As an acupuncturist and hypnotherapist, my goal is to act as a catalyst for positive change in every patient. I specialize in a unique treatment that I refer to as "hypnoacupuncture," which is a combination of acupuncture and hypnotherapy. Combining the power of hypnosis with acupuncture has proven to create treatments that are effective on all levels: physical, mental, and emotional. Many patients describe these sessions as life-altering, and find them to be more deeply relaxing than anything they have ever experienced before. I treat many patients for weight-loss and smoking cessation, but I have found that these combination sessions of hypnosis and acupuncture can benefit endless issues, including depression, anxiety, and insomnia. At Healing Point Therapeutics, my mission is to have every patient leave the treatment table prepared to reach their highest potential in health and well-being.

Chinese medicine gave life-changing relief and put into remission auto-immune digestive issues for loved ones when there were experiencing severe painful flare ups. Because of the profound influence Chinese Medicine has had on my life, I am drawn to and attract patients that have chronic issues where their is an auto-immune, hormone imbalance component. I complement Chinese Medicine with my post graduate training in Functional Medicine to develop the best treatment plan for my patient. Any combination of Acupuncture, Herbs, breath techniques, whole food nutrition, Young Living Essential Oils may be used in your treatment plan.

Serving NNY and beyond

Damian McCleod is a NY state licensed acupuncturist and has a Masters of Science Degree in Acupuncture from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). Damian’s introduction to the actual practice of acupuncture came after having undergone his second reconstructive knee surgery. At the suggestion of his fellow martial artist and graduate of PCOM, he started receiving acupuncture treatments at the college’s clinic. After having first hand proof of the power of acupuncture, he dedicated himself to the pursuit of Chinese Medicine.

A major influence in his studies came from the martial arts, which he has been a practitioner of since 1993. Damian currently works with martial artist and other athletes in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, with a focus knee pain.

Part of Damian’s philosophy on medicine stems from his undergraduate education; he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. His view is, understanding the complex is a matter of having a firm grasp of the fundamentals. Whether you are creating a detailed painting or addressing a patient’s illness, seek out the underlying nature of what it is you’re observing – then you will know how to proceed.

I have been in practice for more than twenty-five years and treat a wide range of disorders from gastrointestinal to musculoskeletal. I treat one person at a time, taking whatever time is required. I like to establish trust and rapport in a comfortable setting. I answer all questions that I can and give explanations for how I have arrived at the treatment I recommend. Massage is often included in the treatment.