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Stress, Anxiety & Sleep Support

Acupuncture for Emotional Well-Being & Restful Sleep

Chronic stress, anxiety, and sleep disturbances can take a toll on your health. At Woodland Hills Acupuncture, we offer acupuncture and holistic therapies to help you feel calmer, improve sleep quality, and restore your body’s natural balance.

How Acupuncture Helps

Acupuncture works by regulating the nervous system, reducing cortisol levels, and enhancing relaxation. It can:
  • Reduce stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system

  • Improve sleep quality and regulate sleep cycles

  • Support mental clarity and emotional balance

  • Relieve tension headaches and migraines

  • Decrease muscle tension and jaw clenching

  • Help with burnout and adrenal fatigue

By activating the body’s natural relaxation response, acupuncture promotes deep, restorative sleep and emotional well-being.

Conditions We Treat

We help patients dealing with:

  • Stress and overwhelm

  • Generalized anxiety and panic attacks

  • Insomnia and difficulty staying asleep

  • Chronic fatigue and burnout

  • Depression and mood imbalances

  • PTSD and trauma-related stress

  • Tension headaches and migraines

  • Jaw clenching and TMJ pain

Treatment Phases

Stress & Anxiety Relief

  • Weekly acupuncture to regulate cortisol and nervous system function

  • Herbal medicine and supplements to support emotional balance

  • Breathing techniques and mindfulness recommendations

Sleep Optimization

  • Acupuncture to reset circadian rhythms and promote melatonin production

  • Targeted treatments for insomnia, early waking, and restless sleep

  • Herbal formulas and dietary recommendations for deeper rest

Long-Term Nervous System Support

  • Biweekly or monthly acupuncture for stress resilience and emotional regulation

  • Lifestyle guidance to manage daily stressors and avoid burnout

  • Mind-body techniques to promote lasting calm

Our Approach

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), stress and sleep disturbances are often caused by imbalances in Qi and blood flow. Our approach includes:

We treat both the root cause and immediate symptoms to create sustainable, long-term relief.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly will I feel relief from stress and anxiety?

Many patients feel immediate relaxation after their first session. Long-term balance typically improves within 4-6 treatments.

  • Acute insomnia: 1-2 sessions per week for 3-4 weeks

  • Chronic sleep issues: Weekly sessions for at least 6-8 weeks

  • Maintenance: Monthly or biweekly for long-term balance

Yes, acupuncture is highly effective for adrenal fatigue, nervous system exhaustion, and chronic stress-related symptoms.

Yes, acupuncture can regulate the fight-or-flight response, making it a powerful tool for trauma recovery and emotional processing.

We may recommend herbal medicine, breathwork, lifestyle adjustments, and dietary support to enhance your results.