Women’s Health & Fertility Acupuncture in Thousand Oaks, CA
Serving Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Newbury Park, and the Conejo Valley.
Support for every season of womanhood, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine and guided by modern, integrative care.
A Whole-Body Approach to Women’s Wellness
Women’s health concerns often show up as patterns, changes in energy, mood, sleep, digestion, cycle comfort, or stress sensitivity. For many people, symptoms intensify during high-stress periods, major life transitions, or when rest and recovery are limited. Our approach looks beyond a single symptom and focuses on supporting the whole system.
Traditional Chinese Medicine views health as balance and rhythm. Acupuncture is commonly used as supportive care to help regulate stress responses, encourage healthy circulation, and support the body’s natural regulatory processes. Depending on your needs, care may also include nutrition guidance, lifestyle coaching, and herbal support when appropriate, always tailored to your body and your goals.
Support for cycle comfort, PMS patterns, and hormonal transitions
Care that considers stress, sleep, digestion, and daily rhythm
A calm, respectful space where you feel heard
Chronic Pain Care That Listens
Cycle, PMS & Monthly Comfort Support
Hormonal Transition Support
Fertility Acupuncture & Embryo Transfer Support
Common Women’s Health Concerns We Support
We commonly support patients experiencing:
PMS-related mood shifts, fatigue, or monthly discomfort
PMS can affect mood, energy, and comfort in the days before your period. Care focuses on supporting steadier symptoms and a calmer monthly rhythm.
Irregular or uncomfortable cycle patterns
When cycles feel unpredictable or physically uncomfortable, it can impact daily life. We support healthier rhythm and more manageable patterns over time.
Stress-related hormonal flare patterns
Stress can amplify hormonal symptoms and make flare-ups feel stronger. Treatment supports nervous system regulation and reduces overall reactivity.
Sleep disruption connected to hormonal changes
Hormonal shifts can make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. We aim to support relaxation and more consistent rest.
Perimenopause /menopause transition support
Transitions can bring hot flashes, mood changes, and shifting energy. Our approach supports comfort and balance as your body adapts.
Digestive or energy changes that vary with cycle or stress
Many people notice bloating, appetite shifts, or fatigue around certain times of the month. We take a whole-body approach to support steadier day-to-day balance.
Fertility support (natural trying-to-conceive, IUI/IVF support)
Many patients use acupuncture as supportive care while trying to conceive on their own or alongside fertility treatment. Plans are individualized and designed to support calm, resilience, and overall well-being.
Embryo transfer support appointments (timed supportive sessions)
These are carefully timed sessions often used around transfer days to support relaxation and comfort during a high-stress window. Outcomes vary and are never guaranteed.
What to Expect: Women’s Health Care Step by Step
Understand Your Timeline and Goals
We start with your history: cycle patterns, symptoms, sleep, stress load, digestion, energy, and lifestyle. For fertility support, we also review your general timeline and your current care plan (if you’re working with a fertility clinic).
Practical Support Between Visits
You’ll receive realistic guidance you can use, sleep routines, stress tools, nutrition and hydration strategies, and simple daily habits that support steadier rhythms (without overwhelming you).
Gentle, Individualized Treatment
Acupuncture is typically gentle. Points are selected to support regulation, comfort, and resilience, based on how your body is presenting. Treatment is always adapted to your comfort level.
Track Changes and Adjust Over Time
We track real outcomes, sleep quality, energy, mood steadiness, cycle comfort, and stress reactivity. Care plans adjust as your needs shift from month to month or through different life stages.
Care That Respects Your Body and Your Story
Ready to Feel More Supported?
If you’re navigating cycle concerns, hormonal transitions, or fertility support, we’re here to help with compassionate, individualized care. Dr. Pontea Hariri, DAcCHM, L.Ac. provides women’s health and fertility-focused acupuncture in Thousand Oaks, serving patients across the Conejo Valley and Greater Los Angeles.
Appointments: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays (9am–5pm)
Phone: (818) 232-8432 | Email: haririacupunctureandwellness@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Can acupuncture guarantee pregnancy
No. Acupuncture can be supportive, but outcomes vary and cannot be guaranteed.
When should I schedule acupuncture around embryo transfer
Many people schedule supportive sessions around their transfer timeline based on their clinic plan and availability. We can coordinate timing once you share your schedule.
Is this a substitute for fertility care
No. Acupuncture is supportive and can be used alongside your fertility specialist’s plan.