One Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

I cannot recommend Alison enough!Alison is such a caring and passionate person. I met her about 7 months ago when I was at my lowest after suffering a miscarriage. Having had a fear of needles for as long as I can remember, I was apprehensive to give acupuncture a try but I felt it was my last resort as I could no longer cope with the remaining pain. Alison instantly put me at ease from the moment I arrived at the clinic & at every session still checks in with me to make sure I am coping with the needles.Each week my session is tailored to how I am feeling & the symptoms that by body is displaying on the day. Alison’s expanse of knowledge & her ability to pull together & explain her treatment plan is amazing. I have learnt so much from her, it has given me a greater understanding of my body & how to listen to it. I always feel re-balanced & re-energised after my session, I can always guarantee a Thursday will be a positive & productive day.Alison, & her holistic nature, has been a key part in rebuilding myself, not just physically but emotionally too. I am blessed to be 5 months pregnant again and I am so grateful that I have Alison by my side.

I am so grateful to my acupuncturist for recommending that we go and see Alison at One Acupuncture.I have an autoimmune condition which leaves me susceptible to attacks of optic neuritis, causing a complete loss of vision in both eyes. I experienced my 3rd attack in October of 2022, and underwent an intensive course of steroids, immunosuppressants and blood plasma exchanges; all of which failed to bring about any improvements in my sight. I was being seen by Moorefields, but in the end they decided there was nothing more they could do for me other than ramping up the dosage of steroids, which we were keen to avoid. My local acupuncturist then referred me to see Alison, and I received 2 weeks of intensive treatment with her; 2 sessions a day, at the Barnstaple clinic.Alison is an incredibly kind woman who seems to consume knowledge in an insatiable manner; always taking courses to expand her knowledge on the different areas of acupuncture. Whilst the needling was uncomfortable ( especially in the soles of the feet! ) it certainly seemed to do the trick, and after a few weeks there was a noticeable difference in my vision, and after a month I was cleared by my Doctors to drive again, when I previously did not know whether this would ever be possible again.Whilst I was receiving treatment at the clinic, Laura at reception was so fantastic; providing suggestions for the best local day trips, ice creams and restaurants, and always being a lovely smiley presence. She also gave me 2 facial treatments, and I can honestly say I have never felt so relaxed in my life! I am tempted to make the 3 hour journey just for another one!I truly am so grateful to Alison and Laura, and couldn't recommend the clinic any more to anyone struggling with their health. You will be supported throughout your time with them, and from afar with regular zoom meetings.Thank you!

I came to Alison after suffering an sudden episode of Bell's Palsy, she treated me immediately with great skill and understanding of my condition and the underlying causes, which put me at ease. She has a sensitive touch and is very compassionate. I felt like I was under the care of a master acupuncturist who had a wholistic way of working with the body, needless to say I had improved to 90% health within 8 weeks! I would have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone. Deeply grateful to you Alison, thank you!

After a course of acupuncture treatment with Alison my Achilles pain has improved amazingly. I am now running and walking pain-free. Alison makes you feel totally comfortable with the treatments and the whole experience is comfortable and relaxing in the peaceful surroundings of her clinic alongside the river taw. Thank you so much Alison

I had excruciating pain in my back gif months which was making movement difficult and kept me awake at night. My doctor had no idea what the problem could be and prescribed pain relief, which did not work. In desperation I contacted Alison. She knew almost instantly that my rhomboid muscle was frozen, and began treatment. After 6 sessions I can honestly say the pain has gone, I am so grateful. Alison is so friendly, sympathetic and knowledgeable I would recommend her to all my friends.

5 treatments with Alison have literally changed my life! I was suffering with extreme heat at night. I assumed it was hormonal but Alison diagnosed it was a deficiency caused by my chronic kidney disease. I now feel so much better generally and am now sleeping better and am able to sleep under a duvet for the first time in years, and don't have to freeze my partner with open windows! We are now looking to work on generally supporting my kidneys. I'm so grateful to have found Alison and hope to continue to see her well into the future.

I am a professional tennis coach and have been coming to the One Acupuncture clinic for the past 6 months and Alison has done wonders for my body. I feel like I have a new body and I can't thank Alison enough for this. Her knowledge and expertise in this field is second to none. I would greatly recommend Alison and her clinic to all high level athletes and sports people. :)

I’ve had two acupuncture treatments with Alison so far to help with tightness in with my lower back likely caused by an old injury to my glutes. The difference in how it feels now compared to when we started is like night and day. Alison was fantastic, explaining throughout what she was doing and the how the whole process works. The defining point in the treatment for me was when Alison hooked up the acupuncture needle in my glute to her machine and essentially gave it CPR! It’s now back to working and firing correctly and has made such a massive difference to how I feel! Thanks Alison!

I had only seen Alison for one session and I found that my sleep was greatly improved in the following week. Usually I wake up at 3am every night unless I’m really poorly. But to my surprise I have been going to sleep and waking up to my alarm most mornings. I have also noticed a reduction in pain and fatigue. I am delighted to be working with Alison, she has such a supportive and welcoming energy I felt instantly at ease in her company and it is clear that her knowledge is vast!

Alison and her treatment helped me through a very rough time in my pregnancy. She was very supportive and I knew when I was having acupuncture with her I would get some relief from the severe sickness I was experiencing. I do believe Alison played a big part in helping me get through my pregnancy and I will be forever grateful!