Trying to conceive can feel like navigating a complex, emotional maze. Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, preparing for an upcoming IVF cycle or frozen embryo transfer (FET), or undergoing investigations for conditions like PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)/PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome) or endometriosis, the journey is often as exhausting as it is hopeful.
If you live in South West London or Surrey, there is a wide choice of medical and complementary options. Many patients in the area coordinate their holistic care alongside clinical pathways at facilities like Kingston Hospital’s Assisted Conception Unit (ACU), or regional fertility specialists across Surrey and London.
However, many women and men find themselves asking: How can I support my body alongside these conventional treatments?
This is where fertility acupuncture can be really helpful. But with so many practitioners in the Surbiton and Kingston area, how do you find the right option for you?
1. Look for Reproductive and Fertility Expertise
Acupuncture can be used in many different circumstances, and general practitioners are often highly skilled. However, it is worth asking whether your practitioner has specialized postgraduate training in fertility support acupuncture. This ensures they deeply understand the phases of the menstrual cycle, the hormonal nuances of conditions like PCOS/PMOS, the process of spermatogenesis for male fertility, and the precise timelines of an IVF or ICSI cycle.
At my Surbiton clinic, I specialise in women’s health as well as male and female infertility. I work directly with patients to support natural conception and align acupuncture treatments alongside hospital IVF protocols—supporting key milestones such as down-regulation, ovarian stimulation, egg collection, and sessions immediately before and after embryo transfers.
2. Understand the “Style” of Acupuncture
There are many different styles of acupuncture, including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the “Balance Method,” Master Tung, Korean Hand Acupuncture, and Toyahari… the list goes on!
In my practice, I integrate TCM-style acupuncture with Kiiko Matsumoto Japanese Style Acupuncture (KMJSA).
KMJSA uses extremely fine needles inserted very shallowly, paired with gentle abdominal palpation (light touch on your stomach) to locate areas of tension or pressure. This provides real-time feedback from your body as the treatment progresses. The experience is very comfortable, making it ideal for nervous or needle-apprehensive patients and helpt them shift into a deeply relaxed, restorative state.
3. Verify Professional Credentials
The acupuncture industry in the UK is self-regulated. To protect your safety and ensure clinical excellence, always choose a practitioner who is a registered member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC).
All practicing members of the BAcC hold degree-level qualifications and adhere to strict professional codes. Furthermore, the BAcC Register of Members is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA)—the independent body that oversees health and social care regulation in the UK—providing an extra layer of assurance when choosing your acupuncturist.
Your Local Surbiton Clinic
I believe that fertility care should be calm, supportive, and stress-free to access. I treat patients across Surbiton, Kingston, Thames Ditton, and the wider Surrey area at my peaceful practice on Victoria Road (just a short walk from Surbiton Station).
If you are feeling overwhelmed, have a fear of needles, or simply want to discuss how gentle acupuncture can support your specific conception journey, please get in touch.