A first acupuncture visit for anxiety and panic attacks
27 October 2026 · Dr. Jay Purtill
If you are in Cape Town and seeking relief from anxiety and panic attacks, your first visit to Cape Town Acupuncture in Hout Bay will involve a thorough consultation. Dr Jay Purtill uses traditional Chinese medicine techniques including tongue and pulse diagnosis to understand your condition before starting treatment.
Initial Consultation and Diagnosis
Your first appointment begins with a detailed consultation where Dr Purtill discusses your symptoms and medical history. He then performs tongue and pulse diagnosis to identify the root pattern of your anxiety or panic attacks according to traditional Chinese medicine.
Treatment Methods
Following diagnosis, treatment may include acupuncture using sterilised, single-use stainless steel needles, cupping, and/or Chinese herbal medicine. These treatments aim to restore balance and address the underlying causes of your symptoms.
Personalised Treatment Plan
After assessing your condition, Dr Purtill outlines a treatment plan tailored to your needs. This plan guides your ongoing care to support symptom relief and overall wellbeing.
Book at the Hout Bay clinic, or at home
In-practice sessions are R750. Outcalls across Cape Town are R1800. Herbal formulas are prescribed when they are needed.
Book on WhatsAppThis describes how the practice approaches this. It is not a personal diagnosis. Tell Dr Purtill about any care or medication you are already receiving.
Frequently asked questions
What happens during the first acupuncture visit for anxiety at Cape Town Acupuncture?
The first visit includes a consultation, tongue and pulse diagnosis, followed by acupuncture, cupping, or herbal medicine to address the root cause of anxiety.
Are the acupuncture needles safe and sterile at Cape Town Acupuncture?
Yes, the practice uses stainless steel needles that are sterilised and single-use to ensure safety and hygiene.
Who is the practitioner at Cape Town Acupuncture in Hout Bay?
Dr Jay Purtill, who trained in China and is registered with the CMA, provides acupuncture, cupping, and herbal treatments at the clinic.