Migraines & Headaches Treatment in Clearwater, FL

Most migraine patients feel a meaningful drop in frequency by visit 4–6. We re-evaluate at visit 6 and decide whether to taper to monthly maintenance or extend the active phase.

Yes. Acupuncture is complementary to neurologist-prescribed care and we coordinate where helpful. Many patients are eventually able to reduce or space out injectables, but that is always a conversation with your prescriber.

Our standard migraine prevention protocol at Acupuncture of West Florida in Clearwater, FL runs 6 to 8 sessions over about 6 weeks, then tapers to monthly maintenance once headache days drop. We track headache days in a shared journal so progress is measured, not guessed.

Yes. Tension-type and cervicogenic headaches often respond faster than migraine because much of the pain is driven by suboccipital, jaw, and upper-trapezius tension, which we release directly with acupuncture and cupping.

Most patients describe a mild dull ache or warmth at the point — nothing like a hypodermic needle. Acupuncture needles are hair-thin (about 40x thinner than a vaccine needle), and most people relax deeply during the session.

Most patients feel measurable change within 3–6 sessions. Chronic or complex conditions typically follow a 6–12 session plan, after which we transition to maintenance care. Dr. Kim builds a clear, written plan during your free consultation.

We don't take insurance — Acupuncture of West Florida is a self-pay practice. We do provide a superbill after your visit that some insurance providers will accept for out-of-network reimbursement, and HSA/FSA cards are accepted. We also offer a Give $25 / Get $25 referral credit to keep care affordable.