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Acupuncture for insomnia in Barcelona
You struggle to fall asleep, wake up in the early hours or get up tired. Acupuncture helps you get back to deep sleep naturally.
InsomniaHow it helps
How does acupuncture help insomnia?
Acupuncture calms the nervous system and supports the production of the substances that regulate sleep. Many people sleep better the very night of the session.
In Chinese Medicine, the time you wake up gives clues: not being able to fall asleep is different from waking at 3 a.m. We diagnose the pattern and treat the cause: stress, anxiety, heavy digestion, hormonal changes or pain.
I also give you guidance on habits and energetic nutrition so that good sleep lasts.
Types
What we treat
We work with all types of insomnia and their causes:
- Trouble falling asleep
- Waking during the night
- Waking too early
- Unrefreshing sleep
- Insomnia from stress or anxiety
- Insomnia during menopause
- Insomnia due to pain
Your treatment
How we treat insomnia
First visit
We talk about your history, symptoms and habits. I look at your tongue and take your pulse to make a Chinese Medicine diagnosis.
Tailored plan
I suggest an approximate number of sessions and combine the techniques that suit you best.
Treatment
Acupuncture on points that calm the mind, often with Chinese herbs to reinforce the effect between sessions.
Follow-up
We review your progress at each session and adjust the plan.
Without pills
A natural alternative
If you take sleeping pills, acupuncture can help, and over time many people need them less. But don’t stop them on your own: coming off them should be guided by your doctor.
You may also be interested in: Anxiety and stress · Menopause · Chinese herbal medicine.
Insomnia with Julia Valiente
Who will treat you
“I see the work of a therapist as a kind of investigation: finding the root of the problem is essential for the right diagnosis and treatment.”
- Graduate in Traditional Chinese Medicine (ISMET, Barcelona)
- Advanced Training in Acupuncture (Pompeu Fabra University)
- Naturopathic and Oriental dietetics (Institut Roger de Llúria)
Frequently asked questions
Questions about acupuncture and insomnia
Any other questions? Message me on WhatsApp.
How many sessions will I need?
As a guide, 5 to 8 weekly sessions. Many people notice changes from the first few.
Will I feel sleepy after the session?
It’s common to leave very relaxed. I recommend not planning anything demanding straight afterwards.
What if my insomnia is caused by anxiety?
That’s the most common case. We then treat both at the same time.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel only slight discomfort, and many feel nothing at all. The needles are very fine, sterile and single-use.
Do you work with health insurers?
No, this is a private practice and we don’t work with health insurance companies.
Want to sleep well again?
Book online in a minute or message me if you’d like to talk about your case first.