Best Acupuncture in Denver: How to Choose the Right Acupuncturist
Looking for the best acupuncture in Denver? There are a lot of excellent acupuncturists in Denver, and the right practitioner for you depends on what you're hoping to address. Someone looking for help with an athletic injury may want a different kind of expertise than someone navigating IVF, perimenopause, anxiety, or digestive problems.
We've been caring for patients in Denver for more than a decade, and our team of experienced, board-certified acupuncturists takes a whole-person approach to treatment. We specialize in women's health, fertility, hormone health, pain, anxiety and nervous-system regulation, digestive health, and more.
What makes a great acupuncture clinic?
If you're comparing acupuncturists in Denver, here are a few things we'd recommend considering.
1. Look for a qualified, licensed acupuncturist
Acupuncture is a healthcare profession, and training matters.
Look for a practitioner who has completed comprehensive education in acupuncture and Chinese medicine and is properly licensed to practice in Colorado.
At The Point, our practitioners are highly trained and board-certified, and we use sterile, single-use, disposable acupuncture needles.
2. Look for experience with your particular concern
Acupuncture is used for a remarkably wide range of health concerns, but practitioners often develop particular areas of expertise.
At The Point, our team has extensive experience treating:
Fertility & reproductive health
- Fertility and preconception
- IVF and IUI support
- Pregnancy and prenatal care
- PMS and menstrual concerns
- PCOS
- Perimenopause and hormone health
Mental health & nervous-system regulation
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Insomnia
- Emotional overwhelm
- Nervous-system dysregulation
Pain & musculoskeletal health
- Back and neck pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Sports and orthopedic injuries
- Muscle tension
- Trigger-point acupuncture and dry needling
Digestive health
- IBS
- Bloating and gas
- GERD
- Digestive discomfort
- Gut-related symptoms
Oncology support
- Night sweats
- Dry mouth
- Neuropathy
We also offer cupping, electroacupuncture, moxibustion, and cosmetic acupuncture when they're appropriate for your treatment. One of the many reasons why we're one of the best acupuncture Denver.
Why The Point is different
We're not a cookie-cutter acupuncture clinic.
When you come to The Point, we don't simply put you on a treatment table and give you the same collection of acupuncture points we gave the person before you.
We listen first.
Your first appointment includes time to understand your health history, symptoms, goals, medications, lifestyle, stressors, and the things you've already tried. Your health journey is personal; your care should be too.
Then we develop a treatment approach that's specific to you.
Your treatment may include acupuncture along with other modalities such as cupping, electroacupuncture or moxibustion when appropriate. We may also discuss nutrition, lifestyle, herbs or supplements as part of your overall plan.
Our goal isn't simply to treat a symptom.
It's to understand the bigger picture.
Acupuncture for fertility and women's health
One of The Point's particular areas of expertise is fertility and reproductive health.
Our clinic is led by an ABORM-certified fertility acupuncturist, and our team has extensive experience supporting patients through fertility treatment and the many hormonal transitions of women's lives.
We work with patients who are:
- Trying to conceive naturally
- Preparing for IVF or IUI
- Going through an embryo transfer
- Managing PCOS
- Experiencing difficult PMS or menstrual symptoms
- Navigating pregnancy
- Preparing for postpartum
- Experiencing perimenopause
If you're already working with an OB/GYN, reproductive endocrinologist, fertility clinic, or other medical provider, acupuncture can be incorporated alongside your existing medical care.
[Learn more about fertility acupuncture →]
[Learn more about perimenopause acupuncture →]
Acupuncture for anxiety, stress and the nervous system
Many of our Denver patients come to us because they feel like their nervous system is simply stuck in overdrive.
They may be dealing with anxiety, difficulty sleeping, chronic stress, tension, overwhelm, or a feeling that they can't quite switch off.
Acupuncture is often used as part of a broader approach to nervous-system regulation and relaxation.
And sometimes the most important part of treatment isn't just the needles.
It's having 60–90 minutes where someone actually listens to you.
[Learn more about acupuncture for anxiety →]
Acupuncture for pain
You don't necessarily have to choose between acupuncture and dry needling or conventional pain care.
We work with patients experiencing many types of pain, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, muscle tension and sports injuries.
Depending on your needs, treatment may incorporate acupuncture, electroacupuncture, cupping or dry needling trigger-point-focused techniques.
[Learn more about acupuncture for pain →]
What does an acupuncture appointment at The Point look like?
1. We listen.
Your first appointment begins with a conversation about what's going on and what you want help with.
2. We make a plan.
We explain what we're seeing and recommend a treatment approach based on your individual situation.
3. You receive your treatment.
Your treatment may include acupuncture along with other modalities when appropriate.
4. We adjust as we go.
Acupuncture isn't a one-size-fits-all treatment. We pay attention to how you're responding and adjust your treatment as your needs change.
What should I look for when choosing an acupuncturist in Denver?
If you're still comparing clinics, we'd suggest asking:
Are they properly licensed and trained?
Look for a licensed acupuncturist with substantial professional training.
Do they have experience with my particular concern?
Someone specializing in sports acupuncture may not be the best fit for fertility care, and vice versa.
Will they take time to understand my history?
Your symptoms don't exist in isolation. A good practitioner should want to understand the whole picture.
Can acupuncture work alongside my existing medical care?
It doesn't have to be either/or. Many of our patients see us while also working with physicians, fertility specialists, physical therapists, therapists and other healthcare providers.
Do I feel comfortable with the practitioner?
This one matters more than people sometimes realize. Acupuncture requires trust and vulnerability. You should feel heard, respected and comfortable asking questions.
Why Denver patients choose The Point
Experienced practitioners
Our team consists of highly trained, board-certified acupuncturists with extensive clinical experience.
Specialized expertise
We have particular expertise in fertility, women's health, hormone health, anxiety, pain and digestive health.
Personalized care
We don't use a cookie-cutter treatment protocol. Your treatment is designed around your individual needs.
A warm, professional environment
We're serious about providing excellent healthcare—and we also believe healthcare should feel welcoming, human and occasionally a little bit witchy.
Whole-person care
We consider the physical, emotional, hormonal, nervous-system and lifestyle factors that may be contributing to how you feel.
Convenient South Denver location
We're located at 645 E. Evans Ave., Denver, CO 80210, with an accessible, welcoming clinic designed to make acupuncture easy to incorporate into your life.
Meet The Point team
We're a team rather than a single-practitioner practice, which means we can offer a breadth of experience while maintaining a consistent standard of care.
[Meet our Denver acupuncturists →]
Frequently asked questions
Is acupuncture safe?
When performed by a properly trained and licensed acupuncturist using sterile, single-use needles, acupuncture is generally considered a low-risk treatment. Your practitioner will discuss whether acupuncture is appropriate for your individual circumstances.
How often should I get acupuncture?
It depends on your goals, symptoms and how you respond to treatment. Some people benefit from a short series of treatments, while others come regularly for ongoing care.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people find acupuncture surprisingly relaxing. The needles are extremely thin, and insertion typically feels very different from having blood drawn or receiving an injection.
Can acupuncture be used with conventional medical treatment?
Yes. Many patients use acupuncture alongside care from their physicians, fertility specialists, physical therapists, therapists and other healthcare providers. Tell your acupuncturist about your medical care and medications so your treatment can be appropriately coordinated.
Do you treat fertility and IVF patients?
Yes. Fertility and reproductive health are major areas of focus at The Point, and our clinic is led by an ABORM-certified fertility acupuncturist.
Do you treat perimenopause?
Yes. We work with patients experiencing a variety of symptoms associated with hormonal transitions, including perimenopause.
Do you treat anxiety and stress?
Yes. Many patients come to The Point for anxiety, stress, sleep concerns and nervous-system regulation.
Do you treat pain?
Yes. Pain management is another major area of our practice. Depending on your needs, treatment may include acupuncture, electroacupuncture, cupping and dry needling.
Ready to see if acupuncture is right for you?
You don't have to know exactly what kind of acupuncture you need before you come in.
That's our job.
Tell us what's going on, what you've tried, and what you'd like to feel different.
We'll listen, answer your questions, and make a recommendation.