Acupuncture for Stress and Anxiety

Acupuncture can assist in improving stress and anxiety management. Individuals seeking an integrated approach find that combining their coping strategies and medication with regular acupuncture sessions leads to reduced levels of stress and anxiety compared to those who do not participate in acupuncture sessions.

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FAQ’s

How does acupuncture help with anxiety?

Acupuncture needles positioned at specific points on your body trigger the release of endorphins, your body’s natural pain relievers, and other neurotransmitters that interact with your brain chemistry to promote natural healing. Moreover, acupuncture sessions are calming, with many of our patients even drifting off to sleep during their sessions!

Are there side effects to acupuncture treatment?

Acupuncture is generally painless, as the needles used are as thin as a human hair. You may experience a slight pinch when the needle is inserted during the treatment, and there may be mild bruising or soreness at the acupuncture site afterwards. Any bruising or soreness typically goes away within one to two days.

How long does it take for acupuncture to lower anxiety and stress?

Many patients notice a decrease in stress and anxiety after their initial session, and this improvement typically continues throughout the course of treatment.

What can I expect during an acupuncture treatment for stress or anxiety?

During your initial acupuncture session, you can anticipate a thorough discussion about your complete health history. Subsequently, a physical examination will be conducted, which includes assessing your tongue, pulse, and abdomen. Based on the diagnosis, a treatment plan tailored to your needs will be prescribed and implemented.
Once the needles are in place, relaxing music, subdued lighting, and a heat lamp will create a tranquil atmosphere as you rest for approximately 15-20 minutes. Towards the end of the session, additional techniques like cupping, moxa, or nutritional advice may be utilized, depending on your specific concerns, to support your journey to well-being.

What to wear for an acupuncture session?

What should I wear for an acupuncture session?

It is helpful to wear loose-fitting clothing for your acupuncture session. This helps promote relaxation and enables easier access to important acupuncture points.

How often can I get acupuncture treatment for stress and anxiety?

Initially, we suggest scheduling a weekly acupuncture session to begin with. Over time, you will notice a gradual reduction in stress and anxiety levels. Once you start feeling improvement, we recommend transitioning to a monthly session for maintenance purposes.

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Wendy Rose

16:02 21 Mar 24

I'm grateful to have Dr. Heschmeyer as one of my trusted health care practitioners. Her experience, knowledge and compassion have benefited me and members of my family. She listens intently and always selects the appropriate modality or combination of treatments, whether treating injury, illness, or energy imbalance. I highly recommend Mariryan and strongly recommend exploring the services she provides at Art of Acupuncture.

Kelly Whitney

00:14 28 Feb 24

I’ve been seeing Dr Heschmeyer for over ten years for various things including vertigo, hormonal fluctuations, aches and pains and most recently a very painful shoulder injury that had me scared. Her knowledge of the human body and using different techniques, not just needles, had me working again within 24 hours. You don’t have to have a specific issue to go see her, just getting back to balance in this hectic world is helpful. I highly recommend her for a better quality of life. Also, Jenny at the front desk is amazing too!

Haley Cockrill

00:14 28 Feb 24

I’ve been personally seeing Dr. Heschmeyer for 3-4 months. From the moment you walk in, it’s the pleasant and friendly welcome from Jenny at the front desk. Each appointment I’ve had thus far has been amazing. Dr. H takes her time to truly listen to what my body is experiencing and struggling with. She goes above and beyond to make sure I feel confident in our treatment plan as well as helping me better understand other ways to benefit what we are striving for. She is so educated in nutrition and actually takes the time to make sure what she’s doing is going to help resolve the problem. I’ve never had a doctor actually personally care for my health as I feel she does. I can’t wait to continue my journey with Dr. Heschmeyer and her team. I highly recommend this office!

Heather Butcher

20:13 22 Feb 24

Mel Culp

15:32 23 Jan 24

I am so grateful to Dr. Heschmeyer for listening to my issues and then tayloring a treatment for immediate and continued relief! The atmosphere is warm, welcoming and professional. I highly recommend Art of Acupuncture and will continue to see Dr. Heschmeyer for all my medical and health related needs.

Elisabeth Duell-Branly

16:12 03 Jan 23

Many years ago I was diagnosed with Trigeminal Neuralgia. In Jan, 2020, I had gamma knife surgery for the trigeminal neuralgia and did not get much relief. In July 2022 the symptoms returned full blown, maybe worse than ever before. The neurologist told me I have SUNCT a type of headache that has "no known cause and no known cure". He offered me an anticonvulsant "that may or may not help". I have tried anticonvulsants in the past and the side effects were much worse than the benefits so I decided to do more research. There is not much information about SUNCT.I started researching all kinds of alternative therapies. Acupuncture has been known for some time to help with Trigeminal Neuralgias so I focused on offices in the Venice, Sarasota, and Port Charlotte area. I was impressed with the credentials of Dr. Mariryan Heschmeyer D.O.M., A.P. On the first phone conversation I was able to get an appointment fairly quickly. On my first visit Dr. Heschmeyer assured me she has treated SUNCT successfully and set up a plan of care. I had significant relief that day and then on the second day she gave me multiple injections in my face of the drug Sarapin. I had treatments once a week and on the fourth visit I was pain free.Sarapin is approved by the FDA. I am so thankful for Dr. Heschmeyer"s skill and knowledge of this disease SUNCT. I will continue to see her once a month as a maintenance therapy but I remain pain free. I recommend that everyone with the SUNCT diagnosis should see Dr. Heschmeyer. Don't be afraid of the Sarapin injections in your face, its like a kitten walking on your face compared to the trigeminal pain. The office staff is very helpful and very compassionate, its easy to access and the atmosphere is very comforting. The experience is stress free and the results are miraculous.

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