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Anxiety is a common human emotion characterized by feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease. It's a normal response to stressful situations. However, when anxiety becomes excessive, persistent, and interferes with daily life, it can be classified as an anxiety disorder. 


Symptoms of anxiety can vary widely but often include:

  • Excessive worry or fear
  • Restlessness
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Irritability
  • Muscle tension
  • Fatigue
  • Sleep disturbances


Our Austin acupuncturists help treat people with anxiety holistically, without harmful side effects or long term dependence. 

What is Acupuncture for Anxiety?

Austin acupuncture for anxiety is a holistic treatment that is free of side effects.  Acupuncture helps restore balance in your body, gently helping restore the balance of dopamine, serotonin and other important neurotransmitters. It involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to restore balance and promote relaxation.


Anxiety has a tremendous negagtive impact on both mental and physical health. It can increase your heart rate and blood pressure, causing physical discomfort. Others include difficulty concentrating and making decisions, restlessness, irritability, and unending worry. By helping treat the root cause of your anxiety, acupuncture helps your physical health in addition to your mental health.


General anxiety disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder are the common anxiety-related conditions  that are effectively treated with acupuncture.

How Does Acupuncture Help Alleviate Anxiety?

  • Stimulates the Endorphins Release

    Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins, body hormones, that provide a natural and effective way to alleviate anxiety. Endorphins in the body fight stress, helping individuals feel calmer and relaxed. 


    With enough endorphins, you’ll experience increased happiness and improved well-being. Other benefits include reduced pain and discomfort and improved overall mood and emotional balance. 

  • Reduces Inflammation in the Body

    Acupuncture targets specific acupuncture points corresponding to areas of inflammation in the body. It can reduce inflammation by stimulating these points, restoring body balance, and reducing anxiety symptoms. 

  • Balances Neurotransmitter Levels in the Brain

    Through body stimulation, acupuncture triggers the release of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). These neurotransmitters regulate mood, emotions, and mental well-being. 

  • Increases Blood Flow to the Brain

    Acupuncture stimulation increases blood flow to the brain, alleviating anxiety. Increased blood flow has many benefits, like better oxygen delivery to the brain, which promotes clarity and focus, improved nutrient supply to aid brain health and function, and increased removal of wastes. This helps detoxify the brain and promotes calmness.

  • Reduces Muscle Tension and Promotes a Sense of Well-being

    Inserting acupuncture needles into the body stimulates the release of endorphins that help relax the muscles. The procedure creates a calming effect and reduces physical tension in the body.

  • Improves Sleep Quality

    Acupuncture alleviates anxiety by improving sleep quality in many ways. These include reducing insomnia, promoting deeper sleep, and balancing the body’s energy flow.

  • Enhances the Body's Natural Ability to Heal

    Acupuncture enhances the body’s healing ability by releasing natural painkillers like endorphins. Increased blood flow from the body stimulation also boosts the immune system, helping the body heal quickly.

The Benefits of Using Holistic Approaches to Managing Anxiety - Austin Acupuncture and TCM

Many of our patients have experienced great improvements with holistic treatment for their symptoms of anxiety through acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. These are also effective treatments that can be used alongside treatment from your pyschiatrist or therapist.

  • Reduces Reliance on Medication

    Holistic approaches stimulate specific points in the body, helping activate the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). The PNS facilitates the body's relaxation response and regulates heart rate.

  • Addresses Underlying Causes

    Holistic approaches address the root causes of anxiety and not just the symptoms. This gives you the mental clarity to focus on the present moment and forget your worries. It also restores body balance and reduces physical symptoms such as insomnia.

  • Enhances Self-awareness

    Acupuncture stimulates specific points in the body and can help you become more receptive to physical sensations, thoughts, and emotions. This way, you can recognize triggers and patterns associated with anxiety, enabling you to make the right decisions.

  • Encourages Self-Care Practices

    Holistic approaches promote best practices like prioritizing sleep, nourishing the body with nutritious food, and practicing mindfulness. Embracing these best practices creates the right environment for nurturing your mind and body and helps you manage anxiety.

  • Provides a Comprehensive Treatment Approach

    Acupuncture considers overall well-being as it addresses mental, emotional, and physical health needs. 

  • Empowers You to Take an Active Role in Their Healing

    Acupuncture gives individuals the ability to take control of their healing process. It promotes self-awareness and self-care, empowering individuals to actively participate in their health.

  • Improves Coping Skills

    Acupuncture facilitates the release of endorphins responsible for relaxation. This reduces stress levels and anxiety, helping individuals cope well.

  • Lowers the Risk of Relapse

    Holistic approaches balance the body's energy and reduce stress, the primary relapse causes. This helps individuals reduce the risks of relapses significantly. 

Acupuncture for Anxiety: The Treatment Process

An acupuncture treatment process for anxiety typically lasts about 30 minutes. The procedure is divided into two phases: consultation and treatment. 


Your acupuncturist will inquire about your medical history, symptoms, and lifestyle during the initial consultation. This step is crucial for the acupuncturist to understand your unique situation and develop a customized treatment plan.

Testimonials

I came to Acupuncture Plus in a time of immense anxiety in my life. I had recently found out I was pregnant and experiencing some pretty intense symptoms. Dr. Wang was patient, took the time to understand my situation, and prescribed a treatment plan that suited my needs. He was very calming and walked me through the entire process. Not only did I receive my first acupuncture, but he also recommended Total Courage Tea which changed my life. It's an herbal recipe that truly calms me down, in a way that no other natural remedy has. I have been back multiple times just to purchase this. I can't wait to go back for my next session!

Ashley P.

I've been seeing Dr. Wang for my anxiety and I gotta say, it's helped. Some people claim acupuncture is mumbo jumbo, but it's made a difference in my life. I enjoy my time spent at the office and have to come to look forward to my quiet time during my visits. The staff is warm and inviting and always interested in whatever I've got to say. I highly suggest stopping in if you're considering trying acupuncture.

Bobby H.

Our Austin Acupuncturist Have Top Treatment Credentials

Finding the right acupuncturist is vital for success. Dr. Wang and the other acupuncturists of our Austin acupuncture clinic have decades of experience and hold advanced degrees in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. They have also served as professors at the local Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin. 

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