Why Choose Acupuncture with Emma McLoughlin
Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
Treatments tailored to your body, your needs, your pace.
A safe, compassionate space where you’re truly heard.
Based in Stalybridge, trusted by clients across Tameside, Oldham, Saddleworth & Glossop.
Registered with the British Acupuncture Council, so you can claim back the cost of your treatment if you have a private health care plan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Acupuncture is a treatment from Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that uses very fine, sterile needles at specific points in the body.
This helps restore balance, ease symptoms, and support overall wellbeing.Most people find acupuncture very comfortable. The needles are much finer than injection needles and while you may feel a light tingle or warmth, many clients find sessions deeply calming and relaxing.
Yes. I work with clients experiencing fertility challenges, stress and anxiety, chronic pain, hormonal changes, and more.
Treatments are always tailored to your needs with the aim of supporting both body and mind.Yes. I offer gentle, age-appropriate acupuncture for children and adolescents, including those who are neurodiverse.
Parents are always involved and treatments are adapted to each child’s comfort level.
Specialist Areas of Interest
Acupuncture can support many aspects of your health and wellbeing — both physical and emotional. These are the areas I’m especially passionate about. They’re where I see the most impact, and where people often need the most care, clarity, and support:
Acupuncture for Fertility, Hormones & Women’s Health
If you’re trying to conceive, navigating fertility treatment, or dealing with painful or irregular periods, you don’t have to go through it alone. I offer supportive, personalised acupuncture to help regulate hormones, relieve discomfort, and bring clarity to what can feel like an overwhelming time. Treatments are always tailored, and always rooted in care.
Acupuncture for Children & Adolescents
Gentle, non-invasive acupuncture can be a powerful support for children and teens — especially when they’re dealing with things like anxiety, poor sleep, pain, allergies, or emotional overwhelm. I work with children of all ages (including neurodiverse children and teens) to create a calm, welcoming space where they feel safe and in control. Parents are involved every step of the way, and treatment plans are adapted to each child’s comfort level.
Pain Relief & Physical Health Support
Persistent pain can be exhausting! Whether it’s migraines, musculoskeletal pain, or digestive issues, I work to identify the underlying cause and help bring your body back into balance. With regular, personalised sessions, many clients experience long-term relief and a renewed sense of control over their health.
Stress & Anxiety Relief with Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a gentle way to regulate the nervous system and help you feel more settled in your body. If you’re feeling stuck in a cycle of stress, anxiety, or burnout, I offer a calm space where you can feel supported and start to shift into a better rhythm — physically and emotionally. Many clients notice improved sleep, mood, focus, and overall resilience.
Your Local Acupuncturist: Emma McLoughlin
BSc (Hons), LICAC, MBAcC, MAFN
I take time to understand what’s really going on and offer a calm, compassionate approach that meets you where you are. My treatments are always tailored to the person in front of me, using Traditional Chinese Medicine to support the body as a whole and gently guide it back into balance. Whether you’re dealing with stress, chronic pain, hormonal changes or fertility challenges, I offer personalised care that helps you feel heard, supported, and more like yourself again.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach
My treatments are grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine — a holistic, evidence-based system that sees the body as an interconnected whole. This allows me to look beneath surface symptoms and understand the root cause of what's really going on. By supporting both body and mind, I help clients make lasting progress, not just temporary fixes.
“It really does help with the pain relief, I’ll never forget walking back to the car and the pain had gone and I was able to walk with no pain. I would highly recommend Emma and acupuncture.”
- Sheila T
“Emma treated me for my shoulder and upper back pain with massage and acupuncture. She’s very professional and attentive. She has a calming aura around her and her treatment relieved my pain. I would highly recommend Emma!”
- Hannah
“Saw Emma for chronic neck pain. One treatment. Didn’t see the difference for about two weeks and my neck pain has all but vanished. Superb.”
- KG
“I had 1 session with Emma for my back pain and I felt great walking out of clinic. Back pain is completely gone and I still see Emma to make sure it stays away”
- Nathan
“I was sent Emma's number by my friend who had a successful treatment with Emma. I started seeing Emma every week in preparation for my IVF treatment as I’d been told acupuncture can help. I am now in my second trimester of pregnancy after a successful IVF transfer!! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Emma”
- Abbie
“Hi Emma. Just thought I would let you know I am walking on air at the moment. That feeling in my back has gone!!! I feel great at the moment”
- Brenda
TCM Treatments
I offer a range of acupuncture treatments to support your health and wellbeing. Always tailored to your needs, and always rooted in TCM principles.
Fertility, pregnancy & hormonal health
From menstrual support and IVF prep to postnatal care.
Stress & anxiety support
including migraines, musculoskeletal tension, digestive discomfort, and more.
Pain relief
Including migraines, musculoskeletal tension, digestive discomfort, and more.
Cosmetic acupuncture
To improve skin texture, tone, elasticity, and reduce puffiness, acne scarring, and fine lines.
Paediatric & adolescent acupuncture
Age-appropriate, gentle care for physical and emotional concerns.
Relaxation sessions
Combining auricular acupuncture and Gua Sha to reset your system and deeply unwind.