Acupuncture and Chinese medicine in Zurich – in English
More Than 25 Years of Experience with TCM in Zurich
Are you looking for a TCM practice in Zurich where someone takes time for you? For more than 25 years I have been treating patients in Zurich-Albisrieden (District 9) with acupuncture, Tuina massage and Chinese herbal medicine – personally, calmly and tailored to your complaints. As a naturopath TCM with the Swiss federal diploma, I am recognised by the EMR and NVS; most health insurers cover treatment through supplementary insurance. From the city centre you can reach me by tram 3 in about 15 minutes; Altstetten, Höngg and Wiedikon are right next door.
Your First Appointment: What to Expect in the First 90 Minutes
The first step towards relief begins with a detailed initial consultation (medical history). In the first 90 minutes we take time to look not only at your current symptoms but at your whole state of health in terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This includes:
- An in-depth conversation about your medical history, lifestyle and goals.
- The classic pulse and tongue diagnosis, to determine the inner energetic pattern (e.g. blocked energy or states of deficiency) precisely.
- A first individual treatment (e.g. acupuncture, Tuina massage or discussing initial dietary recommendations and herbal formulas), so that you experience the therapeutic effect straight away.
Complaints I Treat in My Practice in Zurich
Allergies & respiratory tract (e.g. hay fever, pollen allergy, asthma, chronic sinusitis, skin rashes) TCM for allergies and hay fever
Exhaustion & sleep (e.g. chronic fatigue, states of exhaustion/tendency to burnout, sleep disorders, inner restlessness) TCM for burnout and exhaustion
Women’s health & cycle (e.g. menstrual complaints, irregular cycles, menopausal complaints, wish to have children) TCM for menstrual complaints · TCM during menopause
Skin conditions & atopic dermatitis (e.g. atopic dermatitis, acne, eczema, psoriasis) TCM for skin conditions
Immune system & susceptibility to infections (e.g. frequent colds, general strengthening of the body’s defences) Strengthening the immune system with TCM
Inner restlessness & stress (e.g. nervousness, feeling driven, difficulty concentrating) TCM for inner restlessness and stress
Headaches & migraine (e.g. tension headaches, chronic migraine attacks) Acupuncture for migraine and headaches
Sleep disorders (e.g. difficulty falling or staying asleep, waking at night) TCM for sleep disorders
Pain & musculoskeletal system (e.g. back and neck pain, joint pain, sports injuries, sciatica) TCM for musculoskeletal pain
Digestion & gastrointestinal tract (e.g. irritable bowel syndrome, chronic digestive complaints, heartburn, bloating) TCM for digestive complaints
First appointment & diagnosis Detailed medical history and first treatment (approx. 90 min.) Price: CHF 225.–
TCM follow-up treatment Individual therapy such as acupuncture or massage (60 min.) Price: CHF 150.–
Billing is according to tariff 590. Most health insurers cover the costs through supplementary insurance.
In my practice for TCM and acupuncture in Zurich Albisrieden you as a person are at the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does health insurance pay for the treatment?
Yes. As a naturopath (TCM) with the Swiss federal diploma and with my quality labels (EMR, NVS), treatments for classic massage and TCM therapies are recognised by the vast majority of Swiss supplementary insurance plans for complementary medicine. It is best to check briefly with your health insurer in advance.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No. You can book an appointment at my practice in Albisrieden directly, without a doctor’s referral.
Does acupuncture hurt?
A little – but differently from what most people expect: a short, fine prick, often just a pulling sensation that fades again straight away. I have described exactly how the needles feel and how you can have a say during the session on the acupuncture page.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions is very individual and depends on your personal healing process. In my more than 25 years of practice I have learned that full transparency about procedure and fees is the basis for treatment built on trust.
With acute complaints, a clear improvement often shows after just 3 to 5 appointments. For chronic or more complex issues, we usually plan a series of 10 to 12 sessions. Depending on the individual situation, however, more appointments may also be useful to secure a truly lasting result. We discuss your progress and the next steps together after each treatment.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Do you also treat children and adolescents?
Chinese medicine has treatments for every age, right down to babies. In my practice, however, I only use acupuncture from about 12 to 13 years of age – and only if the young person wants it themselves.
If the parents like the idea of the treatment and the child merely puts up with it, I do not do it. It does little for recovery, and anyone who has such an experience as a child hardly ever turns to it again as an adult – not even when it would do them good.
For younger children and for anyone who does not want needles, Chinese herbal therapy is a full alternative. I put together the formula to suit age and complaints.
Can I be treated in French, English, Spanish or Italian?
What can TCM not do?
It cannot replace emergency care, cannot repair damaged structures and cannot resolve chronic patterns in two sessions. I have written openly about where my work reaches its limits, when I first send you for a medical check-up and when I stop a treatment: What Chinese medicine cannot do.
As a naturopath TCM with the Swiss federal diploma, I support you holistically in Zurich West with acupuncture, Tuina massage, Chinese herbal medicines and dietary advice.