Acupuncture | Austin, TX

We are excited to announce that we will be adding acupuncture to our practice in late in 2026. This will provide an additional tool to support patients with stress, hormonal balance, pain management, and overall system regulation.

The ancient and time-honored practice of acupuncture can be a valuable part of a holistic, integrative approach to health, wellness, vitality, and longevity. When used alongside more traditional medical treatments, acupuncture can help support balance within the body, reduce stress, improve energy, ease pain, and promote overall well-being. And when combined with personalized medical treatment plans, nutrition, and lifestyle guidance, it can complement a broader strategy for long-term health, wellbeing, vitality and longevity.

Siren Törnqvist holds a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture, bringing a depth of training that complements our integrative approach to health. Her background allows her to look at the body through a broader lens — supporting balance, regulation, and healing in ways that extend beyond traditional medical models.

If you live in Central Texas or the greater Austin, TX area, schedule a comprehensive consultation and evaluation today – and take the first step to regaining your health, preventing disease, and feeling your best!

Acupuncture
Austin, TX

We are excited to announce that we will be adding acupuncture to our practice in late 2026. This will provide an additional tool to support patients with stress, hormonal balance, pain management, and overall system regulation.

The ancient and time-honored practice of acupuncture can be a valuable part of a holistic, integrative approach to health, wellness, vitality, and longevity. When used alongside more traditional medical treatments, acupuncture can help support balance within the body, reduce stress, improve energy, ease pain, and promote overall well-being. And when combined with personalized medical treatment plans, nutrition, and lifestyle guidance, it can complement a broader strategy for long-term health, wellbeing, vitality and longevity.

Siren Törnqvist holds a Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture, bringing a depth of training that complements our integrative approach to health. Her background allows her to look at the body through a broader lens — supporting balance, regulation, and healing in ways that extend beyond traditional medical models.

If you live in Central Texas or the greater Austin, TX area, schedule a comprehensive consultation and evaluation today – and take the first step to regaining your health, preventing disease, and feeling your best!

Acupuncture

How Acupuncture Works

Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on the body with very fine needles to help influence the nervous system, circulation, and the body’s natural healing responses. During treatment, the very thin needles are placed at specific points on the body to help stimulate nerves, muscles, and connective tissue. This gentle stimulation may regulate pain signaling, ease muscle tension, calm stress response, and fascilitate communication between different body systems. Many patients also find that acupuncture promotes deep relaxation, which can have a positive effect on sleep, energy, mood, and overall physical balance.

Acupuncture can be part of a broader functional medicine strategy focused on improving health, wellness, vitality, and longevity. Rather than acting as a stand-alone cure, acupuncture is typically used alongside personalized medical care, nutrition guidance, laboratory evaluation, and lifestyle support. This holistic approach helps address both symptoms and the underlying factors that may be affecting how you feel.

Is Acupuncture Safe?

Acupuncture is extremely safe when it is performed by a properly trained, qualified and certified practitioner in a clinical setting. Our new provider Siren Törnqvist holds a Doctoral Degree in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine from the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College at Berkeley, CA.

Most patients describe the treatment as surprisingly gentle, with little to no discomfort. Some people feel deeply relaxed afterward, while others notice gradual changes over time as treatments are combined with a personalized wellness plan.

As with any therapy, acupuncture must be provided in the context of a thoughtful medical evaluation. We take an integrative approach that recognizes the importance of both conventional medicine and complementary therapies. Acupuncture does not replace appropriate medical treatment for serious or urgent conditions, but can be a helpful addition for patients seeking a more holistic, comprehensive path to healing, symptom relief, and whole-body wellness.

Conditions Acupuncture Treats

Acupuncture is often used to help support patients dealing with stress, muscle tension, headaches, sleep problems, fatigue, and chronic pain. It may also be helpful for concerns related to hormonal balance, digestive discomfort, tension-related symptoms, and general feelings of imbalance that can affect daily quality of life.

Because functional medicine looks at the body as an interconnected system, acupuncture is often included in treatment plans where multiple body systems and symptoms appear to be linked.

In an integrative practice, acupuncture is selected based on the individual rather than just the diagnosis. We may recommend accupuncture as part of a larger plan for patients who want additional support for energy, recovery, or overall well-being. When combined with conventional medical care, and lifestyle medicine, acupuncture can play a meaningful role in helping you feel better and function at a higher level.