Ear Acupuncture (Auricular Therapy) & Ear Seeds
Stress Relief • Anxiety • Trauma Support • Sleep • Pain
Ear acupuncture — also known as Auricular Therapy — is a powerful, gentle treatment that works by stimulating reflex points on the ear that correspond to every organ and system in the body.
Using tiny seeds, magnets, or light pressure, this therapy helps reset the nervous system, release emotional tension, support deeper sleep, and reduce chronic pain.
It’s highly effective on its own or combined with a full acupuncture session.
What Is Auricular Therapy?
Auricular Therapy is based on the understanding that the ear is a microsystem of the entire body. Stimulating specific ear points sends calming signals through the vagus nerve and brain, helping regulate:
Stress hormones
Emotional processing
Pain pathways
Sleep cycles
Digestion
Heart rate & blood pressure
Hormonal balance
Ear treatments can use:
• Ear seeds (gold, stainless steel, crystal, or vaccaria seeds)
• Magnets
• Gentle manual pressure
• Acupuncture needles (optional)
The NADA Protocol (National Acupuncture Detoxification Association)
A 5-point auricular treatment for stress, trauma & emotional regulation
The NADA protocol is a well-researched, standardized ear acupuncture treatment used in:
Trauma recovery
Emotional balancing
Addiction support
Anxiety reduction
Nervous system regulation
It uses five specific ear points that help with:
Calming the mind
Grounding the body
Emotional resilience
Reducing cravings or compulsive behaviors
Balancing sleep and mood
For clients who prefer no needles, the NADA protocol can be applied with ear seeds for a gentler experience.
Recommended internal links:
For emotional processing and trauma healing, explore: Emotional Trauma Acupuncture
For chronic anxiety and overwhelm, visit: Anxiety & Stress Acupuncture
What Ear Acupuncture Helps With
Emotional & Mental Health
Stress & overwhelm
Generalized anxiety
Emotional trauma
PTSD support
Irritability, mood swings
Racing thoughts / overthinking
Nervous system dysregulation
Sleep & Hormone Support
Insomnia
Difficulty falling or staying asleep
Adrenal fatigue
PMS / hormonal imbalance
Hot flashes & night sweats
Pain & Physical Symptoms
TMJ
Migraines & headaches
Neck tension
Chronic pain
Back pain
Sciatica
Joint pain
Digestive & Metabolic Support
Bloating / IBS
Appetite regulation
Weight loss support
Sugar cravings
Metabolism balance
Other Conditions
Smoking cessation
Grief & emotional heaviness
Nervous habits (jaw clenching, skin picking)
🌼 Why Clients Love Ear Seeds
✔ Gentle & Non-Invasive
Perfect for sensitive clients, children, teens, or anyone afraid of needles.
✔ Continuous Support for Days
Seeds apply light, steady pressure for ongoing symptom relief.
✔ Customizable
Choose from traditional, gold, stainless steel, or Swarovski crystal seeds.
✔ Works Anywhere
Stress relief you can take with you — at work, home, travel, or before sleep.
✔ Complements Full Acupuncture Sessions
Enhances the effects of traditional body acupuncture or can be used alone.
What to Expect in Your Session
Assessment
You’ll receive a personalized evaluation focused on your symptoms, lifestyle, emotional needs, and goals.Ear Mapping
Specific ear points are selected for your condition (NADA available upon request).Application of Ear Seeds or Acupuncture Needles
Gentle, quick, and comfortable.Self-Care Instructions
You’ll learn how to lightly press the seeds at home to continue activating healing points.
Seeds typically stay on for 3–5 days.
