Testimonials
WHIPLASH & RELAXATION
I wasn't familiar with acupuncture before I had a treatment with Cliona from Shenglow. I could not have felt in better hands for my introduction to acupuncture. She was gentle and confident and her knowledge was really reassuring and impressive. I was very surprised by the effect that the treatment had on me. I suffer from neck pain and whiplash and I could instantly feel the muscles in this problem area relax when the treatment began. I am a business owner with a team of 20 staff members and I usually I struggle to find time to look after my needs- I was delighted that I could fit in an acupuncture session so smoothly into my day and go back to work feeling refreshed, relaxed and completely energized. After feeling the profound affects that these treatments had on me I was completely hooked and have not looked back! I really appreciate how my stress levels have reduced and how being in Cliona’s expert hands has made my working day a much more positive experience. Thanks to Shenglow!
Aoifeaine de Barra, Director Himalaya Yoga Valley Centre.
KNEE INJURY
Having developed a daily dependency on over-the –counter pain relief medication for a knee injury, I decided to explore Acupuncture therapy.
I was, and remain, amazed with the results achieved. Not only has the constant debilitating pain gone, but also my knee is stronger and the swelling greatly reduced. The treatment is gentle, soothing and totally painless. My sleep and energy levels have also significantly improved.
I continue to attend on a regular basis for relaxation and stress relief, and have found the feeling of well-being and serenity after a session of immense and lasting benefit to me.
Grainne Fitzpatrick, Dublin
SINUSITIS
Cliona O'Sullivan is brilliant acupuncturist! She is extremely knowledgeable and provides a painless, highly enjoyable experience! Even with my anxiety towards needles, I never once felt uncomfortable or anxious in Cliona's presence. I left each session feeling euphoric and relaxed. My sinus infection was significantly treated after just one session and completely remedied by the end of three sessions! Cliona provided me with the best acupuncture treatment I have had yet! Do yourself a favor and allow Cliona to work her magic on you!
Heidi Lajos Goa Feb
MIGRAINE & STRESS
I had a course of acupuncture treatment in the summer of this year (2012) with Cliona. I am 52 years old and work fulltime. I am so grateful to Cliona for this course.
I was off sick from work and feeling very unwell by the time I asked her to treat me. I had Migraine symptoms with the aura, headaches, and tightness above my left ear, vertigo, tinnitus, nausea, and PMS. When I met Cliona, she was so welcoming and put me at ease instantly. As I’m hard of hearing it was a relief to find I could communicate with her easily straightaway. With her encouragement I explained my symptoms and was so happy to find that the feeling of tightness above my left ear is not uncommon. I had no problem having the needles inserted I knew what to expect having had done a course already years ago.
Every time I went to Cliona she made time for a chat about how I was feeling. Cliona also encouraged me to relax for a bit after treatment was over and never rushed me out. I felt so much better by the end of the course – it gave me my confidence back and I was much happier returning to work than I would have been if I hadn’t had the treatment. I hope to return further courses on a yearly basis to maintain my well-being.
Brid McNamee
BACK PAIN
I attended Shenglow acupuncture after suffering with lower back pain for over a year. The pain was a very intense pain especially first thing in the morning. I had never received acupuncture before so was apprehensive and unsure whether it would work or not.
I found Cliona’s approach and friendly nature to be very calming. She made me feel right at home. I was asked a lot of questions before the session about my lifestyle and health and Cliona suggested she work on a few other trouble areas, which I was more than happy with.
The session itself was totally relaxing; I didn't feel any discomfort or pain through out.
After the session she was very tentative to how I was feeling and how I felt the session went. I had nothing but positives to say.
The following morning I woke up and it was only when I began to move that I realized how much pain I had been in previously. This was down to the fact that I now had no pain whatsoever. I also noticed huge improvements in the extra areas that Cliona worked on.
Almost 6 months on and I still haven’t felt any pain. I would highly recommend Cliona and her business to anyone. I will definitely go back if I have any issues and I’ll probably go back even if I don’t!
Sophie Flynn
WRIST PAIN
I badly sprained my wrist in a Krav Maga class. When I told this to a friend she recommended that I go to see Cliona, that she could help and as I wanted to get back to training as fast as possible I thought why not.
Cliona managed to work wonders in 3 visits and I was back training in no time. I am going for my black belt and she has become an integral part of my training program.
Keith Harris
MUSCLE FATIGUE, INSOMNIA & MALAISE
Cliona as well as being an expert acupuncturist, is empathetic, intuitive, caring and discreet, qualities that make her such a successful practitioner. After months of muscle fatigue, insomnia and general feelings of poor well-being, I consulted Cliona for a short course of treatment, almost immediately I felt the benefits and it wasn't long before I felt energetic enough to return to my running and managed to train and complete a half marathon thereafter.
Dr Kathryn Seth-Smith
PERIOD PAINS
I went for a period pain, fatigue and low energy treatment to Cliona's place. She was very professional. We had long interview and she explain how the acupuncture treatment will look like and why, which was really important for me, as I never done acupuncture before. After the treatment I felt relaxed on a deep level and got rid of the period pain. It was pretty amazing, because I didn't expect it would work straight away!!! My energy level also increased.
Marta Jablonksa
EMOTIONAL TRAUMA
I came across Cliona working in Goa, India and at first sceptical about acupuncture I found not only was I an immediate convert but Cliona's knowledge of Chinese medicine and treatments was second only to her skilful practice of diagnosis and treatment.
Having been through a recent Trauma Cliona helped to recover not only the ailments of my body but the stresses left from recent events and for this I am truly grateful. After only a few weeks I could see a huge improvement in both my body and mind.
I found Cliona to be a warm, compassionate and infectious person but more importantly a highly professional and effective practitioner and I most wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for treatment.
Kate Ansley-Smith Goa
PREGNANCY LOW BACK & PELVIC PAIN
I luckily had a very healthy and happy pregnancy on my first baby. I went to Cliona for some acupuncture in my final trimester.
I work a fairly physical job and was on my feet all day and worked throughout my pregnancy. Towards the end of my final trimester I started to experience an uncomfortable pressure in my lower back. On top of this the pressure on my pelvis became impossible to relieve. No matter whether I stood up, sat down or lay down the pressure felt intense. It became uncomfortable.
I did some research and discovered that acupuncture was proven to be very helpful to many pregnant women. A friend recommended Cliona. After the first session I left and felt on a high. I felt relaxed and my body felt lighter. I had an amazing nights sleep that night and woke up the next morning and my lower back was significantly better.
The next session really relieved the pressure in my pelvis area. I found it really helped me.
I went onto have a natural birth and gave birth to a happy healthy baby girl. I believe that a combination of the breathing that I learned in yoga and the couple of sessions with Cliona really helped me in my final weeks of pregnancy and consequently with labour.
I have since recommended acupuncture to many of my pregnant friends. Cliona made me feel comfortable and the whole experience was uplifting.
Sue Kenny
I wasn't familiar with acupuncture before I had a treatment with Cliona from Shenglow. I could not have felt in better hands for my introduction to acupuncture. She was gentle and confident and her knowledge was really reassuring and impressive. I was very surprised by the effect that the treatment had on me. I suffer from neck pain and whiplash and I could instantly feel the muscles in this problem area relax when the treatment began. I am a business owner with a team of 20 staff members and I usually I struggle to find time to look after my needs- I was delighted that I could fit in an acupuncture session so smoothly into my day and go back to work feeling refreshed, relaxed and completely energized. After feeling the profound affects that these treatments had on me I was completely hooked and have not looked back! I really appreciate how my stress levels have reduced and how being in Cliona’s expert hands has made my working day a much more positive experience. Thanks to Shenglow!
Aoifeaine de Barra, Director Himalaya Yoga Valley Centre.
KNEE INJURY
Having developed a daily dependency on over-the –counter pain relief medication for a knee injury, I decided to explore Acupuncture therapy.
I was, and remain, amazed with the results achieved. Not only has the constant debilitating pain gone, but also my knee is stronger and the swelling greatly reduced. The treatment is gentle, soothing and totally painless. My sleep and energy levels have also significantly improved.
I continue to attend on a regular basis for relaxation and stress relief, and have found the feeling of well-being and serenity after a session of immense and lasting benefit to me.
Grainne Fitzpatrick, Dublin
SINUSITIS
Cliona O'Sullivan is brilliant acupuncturist! She is extremely knowledgeable and provides a painless, highly enjoyable experience! Even with my anxiety towards needles, I never once felt uncomfortable or anxious in Cliona's presence. I left each session feeling euphoric and relaxed. My sinus infection was significantly treated after just one session and completely remedied by the end of three sessions! Cliona provided me with the best acupuncture treatment I have had yet! Do yourself a favor and allow Cliona to work her magic on you!
Heidi Lajos Goa Feb
MIGRAINE & STRESS
I had a course of acupuncture treatment in the summer of this year (2012) with Cliona. I am 52 years old and work fulltime. I am so grateful to Cliona for this course.
I was off sick from work and feeling very unwell by the time I asked her to treat me. I had Migraine symptoms with the aura, headaches, and tightness above my left ear, vertigo, tinnitus, nausea, and PMS. When I met Cliona, she was so welcoming and put me at ease instantly. As I’m hard of hearing it was a relief to find I could communicate with her easily straightaway. With her encouragement I explained my symptoms and was so happy to find that the feeling of tightness above my left ear is not uncommon. I had no problem having the needles inserted I knew what to expect having had done a course already years ago.
Every time I went to Cliona she made time for a chat about how I was feeling. Cliona also encouraged me to relax for a bit after treatment was over and never rushed me out. I felt so much better by the end of the course – it gave me my confidence back and I was much happier returning to work than I would have been if I hadn’t had the treatment. I hope to return further courses on a yearly basis to maintain my well-being.
Brid McNamee
BACK PAIN
I attended Shenglow acupuncture after suffering with lower back pain for over a year. The pain was a very intense pain especially first thing in the morning. I had never received acupuncture before so was apprehensive and unsure whether it would work or not.
I found Cliona’s approach and friendly nature to be very calming. She made me feel right at home. I was asked a lot of questions before the session about my lifestyle and health and Cliona suggested she work on a few other trouble areas, which I was more than happy with.
The session itself was totally relaxing; I didn't feel any discomfort or pain through out.
After the session she was very tentative to how I was feeling and how I felt the session went. I had nothing but positives to say.
The following morning I woke up and it was only when I began to move that I realized how much pain I had been in previously. This was down to the fact that I now had no pain whatsoever. I also noticed huge improvements in the extra areas that Cliona worked on.
Almost 6 months on and I still haven’t felt any pain. I would highly recommend Cliona and her business to anyone. I will definitely go back if I have any issues and I’ll probably go back even if I don’t!
Sophie Flynn
WRIST PAIN
I badly sprained my wrist in a Krav Maga class. When I told this to a friend she recommended that I go to see Cliona, that she could help and as I wanted to get back to training as fast as possible I thought why not.
Cliona managed to work wonders in 3 visits and I was back training in no time. I am going for my black belt and she has become an integral part of my training program.
Keith Harris
MUSCLE FATIGUE, INSOMNIA & MALAISE
Cliona as well as being an expert acupuncturist, is empathetic, intuitive, caring and discreet, qualities that make her such a successful practitioner. After months of muscle fatigue, insomnia and general feelings of poor well-being, I consulted Cliona for a short course of treatment, almost immediately I felt the benefits and it wasn't long before I felt energetic enough to return to my running and managed to train and complete a half marathon thereafter.
Dr Kathryn Seth-Smith
PERIOD PAINS
I went for a period pain, fatigue and low energy treatment to Cliona's place. She was very professional. We had long interview and she explain how the acupuncture treatment will look like and why, which was really important for me, as I never done acupuncture before. After the treatment I felt relaxed on a deep level and got rid of the period pain. It was pretty amazing, because I didn't expect it would work straight away!!! My energy level also increased.
Marta Jablonksa
EMOTIONAL TRAUMA
I came across Cliona working in Goa, India and at first sceptical about acupuncture I found not only was I an immediate convert but Cliona's knowledge of Chinese medicine and treatments was second only to her skilful practice of diagnosis and treatment.
Having been through a recent Trauma Cliona helped to recover not only the ailments of my body but the stresses left from recent events and for this I am truly grateful. After only a few weeks I could see a huge improvement in both my body and mind.
I found Cliona to be a warm, compassionate and infectious person but more importantly a highly professional and effective practitioner and I most wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for treatment.
Kate Ansley-Smith Goa
PREGNANCY LOW BACK & PELVIC PAIN
I luckily had a very healthy and happy pregnancy on my first baby. I went to Cliona for some acupuncture in my final trimester.
I work a fairly physical job and was on my feet all day and worked throughout my pregnancy. Towards the end of my final trimester I started to experience an uncomfortable pressure in my lower back. On top of this the pressure on my pelvis became impossible to relieve. No matter whether I stood up, sat down or lay down the pressure felt intense. It became uncomfortable.
I did some research and discovered that acupuncture was proven to be very helpful to many pregnant women. A friend recommended Cliona. After the first session I left and felt on a high. I felt relaxed and my body felt lighter. I had an amazing nights sleep that night and woke up the next morning and my lower back was significantly better.
The next session really relieved the pressure in my pelvis area. I found it really helped me.
I went onto have a natural birth and gave birth to a happy healthy baby girl. I believe that a combination of the breathing that I learned in yoga and the couple of sessions with Cliona really helped me in my final weeks of pregnancy and consequently with labour.
I have since recommended acupuncture to many of my pregnant friends. Cliona made me feel comfortable and the whole experience was uplifting.
Sue Kenny