Specialist Fertility Acupuncture & Integrated Support

Trying to conceive can become all-consuming.
Whether you’re preparing for IVF, navigating a complex diagnosis, or finding your feet after loss, you deserve support that treats your body with respect and your experience with care.

I offer evidence-informed fertility acupuncture alongside nervous system support, working in harmony with your medical care to help your body feel safer, steadier, and more supported through the process.

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Professionally Registered


BAcC, AFN & CNHC registered, meeting recognised UK standards for acupuncture, fertility support, and patient care.

About my training & registrations

Supporting IVF Patients Since 2018

Working alongside patients from James Cook, London Women’s Clinic (Darlington), and Leeds fertility clinics throughout their treatment journeys.Book Your Fertility Consultation

Whole-Person Fertility Support


Fertility support that considers hormones, cycles, stress, and the nervous system – not just symptoms in isolation.

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Deanna Thomas, fertility acupuncturist in Middlesbrough, sitting in her wellbeing clinic consultation room

You’ve Been Carrying the Weight of "What If" for Long Enough.

When you are navigating the complexities of conception, whether you are tracking cycles naturally, preparing for an IVF transfer, or recovering from the heartbreak of loss, your world starts to shrink.

It’s a state of constant hyper-vigilance. You become guarded, protecting yourself from the next disappointment while trying to keep up with appointments, supplements, and stats. You aren't just looking for another treatment; you are looking for a way to feel safe in your body again.

I’m Deanna Thomas, a senior fertility acupuncturist who supports couples through IVF, recurrent loss, PCOS, endometriosis and unexplained infertility – alongside your medical care.  

I see the person behind the patient. I understand that by the time you reach my clinic in Middlesbrough, you’ve likely been your own doctor, researcher, and advocate for months or years. You deserve a space where you don't have to hold it all together.

If you’re looking for support that treats your body with respect and your experience with care, you’re in the right place.

You bring your history; I’ll bring the clinical strategy and a space where you no longer have to hold it all together. Together, we move from just 'getting through' the weeks to a place of informed action and physical resilience. You don’t have to navigate the complexities of this journey alone.

Why people from across Teesside and the North East choose my clinic

Many of the people I support travel from across Teesside and the wider North East, often alongside care they’re receiving from local and regional fertility clinics. They’re looking for support that feels steady, informed, and emotionally supportive during a complex chapter of life.
I’m a senior fertility acupuncturist, and fertility support has been the focus of my work for over eight years. Since opening my full-time clinic, the majority of my caseload has been dedicated to people preparing for IVF, moving through treatment cycles, or finding their feet after loss.
My training includes advanced fertility acupuncture and postgraduate study in gynaecology, IVF support, and male fertility. I’m professionally registered with the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) and a member of the Acupuncture Fertility Network (AFN). My work is designed to sit alongside your medical care, not replace it.
What’s different about the way I work
• Nervous system first
Sessions are designed to help your body move out of constant “high alert” and into a calmer, steadier state.
• Timed to your cycle and treatment
Support is adapted to where you are in your cycle or treatment phase, including IVF, ICSI, and frozen embryo transfer.
• Support for both partners
Where helpful, I work with both partners, recognising fertility as a shared journey.
• Grounded, integrative care
Everything I offer is intended to complement your clinic’s protocol, respecting the care you’re already receiving.

My role is to support the whole person alongside your medical care, so you don’t have to carry this journey alone.

What this consultation gives you

Understanding after loss
We take time to consider miscarriage history alongside cycle health, nervous system response, and recovery, not in isolation.

Clear, steady direction
You gain realistic guidance on what support fits your situation, especially after loss or repeated disappointment.

Support alongside treatment
This approach works with medical care, helping your body regulate, recover, and feel safer moving forward.

You deserve informed, compassionate support.

I support women and couples through fertility challenges including natural conception, assisted treatment, and recurrent miscarriage.
My work combines clinical acupuncture practice, specialist fertility training, and years of experience supporting people through complex reproductive histories.

Many clients tell me this is the first space where miscarriage is acknowledged fully, not rushed past or reduced to statistics.

Here, your experience is seen, respected, and held with care.

What’s included in your specialist consultation

  • A 75–90 minute in-depth fertility consultation

  • Detailed review of cycle history, fertility journey, IVF journey and pregnancy losses where relevant

  • Initial clinical fertility acupuncture treatment that's tailored to where you are in your cycle or IVF journey

  • Discussion around timing, frequency, and appropriate next steps

  • Written aftercare and clinical recommendations

  • A detailed review of your cycle history, fertility journey, and current concerns

  • Insight into how stress, sleep, digestion, and energy levels may affect reproductive health

  • Clear explanation of how acupuncture can support you at your stage

  • Practical next steps so you leave with clarity, not questions

Many clients say this is the first time they’ve felt fully listened to.
Your body doesn’t need pressure. It needs steadiness, safety, and support.

WHY THIS WORKS

This consultation looks for patterns rather than isolated symptoms.
It focuses on how the nervous system, hormones, and circulation interact over time.

Many approaches rely on:

  • Short-term fixes

  • One-off treatments without follow-up

  • You trying to piece everything together alone

This method works because it:

  • Considers the full menstrual cycle, not just one phase

  • Supports regulation and recovery, not just stimulation

  • Builds consistency so changes have time to settle

HOW WE GET YOU RESULTS

Most clients arrive feeling uncertain, frustrated, or under pressure to do everything “right.”

You may recognise yourself here if you:

  • Feel your body isn’t responding as expected

  • Have mixed, borderline, or confusing test results

  • Aren’t sure how acupuncture fits into your treatment plan

Our approach focuses on:

  • Understanding your cycle before rushing solutions

  • Supporting blood flow, rest, and recovery

  • Creating a plan that works alongside real life

Over time, clients often notice:

  • More predictable cycles

  • Improved sleep and steadier energy

  • Greater confidence in their fertility decisions

REAL RESULTS

Every body responds differently, but clients commonly report:

  • Improved cycle regularity within 2–4 months

  • Reduced stress and better sleep after early sessions

  • Feeling calmer during IVF or FET cycles

  • Greater resilience through treatment timelines

  • Clearer understanding of what supports their fertility

Invaluable IVF Support
"I booked acupuncture to support my 8th cycle of IVF. Deanna is very knowledgeable and the support she offered throughout my cycle was invaluable. I would highly recommend her." 

—Nikki (Google Review)

A Significant Difference "After trying for nearly 8 months to get pregnant, I started treatments. It’s made such a big difference, not just physically but mentally as well. I cannot recommend her enough."

—Emma (Google Review)


Nurturing & Knowledgeable

 "She tailors each session to the phase of my cycle to support my body in reaching its optimal fertile state. I feel so nurtured and cared for during my fertility journey."


—Jessica (Fresha Review)

NEXT STEPS

  1. Book your fertility consultation online

  2. Complete a short intake form before your session

  3. Arrive ready to talk, rest, and feel supported

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Feel More Centred, Hopeful & Connected To Your Body

Feel calmer, clearer, and more connected to your body, starting today. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by stress, symptoms, or the ups and downs of trying to conceive, you’re not alone.

This gentle, expert-led guide helps you reconnect with your body so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.

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