Sammy graduated in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in 1995 from LAOM, after which she qualified as a reflexologist in 1996. She later went on to study Reiki, Qi Gong, Tui Na, Japanese acupuncture and macrobiotic nutrition and cooking. She has worked at The Gateway Clinic, a busy NHS clinic, since 1996, where she treats a wide range of conditions. She has a special interest in fertility, gynaecology and obstetrics and she is passionate about supporting couples on their path to parenthood.
Conceive is a specialised acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine clinic, based at The Acupuncture Studios in Belgravia. Kew, East Dulwich, Queen's Park, Islington, , and Hackney
Established in 2007 by acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, Claire Battersby (https://www.conceive.org.uk/claire-battersby), it specialises in male and female infertility, miscarriage, IVF support, pregnancy care, gynaecological disorders and all aspects of women's health.
We have an expert team of dedicated fertility acupuncturists at Conceive, who are here to support you on your fertility journey, and throughout your pregnancy, to birth.
We are able to establish the appropriate treatment for you, taking into account lifestyle, medical history, Western medical test results, menstrual patterns, body basal temperature, environmental toxins, nutritional, structural and emotional health.
Comprehensive preconception advice is given accordingly, and a unique treatment programme can be drawn up to address each patient's individual needs.
An increasing number of gynaecologists and midwives work together with acupuncturists to support their treatment, and acupuncture has become the number one complementary therapy to support and enhance IVF.
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine form the core of our treatment at Conceive. We also offer nutrition, functional medicine, Maya abdominal fertility massage, pregnancy massage, reflexology and fertility coaching (including hypnotherapy, EFT and NLP, to give you a truly integrated service
Nearest public transport:
Victoria station is just a 2-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem keeping connected.