Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional therapy that uses very fine, single-use needles at specific points on the body.

At Acupuncture Sanctuary, treatments are tailored to you — with a calm, supportive approach that considers your symptoms, lifestyle, stress levels, sleep and overall wellbeing.

How acupuncture may support you

People seek acupuncture for many different reasons — from physical discomfort to feeling run-down, overwhelmed or simply out of balance.

Treatments are tailored to your individual presentation and may support:

Pain & Injury Support

  • muscular tension or tightness

  • joint discomfort

  • headaches or migraines

  • recovery following strain or injury

  • general body comfort during physically demanding periods

Nervous System & Emotional Wellbeing

  • stress-related symptoms

  • feeling “wired”, overwhelmed or on edge

  • difficulty relaxing or switching off

  • sleep quality

  • supporting the body during busy or demanding life stages

Women’s Health

  • menstrual discomfort

  • cycle irregularity

  • perimenopause or menopause-related symptoms

  • support during fertility treatment (as a complementary therapy)

Digestive Comfort

  • bloating

  • abdominal discomfort

  • changes in bowel habits

  • stress-related digestive symptoms

Seasonal & Respiratory Wellbeing

  • sinus congestion

  • hay fever-type symptoms

  • general respiratory comfort

Energy & Recovery

  • fatigue

  • general immune wellbeing

  • supporting resilience during periods of stress or recovery

Some people also choose to incorporate acupuncture alongside their existing medical care as part of a broader approach to maintaining their health and quality of life.

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What to expect in a session

1) Brief consultation
We’ll talk through your main concerns, relevant health history, and what you’re hoping to improve.

2) Treatment
You’ll relax on the table while needles are placed gently. Most people find this very comfortable and many feel deeply relaxed during treatment.

3) A simple plan
Where appropriate, I’ll recommend a treatment rhythm (e.g., a short initial series, then spacing out as you improve) and supportive self-care.

Common inclusions

Depending on your needs, sessions may include supportive modalities such as:

  • cupping

  • gua sha

  • moxibustion

  • electro-acupuncture

  • cosmetic acupuncture

A range of treatment approaches

Bec draws from a range of Acupuncture styles and needling approaches to tailor treatment to the individual.

These may include Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) style Acupuncture, distal or channel-based needling approaches, and techniques influenced by systems such as Master Tung and Dr Tan style Acupuncture.

In some cases, dry needling techniques may also be incorporated where appropriate, particularly when addressing muscular tension or movement-related concerns.

Treatment approach is always adapted to the individual presentation, preferences and comfort level.

A space to reset and reconnect

Acupuncture offers a calm and supportive space to slow down, reset and reconnect with your body.

Whether you’re navigating ongoing discomfort, feeling depleted by the demands of daily life, or simply seeking a greater sense of balance and wellbeing, treatments are tailored to meet you where you are — with care that is personalised, realistic and grounded.

Acupuncture Sanctuary is a registered Acupuncture clinic located in Dunsborough, Western Australia.

Bec Rickey provides Acupuncture treatments for people experiencing chronic pain, tension, fatigue and general wellbeing concerns across Dunsborough, Busselton, Yallingup and the Margaret River region.