About Me
Hi, I’m Valerie and I am an Acupuncturist in Horfield, Bristol (BS7) with a special interest in women’s health. As an Acupuncturist and Naturopath, my aim is to help everyone to achieve optimal health. I spend time building a picture of your health so that your treatment is tailored to your specific needs and gets to the root of the problem. I use very fine needles so that your treatment is relaxing and comfortable. As well as acupuncture, I use a variety of other tools such as cupping, moxibustion, dietary advice and supplements to support your treatment. As a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) I follow strict safety guidelines.
I first found acupuncture 7 years ago when I was trying to start a family and after over a year with no success and no answers from my GP, I looked for alternative help. My first experience of acupuncture was reassuring and very relaxing, and I loved the approach of looking at my whole health. I didn't realise that what I ate and when I ate it was so important. I didn't realise that adding in some supplements could really give me a boost. The acupuncture itself made me feel rejuvenated. Even before I fell pregnant, I really liked the effects of acupuncture and begun training as an acupuncturist. Shortly into my training, I achieved my goal of conceiving my first child. With amazing support from my family, I continued studying and then gave birth to my second child a week after I finished my 4 years of training! I now love balancing my work with my family and get so much joy from being able to share my knowledge with clients to help them achieve their goals. I am investing in a lot of CPD at the moment, in particular I have completed a course on supplements for fertility and I am working on an Advanced Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture so that I can provide the best service to my patients.
Before training as an acupuncturist, I completed a Maths degree and worked in Tax and Accounting, completing lots of professional qualifications along the way. I trained for 4 years with the College of Naturopathic Medicine gaining diplomas in both Acupuncture and Naturopathy. I chose this specific college because you could train in Naturopathy at the same time, learning about Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Bach Flower Remedies and other therapies. During the final year I completed 400 hours of clinical experience in the student clinic, reaching my goal of helping others. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about a completely different system of health and putting it into practice. Every day I enjoy to continue helping others as my profession.
Outside of clinics, I enjoy yoga, baking and going on adventures (near and far) with my husband and children.
I am a fully insured member of the British Acupuncture Council and the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, having qualified as an Acupuncturist and Naturopath on a 4 year degree level course with the College of Naturopathic Medicine. I am also licensed by Bristol City Council to provide acupuncture from licensed premises within the city.
I first found acupuncture 7 years ago when I was trying to start a family and after over a year with no success and no answers from my GP, I looked for alternative help. My first experience of acupuncture was reassuring and very relaxing, and I loved the approach of looking at my whole health. I didn't realise that what I ate and when I ate it was so important. I didn't realise that adding in some supplements could really give me a boost. The acupuncture itself made me feel rejuvenated. Even before I fell pregnant, I really liked the effects of acupuncture and begun training as an acupuncturist. Shortly into my training, I achieved my goal of conceiving my first child. With amazing support from my family, I continued studying and then gave birth to my second child a week after I finished my 4 years of training! I now love balancing my work with my family and get so much joy from being able to share my knowledge with clients to help them achieve their goals. I am investing in a lot of CPD at the moment, in particular I have completed a course on supplements for fertility and I am working on an Advanced Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture so that I can provide the best service to my patients.
Before training as an acupuncturist, I completed a Maths degree and worked in Tax and Accounting, completing lots of professional qualifications along the way. I trained for 4 years with the College of Naturopathic Medicine gaining diplomas in both Acupuncture and Naturopathy. I chose this specific college because you could train in Naturopathy at the same time, learning about Nutrition, Herbal Medicine, Bach Flower Remedies and other therapies. During the final year I completed 400 hours of clinical experience in the student clinic, reaching my goal of helping others. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about a completely different system of health and putting it into practice. Every day I enjoy to continue helping others as my profession.
Outside of clinics, I enjoy yoga, baking and going on adventures (near and far) with my husband and children.
I am a fully insured member of the British Acupuncture Council and the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners, having qualified as an Acupuncturist and Naturopath on a 4 year degree level course with the College of Naturopathic Medicine. I am also licensed by Bristol City Council to provide acupuncture from licensed premises within the city.
