​Trauma-Informed Acupuncture in Brighton & Hove

Acupuncture with Cara Beckinsale
​Cara Beckinsale offers acupuncture treatments in Brighton & Hove at Grey Door Therapy Clinic.
​Cara is an experienced trauma-informed acupuncturist at Grey Door Therapy Clinic in Brighton and Hove, offering a holistic and integrative approach to care. Her treatments are designed to support both physical and mental well-being through personalised acupuncture sessions tailored to each individual.Cara works with a wide range of clients, providing a calm, supportive, and professional environment where people feel safe, heard, and understood.

​A Holistic and Integrative Approach to Acupuncture

Cara combines traditional Chinese medicine with Western biomedical knowledge, allowing her to take a well-rounded and clinically informed approach to treatment.

Her work focuses on:
  • Understanding the whole person, not just symptoms
  • Supporting both physical and emotional health
  • Creating personalised treatment plans
  • Delivering safe, evidence-informed care
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Her approach is particularly effective for those looking for a deeper, more integrated form of support.


​​Training and Qualifications

Cara achieved a First Class qualification after three years of intensive acupuncture training with the Traditional Acupuncture Association, qualifying in 2015.

Her training included:
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  • Comprehensive study of Chinese medicine and acupuncture theory
  • A strong focus on the Five Element system
  • Extensive education in Western biomedicine

This combination allows Cara to work in a way that is both traditional in its foundations and clinically grounded in modern healthcare understanding.

She was also selected for a sponsored advanced training programme in Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncture, completing further study at Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine in Harbin, China. This institution is recognised as one of the leading centres for Chinese medicine worldwide.

​NHS and Integrative Clinical Work

In June 2020, Cara became co-founder and Clinical Director of an acupuncture project designed to support NHS staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This pioneering service was created to help frontline workers manage the physical and emotional impact of intense workloads.

Key outcomes of the project:
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  • Ran for one year
  • 80 percent of participants reported improvement in symptoms

Following its success, Cara and her team were invited to contribute to an integrative trauma project within the NHS. This work involved supporting additional cohorts and further developing her experience in:
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  • Mental health
  • Trauma
  • Stress-related conditions

Areas of Special Interest

Cara has a particular focus on mental health and emotional well-being. She works with clients experiencing:
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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Emotional overwhelm
  • Trauma and trauma-related symptoms

She also enjoys working with sportspeople and active individuals, helping them recover from injury and return to the activities they enjoy.

Cara has a strong interest in complex or long-standing conditions, particularly where previous treatments may not have provided clear answers. She is passionate about acupuncture’s ability to support meaningful, lasting change.

A Personal and Individualised Approach

Cara’s treatments are calm, intuitive, and highly tailored to each individual.

She takes time to understand your full experience, not just the presenting symptoms, ensuring that each session supports your overall well-being.

Her work reflects Grey Door Therapy Clinic’s commitment to:
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  • Safe and professional care
  • Compassionate, client-focused treatment
  • A welcoming and inclusive environment

Sessions and Fees

Appointments are designed to be supportive, relaxed, and centred around your needs.
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  • Acupuncture sessions: £70
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Each session includes time to discuss your symptoms, assess your progress, and deliver a treatment plan that evolves with you.

A Little More About Cara

Outside of the clinic, Cara enjoys a range of activities that support her own wellbeing and sense of balance.

She can often be found:

  • Attending silent discos
  • Hiking and spending time outdoors
  • Taking part in pub quizzes
  • Practising yoga
  • Travelling internationally

Usually with a cup of tea in hand and a soft spot for leopard print.

Book an Appointment with Cara Beckinsale

If you are looking for a holistic, trauma-informed acupuncturist in Brighton and Hove that offers a thoughtful, integrative approach, Cara provides a supportive space to help you move forward.
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Whether you are managing stress, recovering from injury, or seeking a more balanced state of wellbeing, you will be treated with care, professionalism, and attention.
Grey Door Therapy Clinic
First Floor, 36 Blatchington Road
Hove, BN3 3YN

​07950973069
​[email protected]
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