Marianne Pedretti , R.Ac Registered Acupuncturist
Welcome. I offer acupuncture in Peterborough, Ontario. It’s based in traditional Chinese medicine and can support people experiencing stress, pain and multiple issues based in the body as well as mental and emotional health. It’s an ancient medicine that’s very effective for modern times. It’s a body-based treatment that calms the nervous system, releases stored tension, and enhances body awareness. It’s basis is a whole system approach so multiple issues or symptoms can be addressed. If you have questions, you may call, text or email. I offer free 15 minute consultations. You can book an appointment online using the button below or call, text or email me. Contact: 705-740-7945
Acupuncture for Pain
Acupuncture is an effective therapy for a wide variety of conditions but people often come in with pain issues and this is what acupuncture is best known for. Helping people heal from injuries and relieving chronic pain is what I do most frequently. Acupuncture is a process that works best with a series of treatments and can also be used effectively as preventative maintenance and self-care
Acupuncture for Mental and Emotional Health
Acupuncture is gaining widespread popularity for its’ effectiveness at mental and emotional health issues. Addiction and ptsd have shown to be responsive to acupuncture. For people recovering from traumatic experiences, acupuncture can be a support to help with symptoms such as anxiety and depression, hypervigilance, insomnia etc. It can ease withdrawl symptoms and the deep relaxation felt after an acupuncture session benefits our ability to be resilient and recover from day to day life stresses.
What to Expect
A session typically lasts an hour. We begin by checking in with what your main issues are and updating your progress. A short physical assessment gives us information about body imbalances such as painful areas or range of motion. Tiny needles are inserted into acupoints that will be most effective for you. Most of the time is spent relaxing on the table, (approx 25- 40 minutes). Sometimes both the front and back of the body are treated and other modalities may also be included (eg. cupping, massage). The first session is longer as we will discuss in detail your concerns and get a more complete health history.
My approach is trauma-informed and I aim to make the treatment space feel conducive to healing. Individuals can choose what works for their systems and consent is ongoing.