About Me
I’m Tim, a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine practitioner, as well as a massage therapist and yoga teacher with nearly 30 years of experience. I’ve also been practicing Qigong and martial arts for over 25 years.
I originally trained at The Acupuncture Academy in Leamington Spa, where I completed a three-year degree-level qualification accredited by the British Acupuncture Accreditation Board (BAAB). This rigorous training covered all aspects of Chinese medical and acupuncture theory, with a focus on the Five Elements approach.
I am a proud member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) and adhere to its Codes of Safe Practice and Professional Conduct. The BAcC is also registered with the Professional Standards Authority, a government body overseeing health and social care providers. You may wish to explore their website for information on private health insurers that offer coverage for acupuncture treatment — click here
My post-graduate training has focused particularly on mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and recovery from trauma, with my personal experience with acupuncture shaping my practice — I turned to Five Elements acupuncture to treat PTSD and anxiety following a road accident. This journey deepened my appreciation for how acupuncture can heal not just the body, but the mind and emotions as well.
I currently offer acupuncture treatments on Tuesdays and Thursdays in a quiet therapy room in the heart of Frome, Somerset — a calming space where you can fully relax during your treatment.
How Acupuncture Can Help You
Many people seek acupuncture for chronic pain relief, and its effectiveness has been demonstrated in clinical trials for conditions such as:
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- Back pain
- Migraines and headaches (recommended by NICE – the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence)
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)
- Common health problems like Overactive bladder
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Acupuncture has also become increasingly popular among couples struggling to conceive, both naturally and through IVF, due to its ability to support reproductive health.
Beyond specific conditions, acupuncture is valued for its ability to bring the body and mind into balance. Many patients report feeling more centred, less stressed, and simply “better” after treatment—even if they had no obvious diagnosis.
I may also incorporate additional techniques at no extra cost, including:
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- Moxibustion – the burning of a prepared herb over acupuncture points for warmth and circulation
- Cupping – suction therapy to improve blood flow and relieve muscle tension
- Gua sha – a scraping technique to release tension and stagnation
- Tui na – a Chinese bodywork therapy similar to Shiatsu, which is great for those who prefer a non-needle approach
- Auricular acupuncture – acupuncture on the ear, often combined with other treatments
- Near-infrared lamp therapy – for added therapeutic benefit
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With over 2,000 years of clinical use, acupuncture has been credited with helping a vast number of conditions. While some areas still require more clinical trials, the anecdotal evidence is strong.
If you’re unsure whether acupuncture is right for you, I offer a FREE 15-minute phone consultation — click here to book.