Our team
Over the last 20 years, the London Acupuncture Clinic built a team with some of the most experienced and respected acupuncturists and herbalists in London.
Over the last 20 years, the London Acupuncture Clinic built a team with some of the most experienced and respected acupuncturists and herbalists in London.
Locations: Wimpole St and Windsor
Daniel studied Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture (LCTA), and followed this with a period of hospital-based work in China.
He has been member of the British Acupuncture Council since graduating from the LCTA, a consultant for the Oriental Medicine Research Trust, and has sat on the British Acupuncture Council committee.
Daniel has done extensive post graduate study and has published in the field of gynaecological disorders and infertility. He is also an invited acupuncture expert for several media companies including SKY and Mens Health magazine.
In addition to being Clinical Director of this practice, Daniel has set up an in-house complementary therapy team for a specialist IVF unit.
Daniel’s style is to provide as gentle acupuncture as possible and all needles are imported specially from Japan to provide the best treatment. His particular areas of special interest include:
Locations: Wimpole St
Karla trained for 3 years at the London College of Acupuncture and Northern College of Acupuncture, gaining a BSc (Hons) degree in Acupuncture, followed by 2 years of training in Chinese Herbal Medicine.
She has completed extensive post graduate training, focussed on traditional Chinese medicine, gynaecology and obstetrics, Western and Chinese medical approaches to fertility.
Her approach centres around providing efficient care tailored to the individual, and includes authentic emotional support. She tackles the underlying causes of infertility, helping men to increase the count and quality of sperm produced and women to enhance their chances of conception, both naturally and in conjunction with IVF and IUI.
Offering a calm and safe space, she helps patients manage and overcome unwelcome symptoms during pregnancy, such as morning sickness and lower back pain and use proven methods to minimise chances of miscarriage.
She is a fully insured Member of the British Acupuncture Council and the ATCM and has several areas of particular interest including:
Locations: Wimpole St
Alex Owen is an experienced and approachable therapist who has been practicing TCM for over 17 years. His experience covers a broad array of traditional Chinese therapies. Over the years Alex has set up and run multiple clinics in Hertfordshire and London, he’s held a teaching post at Middlesex University’s acupuncture training clinic and helped establish the UK first full time maternity acupuncture service on the NHS.
Alex holds TCM qualifications from both the UK and China (BSc and Bachelor of Medicine respectively). In his time in China he not only studied at Beijing Chinese Medicine University but also worked on placements at two of Beijing’s most prominent Chinese Medicine hospitals.
Alex’s main specialisations are in pain conditions these include: sports injuries, chronic, long term pain conditions such as sciatica, back pain and chronic headaches such as migraines. Alex’s other specialisation is in women health with a broad knowledge from fertility issues, IVF support, menstrual problems and menopause. Alex’s time on Whittington Hospitals maternity ward has also given him a vast knowledge of using acupuncture during pregnancy for conditions ranging from morning sickness, carpal tunnel and natural labour induction.
Alex looks to provide a friendly, safe space for you to receive your treatments. He is passionate about his work and believes that patients should be empowered to take back control of their health.
Locations: Wimpole St
Eva graduated from Westminster University with a BSc (Hons) in Acupuncture and specialises in fertility and women’s health. She has extensive experience in the management of fertility having worked at the Zita West Clinic and City Fertility. She can interpret medical test results and her treatments are designed to identify possible causes of infertility that might be hindering successful conception, as well as having a great understanding of IVF protocols and procedures.
Aside from acupuncture, Eva offers fertility massages to optimise reproductive health and is a certified Mercier Therapy practitioner. Recently, she introduced Low Level Laser Therapy to her practice. Some studies have shown promising results for improving pregnancy rates for women with egg quality issues in relation to advanced reproductive age.
Eva has lectured on the use of acupuncture during IVF and the role of acupuncture in the management of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and is continually investing in her learning and implementation of the latest research into her practice.
Eva is a member of the British Acupuncture Council and the British Fertility Society.
Her special areas of interest include:
Location: Wimpole Street
Erika graduated with a BSc (Hons) from the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, specialising in Traditional and Five Element Acupuncture. She delved deeply into the mental and emotional aspects of infertility and its treatment through Chinese Medicine in her dissertation.
Erika also completed a Gynaecology, Fertility, and Obstetrics post-graduate diploma, alongside her ongoing pursuit of The Advanced Level Diploma in Fertility Acupuncture. As a fully trained psychologist, Erika maintains a passionate interest in mental and emotional well-being, enriching her practice with a comprehensive understanding of these vital dimensions.
Erika‘s approach is characterised by a harmonious fusion of Western diagnostics and the timeless wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Recognising the interconnectedness of physical and emotional health, she emphasises the importance of addressing both aspects in her holistic approach to healing. Through empathetic listening and a profound understanding of each individual’s unique circumstances, Erika guides her clients on a journey towards healing with compassion, calmness, and clarity.
Erika has several areas of special interest:
Locations: Wimpole Street
James Mutkin is a qualified acupuncturist, holding a Bachelor of Medicine from Beijing University in addition to a Bachelor of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
James is passionate about his profession and the clients he treats. He believes in continual development and furthering himself as a teacher and practitioner by bringing together traditional theory, clinical understanding, and current research.
James sees Chinese medicine as a holistic healthcare model which focuses on all aspects of the body, its structure and internal functioning and the mind-body connections. The art of Chinese medicine is in its ability to bring together nutrition, acupuncture, herbal medicine, meditation and breathing (Qigong), exercise (Tai Chi), and massage (Tui Na). The practice of which is the art of health preservation and the essence of Chinese medicine.
He is on the Professional Conduct Committee for the Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ATCM), the largest professional regulatory body for traditional Chinese medicine in the UK, and is a member of the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine (RCHM).
James has several areas of special interest
Locations: Wimpole Street
Inga Heese is a qualified Doctor of Chinese medicine with over 15 years experience. She studied for 8 years in order to achieve her doctorate of Chinese Medicine which included six months internship working in hospitals in Beijing. In 2005 Inga studied a Post-Graduate Diploma Course in Dermatology with the leading Chinese medicine Dermatologist in the West (Mazin Al-Khafaji) and she went on to work within his clinic for a further three years. She has published and co-written, or edited numerous articles on topics including the treatment of low ovarian function in older women (see here), female infertility, acupuncture in pregnancy and is currently editing a very exiting book on Chinese medicine and the treatment of infertility combining Chinese and Western medicine diagnostics and treatments. Increasingly her focus is on achieving pregnancy naturally for couples who have found conception difficult.
Inga’s particular areas of special interest include:
Inga also has extensive experience in treating general conditions including:
Locations: Wimpole Street
Rokhsaneh has been practicing Acupuncture in the UK and in France since 2014. She has a diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine from IEATC, École d’Acupuncture et de Médecine traditionnelles chinoises, Paris, France and in Paediatric Acupuncture Speciality from College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, Reading, UK.
In addition, Rokhsaneh completed her clinical training at Beijing international acupuncture training centre in China in the summer of 2014, over there she treated women who were suffering from Gynecological disorders.
With a background in clinical medical biology and her experience working in hospitals, she could interpret medical test results and identify some underlying causes of health problems.
Taking a wide range of courses and attending conferences in Oriental Medicine and Neuroscience helped Rokhsaneh to remain up to date and an effective practitioner.
Rokhsaneh applies the wisdom of Chinese philosophy, Taoisme in her daily life, such as nutrition, and the practice of Martial arts, such as Qi Gong and Tai Qi, which contributes greatly to her capacity for treating patients.
She combines TCM and the Five-elements in treatment of her clients.
She is providing some techniques for pain treatments like massage (Tuina).
Rokhsaneh’s particular areas of interest are:
Locations: Wimpole Street
Olga completed the three classical disciplines of Chinese Medicine: BSc (Hons) Acupuncture (2005), Post graduate Tui Na Massage (2007) and an MSc in Chinese Herbal Medicine (2013) from University of Westminster.
Olga’s clinical experience began in 2001 as a Massage Therapist and Reflexologist, then Chinese Medicine, in her three private clinics in London. She worked for seven years in a multi-disciplinary Physiotherapy clinic, gaining extensive knowledge on musculo-skeletal conditions and rehabilitation exercises, which were applied to teaching Tuina Massage at the University of Westminster Polyclinic. Olga also studied different styles of Acupuncture (Master Tung & Hara Diagnosis), to be able to take different approaches and to better assist clients with very complex health issues.
Olga trained in the Gynaecology & Obstetrics and Gastrointestinal Departments at China Medical University Hospital in Taiwan and at the National Hospital of Traditional Medicine in Vietnam. Her post graduate UK studies focused on Acupuncture in Assisted Fertility, History of Chinese Gynaecology, Autoimmune Diseases, Digestive Disorders and Abdominal Diagnosis.
Olga’s particular areas of interest are:
Olga strongly believes in dietary advice and she has also used her previous career as an Executive Chef to create a food blog providing gluten free, sugar free, dairy free, keto & paleo recipes, to help her clients that need to be on anti-inflammatory diets for health or fertility reasons.
Locations: Wimpole St
With over 20 years experience in clinical practice as an Acupuncturist and member of the British Acupuncture Council, Lora works with a broad range of health issues with specialisms in fertility, women’s health and chronic illness.
In addition to a BSc in TCM acupuncture Lora has completed post graduate studies in Functional medicine which seeks to unearth the root causes of ill health and provide a realistic health plan to aid transformation.
Lora offers unique expertise that combines acupuncture, supplementation and health coaching. Further post graduate studies include reflexology, cosmetic facial acupuncture and low level light therapy LLLT.
Lora has several areas of particular interest including
Locations: Wimpole Street - Bookings by phone and email only
After graduating from the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, Reading in 1999, Beverley began her research career in the Supportive Oncology Research Team (SORT) at Mount Vernon Cancer Centre in Northwood, Middlesex (now part of the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust). In 2007, she attained a PhD for research into using acupuncture to manage breast cancer treatment-related hot flushes. Since then, she has conducted several research studies exploring how acupuncture can be used to improve the wellbeing of people living with and beyond cancer.
A highly regarded researcher, she has published many papers in scientific journals, and lectures internationally. Beverley is a Fellow of the British Acupuncture Council, an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Bristol, and Past-Chair of British Lymphology Society Scientific Committee. She is author of “Acupuncture and Cancer Survivorship: Recovery, Renewal and Transformation” (published 2023 by Singing Dragon), the first evidence-based peer-reviewed book to focus on using acupuncture in cancer survivorship.
With nearly 25 years’ experience in the field, she is regarded as the acupuncture authority on cancer survivorship in the UK and the West.
Helping people recover and develop resilience after cancer treatment is her area of special interest and includes using acupuncture to manage the consequences of cancer treatment, such as:
Locations: Wimpole St
In 2002 Robin began his Chinese medical obsession enrolling on a 5 year full time degree in both London and Beijing, studying acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Since then, Robin has continued his passion for learning fueled by his desire to achieve excellent results in the shortest timeframe.
Robin has undergone extensive training in musculoskeletal disorders utilizing both modern and traditional acupuncture techniques. Working closely with doctors, manual and rehabilitation therapists, Robin understands when a multidisciplinary approach is needed to relieve pain and restore range of motion.
For 13 years Robin worked with St Luke’s Cancer Centre based in the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford participating in various research studies including:
Robin strongly values his patient’s opinions on what is wrong and welcomes all information.
Robin treats a variety of conditions, but has particular interest in:
Locations: Chiswick
Katie has practiced acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for over 20 years and is a Visiting Lecturer and Clinical Supervisor of students at Westminster University.
She qualified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine at the London School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1997 and 1998 and has continued to practice, teach and study since then.
She is dedicated to helping people experience optimal health and well-being. Katie practises mainly as a ‘generalist’ treating clients with a wide range of conditions including acute and chronic pain, respiratory issues, digestive problems, autoimmune diseases, stress/ anxiety and musculoskeletal problems. She also has a keen interest in reproductive health supporting male and female infertility, pregnancy, and pre/post-natal conditions.
Katie regularly attends courses delivered by eminent practitioners such as Jane Lyttleton, Debra Betts, Mazin Al Khafaji and Stephen Birch to update her skills and knowledge. In 2014 she completed the intensive post-graduate diploma course in gynaecology, reproductive medicine and obstetrics under Trevor Wing. She has observed in several Chinese hospitals in Hangzhou, and, as a member of the EAST Medicine research group at Westminster University, was funded by the Department of Health to research Chinese Medicine treatments for menopausal symptoms under Professor Volker Scheid.
Katie commonly sees patients seeking help with:
Locations: Chiswick
Laura started her career in performing arts as an actress and musician where she enjoyed the creative process of writing and recording. Later in her career Laura became more involved in business management. Working life became stressful and so Laura turned to acupuncture to help. Acupuncture had such a profound impact on Laura that she retrained as an acupuncturist at the College of Chinese integrated Medicine where the style of Five Element acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, (TCM) is combined. Laura is also a member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Whilst treating patients, Laura realised that she enjoyed treating many different complaints and wanted to be a general practitioner but found that she was treating an influx of menopausal women and so this has become an area of interest as Laura feels she can support the emotional and physical symptoms through her integrated training.
Laura is also passionate about helping people and their mental health and her dissertation discussed stress and anxiety and how acupuncture could help. Providing a safe space, Laura closely works with patients on bringing them back into feeling balanced. Laura’s approach asks the patient to work with her as a team to get better and she will offer lifestyle advice and nutritional tips so the patient can help themselves outside of the clinic.
Laura is a general practitioner for acupuncture and has been working more recently with:
Locations: Chiswick
Also available for home visits in Zones 1 and 2
After completing an MA in Oriental languages and culture (Japanese), Pouyan embarked on a journey of exploration through the lenses of China and Japan’s healing arts. He graduated from the International College of Oriental Medicine (ICOM), the oldest acupuncture college in the UK, gaining a BSc (Hons) degree in Acupuncture. His consequent apprenticeships and post graduate training comprised of many different aspects and styles of Acupuncture (both Chinese and Japanese), in particular in the field of women’s health. He completed an advanced diploma in fertility, where he learnt how to approach complex fertility cases from both a western medicine point of view, as well as from an eastern perspective. His training includes reading medical test results, identifying possible root causes of infertility, as well as insights into complex gynaecological cases such as PCOS and endometriosis.
Pouyan has recently expanded his expertise to include TMJ therapy, an innovative approach combining intraoral and extraoral massage with acupuncture. This specialty targets temporomandibular joint disorders, addressing issues related to jaw pain, clicking, and discomfort. His approach in TMJ therapy is holistic, considering not only the localized symptoms but also their potential relationship with other bodily and emotional imbalances.
Pouyan creates a warm and safe environment, building and maintaining a therapeutic alliance with his patients. His background in bodywork (Thai yoga massage, Tuina and deep tissue therapy) supports him in his hands-on approach, especially when it comes to musculoskeletal issues. Furthermore, he likes to integrate the findings on your body with the symptoms you are presenting, into a personalised treatment plan, where each session is tailored to the individual needs of the patient.
Pouyan has several areas of special interest including:
Locations: Chiswick
Anna is a qualified acupuncturist and registered member of the British Acupuncture Council. She studied at Westminster University where she graduated in 2004 with a BSc in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture. Following completion of her course she spent a month in China furthering her studies and treating patients in two hospitals in Sichuan Province.
Anna has a special interest in gynaecology, fertility and pregnancy and has completed post graduate studies in fertility acupuncture, acupuncture for assisted conception and IVF, gynaecology and obstetrics. She has worked in private practice since graduating. Before starting her own family Anna worked in the IVF unit at Hammersmith hospital providing acupuncture support to couples going through IUI and IVF.
Anna’s areas of special interest include:
Anna also has experience in treating a wide range of conditions including:
Anna aims to provide a relaxing and supportive environment for her patients. She treats the individual and looks at achievable changes that can be made to diet and lifestyle to help improve general health and to optimise fertility.
Locations: Windsor
Catherine graduated from the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine with a 1st class honours degree and is member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC). Her style of practice uses an integrated approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Five Element Acupuncture. She works closely with World Medicine, which is a charity providing acupuncture to people around the world suffering the effects of trauma, disaster or poverty. She recently spent time in rural India providing acupuncture to a large community for a wide range of musculo-skeletal conditions and other ailments; she continues to work with the charity.
Catherine has spent her working life dedicated to healthcare of others, starting her career as a Radiographer both in the NHS and private healthcare and latterly specialising in Breast Cancer Care as a mammographer within a multidisciplinary team of specialists. She would love to see a more integrated approach to our healthcare and started her own journey into holistic therapies to help support the pressures of obtaining a healthy work-life balance, it was here she found passion in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Her holistic approach incorporating knowledge acquired during her work within western medicine, enables her to create individualised treatment plans to address the imbalanced systems within the body.
In addition to treating the systems within the body with ill health and common ailments, Catherine has a special interest in providing support within the following:
Locations: Windsor
Kath studied for 3.5 years at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading and graduated with a BSC (Hons) in acupuncture
Previous to this Kath worked in HR for a number of large corporations but it was her care for employees as people that made her realise she wanted to become even more directly involved in people’s wellbeing, hence she now dedicates her time to active care through a combination of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and five element style of acupuncture.
Kath found real empathy and compassion for those seeking help with issues surrounding menopause when researching for her dissertation (for which she achieved a first class grade). She worked with particular emphasis on the treatment of the symptoms of cognitive decline and brain fog in this area.
She finds equal satisfaction treating a wide range of other conditions including digestive issues, mental health and assisting patients with the after effects of chemotherapy. The recent Covid19 pandemic has also given her recent experience treating a number of patients with Long Covid symtoms.
Kath is a registered member of the British Acupuncture Council.
Locations: Wimpole Street
Martha graduated from the University of Westminster with a First Class Honours Degree in Acupuncture and received a full scholarship to complete a postgraduate clinical placement at the China Medical University of Taichung in Taiwan. She continued her studies with a number of different physicians and scholars and gained extensive clinical experience in the treatment of various conditions, such as musculoskeletal pain and injuries, management of chronic pain, digestive disorders as well as emotional and sleeping disorders.
From the early years of practice she became interested in fertility and women’s heath and has undertaken post-graduate training in the treatment of gynaecological conditions, including menstrual disorders, male and female infertility and IVF assistance with Jani White, Jane Lyttleton and Dr Wu among others. Having supported hundreds of couples during their journey to conception, she continued with post-graduate training in obstetric acupuncture with Sara Budd, Debra Betts and Dr Michele Odant. She is passionate about supporting women during their pregnancy and has worked with independent midwives and doulas to support women during childbirth and post-partum recovery.
Martha is particularly interested in educating her patients about aspects of their lifestyle that could potentially affect their health or well-being and aims to guide them through a journey of self-care. She often works with functional nutritionists to enhance the effects of Chinese medicine treatment and promote optional health.
She is a member of the British Acupuncture Council, the leading professional body for acupuncturists in Great Britain.
Martha’s areas of special interest include: