About Us

Deb and Al have been in practice fo over 20 years. They specialise in Fertility and Pregnancy and have had a helping hand in seeing hundreds of babies make their way into the world. Al also specialises in treating Stress and Anxiety. They are both long term members of The British Acupuncture Council. Deb and Al met whilst studying acupuncture and are married with grown up kids.

Deb Heberlet  –  (MSc, LicAC, MBAcC)- Deb now specialises exclusively in fertility (for women and men) and pregnancy. Her first degree is in Psychology, which she taught, and also used in therapeutic settings . She has done extensive post grad acupuncture training in fertility, gynaecology and pregnancy. She previously worked internationally as an environmental campaigner, and established a women’s network among young activist women in Europe .

Al Hessari – (LicAc, MBAcC, BAHons) – Al specialises in fertility, and stress and anxiety. He previously worked as a Social Worker with people with mental health problems. Al has been the acupuncturist at Staff Support Services in Swindon, providing acupuncture to NHS, Social Services and Education employees. He was the acupuncturist at the Terrence Higgins Trust Bristol for 2 years.

Deb and Al belong to The British Acupuncture Council , the major professional body for highly trained acupuncturists. They have undergone a vigorous three and a half year training in Chinese Medicine , alongside a comprehensive education in Western Medicine at The College of Integrated Chinese Medicine. They practice TCM and 5 Element Acupuncture.

Bristol Acupuncture Practice have 2 clinics : one in South Bristol , BS3 ; and one  in North Bristol, both with easy parking.

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