The Hungry Ghost Within: Clinical Acupuncture Strategies for Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors
The Hungry Ghost Within: Clinical Acupuncture Strategies for Addiction and Compulsive Behaviours
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Live 3rd+4th May 2025 + Taped
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CEU/CPD/PDA
In this 8-hour clinically focused class, you will gain:
- Understand the Classical Chinese Medicine concept of Gui and its three manifestations in relation to modern addiction patterns.
- Master the integration of traditional theories with contemporary neurophysiological perspectives on dependency.
- Develop comprehensive treatment strategies utilizing extraordinary vessels, Lou, and Sinew channels for addressing root causes of addiction.
- Learn specific protocols for various types of dependencies, from substance abuse to behavioral addictions.
- Gain practical skills in combining cognitive therapeutic strategies with acupuncture treatments to enhance patient outcomes.
Course Overview
This comprehensive 2-day course covers into the Classical Chinese Medicine concept of the “Hungry Ghost” (Gui) and its profound implications for treating addiction and compulsive behaviors. Through integrative clinical acupuncture strategies, participants will discover how to address both the internal mechanisms and external manifestations of dependency.
Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science
By connecting Classical Chinese Medicine theories with contemporary neurophysiology and trauma studies, the course reveals the deep energetic and psychological roots that drive compulsive behaviours. Through advanced clinical acupuncture strategies, including the strategic use of extraordinary vessels, practitioners will gain powerful tools to address substance addiction, behavioural dependencies, and eating disorders.
Practical Application and Transformative Outcomes
Detailed case studies and proven treatment strategies provide actionable clinical protocols that support both patient recovery and internal transformation. The course emphasizes practical approaches to guide patients from compulsive behaviors toward sustainable healing.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will master both theoretical foundations and clinical acupuncture applications for treating various forms of dependency. Special emphasis is placed on utilizing extraordinary vessels to address the underlying trauma and compensation mechanisms within each patient’s unique presentation, enabling true transformation from within.
Information for the Live Sessions
Date & Time
The two live sessions will be held via Zoom on March 3rd and 4th, 2025.
Class times:
- London (UK): 7:00 AM
- Paris (CET): 8:00 AM
- Athens (Greece, EET): 9:00 AM
- Brisbane: 4:00 PM
- Los Angeles (Pacific): 11:00 PM (March 2nd and 3rd)
- New York (Eastern): 2:00 AM
Recording
The live sessions will be recorded and made available within 72 hours. Certain associations may offer CEUs for the recordings as well. Please refer to the information below for specific details.
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I understand that the information in this course presented by the Provider and/or Instructor(s) is for educational purposes only and should only be applied with appropriate clinical judgment and used by a trained and licensed
practitioner. Governmental laws and regulations vary from region to region and the contents of this course vary in permissible usage. The participant is required to check their local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding the practice requirements and scope of practice issues and the use of the information of this course including, but not limited to, theory, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. I acknowledge that NCCAOM does not endorse any specific treatment regimens of any kind. Furthermore, if I use any modalities or treatments taught in this course, I agree to waive, release, indemnify, discharge, and covenant not to sue NCCAOM from and against any liability, claims, demands, or causes of action whatsoever, arising out of any injury, loss, or damage that a person may sustain related to the use of the information in this course. I understand that this Release is governed by the laws of District of Columbia, U.S.A. and shall survive the termination or expiration of this course.
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CEU/CPD/PDA
Unless otherwise stated, CEU/PDA/CPD requirements must be completed within 1 year of the purchase. You are advised to print and save your certificate for your records and under your association requirements.
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Course Includes
- 8 Hourse Course Duration
- Course Certificate
- Course Credits
ACICertificate 
AGTCMCertificate 
CALIFORNIA9 hours 
ACUPUNCTURE NZCertificate 
NZASACertificate
