Focused on chronic stress, fatigue and pain management

About the Practitioner - Chung

I am a UK-trained acupuncturist based in St Albans, with a clinical focus on chronic pain, stress-related conditions, fatigue, and nervous system regulation.

I work with people experiencing ongoing symptoms that may not always show clearly in medical tests—such as persistent pain, low energy, poor sleep, or a general sense of being out of balance—but which still have a significant impact on daily life.

With a background in architecture and technical problem-solving, my approach to acupuncture is both structured and systemic. Rather than seeing acupuncture points only as having individual functions, I understand them as part of an integrated network within the body, working together to support regulation and restore balance. My aim is to identify and treat the underlying patterns in the body, rather than focusing only on isolated symptoms or diagnostic labels.

Many patients come to me after trying different approaches without lasting results. My role is to support the body in gradually restoring balance, helping to improve energy, sleep, resilience, and overall wellbeing over time.

*My current patient work includes support for people living with:
• chronic musculoskeletal pain, including back, neck, shoulder, elbow and knee pain
• neuropathic and nerve-related pain
post-herpetic neuralgia
• fibromyalgia and widespread pain
• multiple sclerosis (MS)
• persistent symptoms following cauda equina syndrome
• chronic fatigue and sleep disturbance
• stress, anxiety and PTSD-related symptoms
• eczema, altered sensation and allodynia
• menopause-related symptoms
• constipation, IBS and other functional digestive symptoms

I view treatment as a process rather than a quick fix. For long-term conditions, consistent care and a clear understanding of the body’s underlying patterns are often essential.


*Clinical Approach
Treatment is collaborative, structured, and tailored to the individual. When assessing a condition, I consider not only the main symptom, but also how the nervous system and the body as a whole are responding. This allows treatment to support both short-term relief and longer-term stability. I approach care across three interconnected layers:
• the presenting symptom
• how the nervous system and body are responding
• underlying patterns that may contribute to recurrence

Working across these layers helps create a treatment plan that is coherent, practical, and adaptable over time.


*Education, Volunteer & Professional Standards
• Three-year Diploma in Acupuncture, London Academy of Chinese Acupuncture
• Clinical training at Nanjing Hospital, China
• Diploma in Brain Acupuncture (DBA), scalp needling techniques used in support of neurological conditions such as stroke recovery, Parkinson’s disease, and brain injury rehabilitation
• Registered member of the Chinese Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Alliance
• Registered member of the Acupuncture Regulatory Authority (ARA)
• ITEC qualified in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology
• Volunteer Acupuncturist (Hospice Care)
• Fully insured and licensed by St Albans City & District Council

My training emphasised safe practice, careful differential diagnosis, and appropriate integration with conventional healthcare.

If you are looking for calm, considered acupuncture care in St Albans, I would be glad to support you.

Free consultation: 07763 135161
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Chung – Acupuncturist in St Albans at Four Pillars Acupuncture

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What Patients Say

Thoughtful feedback from patients who have experienced care at Four Pillars Acupuncture.

Being a leisure golfer, golf elbow is something hard to avoid. I came to Master Chung for 3 sessions referred by my golf buddy and it really worked. Master Chung is very gentle and accurate going to the pressure point and it gave me a relief at the first time with much less pain. Until the third time I am told I don’t need to go back to him anymore because it’s been treated. I would recommend people with tennis elbow or any kind of joint issue or bad muscle tension issue to give him a try.

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Kenny Tsang

Kenny Tsang

4 months ago

Vinette McCallum

Vinette McCallum

20 days ago

Chung really pays attention to my issues and provides targeted treatment i always feel better for it. Higly recommend

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Phil Beer

Phil Beer

1 month ago

Treating my elderly mum for backache and pains in her legs , which have improved a great deal. She is feeling so much better.

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Maryanne Ioannides

Maryanne Ioannides

1 month ago

I would highly recommend treatment at Four Pillars Accupuncture. Dr.Chung is very helpful and knowledgeable. I was seen at very short notice, the treatment really helped reduce my back and neck pain. Dr.Chung also messaged me the next day to check on me, if I was feeling okay or felt any discomfort. The treatment is not overpriced.

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Jenka Sachlova

Jenka Sachlova

1 month ago

Chung is an experienced TCM acupuncturist who identified issues I hadn’t even noticed myself. After five courses of treatment, he supported my healing process without the side effects I had experienced from previous medication. I now have a new understanding of how the body works and feel less dependent on external treatments. I’ve also gained a greater appreciation for natural healing through Chung’s care. Highly recommended.

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Jovi wai

Jovi wai

1 month ago