Laura Hersch Acupuncture Clinic
I'm here to help during those times in life that don’t go as planned and you need support to navigate through it.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, digestive issues, insomnia, pain, or if you're on a fertility journey, pregnant, or perimenopausal and beyond, then I'll hold a calm and transformative space for you. Once the needles are in I’ll guide you through a relaxation and breath work.
My clinic
I have learnt so much from all that have trusted me with their journeys and it's my joy to share this collective wisdom with you.
I have a gorgeous home practice based in Finchley Central and I also work in a busy women's health clinic in Upper Wimpole Street specialising in all things to do with periods, fertility and pregnancy.
I have an integrated approach to health care and confidently work alongside western medical practitioners referring where necessary.
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Treatments
Periods and fertility
I have a huge amount of experience supporting women with their menstrual cycle. Acupuncture can be used to regulate cycles, relieve pain, help endometriosis, PCOS and pre-menstrual tension.
I will help you to understand your whole cycle – it's not just the bleed that's significant! Once you find your rhythm and you learn about what’s going on in your cycle everything can feel different!
Pregnancy
Soooo - you finally get pregnant and you're full of joy — but then no one tells you about the possible constipation, carpal tunnel, heartburn, nausea, puffy ankles, sciatica, sinusitis and all the medication you're no longer allowed to take for it because you're pregnant!
That's where acupuncture comes in as a wonderful drug-free treatment to help with the less-than-glamorous bits of growing a baby.
I also do beautiful birth preparation acupuncture sessions from 34 weeks onwards and a very informative 'acupressure for labour' session for you and your birth partner.
Perimenopause & beyond
Well this is a very familiar stage to myself and my friends and is spoken about a lot!
This is an important stage in our lives that needs to be honoured and acknowledged. I'm pleased there are starting to be more positive and open conversations about this in the media.
The symptoms are so varied and extensive and fascinating.
Teenagers
Do you feel stressed? Anxious? Busy mind? Hard to sleep?
I offer 30-minute targeted sessions to relax your nervous system and calm your mind. This can do wonders during an exam period! Making time to rest and recharge is important to be more resilient in the long run. I can also give you handy acupressure tips that you can do yourself at home when feeling stressed.
General health & wellbeing
Having sessions just to feel good and de-stress can have wonderful health benefits.
Stress, poor eating habits, injury, work posture can lead to various problems like tension headaches, IBS, fatigue, or a busy mind that can't switch off. During your session I will teach you how to “dial down” your nervous system and feel balanced again.
Injury
I understand how frustrating it is when you have to take time out of exercise to heal and repair — Yes, I too have injured myself while working out!
I have clinical experience of treating arthritis, repetitive strain injury, back pain, sciatica and sports injuries. Acupuncture increases blood flow to the injured area and assists the healing process.
Clinic hours
Appointment only
Tues:
9.00am - 3.30pm
Thurs:
9.00am - 3.30pm
Fri:
9.00am - 3.30pm
Evenings, Saturday & Sunday: Please enquire
All British Acupuncture Council guidelines are adhered to. Please enquire for further details
Wed:
9.00am - 3.30pm
Price
New patient:
£90 for 1 hour
Initial consultation + treatment
Follow-up appointment:
£70 for 45 minute
Session
Exam stress buster:
£40 for 30 minute
Testimonials
My sessions with Laura were a highlight of my week during a very challenging time for me physically and emotionally whilst going through IVF. Laura combines total professionalism with a friendly approach, sympathetic manner and listening ear. For anyone seeking to complement their fertility treatment (which can often be intensive and physically demanding) with an alternative, relaxing and kinder approach, I cannot recommend Laura highly enough!
Lucie
Laura has been my primary therapist and
go-to for any health issues for myself and family for over a decade. She always treats with immense knowledge of acupuncture, health and healing, expertise and a genuine care that only comes from a dedicated practitioner. She has supported me through pregnancy, childbirth and postnatally and offered a deep understanding of healing that supported immense change in my whole being and has subsequently impacted my whole life in a positive way. I cannot recommend her enough.
Nicola
It is one of my greatest pleasures to get an appointment with Laura, as this allows me to relax, enjoy her healing hands and holistic nature while she administers reflexology to my aching feet and legs. I suffer from psoriatic arthritis and have been treated by Laura for many years. I always leave her room feeling relaxed, invigorated and have the feeling that I'm walking on air. Laura is always polite, sympathetic and always conducts the appointment in a a very practised manner. She is an excellent listener and somehow always tends to ask the right questions when administering her treatments.
Steven
I first saw Laura when suffering from repetitive strain injury in my wrist and again some time later for pain in my neck during pregnancy. Due to Laura's holistic approach to each session, incorporating breathing techniques and visualisation, I left each appointment feeling relaxed and soothed as well as noticing that my painful symptoms had significantly reduced to the point of disappearance in the following days. I have happily recommended Laura to friends and family.
Gemma
As soon as you meet Laura you know you are going to get the best care possible. She listens deeply and makes you feel nourished and supported. She shares her extensive knowledge using understandable language and I felt fully reassured I was in great hands. She listened to my body and knew when to give stronger or more gentle treatments. After seeing Laura my IBS symptoms reduced and I felt much better able to understand and manage what was happening in my body. I am so grateful that I received treatments from her can't recommend her highly enough.
Rachel
Laura has supported me through IVF, pregnancy & some rather challenging post pregnancy problems. I had many emotional & physical issues to contend with and Laura was an absolute g-d send. Super calm, bright, uplifting and brilliant at what she does. She truly cares & the treatments thoroughly addressed problem areas. Her knowledge & experience is a huge comfort (especially in terms of IVF support). Whether you are going through IVF or if you have a stiff neck or hip or day-to-day stresses, Laura's aura is simply wonderful. You cannot help but feel completely relaxed and balanced after being around her, let alone after the treatment.
Lara