- Bricket Wood, St Albans
Conception depends on many things going right: egg quality, hormones, the health of the womb and much more. From my calm garden clinic in Bricket Wood, I support women and couples from St Albans, Radlett, Watford and the surrounding area through natural conception, IVF and everything in between, with over 16 years’ experience and advanced fertility training.
Sometimes there’s a clear reason it isn’t happening, and sometimes there isn’t. My job is to help you understand your whole picture, spot any gaps in your investigations, and refer you to the right consultant when medical treatment is needed.
Let’s not forget the other half of the equation! The sperm! I’m here to support your partner’s fertility too.
My commitment to you is to look for answers as to why you may be having difficulty conceiving, and to make sure no stone is left unturned.
If you’ve been trying to conceive for a while, you’ll know how all-consuming it becomes. Every month feels high-stakes. You may have had tests come back “normal” but nothing is happening. Or you’re preparing for or recovering from IVF, and you want to do everything possible to support your body.
This is exactly who I work with. And it’s the area of my practice I’m most deeply trained and experienced in.
As a specialist fertility acupuncturist in St Albans, I bring a level of knowledge and focus that goes well beyond general acupuncture practice.
When you’re searching for fertility acupuncture, you’ll find many local practitioners – but not all acupuncturists have the same level of fertility-specific training. Fertility is a specialist field, and the depth of knowledge your practitioner brings to your care can make a real difference to your outcomes.
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Fertility Support from Naava Carman, one of the UK’s leading experts in fertility acupuncture. This is a post-graduate qualification that goes far beyond the fertility content covered in a standard acupuncture degree. It covers complex fertility cases including unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarriage, IVF support, low sperm count, and pregnancy over 40 — integrating Western medical diagnostics with traditional Chinese medicine to give you a genuinely comprehensive level of care.
A generalist acupuncturist may offer acupuncture as part of a broad practice. What they are unlikely to offer is the ability to review your test results and identify what may be missing, guide you through the timing windows of an IVF cycle, recognise when a DNA fragmentation test or reproductive immunology referral is needed, or advise on how microbiome health may be affecting implantation. This is the difference specialist training makes — and it’s why I invested in mine.
I am also an official affiliate clinic of The Fertility Suite, founded by Rachel Sherriff. The Fertility Suite is a network of vetted, specialist fertility practitioners who collaborate on complex cases and share the latest developments in reproductive medicine. Affiliate status is not automatic — it reflects a recognised standard of specialist practice.
Every week we meet to talk through complex cases, so your treatment has the benefit of many experienced minds, not just mine. When needed, I also refer to fertility consultants and other specialists, such as a Reproductive Urologists, private prescribers, pelvic floor physiotherapist or therapists.
If you are trying to conceive naturally or through IVF in the St Albans or Hertfordshire area and are looking for an acupuncturist with dedicated fertility expertise, I offer an initial 90-minute fertility assessment for £150, covering a full review of your fertility health, test results, and a personalised treatment plan.
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Whatever stage you’re at, you don’t have to work it all out alone. Many people come to me while waiting for NHS investigations, or once they’ve finished, wanting more time, support and guidance.
These are the areas I support most often, and how I can help with each:
After stopping the pill, your cycle can take a while to find its rhythm. I'll help you read your cycle, understand your periods, and feel ready in body and mind before you start trying.
Being told there's "no clear reason" can leave you feeling stuck. I'll support you emotionally and physically while you try, and help you know what to ask your GP or consultant next.
Support before you start, during your cycle and around transfer, including after an unsuccessful round. Appointments fit around your clinic's timetable, even outside my usual hours.
Painful or heavy periods, irregular cycles or a low AMH result can feel worrying. I'll explain what your results mean in plain language and build a plan around your cycle.
Gentle, informed support if you've experienced loss or are trying in your 40s, with care for how you're feeling as well as your body.
Sperm health matters as much as egg health. I offer lifestyle guidance and help making sense of semen analysis results, so you both feel involved.
Underlying conditions
I regularly support women living with PMOS (PCOS), endometriosis, adenomyosis and unexplained infertility, working alongside your GP or consultant.
Your initial fertility assessment is 90 minutes. We go beyond the surface and look at the full picture:
After your consultation you receive a written plan covering recommended investigations, specialist referrals, nutrition and supplement guidance, lifestyle recommendations, and your acupuncture treatment plan.
One of the most common things I hear from patients is that they’ve been told everything looks fine – and yet nothing is happening. Gaps in investigation are common, particularly in NHS fertility pathways where time and funding pressures mean certain tests don’t get run.
I review what has been tested and identify what hasn’t. This might include thyroid antibodies, vitamin D, sperm DNA fragmentation, microbiome testing, or specialist Doppler imaging to identify adenomyosis or oestrogen dominance.
I work with a trusted network of consultants including; reproductive immunologists, urologists and specialist sonographers and refer you to the right person when needed.
The 90–100 days before egg retrieval or ovulation is the most important window – this is when the egg is maturing. I recommend weekly acupuncture for at least three months, alongside the lifestyle and nutritional changes we agree together.
Acupuncture’s role in fertility and IVF support is an active area of research. Studies have examined its effects on IVF outcomes, uterine blood flow, and conception rates in women with PCOS. Links to key studies are available on the Fertility Resources page.
Acupuncture has been used to support fertility for centuries, and research into how it works is growing all the time. My approach is to help bring your body back into balance, supporting your cycle, your hormones and your stress levels. Alongside this, I take a thorough look at your whole picture: your test results, your partner's health and any gaps in your investigations. Many patients tell me their sessions leave them feeling calmer, more balanced and more in control during what can be a really tough time.
Acupuncture is often used alongside IVF to prepare the body before egg collection, support implantation around embryo transfer, and reduce side effects, maintaining wellbeing throughout the process. I’m specifically trained in IVF support protocols and use evidence-informed treatment timing.
This is one of the most common situations I see. “Normal” results don’t always mean everything has been properly investigated. I review what has been done and identify what may have been missed — and I frequently find important gaps. Additionally, NHS reference ranges are designed to identify disease in the general population, not to assess what's optimal for fertility — so a result that looks normal on paper may still be worth investigating further in the context of conception
Many women with PCOS come to me for support with irregular cycles. I combine acupuncture with practical advice on diet, lifestyle and testing, and I work alongside your GP or consultant. I work to regulate the menstrual cycle, encourage ovulation, and address the hormonal imbalances underlying PCOS.
Acupuncture won't remove endometriosis tissue. Many of my patients come to me for support with pain and general wellbeing, and I can help you find the right specialist for diagnosis and treatment. I work to reduce inflammation and pain associated with endometriosis and supports a more receptive uterine environment — both of which can improve fertility outcomes.
Yes. Sperm health accounts for around half of all fertility challenges. I support male partners with acupuncture, lifestyle guidance, and referrals for specialist testing including DNA fragmentation.
I recommend weekly sessions for a minimum of three months where possible. You’ll have a realistic treatment plan from your first appointment.