Michelle Hammond

13/09/2025

✨ FREE Community Event in Wallingford ✨

Join us for an inspiring evening with world-renowned author and paediatric specialist Rebecca Avern, as we explore how Chinese Medicine can help us better understand and support young minds and neurodiversity.

📍 Wigod Way Family Centre, Wallingford
📅 Tuesday 16th September
🕖 7:00–8:30pm (doors open 6:45pm)

Whether you’re a parent, carer, educator, or simply curious about new ways to nurture children’s wellbeing, this is a rare chance to gain practical insights from one of the leading voices in paediatric acupuncture and child development.

🎟️ Tickets are free, but spaces are limited — book now to secure your place:

👉 Reserve your spot here at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supporting-young-minds-neurodiversity-through-a-chinese-medicine-lens-tickets-1672790975839?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=a4a45c040868de29232b7c6e3ff9e6fde6433722de49ade631f6d19298297b3064705088054f3f8819327b51be6ed44aa01ce72c9ae34dc29d309b2597411128607de3492478c56bb73b268ded

13/09/2025

✨ FREE Community Event in Wallingford ✨

Join us for an inspiring evening with world-renowned author and paediatric specialist Rebecca Avern, as we explore how Chinese Medicine can help us better understand and support young minds and neurodiversity.

📍 Wigod Way Family Centre, Wallingford
📅 Tuesday 16th September
🕖 7:00–8:30pm (doors open 6:45pm)

Whether you’re a parent, carer, educator, or simply curious about new ways to nurture children’s wellbeing, this is a rare chance to gain practical insights from one of the leading voices in paediatric acupuncture and child development.

🎟️ Tickets are free, but spaces are limited — book now to secure your place:

👉 Reserve your spot here:

We'll explore how Chinese Medicine offers fresh insights and can support young minds through modern day challenges.

12/09/2025

I’m delighted to be presenting at the RCCM Conference today. Are you joining?

I will be sharing my clinical research from a multi-modal pilot study investigating the integration of NADA auricular acupuncture with clinical hypnotherapy for patients with diagnosed clinical anxiety disorders.

The study examines the potential synergistic effects of combining these two interventions, with preliminary findings indicating measurable benefits in symptom reduction and overall treatment outcomes.

This research contributes to the growing evidence base for integrative, multi-modal approaches in mental health care and highlights opportunities for further controlled trials.

I am so looking forward to engaging with colleagues on the implications for clinical practice and future research pathways.

09/09/2025

Join us for an enlightening event:

Supporting Young Minds & Neurodiversity through a Chinese Medicine Lens - with world-leading acupuncturist and author Rebecca Avern, whose two highly regarded books include:

*Acupuncture for Babies, Children and Teenagers: Treating Both the Illness and the Child – now a standard textbook in acupuncture colleges worldwide.

*Chinese Medicine for Childhood Anxiety and Depression – a practical guide for parents and practitioners alike.

With over 24 years’ experience, Rebecca brings real clinical depth, warmth, and clarity – making her perspective both timeless and deeply relevant.

📅 Date: Tuesday 16th September
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm. Doors open 6:45pm
📍 Location: Wigod Way Wallingford Family Centre

This is the first in our Supporting Young People’s Mental Health & Wellbeing Series, curated and hosted by Michelle Hammond, Chair of TRAIN Youth Wallingford, and Multi-Award Winning Transformational Talk Therapist, and Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner based at The Lodge, 51A High Street, Wallingford.

Why attend?
This session offers fresh insights into the mental health and wellbeing of children and teenagers through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Inspired by Rebecca Avern’s work, you’ll gain practical knowledge to better understand the emotional and physical needs of young people – whether you’re a parent, teacher, or someone supporting them in the community.

Together, we’ll explore how ancient wisdom can shed new light on issues like anxiety, low mood, and neurodiverse needs, helping us to respond with greater compassion, clarity, and effectiveness. Attendees will leave with ideas and strategies they can immediately begin to apply in everyday life and practice.

Booking, cancellations & donations
We’ve worked hard to make this event free to attend, as we want it to be as accessible as possible. However, places are limited. If you’re unable to come after booking, please cancel your ticket so it can be offered to someone else.

Please note that non-attendance without cancellation will incur a £25 charge, as every space is valuable.

Donations are hugely appreciated and gratefully received. All contributions will be shared equally between Wigod Way Family Centre and TRAIN Youth Wallingford, supporting ongoing initiatives for young people in our community and surrounding villages.

We really hope to see you there 😃
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1672790975839?aff=oddtdtcreator

Note:
Attendees: 16yrs and above only

We'll explore how Chinese Medicine offers fresh insights and can support young minds through modern day challenges.

02/09/2025

I’m delighted to share that my clinic has been recognised by the Southern Enterprise Awards 2025 as Leading Specialist in Advanced Therapeutic Techniques.

This award reflects my passion and commitment to an integrative approach, grounded in psychodynamic practice and lensed through the principal’s of psychoneuroimmunology, supporting both individual clients and the wider community.

07/07/2025

The final countdown is on!

I'm taking on the Big Hike – Cotswolds in support of Cancer Research UK, whose incredible work is changing lives – both for those living with cancer and in the ongoing quest to prevent it.

I know there are always many worthy causes asking for support, but if you're able to donate – no matter how small – it would mean the world.

👉 DONATE HERE:
https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/michelles-big-hike-59

Thank you so much 💙

I'm hiking the Cotswolds Half Marathon on July 12th for Cancer Research UK — and I’d love your support. This isn’t just a walk for me — it’s a step forward for the many lives touched by cancer, including my own friends, family, and the clients I support every day. As the founder of TPOT, a...

03/04/2025

Always good to see more evidence building for acupuncture.

✨ New Cochrane Review Confirms Acupuncture Helps with Chronic Low Back Pain!

A newly published Cochrane review of reviews has examined non-drug and non-surgical treatments for low back pain. The results? Acupuncture effectively reduces pain and improves function for those with chronic low back pain! 🎯

🔸 Acupuncture is already integrated into mainstream healthcare in several countries:
✅ Statutory regulated in Australia, New Zealand, and Portugal
✅ Covered by healthcare insurance in Germany and New Zealand
✅ Recommended in clinical guidelines when seeking out a PSA registered practitioner (BAcC)

However the study highlights that many clinical trials underestimate the real benefits of acupuncture because they don’t reflect the personalised treatments given by traditional acupuncturists.

⚡ Traditional acupuncture:
✔️ Is a safe intervention when provided by trained professionals
✔️ Can be a long-term solution for pain management

🔍 Looking for a trusted acupuncturist? The British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) ensures the highest standards of training, safety, and professional conduct. Find a qualified practitioner near you today!
📖 Learn more about the research & find a practitioner here: https://acupuncture.org.uk

25/03/2025

TREATMENT MODELS NEEDED — SATURDAY, 29th MARCH
🕘 Sessions available from 9am to 1pm
📍 The Lodge, 51A High Street, Wallingford, OX10 8JE

I’m mentoring a fully qualified and insured auricular acupuncture practitioner this Saturday to help build her confidence and efficiency in needling within a group setting, as she prepares for upcoming workshops aimed at supporting the wider community and those with chronic health conditions.

What is NADA Auricular Acupuncture?
This evidence-based treatment works by stimulating key points on the ear that influence the body’s neurochemical messaging system, helping to calm the nervous system, regulate stress hormones, and support better sleep and emotional balance. It’s been widely used to help with stress, anxiety, trauma recovery, and overall wellbeing — promoting a deep sense of calm and restoration.

If you’ve ever wondered about the calming, restorative power of ear acupuncture — for both body and mind — this is the perfect chance to try it. For just £5 per person, you can experience a 60-minute group session designed to leave you feeling grounded and rebalanced.

🌿 Why join us?
-Ideal for first-timers — A gentle introduction to auricular acupuncture.
-Bring a friend — Share a truly restorative experience together.
-Guided relaxation — After the needles are placed, you’ll be guided through somatic breathing and visualisation, followed by quiet time to let your body do the work.

Spaces are limited, and this mentoring session is for one day only — this Saturday, 29th March.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your wellbeing. Secure your spot now! ✨

Link in bio or simply go to the [Book] page on the michellehammond.co.uk website.

https://michellehammond.as.me/AuricularAcupuctureMODELSNEEDED

25/03/2025

TREATMENT MODELS NEEDED — SATURDAY, 29th MARCH
🕘 Sessions available from 9am to 1pm
📍 The Lodge, 51A High Street, Wallingford, OX10 8JE

I’m mentoring a fully qualified and insured auricular acupuncture practitioner this Saturday to help build her confidence and efficiency in needling within a group setting, as she prepares for upcoming workshops aimed at supporting the wider community and those with chronic health conditions.

What is NADA Auricular Acupuncture?
This evidence-based treatment works by stimulating key points on the ear that influence the body’s neurochemical messaging system, helping to calm the nervous system, regulate stress hormones, and support better sleep and emotional balance. It's been widely used to help with stress, anxiety, trauma recovery, and overall wellbeing — promoting a deep sense of calm and restoration.

If you’ve ever wondered about the calming, restorative power of ear acupuncture — for both body and mind — this is the perfect chance to try it. For just £5 per person, you can experience a 60-minute group session designed to leave you feeling grounded and rebalanced.

🌿 Why join us?
-Ideal for first-timers — A gentle introduction to auricular acupuncture.
-Bring a friend — Share a truly restorative experience together.
-Guided relaxation — After the needles are placed, you’ll be guided through somatic breathing and visualisation, followed by quiet time to let your body do the work.

Spaces are limited, and this mentoring session is for one day only — this Saturday, 29th March.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your wellbeing. Secure your spot now! ✨

https://michellehammond.as.me/AuricularAcupuctureMODELSNEEDED

29/01/2025

✨Gong hei fat choy - Happy Chinese Lunar New Year ✨

It’s the year of the Wood Snake 🐍 - bringing wisdom, personal growth, and transformation.

30/12/2024

Finding Joy Instead of Resolutions…

The start of a new year often comes with a familiar ritual: setting resolutions. But for many, those lofty goals bring more frustration than fulfillment.

By February, the gym memberships may be at risk of gathering dust, and the promises to “do better” can leave us feeling worse 😞

What if, instead of resolutions, we focused on joy? The quiet, meaningful moments that already exist in our daily lives.

Here’s how to approach 2025 with a fresh perspective:

🎈1.Celebrate what you’ve achieved: Reflect on your journey so far and acknowledge how far you’ve come, even in the small things.

🎈2.Embrace the ordinary: A warm hug, a crisp winter walk, or a favourite song— these are the moments that bring true happiness.

🎈3.Promise yourself presence: Instead of big resolutions, make a simple vow to slow down and savour the present.

🎈4.Set intentions, not goals: Intentions are kinder and more flexible. They encourage growth without the fear of failure.

🤩This New Year, let’s leave behind the pressure of reinvention and instead lean into joy.

By celebrating what’s already good in our lives, we set the tone for a year of gratitude, contentment, and balance 🙏🏻

After all, a joyful heart is the best resolution of all 🥰

“Joy; the kind of happiness that doesn’t
depend on what happens” - David Steindl Rast