrition in Traditional Acupuncture, Lisa Lee (March 2024)
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Shonishin, Japanese Paediatric Acupuncture, Stephen Birch, London (April 2024)
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Fundamentals of Applied Channel Theory, Jamie Hamilton, Surrey (November 2023)
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3 day Tui-na (Chinese massage), Tim Sullivan, Leamington Spa (May 2023)
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Treating Musculoskeletal Conditions using Traditional East Asian and Western Medicine, Alex Brazkiewicz, London (November 2022)
TREATMENTS
Acupuncture
Fine 0.18mm gauge needles are inserted into acupuncture points which are on channel networks around the body.
Annie will work with your breath when inserting the needles to enable a more relaxed and painless treatment.
Acupuncture has been shown to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system resulting in a sense of calm and relaxation.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is an essential part of Chinese medicine which takes its name from moxa, prepared
from mugwort leaves.
Moxa can be held just above the skin, placed on top of an acupuncture needle or directly on the skin, over specific acupuncture points or meridians. The herb is then lit and as it slowly smoulders, heat permeates the skin and affects the flow of ‘qi’ (energy) and blood in the area being treated.
Cupping
Cupping is the placement of small suction cups on the surface of the skin.
Research suggests that cupping on the body can reduce pain. In addition it is anti-inflammatory and promotes increased blood circulation. It also helps to modulate the immune system.
Cupping leaves temporary marking on the skin. Patients report tension release and relaxation after cupping.
Electro acupuncture
Electro acupuncture passes electrical currents between acupuncture needles.
It is commonly used for musculoskeletal issues and can be very effective at treating pain.
Studies suggest that electro acupuncture works by activating sympathetic nerve fibres and increasing levels of opioids at inflammatory sites.
Treatment feels like a light tapping on the acupuncture point.