With over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialise in supporting women and couples undergoing IVF and other assisted reproductive treatments. My research on acupuncture and IVF outcomes was published in the Journal of Chinese Medicine and continues to inform my approach today.

I combine the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-based practice to create safe, individualised care through every stage of IVF. My treatments focus on restoring balance, easing stress, and promoting the best possible environment for implantation and wellbeing.

I understand how emotional IVF can be, and I’m always happy to talk things through — whether you’re preparing to start or already mid-cycle. You can book a new patient appointment or arrange a free 15-minute consultation to explore how acupuncture may support you. Book here.

Acupuncture can support your body through each phase of IVF. Every plan is personalised, but treatments often align with key moments in your cycle:

• Early preparation (3–6 months before IVF): helps regulate hormones, improve sleep, and support the health of eggs and sperm, which take around 90 days to mature.

• Down-regulation: supports the body as it adjusts to hormonal changes and promotes calm.

• Stimulation phase: encourages healthy blood flow to the ovaries and uterus while easing stress.

• Egg collection: supports recovery, reduces tension, and can also help boost sperm energy when both partners receive treatment.

• Pre- and post-embryo transfer: acupuncture before and after transfer has been shown in research to help relax the uterus and promote circulation to the endometrium, creating an optimal environment for implantation.

• Two-week wait: helps maintain calm and emotional stability during what can feel like the longest stage.

The most widely used treatment approach is the Paulus Protocol, developed for IVF transfers. My extensive experience with this method — alongside the insights from my published research — allows me to adapt each session to your needs with both care and precision.

If you become pregnant after IVF, acupuncture can continue to support you in early pregnancy. It can help ease nausea, regulate energy, and offer reassurance through what can be an anxious time — especially if you’ve experienced loss or difficulty in the past.

IVF can stir a complex mix of emotions — hope, anxiety, excitement, and exhaustion. Acupuncture provides a place to rest, breathe, and let go.

Many of my patients describe treatments as a sanctuary in their week — helping them sleep better, feel calmer, and manage the ups and downs of IVF more gently. Physically, acupuncture may also help ease bloating, tension, or fatigue caused by hormonal medication.

In addition to in-clinic sessions, I can teach you simple acupressure points and relaxation techniques to continue the benefits at home.

With over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialise in supporting patients undergoing IVF and other assisted reproductive treatments. My research on acupuncture and IVF outcomes was published in the Journal of Chinese Medicine, and continues to inform the way I practise today.

At my Brighton & Hove clinic, I blend the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-informed techniques to provide gentle, personalised care through every stage of your fertility journey. Treatments focus on restoring balance, reducing stress, and supporting your body’s natural rhythms — helping you feel calm, cared for, and confident throughout your IVF cycle.  

I understand that IVF can feel overwhelming and that every journey is unique. If you’d like to talk things through before booking, I’m always happy to discuss how acupuncture may support you. You can get in touch for a free 15-minute consultation or book an appointment at my Brighton & Hove clinic when you’re ready. 

Read more about me and my training here.