Claire Skinner- Meraki Acupuncture

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Claire Skinner- Meraki Acupuncture

Claire’s approach is an integrative and individualised method of treatment.

Claire Skinner, West Sussex based, specialises in acupuncture supported by a background in Biomedicine, nutrition, and massage therapy, as well as yoga and breath-work practices. BSc (Hons) Biomedicine

Certificate in Nutritional Medicine

Massage Diploma

Yoga & Breathwork Training RYT YAP

British Acupuncture Council-trained at The International College of Oriental Medicine (ICOM)

08/08/2025

Anxiety isn't just in your mind; it travels through your body too. 🌿 In Chinese Medicine, it's often linked to a Shen disturbance, especially when the Spleen struggles to nourish the Heart.

Common patterns include:
• Spleen Qi Deficiency → worry, digestive issues
• Heart Blood Deficiency → poor sleep, palpitations
• Liver Qi Stagnation → chest tightness, irritability

✨ Acupuncture points like HT7 and Yintang are known to calm the Shen and restore balance. Studies show that acupuncture can regulate the limbic system and vagus nerve, easing anxiety.

💡 Quick Tip: Apply light pressure to Yintang and breathe out slowly for 6 seconds. Feel the calm. 🌸

Do you use or want to try acupuncture for anxiety? Share your thoughts! 👇

07/08/2025

Your nervous system knows what safety feels like, what reminds it?

In the clinic, we see time and again: it’s not the grand gestures that bring nervous system relief, it’s the small, consistent acts of care.

Tell us in the comments:
☁️ A walk with no phone?
🫖 Tea in silence?
🌿 Your acupuncture session?
📖 Journaling before bed?

Small daily habits pave the path to greatness, especially when it comes to regulating the Shen and restoring calm.

Everybody is different, but all benefit from ritual, rhythm, and rest.

💡 Top Tip: The Spleen and Heart thrive on calm repetition. Choose one ritual and repeat it daily this week. Watch what softens. The Spleen and Heart thrive on calm repetition. Choose one ritual and repeat it daily this week. Watch what softens.

05/08/2025

Timing is key for fertility, but the foundation is even more crucial. At our clinic, we focus on the quality of Qi, Blood, and organ system harmony to support conception. 🌿

Here's what we assess:
- Kidney Jing: Vitality and egg quality
- Liver Qi: Hormonal flow and emotional balance
- Spleen Qi: Blood nourishment and implantation

Did you know acupuncture can boost blood flow, support luteal phase, and reduce stress? 📚

💡 Tip: During your luteal phase, embrace warmth in meals, movement, and mood to aid implantation.

📣 Curious about a holistic approach to fertility? Message us or book an appointment through our website. Let's embark on this journey together! 🌟

04/08/2025

Your nervous system thrives not just on rest, but on rhythm. 🌙✨

Evenings are for winding down, but screens and noise can disrupt this natural flow. Let's break the cycle together with "7 Days of Journal Prompts to Nourish the Shen."

🌿 Join us in a soothing ritual. Take 5 minutes nightly to reflect. Tonight's prompt:
🖋️ What surprised you today? What went as expected?

Enhance your journaling with:
🕯️ Soft lighting + a candle
🍵 Herbal tea (try chrysanthemum or lavender)
🌬️ Gentle acupressure + slow belly breathing

💬 Share your thoughts and save this post to keep up with daily prompts. Consistency in small rituals can transform your evening routine. Let's nourish our Shen together! 💖

02/08/2025

August is here, a time for grounding and balance! Yet, many of us feel restless and uneasy. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this could be Heart–Kidney disharmony or Yin Deficiency. Symptoms include insomnia, nervousness, and racing thoughts.

✨ Acupuncture can calm the Shen and restore balance.

🌿 Tip: Try stewed apple with cinnamon and soaked almonds before bed. Pair with SP6 acupressure and 4-6 breathing for a peaceful night.

💬 Curious about more ways to nourish your nervous system? Stay tuned for our upcoming blog!

How do you find balance during this month? Share your tips below! ⬇️

31/07/2025

✈️ Jet lag can do more than mess with your sleep; it can disrupt your digestion too! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, changing time zones may weaken Spleen and Stomach Qi, leading to bloating and sluggish digestion. 🌿

✨ Try this simple tip for a digestive reset:
Locate Ren-12 (Zhongwan), midway between the base of your sternum and belly button. Apply gentle, circular pressure for 30-60 seconds, especially before meals and rest. This can help regulate Stomach Qi, ease bloating, and anchor your body's center of nourishment.

📍Heading to Nosara, Costa Rica? Acupuncture sessions will soon be available to help reorient your system. Stay tuned for more details!

Have you tried acupressure for digestion before? Share your experiences below! 👇

29/07/2025

Got that wilting feeling?
When the sun’s relentless and life’s a little too loud, your system can start to fold in on itself, tired, overheated, overstimulated.

In Chinese Medicine, this is often a sign of Heart Fire or Yin Deficiency, when inner heat builds faster than the body can cool and contain it.

✨ Acupuncture offers a way to:
• Cool systemic inflammation
• Calm the Shen (mind/spirit)
• Improve sleep, mood, and skin health

We use points like LI11, PC8, and HT7 to help your body shift from overwhelm back to balance, so you can stand tall again, in your own rhythm.

📖I've just uploaded a new blog to my website: "Cooling the Fire" - Acupuncture for Summer Heat, Inflammation & Emotional Balance.

28/07/2025

🌅 Planning a westward trip? While the journey might be exciting, your body might feel restless and uneasy as day turns into night.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, traveling west can extend your yang energy, potentially overstimulating your Heart and Liver systems. This may lead to restlessness, nausea, or emotional unease.

✨ Try Pericardium 6 (Neiguan) for relief:
• Calms the Heart and mind
• Reduces travel-related nausea or motion sickness
• Eases anxiety and helps adjust to new time zones

Locate it about three finger-widths below your wrist crease, between the tendons. Apply gentle, steady pressure, especially during flights or after landing.

📍Need more support? Acupuncture sessions are coming soon to Nosara, Costa Rica. Interested? Comment below or tag a friend who might benefit!

27/07/2025

🌟 Experience balance and relief like Kley did after his first acupuncture session! He arrived with a painful shoulder and left feeling renewed and energized.

If you're new to acupuncture or looking to support your recovery, remember—your body knows how to heal with the right conditions.

👐 Let's create those conditions together with care and expertise.

📍Exciting news: I'll soon be practicing in Nosara, Costa Rica! Curious about how acupuncture can aid your recovery? Drop me a message or comment below to learn more! 💬

24/07/2025

Feeling bloated or low on energy? 🌿 Discover ST36, also known as Zusanli, a powerful acupressure point in Chinese Medicine. Just below the kneecap, this spot is your ally for:

• Enhancing digestion and gut function
• Boosting energy and immune health
• Easing fatigue and calming the mind

Press gently for 30–60 seconds daily or when you need extra support. Perfect for post-travel, stress, or dietary changes!

📍 Get personalized treatment! Acupuncture sessions in Nosara, Costa Rica, start in September. Ready to feel revitalized? Comment or message for more details! 💬

22/07/2025

☀️ As late summer skies stretch out, they often reflect our own feelings—vast, vibrant, and sometimes a bit overwhelming.

In Chinese Medicine, this time is governed by the Fire element. When Heart Fire flares up, without the Yin's cooling balance, it can leave us feeling emotionally drained, mentally unfocused, or physically tense.

🕊️ Just like birds finding their rhythm in flight, our bodies crave a return to their natural pace.

✨ Acupuncture can help calm the Shen (mind/spirit), clear internal heat, and restore balance beneath the summer glow. Move through the season with clarity, not burnout!

📖I've just uploaded a new blog to my website: "Cooling the Fire" - Acupuncture for Summer Heat, Inflammation & Emotional Balance. Why not have a read.

📍Exciting news! Sessions in Nosara, Costa Rica, are coming soon. 🌴 Ready for your seasonal reset? Comment "YES" or message me to book a session!

21/07/2025

🧭 Ever wondered why eastward travel can feel tougher? In Chinese Medicine, it’s all about the yin-yang balance. Flying east compresses your day, pushing your body into rest mode prematurely, leaving your mind and spirit unsettled.

✨ Meet Yin Tang.

This acupressure point between your brows can:
• Calm your spirit
• Boost melatonin for better sleep
• Relieve headaches and travel tension

Try gentle pressure before bed, during flights, or whenever you need to center your mind.

📍 Looking for more support? Acupuncture sessions are coming soon to Nosara, crafted to help you sync with your new time zone effortlessly.

Have you tried Yin Tang before? Share your experiences or ask questions in the comments!

Address

RH12 1RQ

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 18:00

Website

http://www.merakiacupuncture.co.uk/

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