Acupuncture for Perimenopause
What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause is a natural transition that can last several years as hormone levels shift. For many women, this period brings symptoms that affect sleep, mood, energy, and overall wellbeing. Acupuncture offers a gentle, holistic approach to supporting your health during this phase.
At Seneca Falls Acupuncture, we work with women every week who are navigating perimenopause and looking for natural ways to feel more balanced and resilient.
Common Perimenopause Symptoms We See:
Perimenopause can look and feel different for every woman. Common symptoms include:
- – Hot flashes and night sweats
- – Sleep disruption or insomnia
- – Mood changes and irritability
- – Anxiety or increased stress
- – Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
- – Irregular menstrual cycles
- – Spotting between cycles
- – Headaches or migraines
- – Joint or muscle pain
- – Fatigue and low energy
- – Changes in skin or hair
Many patients share that they “don’t feel like themselves anymore” and that’s a frustrating experience. Our goal is to provide care that supports your body and mind so you can get back to feeling like yourself.
How Acupuncture May Support Perimenopause Symptoms:
Acupuncture is holistic and encourages the body to regulate itself again. While every person is different, acupuncture may help support:
- – Nervous system regulation and stress relief
- – Vasomotor symptoms such as hot flashes
- – Sleep quality and relaxation
- – Mood, anxiety, and emotional wellbeing
- – Hormonal and cycle transitions
- – Pain and inflammation
Acupuncture can be used on its own or alongside care from your OB/GYN, primary care provider, or other specialists.
What to Expect from Treatment:
Your first visit includes a detailed consultation to understand your symptoms, health history, goals, and any medications or treatments you’re using. This helps us create a personalized treatment plan for you.
New patient appointments last 90 minutes and include time for discussion, acupuncture, and relaxation. Follow-ups are recommended, and typically last 60 minutes.
Many patients begin with weekly sessions for 6–8 weeks, followed by a reassessment to track progress and adjust frequency as needed.
Some women notice changes within a few sessions, while others experience gradual improvements over the 6-8 week timeframe. Every experience is unique.
Our Approach to Women’s Health:
We take a whole-person, evidence-informed approach to care. This includes:
- – Supporting both physical and emotional wellbeing
- – Considering stress, sleep, work, lifestyle, and cycle patterns
- – Creating individualized treatment plans
- – Collaborating with other healthcare providers when needed
Perimenopause doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. In Chinese medicine, perimenopause and menopause are considered a “second spring” for women. It’s a time of flourishing, when your unique wisdom and life experience are valued, and your health and wellbeing are supported.
Meet Your Acupuncturists:
Our team has a combined 30 years of experience supporting women’s health, stress, pain, and hormonal transitions.
- – Melody Osgood, L.Ac. — specializes in women’s health, including acupuncture during pregnancy, pain management, connective tissue disorders, and cosmetic acupuncture
- – Laura Luka, L.Ac. — focuses on women’s health, pain management, and cosmetic acupuncture
- – Michelle Grasek, L.Ac., Clinic Director — oversees patient experience and clinical operations so that every visit feels seamless, supportive, and centered on your care.
Together, we offer a calm, supportive environment where you can relax and feel cared for.
Why Women Choose Our Clinic in the Heart of the Finger Lakes:
Women often choose Seneca Falls Acupuncture because we offer:
- – Personalized care
- – Gentle needling techniques
- – Private, quiet treatment rooms
- – Clear treatment plans and next steps
- – Collaborative, respectful communication
- – Options that complement conventional care
🏆 We are also proud to have won Best Acupuncture Clinic three years in a row (2023-2025) in the FLX Finest competition, and have over 100 five-star Google reviews.
We understand how disruptive perimenopause can feel, and we’re here to help reduce your symptoms so you feel more grounded and supported.
You can learn more about the other women’s health concerns that we support by clicking here.
Getting Started:
Whether you are newly experiencing symptoms or have been managing them for years, acupuncture can be a helpful addition to your care plan.
The first step is to book a “New Patient Appointment.” During this session, we do an extensive intake and then you receive acupuncture in the same session.
You can book online or contact us with questions at (607) 216-8112 — we’re happy to help you get started.
Serving Seneca Falls and the Finger Lakes:
Our clinic is located in the historic town of Seneca Falls (the inspiration for the movie, It’s a Wonderful Life!) and serves patients from Auburn, Geneva, Waterloo, Skaneateles, and the greater Finger Lakes region.
Call or Text: (607) 216-8112
Email: info@senecafallsacupuncture.com
Address: 12 N. Park St., Seneca Falls, NY 13148
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Want to learn more about the conditions we treat? Visit our Conditions We Treat page.