Chinese Medicine is traditionally used to support people experiencing symptoms associated with stress, anxiety and emotional overwhelm. In Chinese Medicine, the body, mind, and emotions are interconnected.

At Vessel Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, we take an evidence-informed, person-centred approach and, where appropriate, work collaboratively with your existing healthcare team.

Acupuncture may complement psychological or medical care, but it is not a substitute for it. If you are experiencing significant mental health concerns, we require you to be under the care of an appropriate mental health professional alongside acupuncture treatment.

It all starts with the gut! Little is more fundamental to health than a well-functioning digestive system. Chinese Medicine has long focused on digestive health, and we love asking about your poop because it can tell us a great deal about your digestive function.

Nausea, reflux, bloating, fatigue after eating, changes in appetite, constipation and diarrhoea can all affect daily life. At Vessel, we take an individualised approach to digestive health, using Chinese Medicine principles to guide treatment.

Acupuncture interacts with the nervous system, which plays an important role in digestive function. Your treatment may incorporate gentle acupuncture informed by the relationship between the nervous system and the gut, alongside other approaches suited to your presentation.

Menstrual and hormonal health is a big part of life, from puberty to perimenopause. At Vessel, we support women and AFAB people with acupuncture and Chinese medicine, recognising that your body and health needs change over time.

From your first periods and the establishment of a regular cycle, through pregnancy and the lead-up to labour, to the hormonal shifts of perimenopause, there are many changes to navigate along the way. Period pain, irregular cycles, pelvic pain and changes in mood, energy, sleep and temperature regulation can all be part of this experience.

We take an evidence-informed, person-centred approach, considering your symptoms, health history and stage of life to guide your care.

Sleep affects everything from your energy and concentration to your mood and ability to manage daily life. Whether you struggle to fall asleep, wake frequently through the night, wake too early or wake feeling unrefreshed, ongoing sleep difficulties can take a real toll.

At Vessel, we use acupuncture and Chinese medicine to support people experiencing sleep difficulties. We consider your sleep patterns, including how long it takes you to fall asleep, night waking, early waking, and how rested you feel in the morning, along with stress, daily routines, and other aspects of your health.

Alongside acupuncture, we can explore practical strategies for sleep routines, evening wind-down, light exposure, and relaxation to help you build habits that support more consistent, restorative sleep.

Headaches, migraines, aches, pain, and ongoing muscle tension can affect your movement, sleep, concentration, and ability to enjoy life.

At Vessel, we use acupuncture and Chinese medicine to address physical discomfort, muscle tension and headaches. We consider your symptoms, health history, and how they affect your everyday life to guide your treatment.

Whether you're dealing with persistent muscle tightness from hypermobility, recurring headaches, recovering from injury, or general aches and pains, we take a considered approach to your care, guiding treatment based on your presentation and needs.

Yangsheng (養生), often translated as ‘nourishing life’, is a tradition in Chinese medicine focused on how we live, care for ourselves, and preserve our health over time. Rather than chasing longevity through quick fixes or the latest health trends, it invites us to consider the everyday rhythms and practices that help us live well.

At Vessel, we draw on these principles to explore how daily routines, rest, activity, nourishment and the changing seasons fit into your life. Chinese medicine offers a perspective on health that extends beyond treating symptoms, considering how we care for ourselves through different stages of life.

Life is finite, and learning to inhabit it well can be deeply valuable. Yangsheng reminds us that caring for our health is not simply about living longer, but about tending to the life we have.