Acupuncture

Private acupuncture sessions offer one-on-one care in a quiet room tailored to your specific health goals. Using fine, sterile needles placed at precise points on the body, acupuncture helps relieve pain, reduce stress, improve sleep, balance hormones, and support your body’s natural healing response. Your session may also include cupping, gua sha, or herbal recommendations if appropriate.


Fertility Acupuncture

Fertility acupuncture is a gentle, natural approach to support your reproductive health and optimize your chances of conception. Whether you're trying to conceive naturally or undergoing assisted treatments like IUI or IVF, acupuncture can help regulate cycles, improve blood flow, balance hormones, and reduce stress. Each session is tailored to your unique needs and stage of the fertility journey.


Cosmetic Acupuncture/Microneedling

Cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling are natural, non-invasive treatments designed to improve skin tone, texture, and radiance. Cosmetic acupuncture uses fine needles to increase circulation and collagen production, while microneedling gently stimulates the skin to encourage renewal. These treatments support healthy aging, reduce fine lines, and promote a glow that comes from within. Each ses... Read More

Cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling are natural, non-invasive treatments designed to improve skin tone, texture, and radiance. Cosmetic acupuncture uses fine needles to increase circulation and collagen production, while microneedling gently stimulates the skin to encourage renewal. These treatments support healthy aging, reduce fine lines, and promote a glow that comes from within. Each session includes facial acupuncture and may incorporate LED light therapy or gua sha for added benefits.


Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a holistic framework for understanding and treating health concerns. In this consultation, we’ll explore your symptoms, lifestyle, and patterns to create a customized plan that may include acupuncture, Chinese herbs, dietary guidance, or other gentle techniques. This is a great option for new patients or those seeking support beyond physical symptoms.


Community Clinic

Our community clinic offers affordable acupuncture in a quiet, shared space using a sliding-scale payment system ($40–$60 per session). You'll receive gentle, effective care while resting comfortably in a recliner, fully clothed. This model allows for more frequent treatments, which can improve results—especially for chronic pain, stress, or ongoing health concerns. Everyone is welcome, and you... Read More

Our community clinic offers affordable acupuncture in a quiet, shared space using a sliding-scale payment system ($40–$60 per session). You'll receive gentle, effective care while resting comfortably in a recliner, fully clothed. This model allows for more frequent treatments, which can improve results—especially for chronic pain, stress, or ongoing health concerns. Everyone is welcome, and you choose what you pay within the scale—no questions asked.

Alison Larmee Born, L.Ac., MSOM has been practicing in Wilmington since 2006 and is the visionary founder of Cape Fear Community Acupuncture—bringing the area’s first sliding‑scale clinic to the community.

A dedicated herbalist and licensed acupuncturist, Alison holds a Master’s in Oriental Medicine and is board-certified in reproductive acupuncture—the only practitioner in Southeastern North Carolina with this credential from the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine.

She combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, whole-person approach, supporting clients through pain, stress, fertility, and overall wellness.

Alison Larmee Born, L.Ac., MSOM has been practicing in Wilmington since 2006 and is the visionary... Read More

Emily Fullerton, L.Ac. is a dedicated Master of Acupuncture at Cape Fear Acupuncture committed to forming healing partnerships based on empowerment and self-awareness .

With a compassionate, whole-person approach, she focuses her clinical expertise on chronic and acute pain, mental health, sleep disorders, and addiction recovery . Emily is deeply passionate about guiding clients in their healing journeys—whether they’re new to acupuncture or looking for ongoing support.

Emily Fullerton, L.Ac. is a dedicated Master of Acupuncture at Cape Fear Acupuncture committed to... Read More

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