We have curated a diverse panel of experts ranging from traditional lineage holders to modern evidence-based researchers, ready to share decades of wisdom.
Chris presents the ARA’s supportive mission and values, while providing practitioners with practical strategies to better identify, understand, and effectively support clients facing various emotional issues in clinical practice.
Claire’s session explores holistic menopause management, highlighting how integrating acupuncture, nutrition, and functional medicine helps manage symptoms, enhance vitality, and empowers women to navigate midlife transitions with confidence and wellbeing.
Jamie reflects on his 35-year journey to explore acupuncture’s miraculous potential. He examines how practitioners can explain, replicate, and embrace the healing magic that often surpasses conventional expectations and understanding.
John shares insights from long-term research with Oxford University on Qigong for chronic pain. This interactive session demonstrates accessible movements and principles, highlighting the approach’s growing credibility and impact.
Dr. Ye presents Xunzhen Meridian Palpation Therapeutics, using clinical cases of skin disorders to illustrate a new differential diagnostic method for effectively treating complicated dermatological conditions and complex clinical issues.
Dr. Thopchen introduces Tibetan Medicine’s holistic approach for the “Year of Compassion.” He explores integrating spiritual practices and ancient wisdom to cultivate balance, compassion, and well-being in daily life.
Prof. Dr. Wang examines the biological and neurological mechanisms underpinning scalp acupuncture, offering insights into its clinical applications for effectively treating a range of brain-related disorders and understanding its therapeutic impact.
Gerad explores the transformational power of Five-Element Acupuncture, explaining how restoring balance alleviates symptoms while empowering individuals with the personal agency needed to truly transform and thrive in life.
Katie Ward explores the vital connection between regenerated soils and gut health. She explains how microbes support immunity and digestion, highlighting their essential role in personal health and sustainable farming systems.
Jidong Wu presents Fu’s Subcutaneous Needling (FSN), a modern therapy using modified needles in the subcutaneous layer. This painless technique treats musculoskeletal conditions, delivering almost instant relief for acute pain.
In this session, Katie O’Connell introduces the fascinating world of medicinal mushrooms and how they can be used safely, effectively and confidently in modern clinical practice.
Marek introduces the work of Dr Yoshio Manaka, exploring his octahedral model, palpation based diagnosis, four stage treatment protocol and the practical use of ion pumping cords through explanation, demonstration and discussion.
Laura’s workshop introduces the foundations of gut microbiome analysis, demonstrating how comprehensive metagenomic testing can provide clinical clarity for complex cases and inform targeted diet and lifestyle strategies to enhance acupuncture outcomes.
Dr. Martin introduces “The Six Essentials,” a streamlined system of six herbal formulas designed for the non-herbalist practitioner. He explains how to apply these classical prescriptions to modern Western constitutions, safely addressing 75% of everyday clinical presentations.
Sedatelec and The College of Auricular Acupuncture are partnering to present the foundations of Dr. Paul Nogier’s groundbreaking microsystem discovery and its wide-ranging clinical applications.