Meet The Leeds Acupuncture Team

Kate Ritchie: BSc hons. MBAcC

Kate is a registered Acupuncturist and member of the British Acupuncture Council. She was awarded a first-class BSc (Hons) degree in Acupuncture from the Northern College of Acupuncture.

She has a particular special interest in fertility and women’s health and has completed an advanced postgraduate diploma in Fertility Acupuncture. Kate is also a member of the Acupuncture Fertility Network and the Zita West Practitioner Network, enabling her to stay at the forefront of evidence-based practice while collaborating with other specialists in reproductive health.

Alongside her work in fertility and hormonal health, Kate treats a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, PTSD, Tourette’s, Bell’s Palsy, ME, MS and acute/chronic pain.

Her additional postgraduate training includes Facial (Cosmetic), Auricular and Battlefield Acupuncture.

Kate also holds a first-class degree in Occupational Therapy and spent over ten years working within the NHS as an Occupational Therapist, primarily in mental health services. Working across both acute and community settings, she developed extensive experience supporting individuals with complex emotional and physical health challenges — experience that continues to inform her acupuncture practice today.

She is a qualified aromatherapist and exercise instructor and is passionate about a truly holistic approach to health and wellbeing.

In addition to her clinical work, Kate contributes to the profession through teaching at the Northern College of Acupuncture and has presented at the annual British Conference of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

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I had a wonderful appointment with Kate last night and it was really relaxing. I thoroughly enjoyed it. What a lovely lady and lovely addition to your team!

LB

I cannot recommend the clinic highly enough. Kate has treated me for a number of different issues and is so professional and thorough in her work. She always takes the time to listen and approaches each treatment in a very holistic way, drawing on her wide-ranging knowledge and experience……

AK

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Laura Bateson. Bsc hons MBAcC

Laura is a fully qualified Acupuncturist and member of the British Acupuncture Council, having gained her BSc (Hons) degree in Acupuncture from the Northern College of Acupuncture in York. She brings a calm, compassionate approach to her work and is passionate about supporting people through all stages of their health journey.

Before retraining in Acupuncture, Laura spent over 16 years working as a Paramedic. This extensive experience in frontline emergency care has given her a deep understanding of both the physical and emotional aspects of health and wellbeing. Her transition into Acupuncture reflected a desire to work more holistically, helping people to find balance and long-term wellness.

Laura has a particular interest in women’s health and focused her final research project on the menopause. She is especially keen to support women through hormonal transitions, and also enjoys working with a wide range of conditions and people of all ages.

Laura provides thoughtful, personalised Acupuncture treatments tailored to each individual’s needs. She takes a clear and evidence-based approach to Acupuncture, aiming to support each person with practical, effective care that addresses both the root cause and the symptoms of their health concerns.

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Thanks for your support and expertise. Here’s evidence of a great result! We’re very proud parents of a lovely little boy.

I always looked forward to my visits, not only for the relaxation and feeling of well-being they gave, but also for your great advice and our chats which made me feel much more hopeful and positive. T is amazing and we’ll always be very grateful for your help in making him possible!

At last – a card for your window cill!!! We can’t thank you enough for all your help over the past couple of years – we have no doubt that your treatments helped in conceiving T and keeping him safe during pregnancy.

Thanks for your support and expertise. Here’s evidence of a great result! We’re very proud parents of a lovely little boy.

She’s finally here after such a long wait. Thank you so much for your fabulously relaxing treatments and all of your support and advice – I’m sure we wouldn’t have her without you….

Thank you so much for your support and help in us finally achieving out lovely little family. Thanks to you, we now have 2 little boys and never thought it was possible.

We are suitably exhausted but so smitten by our gorgeous little girl. Thank you for all your wonderful treatments. I will miss seeing you.

Thank you so much for all your help, guidance and patience! My son is just gorgeous!

Thank you so much for all your care, expertise and support over the past year. You’ve been wonderful and at times, I don’t know what I’d have done without you.

Thank you so much for all your kind support and encouragement during our treatments. I am sure that without you our daughter wouldn’t be here today.

Anne Carpenter

20:14 03 Mar 26

I've been seeing Kate for acupuncture treatment, she is always professional and attentive. She always takes a full history and takes a holistic approach with a good understanding of how the body works and systems interact. Her treatment has greatly improved my symptoms and continues to keep them under control.

el mt

14:47 28 Jan 26

If you’re trying to conceive, I honestly cannot recommend these ladies enough. They supported me through multiple rounds of IVF, not just with fertility related treatment but also with relaxation and helping to calm my anxiety. Our results genuinely improved following their advice. Their knowledge of fertility is second to none, and they have an amazing ability to translate complex medical information into something I could truly understand. They gave fantastic advice on supplements and vitamins for both of us. Beyond their expertise, they are incredibly kind, friendly and supportive - I truly felt like they were with me every step of the way. I can’t thank them enough 💛

Suman Lunj

22:31 19 Dec 25

I would like to say a massive thank you to all the ladies at Calverley and Rawdon Acupuncture Clinic.My acupuncture experience has been AMAZING. It’s really helped me. The ladies are well trained, knowledgeable and are very supportive. Highly recommended for any type of acupuncture.

Ellie Hainsworth

17:42 09 Dec 25

I saw Kate & Caroline for acupuncture whilst trying to conceive, during my ivf journey and during my pregnancy. I found them both to be incredibly warm, knowledgeable and passionate.
Both Kate and Caroline took a holistic approach, advising on supplements, diet, mental health, & lifestyle choices. They helped me to understand the hormonal changes in my cycle and navigate test results and the ivf process.
Kate supported me the with some acupuncture the day before my due date which got me into labour 12 hours later. I now have a 4 month old baby girl.

Hannah Boggie

12:09 13 Nov 25

Caroline was so knowledgeable and easy to talk to. The initial fertility consultation was helpful and informative. She helped me to understand my cycle, my fertility and how to navigate this, it was a lot more personalised than any appointment with my GP.
I went for acupuncture for 5 months up until I fell pregnant and continued with sessions during my pregnancy.

I don’t think I would have gained the understanding of my fertility without her and therefore would have continued to struggle to conceive.

I now have a 6 week old healthy baby boy!

Response from the owner 11:53 15 Nov 25

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted that everything has worked out for you. Please pop in whenever you are passing we would love to see you both

Leonie 58

14:55 04 Oct 25

I’ve seen Caroline for Acupuncture for a number of different reasons over the last 10 years. I first sought help to calm my skin because of hormonal break outs, then I had regular acupuncture at the end of my two pregnancies to prepare my body for birth and since then I’ve had help with stress relief and inflammation and latterly I’ve tried facial acupuncture. Every session I’ve left feeling relaxed and calm. Caroline is very knowledgeable and tailors the acupuncture to exactly your needs, taking a thorough history of symptoms and the help you’re seeking. I’d thoroughly recommend Caroline’s clinic for acupuncture. Thanks Caroline!

Response from the owner 16:30 13 Oct 25

Thank you Leonie

Ellie Andrews

08:57 01 Oct 25

Really enjoying my experience!

That's so good to hear Ellie!

Jess H

07:56 01 Oct 25

I first discovered this clinic back in 2021 & had the pleasure of coming weekly/fortnightly for 10 months. I returned again in mid 2025 for a slightly different issue & so glad to be back weekly.

The care, compassion, knowledge & expertise of all the team are wonderful & they always go out of their way to help in any way they can. You feel like you have a team of cheerleaders behind you willing you on your way to your end goal, whatever that looks like ☺️

It’s genuinely the highlight of my week, I always leave feeling much more relaxed, calmer & sleep so much better for it & will forever be recommending them to everyone! ❤️ thank you!

Response from the owner 16:31 13 Oct 25

Thank you for your lovely feedback Jess!

Jessy Poults

19:39 22 Jun 25

I have been seeing Caroline for around 8 months now and could not recommend her enough! Caroline’s knowledge and expertise has had a massive positive impact on my journey so far. You feel so listened too and like someone is in your corner, she has a very special warm and caring energy and I always come away feeling so much better, calm and relaxed (which is usually hard for me!). Thank you for all you do, I am so glad I found you!! X

Response from the owner 16:32 13 Oct 25

I am so glad that ou did too, it is always lovely to see you in clinic.

Ian Ormondroyd

22:03 02 Jun 25

I first had sciatica in 2018; it was persistent but in desperation I tried acupuncture and found that it improved rapidly. Forward to 2025 and in April I suddenly started again with sciatica, much more painful than in 2018. I have been back to Caroline and again the treatment has been very successful, the symptoms receding quickly. I have no hesitation in recommending Caroline.

Response from the owner 16:33 13 Oct 25

Thank you Ian your feedback is very welcome

Helen Smithson

20:09 29 May 25

Go see Caroline if you have enduring pain in your hip/ leg! I had 4 sessions with her and I'm so much better!

Thank you Helen that's so good to hear!

martin Pickard

10:00 31 Oct 24

Menieres Disease - treatment
I had recently been diagnosed and was struggling to find a balance of normal life after a week of multiple incidents.I spoke with Kate who gave me confidence and assurance that acupuncture could help.
I approached the treatment with some scepticism, after a bad experience some 10 years earlier with a different clinic (now closed).
The experience I have had being treated by Kate has been a whole different experience. Kate took a detailed history and explained what she was going to do and the effect it should have. The treatment plan has been very effective, helping reset and getting me on an even keel, calmer and more balanced, before starting to improve my energy levels.
I am now on a maintenance schedule.
I am no longer a sceptic, I am a convert. Thankyou Kate.

Response from the owner 16:34 13 Oct 25

Thanks for yor feedback Martin. It's great to hear your sessions have been so effective for you.

Rebecca Beaumont

10:43 12 May 24

I have been receiving treatment from Caroline for several years now. She is quite simply phenomenal. She is so knowledgeable in her field, and she is incredibly attentive, not only in terms of treating whatever ailment you have sought help with, but also in terms of helping you identify, and remedy, any other issues that may be effecting your health and wellbeing. And to top all that off, she is really caring, supportive, and I really look forward to see her; I always leave feeling like a new person! Go see her.

Response from the owner 12:17 14 May 24

Thank you Rebecca for your lovely comments they are gratefully received. I always love seeing you in clinic!

Halema Khatun

17:29 14 Feb 24

Caroline was recommended by a friend, I have known Caroline for a few months now and has been amazing. Very knowledgable, kind, professional and a fountain of knowledge. Genuinely cares about all my concerns and cannot thank her enough for everything she has done for me and my husband. Cannot recommend enough :)

Response from the owner 18:05 14 Feb 24

Thank you for your lovely comments. It is always so lovely to see you in clinic and I'm delighted that everything is going well

Rachel A

16:38 22 Dec 23

I can’t recommend Caroline and her team highly enough - not only are they experts in their field but they are warm, caring and compassionate too. They have vastly improved my physical and mental health over a number of years through their holistic advice and treatment. Thank you for all you do.

Agnes Mary Haigh

20:13 29 Nov 23

Excellent and professional service by Caroline

Caroline Brown

19:35 26 Jul 23

Caroline is an amazing practitioner; she has really helped me with back issues and general well-being.

Syhra Ali-Nazir

11:07 19 Aug 22

I have been going to Caroline for seven years and would never go to anyone else for acupuncture. She is a professional and brilliant at what she does and has helped me through all of my fertility treatment. If anyone is going through the same, acupuncture with Caroline and her team is an essential part of your treatment which will help you with relieving anxiety, pain and also help to support the treatment you are having. Caroline has a wealth of knowledge especially when it comes to having acupuncture alongside fertility treatment and pregnancy. I would never do any treatment without accompanying acupuncture from Caroline! I thank them all from the bottom of my heart for their support throughout the years.

Baljinder Bharaj

13:07 01 Apr 22

I have been seeing Caroline for herbal medicine for a few months now and have been so impressed with the positive affects on my health to present. The herbs she has prescribed has made a huge difference to my overall wellbeing in mind, body and spirit. Caroline has a wealth of experience and really takes her time to understand your health concerns. She adapts the medicine to your needs and communication and care is outstanding! She's very patient, caring and highly skilled at what she does. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting to improve their health with Chinese herbal medicine. You won't be disappointed. Thank you so much Caroline.

Elizabeth Selby

21:38 16 Feb 22

Vicky Field

10:05 28 Jan 22

Caroline and her team are AMAZING!! I cannot recommend them enough. I have been attending the clinic for 18 months and every session I have had I have left feeling relaxed and listened to.
I found the clinic, after suffering from recurrent miscarriage and when I was feeling a bit lost and confused about it all. When I met Caroline, she did a detailed assessment of me and my past history. I then started attending weekly sessions. My fertility journey was not straight forward and each week Caroline would listen to my updates and offer advice and guidance. Her knowledge of fertility is brilliant which helped me greatly. She even put me in touch with a fantastic Dr who specialised in the area of fertility I needed investigated. This ended up being a huge turning point in my journey.

After a year of attending the clinic, I found out I was pregnant. Caroline helped me navigate through early pregnancy and all the anxiety and emotions that go with it after loss. It helped me attending the clinic and I would leave feeling relaxed. I think these sessions helped me to keep the baby and also helped keep me sane. Caroline celebrated every milestone with me and I know she was genuinely happy for me and my family.

I have also attended some appointments with other members of the Calverley and Rawdon Acupuncture team over the last few months and all of the women were extremely knowledgeable, compassionate and supportive.

I cannot thank the clinic enough and I will always been grateful for the support and guidance they provided me. I would highly recommend them to anyone going through a similar experience.

Louise Grant

20:34 27 May 20

I can not recommend Caroline and Rachael highly enough. I had already suffered four miscarriages when I first contacted the clinic and was really struggling to imagine how I would ever manage to carry another baby to term. Caroline did a thorough assessment and was confident she could help; I was bowled over by her knowledge and expertise in fertility.

Over the next nine months I visited the clinic regularly for treatments which I am sure were instrumental in me keeping this baby. I had a very anxious pregnancy due to my previous losses, and further complications in this pregnancy, and acupuncture helped me to relax and gain a sense of calm and perspective each week.

As my baby was breech, then oblique, up until 36 weeks, I opted for the moxa treatment in clinic, which was successful. I also had the induction treatment on my due date and, sure enough, I went into labour the next morning, giving birth to a healthy baby boy at home. Success all round!

Both Caroline and Rachael were incredibly kind, compassionate and supportive. They really cared, and it meant so much to feel like I had someone else fighting my corner when I felt let down by the consultants.

I will be forever grateful to them both for helping me to finally complete my family.

Sophie Hopkins

12:58 04 Oct 19

I have been going for accupuncture now for over a year and can honestly say I love it. Caroline and Rachel are like my therapists and are so lovely to talk to and always listen to how I'm feeling and work with that. I highly recommend and have told so many people about it!

Meet The Leeds Acupuncture Team

Kate Ritchie: BSc hons. MBAcC

LB

AK

Laura Bateson. Bsc hons MBAcC

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