The needles used in acupuncture are not anything like the needles you are used to in a Western medical setting. They are extremely thin- they even bend at the touch. Not only does the placement of these needles not hurt, patients report that the acupuncture treatment itself is relaxing.
But don’t take my word for it – check out what my clients have to say:
Here are videos fom clients who had a fear of needles about why they come for acupuncture
Here are some testimonials from clients who had a fear of needles:
Middle school student becomes comfortable with needles
LCSW overcomes fear of needles