Inner Compass Acupuncture and Integrative Health is dedicated to using Traditional Chinese Medicine to promote health, wellness, and education by combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, eastern nutrition, and Chinese massage (Tui Na). We value and practice a true integrative model, working with the mind and body as one.

At Community Acupuncture Clinic Boulder we are certified and licensed Acupuncturists and Herbalists. Our work is focused on identifying and supporting the body’s own healing potential to work at its optimum through Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, CranioSacral Therapy, and Nutritional Counseling.

Offering affordable alternative care for Women and Children
-nourishing treatments including Pain/Fatigue relief, Facial Rejuvenation, Cellulite Care, Custom Herbal Formulas, and more using Acupuncture, Massage/Cupping, Yoga Therapy, Essential Oils, Nutrition and Herbal counseling!
-playful, engaging Kids' treatments including non-needle Acupuncture, herbal glycerines, and Self-Care education

"I would not hesitate to recommend acupuncture generally, and Tom in particular as he is a sensitive and gentle practitioner."

J.C. - London

Tom is a fully qualified member of the British Acupuncture Council, and practices acupuncture and tuina massage in Bristol. He runs private practices from Breathe Bristol, and the Natural Health Clinic, as well as a low-cost clinic from the same venue. He also works as an associate acupuncturist at Penny Brohn Cancer Care's Treatment Support Clinic.

Tom began his training in Chinese medicine in 2004, embarking on a 3 year full-time degree course at the University of Westminster. During his training, he treated the public in the University of Westminster Polyclinic, and the NHS Gateway clinic in Clapham.
He now enjoys treating a wide variety of patients and conditions, and regularly attends advanced training courses. These have included tuina (Chinese massage); pregnancy and childbirth; traditional pulse diagnosis; treating various kinds of physical pain and many more. In recent years, he has been studying advanced Classical acupuncture and bodywork techniques with the Association of Traditional Studies, and the Xinglin Institute.

Tom and his wife Kate - both ex-BBC employees - also produce videos and multi-media projects, mainly relating to acupuncture. Examples include the popular Manual of Acupuncture software - a training aid for students - and the Acupressure for Natural Pain Relief in Labour DVD, which Tom co-presents with Debra Betts.

If you've been wanting to try acupuncture but are squeamish around needles, then Japanese acupuncture is a great way to start. The Japanese variety utilizes finer needles - barely thicker than a human hair. Instead of relying on a chart, more emphasis is placed on touch and palpation to find the correct insertion points. We also do front and back treatments to promote balance of the whole body. I understand the importance of spending extra time with my patients so that we all receive the love and care we deserve.
We are here to aid in your healing process through: Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion, Massage therapy, Fire cupping, Nutritional advice, and Reiki.