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Acupuncture for Anxiety, Depression & Stress in Brighton

If you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, overwhelm or chronic stress, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to cope with it on your own. I offer acupuncture for anxiety, stress and depression in Brighton, supporting your nervous system both emotionally and physically.

Many people search for acupuncture and anxiety because they want a natural, drug-free way to feel calmer, sleep better and regain balance. Whether your symptoms show up as racing thoughts, panic, constant worry, or emotional exhaustion, acupuncture can be a gentle yet powerful support.


How Acupuncture Helps with Anxiety & Depression

Acupuncture works by regulating the nervous system, improving circulation, and supporting the body’s natural ability to self-regulate. It can be helpful for:

  • Anxiety & panic attacks

  • Low mood & depression

  • PTSD & trauma support

  • Stress & burnout

  • Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)

Alongside emotional symptoms such as excessive worry, poor sleep, irritability and difficulty concentrating, anxiety often creates physical symptoms, including:

  • Palpitations & shortness of breath

  • Digestive upset (nausea, diarrhoea, IBS)

  • Muscle tension, jaw clenching & headaches

  • Dizziness, cold hands, sweating or trembling

(WHO, 2007)


Stress, the Body & Long-Term Health

Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your mind — it also aggravates many physical conditions such as:

  • Migraines & tension headaches

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  • Hormonal imbalance

  • Back and shoulder pain

(Clinical Evidence, 2007)

Acupuncture for stress and anxiety can help calm the fight-or-flight response, allowing the body to shift into a state where healing becomes possible.


Acupuncture Alongside Medication or Therapy

Acupuncture can safely be used alongside:

  • Antidepressants

  • Anti-anxiety medication

  • Talking therapies

  • CBT and psycho-education

It may enhance the positive effects of conventional treatment while helping reduce unwanted side effects (Courbasson 2007, Yuan 2007).


Acupuncture and Anxiety in Brighton – Personalised Care

If you’re specifically searching for acupuncture anxiety Brighton, you’ll find my clinic is a calm, confidential and supportive space where treatment is always personalised. I don’t just treat symptoms — I look at:

  • Sleep patterns

  • Hormonal health

  • Digestive strength

  • Emotional patterns

  • Energy levels & burnout

This whole-body approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety and depression together, which is very common.

 


Ready to Book Acupuncture for Anxiety or Depression?

If you’re looking for acupuncture and depression support or want help with anxiety, stress and emotional wellbeing, you can:

Early support often leads to faster, more lasting results.


Professional Standards & References

I am a registered member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC).
More information is available from the British Acupuncture Council about:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • PTSD

What People Say About Acupuncture With Jo

I’ve been going to Jo Darling for the best part of two years. She is an exceptional acupuncturist. Deeply intuitive, compassionate and professional. I could not manage the stressful TV career I have without the help I get for nerves, stress and depleted energy from Jo. Could not recommend her more highly.

Harriet, Hove

Hello I'm Jo Darling
Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Practitioner
I’m an experienced Acupuncturist, passionate about helping you live a healthier, happier life. I love what I do at my Brighton & Hove acupuncture practice and have specialist interests in using acupuncture to assist fertility, to support cancer patients and pregnancy niggles as well as acupuncture to help women through menopause and for pain relief
I practice from my home Preston Park acupuncture clinic and Hove acupuncture clinic offering personalised, professional care, using acupuncture, moxa, cupping and electro-acupuncture where appropriate. I have also practiced Reflexology since 2006 and offer combined ‘Acureflex’ treatments – a wonderful combination of the wisdom of acupuncture and the soothing touch of reflexology.

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