Hi, I’m Alexandra
Illingworth

I am an acupuncturist treating both adults and children. I hold two BSc Honours degrees-in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Loughborough University and in Acupuncture from the Northern College of Acupuncture.

I am a Student Support Tutor at The Northern College of Acupuncture. I also hold a diploma in paediatric acupuncture and non-needle techniques.

Setting up a clinic in Holmfirth has been something I have wanted to do for some time.

I grew up in the area, left to attend university, but when I married and was thinking of starting a family, I knew I wanted to come back to my roots and raise my family in and around the same beautiful place I called home as a child.

Although we met at University in the Midlands, my husband grew up in Holmfirth too! Obviously, my return ‘Holme’ was always inevitable!

Alexandra Illingworth Acupuncture at The Physiotherapy Rooms Holmfirth, treating adults and children from Holmfirth and the  Holme Valley, along with the wider Huddersfield Area.

Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.

– Jim Rohn

Qualifications and philosophy

Background

With a background in pharmaceutical research and development, Alexandra is perfectly placed to integrate the holistic aspect of acupuncture treatment, with any conventional medical treatment patients may be undergoing.

Health & Wellbeing

A long-term advocate of the benefits of maintaining good health and wellbeing, Alexandra is keen to promote the part acupuncture can have in supporting our day-to-day physical and mental health.

Paediatric

With a special interest in paediatric acupuncture, Alexandra also treats babies, children and teenagers. Children are often happy to try needles, but if they are not, other techniques are available. If you are unsure if paediatric acupuncture is the right treatment for you child, please call the clinic to arrange a free 15min discovery call.  

What my patients
have to say

“Alex has helped me immensely."

She is always kind, approachable, and non judgemental. Alex has made amendments for me as a person. Acupuncture has been the most effective treatment for anxiety and depression that I have ever used. It has also helped a lot with sinusitus. I would and have recommended Alex to friends and family. Ruth Robinson

“I couldn’t recommend Alexandra enough.”

I’ve been to her a few times now and have regular appointments. In the last few years I have been diagnosed with a few chronic illnesses and I hadn’t thought of trying acupuncture to help these until I met Alex. Since seeing Alex and receiving treatment, all of my symptoms are beginning to decrease - I suffer with anxiety, chronic widespread pain, headaches, tinnitus, dizziness, facial nerve pain and I am seeing a difference. Alex is highly skilled in her field of work, she makes you feel relaxed and emotionally safe to be able to discuss your problems, she is kind and caring and cannot do enough to help me. Not only is the treatment working but being able to talk about things that cause my anxiety has been amazing to help me deal with things better. I am grateful our paths crossed as she has helped me so much already, I look forward to feeling even better in the future with her help. Joanne Gillard

“Alex was amazing with my 8 year old.”

I recently took my very nervous eight year old daughter to Alex for treatment. Alex was amazing with her, calm, reassuring and she explained everything to us first, as well as letting us know that there are other treatment approaches such as tuina that can be used instead of needling. Although my daughter was worried about the needles, she did let Alex do a few points and she came out of the session smiling and asked when we were going back. I highly recommend Alexandra Illingworth Acupuncture. Elizabeth Earley

“I can’t recommend the service given by Alex enough.”

She has helped me so much with aching knees which I have had for years. Also has helped and continues to help with my hot flushes which I suffer as a result of the menopause. Really enjoy my appointments, relaxing and very comfortable and Alex is great. Give it a go you won’t regret it.. Sue Quinn

Would you be
interested in
learning more?

If you are unsure if acupuncture is the right treatment for you or your child, I would be happy to answer your questions in a FREE 15min telephone appointment.