Acupuncture for Perimenopause

Perimenopause is having a moment. Whether you’re 35, 45, or somewhere in between, you may be asking yourself: Is this Perimenopause? Could it explain your sleep issues, brain fog, hair thinning, and sudden mood swings? You’re not alone.

Perimenopause is a dynamic, transitional phase leading up to menopause, and it can span anywhere from one year to several. For some, it unfolds gradually; for others, it seems to arrive overnight. And no matter how it shows up, this stage of life brings significant hormonal shifts that can impact your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

The good news? There’s a lot you can do to feel supported, grounded, and informed. It’s an opportunity to listen to your body, meet its new needs, and build habits that support you through this transition and for your long-term health. At West End Acupuncture in Portland, Maine, we provide personalized, holistic care to help you navigate these changes with greater comfort and clarity. Whether you’re experiencing hot flashes and night sweats, fatigue, or cycle irregularities, acupuncture for perimenopause can make a meaningful difference.

How Acupuncture Can Help Perimenopause Symptoms

Acupuncture is a safe and effective therapy that helps your body’s natural ability to regulate itself. By calming the nervous system, improving circulation, and influencing hormonal feedback loops, acupuncture can help:

• Balance mood and reduce anxiety or irritability

• Improve sleep quality and minimize night waking

• Ease hot flashes and support temperature regulation

• Boost energy and mental clarity

• Support cycle regulation and relieve PMS symptoms

• Promote overall well-being throughout hormonal shifts

These benefits are cumulative. While you may notice a difference after your first session, regular treatments help stabilize symptoms over time. Interested in how acupuncture can support perimenopause? Book a session or get in touch to learn more.

Common Perimenopausal Symptoms We Treat

Hormonal shifts can affect nearly every system in the body. Patients often seek support for:

• Sleep disturbances

• Fatigue or low energy

• Hot flashes and night sweats

• Anxiety, mood swings, and irritability

• Irregular, heavy, or painful periods

• Brain fog or lack of focus

• Digestive changes and bloating

• Skin sensitivity and hair thinning

What to Expect from Acupuncture Treatment

At West End Acupuncture, Justine offers a root-cause approach to hormonal health. Your personalized treatment plan may include:

• A comprehensive intake to understand your symptoms and health history

• Targeted acupuncture to calm the nervous system, enhance circulation and support endocrine function

• Nutritional and lifestyle recommendations to support hormone metabolism and overall wellness

• Optional herbal or supplement guidance tailored to your needs

My goal is to help you feel like yourself again, with more stability, less discomfort, and confidence to navigate perimenopausal changes.

Interested in how Acupuncture Can Help your Perimenopausal Experience?

Schedule your first session or contact us to learn more!