Is Auricular Acupuncture Right for You? A Guide to Finding Calm Through Ear

January 17, 2026

Introduction

If you’re reading this, you’ve likely been “managing” your health for a long time. Maybe medication helped for a while, or you’ve gained insights through talking therapies, but your body still feels like it’s stuck in “survival mode.”

Perhaps you’re dealing with:

Anxiety that feels like a physical weight in your chest.
Sleep that never feels quite deep enough.
Skin flare-ups that seem to mirror your stress levels.

Auricular (ear) acupuncture is often discovered at the point where you want your body to heal without being “forced” or over-medicated. It’s a way to work with your nervous system, not against it.

What Exactly Is Auricular Acupuncture?

Think of your ear as a natural remote control for your body.

Just as a reflexologist works with the feet, an auricular therapist uses specific points on the ear that connect directly to your brain’s calming centres. By gently stimulating these points, we send a signal to your nervous system to switch from “Fight or Flight” to “Rest and Repair.”

In my London and Aldershot practice, I use this to help with:

Emotional Balance: Soothing overwhelm and burnout.
Physical Relief: Managing chronic pain and tension.
Better Habits: Supporting the NADA protocol for addiction and cravings.

Is This Therapy Right for Me?

This approach is particularly effective if you feel “always on” as if your internal motor won’t stop running. It’s a gentle, non-invasive way to ground yourself.

It might be the perfect fit if:

You want a natural, drug-free way to manage stress.
You are sensitive to stronger treatments and need something gentle.
You’re looking for a holistic way to support skin conditions like acne or inflammation.

It might NOT be for you if:

You’re looking for a “one-hit” instant fix for a 10-year-old problem.
You aren’t ready to look at how lifestyle or stress affects your health.

What to Expect During Your Session

There is no “pushing through” here. A session at Nuno Gois Therapies is a quiet, respectful space. Most people feel a sense of “dropping” into relaxation within minutes. You might feel a tiny tingle, followed by a deep sense of being grounded.

To keep the benefits going, I often apply Acuseeds (Ear Seeds) tiny Vaccaria seeds so you can continue to stimulate these “calm points” yourself at home.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

Healing isn’t linear, but here is a general guide:

For recent stress: 3 to 5 sessions usually create a significant shift.
For long-term patterns: 6 to 12 sessions allow the body to truly “relearn” how to be calm.

Ready to Reset?

I believe that long-term change happens when we treat the person, not just the symptom. Whether you are in London, Aldershot, Surrey, Hampshire, or traveling from further away, I’m here to help you move from “coping” to “thriving.”

Would you like to see if this is the right path for you? Link: Book a Discovery Call or Initial Consultation

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