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Break Free

From the cycle of pain, persistent symptoms and stress-related conditions

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We Treat the Person, Not Just the Symptoms – Your Health, Fully Understood with the Latest Science

Are you still living with chronic pain, stress-related conditions, or symptoms no one seems to fully understand — despite trying medications, conventional treatments, or even surgery? Have you been told there’s nothing more that can be done? You are not alone, and there is hope.


You May Be Experiencing…

  • Chronic back, neck or other musculoskeletal pain
  • Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Stress or trauma related symptoms and/or pain
  • Unexplained nerve symptoms (e.g., Burning, tingling, hypersensitivity)
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Overactive bladder syndrome and/or pelvic pain
  • Insomnia
  • Anxiety, low mood, fatigue, tinnitus, IBS and more
 

If this sounds familiar, cutting-edge neuroscience is helping us understand why these symptoms persist. Our Whole-Person Neuroplastic Break Free approach shows how recovery is possible.  

A New Way to Understand Chronic Pain and Persistent Symptoms

Many people continue to suffer because traditional healthcare often focuses only on symptoms, not the whole person. By embracing the latest scientific insights, we can approach treatment differently addressing the root causes, not just what shows up on the surface.

This short video explains the exciting new paradigm in understanding pain and persistent symptoms and how it could change your path to recovery.

This video was created by the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, a non-profit charity dedicated to raising awareness, education, and access to effective treatment.

THE "BREAK FREE" APPROACH: HOW IT WORKS

Acupoint Health’s Break Free Approach is designed for people ready to regain control of their health, providing the guidance, time, and expertise needed to uncover the true sources of your symptoms.

Rather than simply managing symptoms, Break Free addresses underlying causes and harnesses the brain and nervous system’s natural capacity to rewire, recover, and break the cycles that sustain your ongoing pain and symptoms—grounded in the latest pain science, nervous system research, and trauma-informed care.

Care is fully tailored to your individual health story. Applying neuroplasticity principles, the Break Free Approach restores balance, resilience, and long-term recovery through a fully integrated mind-brain-body approach.

Your plan is fully individualised, with carefully chosen interventions that work in harmony. This flexible, integrated approach ensures you receive only the therapies that suit your needs and may include:

ACUPOINT HEALTH "BREAK FREE" APPROACH PROCESS

Step 1: THE INITIAL CONSULTATION

Acupoint Health collects information about your pain, symptoms or stress-related illness, medical history, previous treatments and any medications to help individualise your treatment plan. 

Step 2: PAIN AND SYMPTOM RE-EDUCATION

You will learn about the latest scientific findings in a simple way. This will help you understand how the brain and nervous system can keep the body stuck in a cycle of pain, ongoing symptoms, and illness linked to stress or past trauma.

Step 3: GATHERING INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR UNIQUE STORY 

Together we will examine your personal pain and/or symptom experience and gather information about your unique root cause by looking at you as a whole person.

Step 4: RETRAIN USING NEUROSCIENCE TECHNIQUES 

You’ll be guided through techniques rooted in brain science, including simple self-empowering tools designed for your needs. These approaches help retrain your brain, calm your nervous system, and change how you experience pain and other health challenges.

Step 5: REDUCING EMOTIONAL STRESSORS

Emotions like fear of pain and persistent symptoms, stress, anxiety, past trauma, certain personality traits can amplify or even cause pain and symptoms to persist. In this step, you’ll work with Acupoint Health to identify and reduce any emotional patterns that may be contributing to your symptoms.

THE "BREAK FREE" APPROACH

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY...

Back pain/Sciatica

Charlotte has been an absolute delight to work with. Her garden clinic is a highly professional and private environment to go to treatment for. I went with an open mind after traditional treatment such as physio and massage didn’t seem to be getting to the core of the recurring issues I was having. I had frankly lost hope However the holistic body and mind approach Charlotte takes has helped me reach a place I didn’t think was possible. Where I no longer have chronic pain and the frustration of living with it daily. My quality of life has increased immensely. It’s refreshing to see a practitioner at the height of her skill and practice engaging with the latest research and information to give her clients the best possible service. Along with the core of that service being a genuine care to help her patient. For these reasons I would whole heartedly recommend Charlotte’s services if you are in pain and don’t know how to move forward.

J.Trewick

Chronic pain

I can’t thank Charlotte enough for how she has changed my life for the better in so many ways the list is endless. From being in agony to having no pain, being so frightened of having surgery she helped give me confidence and I sailed through it, putting boundaries in place that I thought were there until I realised that there was loads of room for improvement. I feel like a weight has been lifted and feel great. She’s amazing.

C. Jackson

Rheumatoid Arthritis

I have a incurable chronic illness, rheumatoid arthritis, the flares with this illness and daily chronic fatigue and pain had me immobilised and unable to function. I decided to try acupuncture and went into it with an open mind, not sure what to expect with an unfixable illness. The benefits of a 6 week course with Charlotte have been life altering, not just acupuncture but the tools and help she has given me to understand and manage my illness have been awesome. My illness is still there but I am having less pain and even on my worst days I can still function and on my good days I can live again. Charlotte is incredibly knowledgeable and treats you with such compassion. You won’t regret seeing Charlotte and hopefully it will help you as much as it’s helped me.

N. Tian-Shortbread

Back Pain

Having had 2 back surgeries in recent years I have suffered with lower back pain ever since. Physios and Osteopaths have done their best but still the problem continued.
Acupoint was recommended to me by a close friend and I have to say I’ve always been sceptical as to whether acupuncture actually works. Well believe me ladies and gentlemen IT REALLY DOES!!
Charlotte is absolutely amazing. She is always very welcoming and thoroughly explains how the treatment works, and is always putting your mind at ease while getting you into a relaxing frame of mind. Charlotte also thoroughly explains how to train your brain to further your recovery post treatment, and believe me, this has been a god send. My back has been in the best condition it’s been in for years and I can’t thank Charlotte enough for getting me there. I am now comfortably playing 18 holes of golf with little or no discomfort.
I cannot thank or recommend Acupoint enough! Outstanding!
I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

J. Bloomfield

Chronic Pain

Wow – this is not just acupuncture – Charlotte is fully trained in a new, scientifically proven, researched methodology that shows how psychological health and physical health are related. I would totally recommend Charlotte’s expertise in the area of chronic pain management. Do the work and it works!!

L.Easton

Long covid/chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia

I can not recommend Acupoint enough, if you are suffering with pain, fatigue, anxiety, low mood etc and the doctors are unable to help you, Charlotte is the way to go. There is hope.
I had been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Long COVID which started after I caught a COVID. The doctors couldn’t help me any further and I was in a desperate state, but then I found Acupoint and from the very first session believed I could get better. When I first went to Charlotte I thought I was just getting Acupuncture to deal with the pain but you get so much more. Via the Acupuncture and the SIRPA programme provided it really enables you to heal your body and mind.
I have been on a real journey of discovery with Charlotte, she helped me to understand how my personality traits and past traumas were triggering my symptoms. When I started seeing Charlotte I could only manage a few hours of work a week and had no personal life. I am now nearly back to full time hours, active and engaging with the world again. Charlotte taught me to understand how my mind and body work together enabling me to deal with the stresses of life, and by building in the techniques Charlotte has shown me into every day life I now feel positive about the future. Thank you so much Charlotte.

F. Wiltshire

Medically Unexplained Symptoms & Anxiety

After struggling with a number of physical symptoms for months, which in turn led to crippling anxiety I was stuck in a vicious cycle. I went back and forth to the GP, visited A&E on multiple occasions and all blood tests and multiple scans were normal. All of these tests and different professionals failed to provide me with any answers or reduce any of my symptoms. I even tried a Chiropractor. I then heard about Charlotte and that she was a specialist in cases like mine so I went to see her. She reassured me that the symptoms that I felt were very real, however that they were caused by my brain and nervous system being over sensitised and not by damage or problems within my body. She used a variety of different techniques including somatic therapy and she helped me to use tools to rewire my brain and understand the cause of my symptoms. This approach got rid of my symptoms. Charlotte has a wealth of knowledge and has provided me with the skills I need to care for myself going forward and hopefully not go back to where I was before I had treatment. I never thought I would feel better, but I do and the fear, physical symptoms and anxiety has gone, and I can now live my life again. I can’t put into words how much she has helped me! She is incredible and I would highly recommend.

Gemma

Fibromyalgia

I have been on such a wonderful journey with Charlotte. When we met I was in so much pain all over everyday, so tired and just ready to give up. 

Charlotte has taught me the skills I need to manage my fibromyalgia. I am now able to spot the negative processes that could lead to a flare up of my conditions. 

I now have next to no pain, I can sleep and feel refreshed every morning. I can walk and do activities with my children.  I take no medication now for my Fibro. I have taken a new job which is more stressful and I work 30 hours, more than my original 15 hours I used to work and struggle with. I feel that Charlotte is an angel and has given me my life back and I am so grateful to her for that. Anybody thinking about trying out this method, just to go for it. You will never look back.

H. Judge

Back Pain

After struggling with back pain for over a year and being sceptical. I’d now recommend it to anyone struggling with pain. Charlotte at Acupoint has been brilliant and has definitely improved my quality of life, mentally and physically I’m in a better place and haven’t needed painkillers for months now.

D. Fong

Chronic Pain

Charlotte made me very welcome right from the start. Her Acupoint studio is absolutely spotless and very comfortable. I didn’t know quite what to expect from the medical acupuncture and mind and body therapy. Charlotte explained everything in great detail step by step. My pain has reduced significantly and the mind and body therapy has been 100% beneficial for me. There’s so much on offer at Acupoint so if you’re suffering with pain go and give it a try. I went with an open mind and it really has transformed me. Thank you Charlotte.

L.Griffin

Medically Unexplained Chronic Cough

After suffering with a chronic cough for over 15 yrs and having multiple investigations and consultations asthma clinic etc, all results come back negative!! I attended Acupoint after reading such positive reviews, Charlotte advised a mind-body approach using neuroscience techniques to rewire the “chronic cough” neural pathways and calm the nervous system. I also had medical acupuncture alongside this therapy. Over a few weeks and taking heed of Charlotte’s guidance my cough is 90% better I am no longer on inhalers or nasal sprays or tablets my Doctor is amazed and very pleased as am I with the outcome. My family and friends have noticed such a difference. I can’t thank Charlotte enough, I also had some acupuncture sessions on my lower back which has greatly improved. Her approach is very professional and caring, the clinic is very calming and spotlessly clean.

C. Smith

TMJD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)

I can’t recommend Charlotte enough. The difference she has made to my self-induced stress pain and mental health is amazing. Charlotte makes you feel very comfortable and at ease.

G. Hall

Anxiety

I just want to thank Charlotte for her kind, caring, professionalism. I came to Charlotte back in January as I was suffering really bad with my mental health. My cup was well and truly over pouring and I felt I couldn’t get to grip of my own personal thoughts and simple day to day tasks. I was feeling very overwhelmed and overstimulated and then I found Charlotte who also specialises in mind, body and healing alongside acupuncture.
Charlotte was amazing in her approach and the different thought processes to help with managing my mental health. I had the full six sessions of acupuncture and honestly after 3 sessions I was starting to feel my normal self. It was like my brain had been rewired and all levels of anxiety had slowly drifted away.
I honestly come away feeling so refreshed and relaxed after having acupuncture.
Thank you so much for everything. You have been amazing.

S.Rodgers

Insomnia

After reading such positive reviews about Charlotte at Acupoint I decided to give acupuncture a go, as every other treatment/therapy I had tried for Insomnia had failed. I attended 6 weekly sessions and I can honestly say she has changed my life. Charlotte is also trained in CBT/Mind and Body Therapy, so along with the the treatment of acupuncture, it was a success. She is so kind, approachable, understanding and a professional in every way. Thank you Charlotte.

M.Brookes

A rare find…

Charlotte is a gifted medical acupuncturist and mind-body medical practitioner. I have been a patient of acupuncture on and off for over 20 years and Charlotte is one of the best. She takes a holistic approach to acupuncture, also incorporating her knowledge as an NHS nurse and mind/body practitioner. Everything she does is backed by medicine/science/neuroscience and she is explains her processes in a manner that is clear and compassionate. She can suggest things to do at home as well to help you feel better. Charlotte at Acupoint is a also just a very kind and positive human being! I enjoyed my sessions with her over the last few months. Charlotte is a rare find. I highly recommend her!

L. Beard

Chronic Ankle Pain

Having experienced chronic ankle pain for several years, I decided to see whether acupuncture would provide any relief. I contacted Acupoint after reading other positive reviews on-line and have not been disappointed. I began to see an improvement quite quickly after treatment commenced and after 10 sessions am virtually pain free. Charlotte combined acupuncture with an understanding of the mind-body connection to help me understand and manage my pain. Charlotte is professional, knowledgeable and easy to talk to and I would definitely recommend anyone experiencing pain to book an initial session to see whether she is able to help you too.

A.Butcher

Chronic Hip Pain

I have been struggling witharthritis in my hip for a few years. I had got to a point where I thought I wouldn’t ever again be able to walk more than a few yards without being in pain. I went to see Charlotte after reading she takes a holistic approach and I’m so glad I did. After a few sessions of acupuncture and using the methods Charlotte teaches, I feel free of pain and have high hopes for my future.
I can’t thank Charlotte enough.

L. Oxtaby

Tennis elbow/Knee pain/Grief

Charlotte provides an excellent, professional, and friendly service. She treats the whole person, not just the physical issue, which I find blissfully refreshing.
She has a wealth of knowledge extending far beyond medical acupuncture, which has helped me immensely to understand underlying causes of pain. From my initial appointments to deal with tennis elbow, quickly resolving the pain when medical injections had done nothing. To now seeing her regularly with arthritis in my knee, whilst dealing with grief. Charlotte has helped me to understand how my thoughts, feelings and experiences can be a trigger to my pain and symptoms.
Her clinic is immaculate in every sense, a clean, calm, relaxing environment where Charlotte delivers professional, reassuring, and successful treatments.
I would not hesitate to recommend Charlotte to anyone; she is kind and considerate in her treatments, and her knowledge base is vast.

J. Croft

Chronic Back Pain

I came to Acupoint after being involved in an RTA. After countless sessions of physiotherapy, I saw no improvement and was sick of living with chronic back pain. I was sceptical about acupuncture, but was willing to give anything a go. I’ve now has 4 sessions & another final booked, and I’m a new woman! Charlotte manages her time in sessions so well, and focuses on a holistic approach, teaching other exercises and techniques to help with pain. Even from my first session, the improvement in both my pain and mobility was incredible. I always recommend medical acupuncture to anyone suffering now!
Thanks again Acupoint, the improvement in my life in general over the last few months is thanks to you! Forever grateful :-)!

G. Plant

Anxiety

I can’t begin to say how much Charlotte at acupoint has helped me this past few months.
Over the past year I have struggled massively with terrible anxiety to a point I had to give up a job I loved, I couldn’t drive anywhere in the dark or do anything without a constant dread. There hasn’t been a day within the last year I haven’t had a knot in my stomach and constant fear that something trivial would trigger a panic attack.
But in 6 sessions with Charlotte I have turned a corner, I no longer have the knot in my stomach I haven’t had one panic attack. Yes I still get triggered some days but Charlotte has given me the tools to deal with it quickly without it overwhelming me.
I can not thank her enough for her patience and understanding.

G.Cowan

Chronic Pain

I’d been struggling with ongoing pain for months and Acupoint was recommended to me by another patient. After a short course of sessions with Charlotte the problem pain I’d visited for was massively improved and I’d regained my confidence with mobility, enabling me to resume exercise and active hobbies. Charlotte also considered my wider health history and was able to help me in multiple other areas too, and provided information, resources and self help tools that have helped me greatly both with physical pain and my overall well-being.
Charlotte is so friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable, and my sessions with her have helped me so much in so many ways. I can’t recommend Charlotte enough.

Cecile

Chronic Pain

Charlotte has a wealth of knowledge not only in acupuncture but also as a SIRPA trained expert in mind and body which helps identify and acknowledge the underlying causes of any chronic pain you may have.
Her clinic is spotlessly clean offering a very calm environment where Charlotte delivers a safe, comfortable and professional treatment.
I recommend Charlotte 100%, her approach to this alternative therapy I have found both interesting and fascinating which has empowered me to help myself with my ongoing back pain been given the essential tools and advice in Charlotte’s sessions.
I cannot thank her enough, this has really opened my eyes and I can’t wait to learn more.

S.Willis

Chronic back/leg pain

I have been managing a long-standing back and leg condition for over 15 years, during which time I have regularly relied on painkillers. I recently attended a series of acupuncture and mentoring sessions with the aim of gaining a deeper understanding of the source of my pain and learning strategies to manage it more effectively.

Within just three sessions, I was introduced to a range of practical tools and techniques that have already proven beneficial. This approach has provided me with greater insight into both the physical and mental aspects of pain management, empowering me to take a more active role in my own wellbeing.

The experience has highlighted how powerful the mind-body can be when we understand how it works and how to apply it to support recovery. I would highly recommend this professional, holistic approach to anyone seeking long-term solutions for managing chronic pain.

Y. Jamieson

LOCATION

acupuncture clinic Gateford Worksop

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