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Through friends, I was introduced to acupuncture and treated for hay fever. Years later, a friend gave me excellent references for Ellen Olie, in case I wanted to see an acupuncturist again.

Choosing Acupuncture Again
I have always been interested in Chinese philosophy and medicine, and I have many people around me who are involved in it. Including Tai Chi and QI Qong. Acupuncture helped me with my hay fever, so when I developed other symptoms and didn't get any further with my GP, I immediately chose acupuncture again and made an appointment with Ellen.

All Vague Symptoms
I went to Ellen because of a severe itchy rash on my stomach and very painful feet due to retaining water. She immediately linked that to menopausal symptoms and asked me various questions about other possible symptoms. Stabbing pain in my left breast, dizziness, sleep disorders, seeing stars, foggy brain, depression, and panic attacks; all vague symptoms that I had not connected to menopause myself, but which were indeed related. After six treatments, most of the symptoms were largely gone.

A Clear Mind
I have been seeing Ellen for about three years now. In phases; when I have severe symptoms, I make another appointment. And that's also what Ellen indicates, I don't feel obligated to go. So earlier this year, I did hormone therapy through my GP for my foggy brain. However, I experienced so many side effects from that medication that I returned to treatment with Ellen. Since then, my mind has been much clearer, I make fewer mistakes at work, and I don't have to run around with notes all the time.

I Feel Heard
Ellen takes her time, listens well, and asks good questions. She tells you what she is going to do, documents everything well and thoroughly, and also consults in between. It always starts with a conversation about how you are doing, what is going well, and where it can be improved. During the treatment, she makes it as comfortable as possible for you; whether or not to have light/music/warm lamp on. I feel very heard and seen and always come out completely relaxed. Sometimes I can already feel what it does during the treatment when she places a needle somewhere. Small needles that do not go deep into your body, but cause flows and tingling. I find that very special and amazing.

A Great Gift
It is a pity that menopausal symptoms are still neglected in Western medicine. It can limit me so much that I cannot function normally, privately and in my work. That is why acupuncture is a great gift; it means a lot to me.
I would like to invite everyone to explore if it brings you something. I am aware that it can be different for everyone, but just give it a try. Acupuncture can give you a great balance in areas where you are lacking.

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