Yogapuncture

A natural way of healing

Combining the healing benefits of yoga therapy and the powerful effects of auricular acupuncture.
A qualified and registered acupuncturist conducts all sessions.

What is Yogapuncture

Yoga therapy is the targeted, individualized application of yoga practices—such as physical postures, breathwork, somatic and relaxation techniques, and meditation—to help manage specific physical, mental, or emotional health conditions.

Auricular acupuncture (also known as ear acupuncture or auriculotherapy) is a specialized form of acupuncture that involves placing thin, sterile needles or pressure magnets on specific points of the outer ear. It can effectively treat many chronic disorders, help manage stress, support recovery, stimulate energy flow, and support the nervous system.

Combining yoga and acupuncture can enhance the benefits of each practice. Yogapuncture fosters holistic balance by optimizing blood and energy circulation, cultivating profound inner peace, promoting emotional balance, and addressing both physical ailments and mental health.

Why combine them

Yoga prepares the foundation. It uses somatic practices, movement, meditation, and breath awareness to release tension, calm the mind, stretch fascia, promote circulation, and settle the nervous system. This shifts the body and mind into a receptive, relaxed state. Auricular acupuncture deepens the shift. It targets energetic pathways, unlocks blockages, promotes systemic balance, and encourages deep relaxation.

Integrating acupuncture and yoga into your wellness routine provides not only relief and healing but also a profound sense of emotional and spiritual harmony. Whether you’re seeking recovery, stress relief, pain management, support, or simply a deeper connection with yourself, yogapuncture can help build and maintain a sustainable path to long-term health and vitality.

How to incorporate yogapuncture into your wellness journey

Thematic healing workshops offer an immersive session built around a specific emotional, physical, or seasonal focus. Rather than treating them as unrelated practices, the workshop uses both modalities to work on the exact same theme simultaneously. These workshops combine yoga therapy and auricular acupuncture but might also include somatic practices, breathwork, meditation, guided relaxation, myofascial release, and sound healing. During the yoga phase of the workshop, participants practice a slow, deeply restorative style of movement, such as Yin or Restorative yoga. This transitions into the acupuncture phase, where an extended Savasana or Yoga Nidra accompanies the insertion of needles at specific ear points that mirror the workshop’s theme. Common themes include back pain relief, stress melt, detox and lymph flow, sleep support, emotional healing, immune boost, hormonal balance, mood support, digestive health, heart openers, and blissful relaxation. Visit my Facebook page for all current workshops.

Pre-Yoga acupuncture sessions start with acupuncture to prepare the body and mind for yoga. This enhances energy flow, relaxes muscles, calms the nervous system, and alleviates tension. It sets the stage for a more fulfilling and effective yoga experience.

Post-yoga acupuncture sessions accelerate recovery, calm the nervous system, and deepen relaxation. This powerful combination ensures your body fully recuperates, allowing you to maintain a consistent practice without strain.

Customized wellness plans offer personalized yoga therapy routines and can address unique wellness goals. Auricular acupuncture (needles or magnets) is then applied to support the theme of the class/treatment while in Savasana. For a full list of auricular acupuncture treatments available, visit the acupuncture page. For other customized treatments, contact me to discuss.

If you are seeking a deeper self-care routine or want to enhance your yoga practice, consider joining a yogapuncture workshop or book an individual session – it may just be the holistic healing experience you’ve been searching for!

Who can benefit from this

Each session is unique and tailored to your specific needs. If you have any specific requests, please let us know before your session. This is similar to a guided yoga class but with a few extras and a focus on your personal needs. It is especially beneficial for those dealing with chronic pain, fatigue, stress, insomnia, burnout, anxiety, or trauma. Each session includes yoga therapy, guided relaxation, and an acupuncture sequence to amplify healing. Consider this a deeply holistic journey for the body, mind, and nervous system. For those not fond of needles, ear seeds (magnets) can be used instead. Because classes are deeply personal and custom, they can only be booked as one-on-one private sessions, or in some cases, as a duet/couples session (depending on the treatment). You will need to complete an intake form before your session to screen for any medical conditions.

A complementary therapy to support
physical, mental, and emotional health

An initial consultation can be conducted to assess individual needs and symptoms and develop a treatment plan. Sessions can also be scheduled directly without a consultation if you wish to address a specific issue or are only interested in general/once-off sessions.

For a list of stand-alone auricular acupuncture protocols that can be combined with your yoga therapy practice, visit the Acupuncture page.

Auricular Acupuncture Protocols