Welcome to Catherine Stone Acupuncture and Massage.

I offer a range of acupuncture and massage treatments in Brighton (central and Hanover).

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Acupuncture (Chinese, Five Elements and sports) – Cupping, gua sha and moxibustion – Sports/remedial massage – Manual lymphatic drainage – Pregnancy massage – Thai massage – Chinese tui na massage

What are the benefits of acupuncture?

  • There are many reasons why people choose acupuncture – the application is wide.  For more information on the evidence base for acupuncture for a range of conditions, you can visit: https://acupuncture.org.uk/about-acupuncture/acupuncture-research/evidence-a-z/
  • It has a grounding in centuries of Chinese medicine wisdom, acknowledging each patient as an individual affected by both external and internal factors.  Practitioners look to address the root cause of any presenting complaints, not just symptoms, for a longer lasting result.
  • The aim is to balance physical and emotional imbalances where they are found, as well as to give lifestyle advice to empower the patient.
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What are the benefits of massage?

Massage has numerous benefits for the body and the mind, as more and more scientific studies indicate.  Even if you do not have any particular issues, treatment will help to relax and refresh your body.

Many believe that massage can help with the following:

  • Alleviation of muscle tension, which can be manifested in tightness or nodules (knots)
  • By stimulating circulation of blood, nutrients, oxygen and lymph, it is argued that the systems of the body are encouraged to work more effectively
  • Improvement of posture, aided by addressing muscle imbalance, assisted stretches and strengthening exercises, and homecare advice
  • Reduces stress levels potentially due to its effects on the autonomic nervous system and blood pressure.
  • Release of the feel-good hormones, endorphins
  • Improvement in the range of motion in joints – e.g. by releasing adhesions and mobilizing the joints
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Nina S
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I’m genuinely disappointed I only started seeing Catherine earlier this year. I wish I’d found her sooner. My osteopath recommended acupuncture after I developed a severe cough that lingered for two months. I had two sessions with Catherine. The cough got slightly worse after the first, but completely disappeared after the second. I was amazed and hooked. Since then, I’ve had a few more acupuncture sessions that have helped with some of my chronic health conditions. I also highly recommend the myofascial release treatments. I’ve had painful trigger points for years, and after just one session with Catherine, I could press on those points without pain for the first time in ages. Sadly, I won’t be able to continue seeing her as she’s relocating to Brighton. But if you’re in the area, you’re lucky; I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. If she weren’t moving away, she’d have a patient for life.
Beth Rowe
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Catherine is a great therapist, very caring and attentive to every detail. After just 3 sessions of acupuncture for my long term shoulder pain it is feeling so much better! Definitely recommend 😄 …
Joy
Whenever possible throughout my adult life (now approaching 70), I have always had massages as I believe in their importance to living a healthy life in general as well as when our body has specific issues. It is from this perspective I say Catherine Stone is the best practitioner I have ever had. I only wish I had found her sooner. An expert in different styles of massage in addition to a background in Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, her deep grounding in and knowledge of these various methods enables her to respond intuitively to what best serves her client's needs at that moment. As a result, decades long arthritic conditions have improved beyond my expectations giving me confidence of movement and the overall experience of 'inhabiting' my body generally is one of increasing freedom and ease. Thank you, Catherine.
Michael Forester
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I’ve had a number of different treatments over the years and Catherine is easily one of, if not the best. Catherine was extremely knowledgeable and responsive to my needs, whilst explaining the root causes and giving recommendations to do outside of the treatment to further improve my issues. As well as effectively treating me. You have been a great help, thank you!
Georgia Johnson
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Catherine has been the most wonderful and attentive therapist during my pregnancy! I’ve had both pregnancy massages and acupuncture and couldn’t recommend both services more! She fixed my back several times - and it genuinely had such a positive impact not only to my physical health but mental health during my last 6 weeks of pregnancy!
Howard Doherty
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I went to see Catherine for her help with some lower back paid I’ve been experiencing, she is incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain each step of the treatment process, as well as giving me some good advice for things I can do at home to help. Her thorough approach and personable nature made me feel completely at ease, and most importantly helped eliminate the back pain I was experiencing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for effective, compassionate acupuncture care!
Nick East
Catherine is an excellent massage therapist and has fixed many back problems for me over the years. She has an exceptional knowledge of the body and really gets to the root cause of problems and sorts it !
Joe Twyman
As someone who take his sport and exercise very seriously, finding a good massage therapist is very important to me. After more than two decades in London and numerous therapists, I can say without hesitation that Catherine is quite simply the best. I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Isobel Clague
Catherine is brilliant. Friendly and professional. Always manages to fit me in and does the best massages! Catherine tailors the massage to the occasion, finding the bits that need work rather than just doing the same thing regardless of what she finds. Great at neck massages too which I have found previous masseurs often weren't good at. Catherine has also advised on stretches that may help too. Thoroughly recommended.
Annabelle
Catherine is an excellent therapist. I have been going to her for 6 months for MLD (manual lymphatic drainage] and have no hesitation in recommending her to other people. She's very knowledgeable and is always really lovely.
Kirsty McCarroll
Catherine is just great. I’ve been going to her for nearly a year now, and I always leave feeling so much better than at the beginning of our session. She has a deep knowledge across a range of massages. She’s very versatile, and receptive to how you’re feeling that particular day and what you might need. Couldn’t recommend her enough.
Juliana Souza
Catherine is friendly and a fantastic therapist! I've had both regular massages and now the pregnancy massage and Catherine never fails to deliver: pain relief and best night of sleep guaranteed after a massage. She is knowledgeable, listen to your concerns and address them putting extra attention in areas of discomfort. I have a really bad low back/hips and she is the only one I trust massaging these areas. I'm such a fan that I can't hear someone complaining of muscular/ back pain without recommending her!
Adja Diakité
Catherine is a great therapist! She is really help me to recover from my back pain and also provided me piece of advise on exercise and posture I should adopt to reduce my pain . I recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist in crouch end area.
Kate Pieroudis
Catherine is a fantastic therapist. I’ve been going to her for years as she’s an expert in a range of techniques and approaches. She’s helped me with all kinds of sports injuries, help managing a curved spine and insomnia. She’s also very empathetic, positive and kind in her approach. Highly recommended
trevor shepherd
Fantastic Massage I always feel like a teenager when she has finished with me, thoroughly recommended!
Katharine Sparks
Catherine is a great masseuse, accommodating and very attentive. She’s also a lot of fun to chat with and an all-round nice person! I have seen significant improvements to my back pain in the time I’ve been seeing her. It’s clear she knows what she’s doing. Would definitely recommend.

Acupuncture and Massage FAQs

You can book online at any time via the Book Now button on the website. If you have questions before booking, you’re welcome to call or email Catherine directly.

Catherine works from two locations in Brighton. The main clinic is at 52 Southampton Street, Brighton BN2 9UT (Hanover). She also sees patients at The Sun Clinic, The Foundry, 1 St. Georges Mews, Brighton BN1 4EU.

The Sun Clinic: Monday 14:00–19:30. Southampton Street: Tuesday 09:00–19:30, Thursday 10:00–19:30, Friday 10:00–19:30, Saturday 10:00–15:00.

Full payment is required if you cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice.

Yes, gift vouchers are available — scroll down to the bottom of this page to purchase: https://cs-acupunctureandmassage.co.uk/prices/.

A 60-minute massage or acupuncture session is £60. A 90-minute session is £80. The initial acupuncture consultation (90 minutes) is £65. Ear acupuncture (30 minutes) is £30, and a 20-minute online consultation is £15.  See more here: https://cs-acupunctureandmassage.co.uk/prices/

Yes. Courses of 6-for-5 are available, valid for six months. Six 60-minute sessions cost £300, and six 90-minute sessions cost £400. Get in touch by ‘phone or email to arrange.

Possibly — it’s worth checking with your provider. Acupuncture is frequently covered by private health plans, and massage coverage is becoming more common too.

New acupuncture patients should book the initial consultation session (90 minutes, £65). This gives Catherine time to understand your health history and carry out your first treatment. Feel free to call or email with any questions beforehand.

Catherine practises Chinese acupuncture, Five Elements acupuncture, sports acupuncture, ear acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, and pregnancy acupuncture. Complementary techniques including cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion are also available.

Catherine offers sports and remedial massage, manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), myofascial release (MFR), pregnancy massage, traditional Thai yoga massage, and Chinese tui na massage.

Yes, and Catherine has extensive experience with pregnancy massage. You will be asked to inform your GP that you are receiving treatment during pregnancy and obtain permission as for acupuncture.  Both are suitable from after the first trimester.

This depends on your individual needs and goals. Catherine will advise you after your initial appointment. Many patients come regularly for maintenance and general wellbeing, while others attend a short course to address a specific issue.

Catherine has a BSc in Acupuncture from the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, a BTEC Level 5 in sports massage, a Level 2 diploma in the Vodder Technique (manual lymphatic drainage), as well as diplomas in tui na, Thai massage, myofascial release and pregnancy massage.  She is a member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) and is registered with MLD UK. She has trained in a wide range of massage and acupuncture modalities and has been practising for many years.

Yes. A 90-minute extended acupuncture with massage session is available for £80, as is a 90-minute massage with cupping session.