Children

When your child isn’t quite themselves, it can be worrying and sometimes hard to know where to turn. I offer a gentle, supportive approach that’s adapted to each child, creating a calm space where they can feel at ease.

A woman giving a neck massage to a young boy sitting cross-legged on a massage table in a room with plain walls.

Acupuncture is suitable for newborns through to teenagers, and offers a natural way to support your child’s health.

I use a very gentle Japanese ‘no needle’ approach to paediatric acupuncture called Shonishin. This involves light tapping or brushing on the surface of the skin, rather than inserting needles. It’s designed to stimulate the body’s energy and support a return to balance alongside a gentle focus on specified symptoms and concerns.

Children often respond quickly to treatment, as they can be very receptive to small changes. I can also show you some simple techniques, based on Shonishin, that you can use at home if appropriate.

Children may come for support with a range of concerns, including sleep or feeding difficulties, anxiety, asthma, eczema, glue ear, or challenges around puberty. I also have a particular interest in working with children with additional or special needs.

LET'S TALK

  • "I first came to see Julia during a very difficult period in my life, and her treatments have been an incredible support ever since. Julia is a thoughtful and highly skilled acupuncturist. From the moment you walk into the room she makes you feel at ease. She listens with such care and attention that you already feel better, simply by being heard! After each treatment, I feel lighter, as if a weight has been lifted. Her treatments help me both emotionally, with stress and anxiety, and physically. She even completely unblocked my neck after just one session. She is now also treating my teenage daughter to help her navigate the challenging phase of adolescence. The benefit has been outstanding; my daughter’s mood has improved dramatically. Julia also always does her best to make herself available when needed, which means a lot. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for support in navigating the challenges of modern life, whether for stress, emotional wellbeing, or physical pain and niggles."

    Juliette

  • "Julia has treated my 3 children for various health issues and has kept us all healthy for years. She is totally professional, extremely skilled and exudes calm positivity. I can't recommend her more highly."

    Rachel HM