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Testimonials
"Our daughter last year went from being a super confident child to suddenly becoming very anxious. We had to re-locate due to work as a family so she had to move house, school and further away from grandparents. This completely knocked her confidence and she started to get separation anxiety. It became so bad that Sunday nights she would be physically sick, thinking about having to go to school and leave us. Even after the first treatment we started to see a difference and how our daughter began to get emotionally stronger. Now a few treatments on we have our confident little girl back who runs into school without looking back."
- A.L (6 year old girl with anxiety)
"My son was really struggling with his emotions, his feelings of frustration and low self esteem. After just a few sessions transformation could be seen in every aspect. This had a direct and positive impact on our whole family. As a teenager who struggled with learning he needed so much support. Now at 15 he can articulate his own physical body awareness and emotions, it has balanced his moods and his whole approach to life just says ‘happiness’ – it shines from his eyes.."
- R.C (14 year old boy with dyslexia)
"After initial treatments my daughter’s infections reduced in frequency and severity, there was 4 months between her next infection, then 6 months, then a year. During the time she has been treated by Rebecca my daughter has not taken antibiotics."
- A.T (3 year old girl with recurrent UTI)
Paediatric teaching clinic
At the college, we run a student children's acupuncture clinic where babies, children and teenagers are treated by fully qualified acupuncturists studying post-graduate paediatrics. Practitioners and treatments are closely supervised by paediatric acupuncture expert, author and course leader Rebecca Avern.
The children's clinic runs fortnightly for 8 weeks in autumn during the final module of the paediatric diploma. The course of treatments are short but impactful with a strong focus on home guidance, which includes acupressure and massage for parents to support their child in between and after sessions. At the end of the clinical, if a child requires ongoing treatment, they will have the opportunity to continue treatment with another paediatric practitioner.
We see babies, children and teenagers of all ages who may be struggling with physical, behavioural or emotional symptoms. We have seen children...
- who are too anxious to attend school
- who have trouble concentrating or who are hyperactive
- who are struggling with eating disorders or self-harm
- who are having trouble sleeping or bedwetting
- who have tummy aches, chronic coughs or headaches
- who have struggles related to being on the autism spectrum
- who are struggling with a sense of well being or depression
- And many more...
We welcome ALL babies, children and teenagers and will always do our best to help them to thrive.
Acupuncture is so much more than needles and practitioners are taught multiple gentle, non-needle techniques. Tiny, child-friendly needles are used only when a child is comfortable with being needled.
Information and appointments
If you are considering booking your child into the clinic and wish to discuss before making an appointment, you can contact the college (admin@cicm.org.uk) or Rebecca Avern (ravern@cicm.org.uk) for more information or to help make a decision.
To book an appointment call 0118 9508889 or email sstorm@cicm.org.uk
Appointments cost £15
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"I love the teaching at CICM, it is varied, interesting and extremely inspiring and the teachers all have a wealth of experience to draw on.”
Keeley Farrington
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“CICM was suggested by an acupuncturist I know and recommended for its high-quality tuition and professional approach. I knew I wanted to explore a degree course and after my open day experience I knew it had to be CICM.”
Michelle Patrick
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"I recently joined CICM and there are so many things I love about the place. The teachers are genuinely helpful and want us to do well. The place has a calm, harmonic feel and studying has already had a tangible benefit to my lifestyle and health."
Erica Chen
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"I was an electrician before I started studying acupuncture. It might not seem like it but there are overlaps between them, you look at a circuit and work out where the problem is coming from and then rectify it. The difference is with acupuncture I’ll help people to get better!"
Jack Keeping
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"Since embarking on this course, I have been astounded every day by the passion that this subject has sparked in me. I realised very quickly that I was in the right place, doing the right thing. I can only describe it as finally finding my place in the universe and becoming part of something much bigger than myself."
Sally Connelly
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"I wanted to become an acupuncturist as I prefer to use natural remedies which are in line with my faith and cultural background. I have witnessed the profound effects treatment can have on patients. CICM has an excellent reputation and I love the whole package here, especially the staff and supportive teachers."
Bev Holder
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"I appreciated the integrated style of TCM and the five elements as being the most profound way to reach and help people. This was the best possible start to a long acupuncture career that I could possibly wish for."
Bethan Morgan
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"My years at CICM will always hold a special place in my mind. It was like entering Hogwarts. The subjects are mind-expanding, the teachers and tutors really passionate and always keen to answer questions and give guidance. It has transformed me as a person and changed the way I see people, emotions, relationships, disease and health."
Efthymios Fotenios
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The teachers are really supportive and make every effort to tailor how they teach to suit the different styles of students. I like to question things and look at things from different angles - and the teachers have always supported me by being there to answer things by email after class, recommend further reading, or even being there to support me when I set up a Chinese medicine society for the college.
Helen Reid
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The course covers a huge range of topics, angles and perspectives, and whilst so much of it is new, unfamiliar and challenging at times- especially the 'hands on practical aspects- I can’t think of anything else I’d rather be doing, or anywhere else I’d rather be doing it. CICM is a hub of connection, commitment and energy, and something I am honoured to be part of.
Ellie Farnfield
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All of my teachers are practicing therapists with a library of information and experience to reinforce their words and the lectures. I have gained a lot of insight into myself and I often find myself reflecting on what we learned in class and applying it to life. I am recommending the course to everyone I know!
Jacob Marley
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As I was in my late forties I was concerned that I was too old, however the Open Day dispelled any doubts that I had as the age range of students and staff spanned from 18 to 80. The beautiful building was a joy to explore and I felt immersed in the world of Chinese Medicine. It was a cocoon of learning in the heart of Reading and only ten minutes’ walk from the train station.
Samanthan Roderick
