Can acupuncture help with IVF?

Yes. Research supports acupuncture alongside IVF to support follicle development, reduce stress, and improve endometrial receptivity. Deanna is an advanced specialist fertility certified acupuncturist with extensive IVF support experience.

Is acupuncture safe during pregnancy?

Yes, when performed by a qualified specialist. Deanna holds a postgraduate diploma in obstetrics and gynaecology and has extensive experience treating women across all stages of pregnancy.

Fertility, Menopause & Women's Health Acupuncture Clinic Middlesbrough

Acupuncture clinic in Acklam, Middlesbrough · Free parking

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Fertility · Menopause · Women's Health · Middlesbrough

Fertility, menopause and women's health acupuncture in Middlesbrough

Q: Is acupuncture painful?

Most people are surprised by how gentle it is. We use very fine, sterile, single-use needles — the sensation is usually a mild ache or warmth rather than pain. Many clients fall asleep during treatment.

Q: How many sessions will I need?

That depends entirely on what you're coming in for. Some clients notice a significant difference after one or two sessions; others benefit from a longer course. We give an honest assessment at your initial consultation.

Q: Where is the clinic and is there parking?

283 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 7BP. Free parking directly outside. Within 35 minutes of Stockton, Yarm, Darlington and Northallerton. Appointment only — no walk-ins.

Specialist, unhurried care for the journey that matters most to you, from trying to conceive to menopause, pain and everyday stress.

Welcoming clients from across Teesside: Middlesbrough, Stockton, Yarm, Darlington and beyond, with acupuncture near you at our Acklam clinic.

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884 five-star reviews across Fresha & Google

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First consultations from £90, or a 25-minute first visit for £45. You are not committing to a course of treatment by booking.

The House, our acupuncture and wellbeing clinic in Acklam, Middlesbrough

Where would you like to start?

Menopause & perimenopause Fertility, IVF & PCOS IVF support Couples fertility Pregnancy Pain & injury Stress & sleep

Award-winning · Acklam, Middlesbrough

An acupuncture clinic that puts you first, right here in Middlesbrough

Deanna Thomas Acupuncture & Wellbeing is an award-winning acupuncture clinic in Acklam, Middlesbrough, specialising in fertility, menopause and women's health, and serving clients across Teesside and the North East.

If you have been told everything looks normal while your body says otherwise, you are not imagining it, and you are not alone. We look for the root cause and support both your physical health and your emotional wellbeing, with traditional acupuncture that treats the whole person.

Recognised by Three Best Rated three years running and Fresha Highly Recommended, with 884 five-star reviews across Fresha and Google. New to acupuncture? Start here →

Book Your Consultation About Deanna

No pressure, and no commitment beyond your first visit.

Deanna Thomas performing acupuncture during a calm treatment

A calm, simple start

How it works

No lengthy referrals, no waiting lists. Just compassionate, expert care when you need it.

Book your consultation

Choose a time that suits you and book online in a couple of taps. Your first visit is a proper, unhurried consultation, not a rushed ten-minute assessment.

Your in-depth assessment

A full health history, traditional pulse and tongue diagnosis, and an AcuGraph scan that maps your energy channels. Your first treatment is included in the same appointment.

Your personalised plan

Acupuncture usually works best as a short course rather than a single visit. You leave with a clear, realistic plan and an honest view of how many sessions it may take. Healing is a rhythm, not a race.

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New pathway

Menopause and perimenopause support

If your sleep, mood, cycles or temperature feel like they are running the show, you are not imagining it, and you do not have to just get on with it. Your first step is a Menopause and Perimenopause Consultation, an unhurried appointment to map what is happening and what might help. From £90.

Book Your Menopause Consultation Menopause support

What we treat

Our acupuncture services

Evidence-informed treatments for fertility, women's health, pain and wellbeing, all under one roof.

Initial consultation £99 · 1h 15m

Fertility & IVF acupuncture

Specialist support for natural conception, IVF, ICSI, PCOS and unexplained infertility. If you have been told everything looks normal while your body says otherwise, you are in the right place. Fertility Support Trained.

Fertility support →

Initial consultation £85 · 1h

Pregnancy acupuncture

Safe, specialist care through pregnancy: morning sickness, pelvic pain, breech presentation, birth preparation and postnatal recovery.

Pregnancy care →

Initial consultation £90 · 1h 20m

Women's health & hormones

Acupuncture for PCOS, endometriosis, irregular cycles, PMS and hormonal health, treated as a whole, not a symptom list.

Women's health →

Initial consultation £90 · 1h 20m

Menopause acupuncture

Targeted support for hot flushes, sleep, mood, joint pain and the exhaustion of perimenopause and beyond.

Menopause support →

Initial consultation £90 · 1h 20m

Chronic pain acupuncture

When pain has been part of your life for so long you have stopped expecting relief, that is often when acupuncture makes the biggest difference. Back, neck, sciatica, migraines and joint pain.

Pain treatment →

Sessions from £45

Stress, anxiety & sleep

Calming an overactive nervous system and supporting mental wellbeing and restful sleep, with real time to be heard.

Stress & sleep →

Anthony Thomas, ear acupuncture and sports massage practitioner, at the clinic

Saturdays with Anthony

Ear acupuncture and bodywork, on Saturdays

Anthony runs his Saturday clinic at The House, under the same roof and the same calm care. He works in two lanes: calming ear and auricular acupuncture, and hands-on massage and bodywork.

Ear & auricular acupuncture

Calming Ear Acupuncture (NADA) £45
Rapid Relief, Battlefield £45
Ear Acupuncture, cravings & habits £45
Battlefield for PTSD £45
Ear Acupuncture for Menopause £40

Ear acupuncture →

Massage & bodywork

Sports Massage & consultation £50
Sports Massage & Cupping £60
Sports Massage + Ear Acupuncture £55
Cupping & Massage £55
Relax & Reset £90

Sports massage →

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All treatments booked online, with the same 48-hour rescheduling.

In their words

What our clients say

Verified reviews from people who trusted us with what matters most.

"Through her guidance and acupuncture we lengthened my luteal phase, and as I write this I am sat with my newborn on my knee."

Katie S., Google review

"I began seeing Deanna through my 8th cycle of IVF. Our cycle was successful and I am so grateful."

Nikki M., Google review

"After just one session my menopausal hot flushes improved significantly. Professional, friendly and caring."

Sharon F., Google review

Rated 5.0 across 802 ratings on Fresha and 82 reviews on Google

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Two practitioners, one clinic

Meet your practitioners

A shared commitment to seeing you thrive, and a clear sense of who does what.

Deanna Thomas

Licensed Acupuncturist · Fertility & Women's Health

BSc (Hons), Lic.Ac, MBAcC, DipObsGyn

Deanna leads full-body acupuncture for fertility, women's health, menopause and stress, and also offers EFT. "I facilitate the Qi. The body does the rest."

Anthony Thomas

Ear Acupuncture & Sports Massage · Saturdays

FHT registered · NADA GB · Battlefield trained

Anthony delivers the ear and auricular acupuncture treatments, alongside sports massage and cupping, in his Saturday clinic.

You are in the right place

Who we help

You do not need a diagnosis to deserve support. Here are the people we see most often.

Fertility & reproductive health

Trying to conceive naturally, IVF and assisted conception, PCOS, endometriosis, male fertility and unexplained infertility.

Menopause & hormones

Perimenopause and menopause, hot flushes, cycles, PMS and hormonal balance.

Pregnancy & postnatal

Morning sickness, pelvic pain, breech babies, birth preparation and recovery.

Pain & recovery

Back pain, sciatica, joint pain, migraines, fibromyalgia and sports injuries.

Stress, sleep & daily life

Anxiety, low mood, burnout, insomnia and nervous system regulation.

Recovery with Anthony

Ear acupuncture, sports massage and cupping for stress, tension and recovery, on Saturdays.

Good questions

Common questions

Is acupuncture painful?

For most people, no. The fine needles are nothing like an injection, and many clients find treatment deeply relaxing, often drifting off during a session.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on you and what you are bringing. Acupuncture is usually cumulative, so we often recommend a short course rather than a single visit. You will get an honest, realistic plan at your first consultation.

Can acupuncture help with fertility and IVF?

Acupuncture is widely used alongside natural conception and IVF. Deanna is Fertility Support Trained and supports clients through every stage, from preparing for natural pregnancy to working with assisted reproduction.

How much does it cost?

Initial consultations start from £90, and a 25-minute first consultation is £45. You can see all treatments and current prices on our menu. View treatments & prices →

How long has the clinic been established?

Deanna Thomas Acupuncture & Wellbeing has been established in Middlesbrough since 2021, is independently award-winning three years running, with 884 five-star reviews across Fresha and Google.

Where is the clinic, and is there parking?

We are at 283 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 7BP, a converted former GP surgery with free parking for two hours at Acklam Shopping Parade or on the surrounding residential streets. Appointment only. Get directions →

How does booking work, and what is your cancellation policy?

We work by appointment only, with no walk-ins, so every client gets our full, unhurried attention. Because your appointment time is held just for you, it is secured with payment upfront. If you need to change or cancel, we ask for at least 48 hours' notice. Missed appointments and last-minute cancellations are charged in full.

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Find us & get in touch

The House, Acklam

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283 Acklam Road, Middlesbrough, TS5 7BP
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0800 593 2023
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help@deannathomastherapies.com

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Opening hours
Mon & Tue: 9:30am – 7:00pm
Wed: Closed
Thu: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:30am – 2:00pm
Sat: 10:00am – 2:00pm (with Anthony)
Sun: Closed

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Booking
Appointment only, no walk-ins. Secured with payment upfront, with a 48-hour cancellation policy. Missed or late-cancelled appointments are charged in full.

When you feel ready

Booking your first appointment is the hardest part, and the most important one. We will meet you where you are.

Book Your Consultation

First consultations from £90, or a 25-minute first visit for £45. Fully insured and British Acupuncture Council registered. Your appointment is held just for you, with 48 hours' notice to reschedule.

No pressure either way

Not ready for a full appointment?

That is completely fine. Start with a 25-minute in-person consultation for £45. It is a proper conversation, time to ask anything and see if we are the right fit, with no treatment and no pressure.

Prefer to talk first? Call 0800 593 2023 or email help@deannathomastherapies.com, and Deanna will call you back, often outside clinic hours.

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