Anxiety can show up in many ways. For example, you may feel racing thoughts, muscle tension, overwhelm, or trouble sleeping. You might also feel “wired but tired,” which makes it hard to relax.
Because of this, many people look for gentle and natural ways to support their nervous system. Acupuncture offers a proven and calming method to help reduce both physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety. In addition, it can support the body without the side effects that often come with medication.
At Triada Health Ottawa, our Registered Acupuncturists provide personalized acupuncture treatments that help calm the mind, relax the body, and rebalance stress-related patterns. Treatment is gentle, restorative, and tailored to your unique symptoms—whether you experience chronic anxiety, work-related stress, or occasional overwhelm.
How Acupuncture Helps Reduce Anxiety
Research shows that acupuncture activates the parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) nervous system, lowers stress hormones, and improves neurotransmitter balance. Many people describe feeling calmer, grounded, and more mentally clear after just a few sessions.
Acupuncture may support:
- Generalized anxiety
- Stress-related tension
- Panic or overwhelm
- Difficulty sleeping
- Nervous system regulation
- Physical symptoms of anxiety (tight chest, jaw tension, digestive upset, etc.)
Unlike medications that may only manage symptoms temporarily, acupuncture helps retrain the nervous system. As a result, your body can respond to stress in a healthier and more balanced way.
What to Expect During an Anxiety Acupuncture Treatment
Your first visit includes a full discussion of symptoms, triggers, sleep, digestion, energy, and emotional patterns.
Treatment is:
✓ Gentle
✓ Relaxing
✓ Customized
✓ Supported with breathwork or acupressure if needed
During your session, you will rest comfortably while tiny needles are placed on points that support stress relief, sleep, digestion, and nervous system regulation. This process is gentle and helps the body shift into a calmer state.
Most patients experience:
- Deep relaxation
- Improved emotional resilience
- Better sleep
- Calmer body and mind
- Reduced physical tension
Acupuncture Points Commonly Used for Anxiety
Your R.Ac. may use points that:
- Reduce sympathetic overactivation
- Regulate the vagus nerve
- Improve sleep and mood
- Release jaw or chest tension
- Support digestion (often affected by stress)
These points help the body shift out of “fight-or-flight” mode.
Meet Your Acupuncturists at Triada Health Ottawa
At Triada Health Ottawa, acupuncture is provided by experienced practitioners who share a calm, compassionate, and patient-centred approach to care. Both Tracey Crocker and Stefanie Manthey create treatment environments that feel safe and comforting. Because of their warm and grounded approach, patients often feel deeply supported during care. This is especially helpful for those seeking treatment for anxiety, stress, facial rejuvenation, TMJ concerns, or other nervous-system-related conditions.
🌿 Tracey Crocker, R.Ac.
Registered Acupuncturist & Clinic Director
Tracey brings a warm, intuitive, and grounding presence to every acupuncture session. With years of experience supporting patients experiencing stress, overwhelm, chronic tension, and emotional dysregulation, Tracey blends her clinical training with a gentle, trauma-informed approach.
Her treatments focus on:
- Anxiety + stress reduction
- Calming overactive nervous system patterns
- TMJ and jaw tension
- Sleep and emotional balance
- Whole-body relaxation + grounding
Tracey’s ability to help patients feel safe, seen, and deeply supported makes her especially well-suited for those seeking acupuncture for anxiety, nervous system dysregulation, and restorative healing.
🌿 Stefanie Manthey, R.Ac.
Registered Acupuncturist
Stefanie is known for her soothing presence, careful listening, and ability to help patients feel instantly at ease. Her acupuncture treatments combine traditional wisdom with modern understanding of stress physiology, making her especially skilled in nervous-system-focused care.
Her clinical interests include:
- Anxiety + stress
- Sleep disturbances
- Facial acupuncture + cosmetic rejuvenation
- Hormonal balance
- Digestive + whole-body wellness
- Jaw tension / TMJ-related symptoms
Stefanie’s gentle, restorative approach makes treatments feel like a reset for both the mind and body — ideal for those seeking emotional balance or natural facial vitality.
A Collaborative, Patient-Centered Approach
Both Tracey and Stefanie share a philosophy of:
- Compassionate, trauma-informed care
- Honouring the mind-body connection
- Treating the root cause of symptoms
- Supporting emotional and physical regulation
- Providing a relaxing, safe, and welcoming environment
Whether you’re receiving acupuncture for anxiety, stress, facial rejuvenation, TMJ, hormonal concerns, or general wellness, you’ll be supported by practitioners who truly care about your comfort and long-term well-being.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Every person responds differently, but many patients feel relief within 1–3 treatments.
A typical plan may include:
- Weekly or bi-weekly sessions for 3–6 weeks
- Gradual tapering as symptoms improve
- Optional maintenance during high-stress times
Your R.Ac. will tailor a plan that fits your needs and schedule.
Book Acupuncture for Anxiety in Ottawa
Whether you’re dealing with chronic anxiety, work-related stress, or emotional overwhelm, acupuncture offers a restorative and natural way to support your mental and physical well-being.
👉 Book an appointment online with one of our Registered Acupuncturists in Nepean, Ottawa.
If you have questions about acupuncture or need help selecting the right practitioner, our administrative team would be happy to assist.
📧 admin@triadahealthottawa.com
📞 613-695-1213