Menopause - Embrace Acupuncture

Menopause and Perimenopause Acupuncture Melbourne

At Embrace Acupuncture, we understand that Perimenopause and Menopause can be a confusing and confronting time. As hormone levels shift and oestrogen declines, many women face a combination of physical and emotional changes.

Our specialised treatments combine Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and Western medical insight to ease symptoms, restore hormonal balance, and enhance wellbeing.

Whether you're experiencing hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, or disrupted sleep, our Perimenopause and Menopause Acupuncture services in Melbourne offer natural, holistic support through every stage.

How Does Acupuncture Help with Perimenopause and Menopause?

Perimenopause can begin in your late 30s or early 40s and may span several years before menstruation ends and Menopause officially begins. Hormonal fluctuations during this time can lead to symptoms including vasomotor disturbances (like hot flushes), sleep issues, fatigue, dryness, and mood changes.

At Embrace, we start with a detailed consultation, combining traditional Chinese Medicine diagnosis with general pathology and hormone testing. This helps identify underlying imbalances and deficiencies and guides a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Acupuncture for Perimenopause and Menopause may help by:

  • Regulating hormones via the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian (HPO) axis

  • Calming the nervous system to promote deeper sleep

  • Improving circulation to nourish skin and reproductive organs

  • Balancing mood by supporting serotonin and GABA levels

  • Reducing inflammation and internal heat to ease hot flushes and night sweats

Our treatments are personalised and can include both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine to target symptoms such as:

  • Hot flushes and night sweats

  • Low mood, irritability or anxiety

  • Vaginal dryness and thinning skin

  • Brain fog and fatigue

  • Insomnia and restless sleep

As a Perimenopause and Menopause clinic in Melbourne, we create a calming and supportive space where you can prioritise your health, free from judgement or pressure.

Acupuncture for Perimenopause and Menopause Relief

Acupuncture is a natural, drug-free therapy that can help ease common Menopause symptoms and improve overall wellbeing. It can be used alone or in conjunction with HRT medications & patches.

Research shows Acupuncture may:

  • Support mood balance – A 2021 meta-analysis reported improvements in Menopause-related anxiety and depression.

  • Improve sleep – A 2025 systematic review reported Acupuncture may help reduce Menopause-related sleep disturbances.

  • Enhance quality of life – Evidence shows Acupuncture may address a range of symptoms, helping many women feel more balanced and supported during Menopause.

Here are our informative blogs on how to help ease Peri and Menopause.

 

When is the Best Time to Start Perimenopause and Menopause Acupuncture?

The best time to begin is during Perimenopause, when hormone fluctuations start but periods are still occurring. Early treatment can help regulate the body before symptoms intensify. Acupuncture is also effective during Menopause and post-Menopause, especially for persistent symptoms like dryness, anxiety, or low energy.

Most clients benefit from weekly sessions over 6–10 weeks, adjusted based on their response. Herbal medicine may also be used to support hormonal balance between treatments. Whether you’re noticing early changes or are well into the transition, our treatments can bring clarity, comfort, and calm.

 

Why Choose Embrace Acupuncture?

Embrace Acupuncture is your trusted health partner through every stage of life. Our practitioners have extensive experience in Acupuncture for women’s health, and we take time to listen, assess, and create individualised treatment plans that respect your symptoms and lifestyle.

Our dedicated Perimenopause and Menopause clinic in Melbourne offers:

  • Expertise in Acupuncture for Menopause, Perimenopause and hormonal health

  • A collaborative approach that incorporates insights from your GP or specialist

  • Customised Chinese Herbal Medicine to complement treatment

  • A calm, welcoming space that encourages rest and healing

We’re here to support you with the tools, treatments, and knowledge to progress through Menopause with clarity and confidence.

 

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Peri & Menopause FAQ’s

  • That’s completely okay. We specialise in hormonal wellbeing and support clients at every stage of the transition, whether you’ve had a formal diagnosis or not. Our focus is on your symptoms, not the label. Treatments are tailored to how your body is responding now, not just your age or test results.

  • Absolutely. It’s always your choice on whether you want to do a Western Medicine approach or an Integrative Chinese Medicine approach.


    We find herbal medicine relieves symptoms faster than Acupuncture alone and work this around any medication you’re currently taking for the best in complementary care!

  • Most people experience noticeable results within a few sessions.

    We work closely with you to determine the optimal number of treatments before transitioning to the maintenance phase, helping ensure your symptoms don’t return.

  • Yes. Many women continue to experience symptoms like fatigue, dryness, or anxiety after Menopause. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can help support energy, emotional balance, and long-term hormonal health even after the transition.

See even more on our Peri & Menopause blogs