“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”
NADA 5-Point Protocol
Detoxing from any addiction is emotionally and physically taxing for the addict. Ear acupuncture is administered at early stages of recovery to reduce anxiety, reduce physical pain, build immunity, as well as rid the body of toxins. Stimulation of the cranial nerves in the ear directly signals the brain to start producing hormones like endorphins and dopamine, which regulate a sense of normality and an overall wellness in the body.
The use of ear acupuncture to facilitate drug and alcohol detoxification dates back to 1972, in Hong Kong and owing to its successful application, has been picked up by The World Health Organization and the U.S. National Institute of Health.
It has been scientifically proven that the time-honored approach of treating disease with acupuncture can help reduce cravings for alcohol and drugs, including nicotine. Acupuncture can also minimize withdrawal symptoms, increase calmness, promote better sleep, reduce agitation, result in less need for pharmaceuticals, and improve the overall prognosis for sobriety.
At Lake View Psychotherapy, Sherry R. Sigafoos, LPC, LMFT, LSATP and James Allen, MD are Certified National Acupuncture Detoxification Association specialists. We are trained in the NADA 5-Point Auricular Protocol, which can help you recover from addiction and restore physical, emotional and psychological well-being, particularly when combined with psychotherapy and other recovery efforts.
