First consultation & intake (85 min)
Lily discusses your complaint, energy levels, sleep pattern and lifestyle. Based on this, she draws up a personal treatment plan. You receive your first treatment right away.
Acupuncture & Stress & Burnout
Acupuncture for Stress & Burnout in Amsterdam
More than 4000 Amsterdammers treated. Lily Chen treats stress, overexertion and burnout with traditional Chinese medicine — in English, and covered by your Dutch health insurance.
15+ years of experience
Covered by insurance
Zhong & S.C.A.G registered
Stress & Burnout & TCM
Why stress and burnout are so disruptive — and what TCM does differently
Stress and burnout are among the most common complaints of our time. Whether it's ongoing work pressure, emotional exhaustion or a completely depleted energy level — conventional treatments often focus on symptoms, not on genuine recovery.
From a TCM perspective, stress arises from stagnation of Qi in the liver, while burnout stems from deep depletion of kidney energy (jing) and heart fire. Acupuncture resolves the stagnation, restores the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, and activates the body's own capacity to heal.
The treatment
How acupuncture treats stress and burnout
Nervous system regulation
Lily places needles on specific points along the heart and liver meridians. This activates the vagus nerve, lowers cortisol levels and shifts the body back into recovery mode — away from the chronic "on" state of stress.
Sleep & recovery
Sleep problems are almost universal with burnout. Treatment of the heart and kidney meridians supports a deeper, calmer sleep pattern. Many patients notice they sleep markedly better after just the first two sessions.
Combination with moxibustion
For exhausted burnout patients, Lily regularly adds moxibustion — a warming treatment that restores Yang energy and warms the body from within. Particularly effective for patients who feel cold, depleted and emotionally exhausted.
Conditions
Which complaints do we treat?
Not sure whether acupuncture suits your complaint? Get in touch — Lily is happy to advise, free of obligation.
Your treatment plan
What to expect at Tianyi
Follow-up treatments (60 min)
Burnout typically requires 8–12 sessions. Each session is adjusted based on your progress and energy levels.
Combination where needed
Depending on your complaint, Lily adds moxibustion, gua sha or cupping. This is always decided together with you.
Maintenance & prevention
After the treatment plan, many patients opt for a monthly maintenance session to prevent relapse and renewed stress build-up.
Pricing
Treatment duration & cost
| Session | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| First visit (incl. consultation & treatment plan) | 85 min | €100 |
| Follow-up treatment | 60 min | €90 |
| Extended session | 90 min | €105 |
Add-ons: Add cupping · +€15 | Add gua sha · +€15
✓ Reimbursed by most Dutch supplementary insurance plans — Zhong NVTCG & S.C.A.G registered. Simply submit the invoice to your insurer after treatment. More about insurance →
Your practitioner
Lily van Wijngaarde-Chen
15+ years of clinical experience in traditional Chinese medicine
Specialised training under Dr. Cong Zhang — specialist in chronic pain
Zhong NVTCG & S.C.A.G registered
Extensive experience with stress, overexertion and burnout recovery
Reviews
What patients say about stress and burnout treatment
★★★★★ 4.9
★★★★★
"After months of exhaustion and sleep problems, I finally felt like myself again after 5 treatments with Lily. She really takes the time and understands what burnout does to you."
★★★★★
"I was sceptical, but acupuncture helped me get through my burnout. My energy levels and sleep have improved enormously."
★★★★★
"Thanks to Lily's treatments I've found my calm again. The combination with moxibustion made all the difference for me."
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about acupuncture for stress and burnout
What's the difference between stress and burnout — can acupuncture help with both?
Yes. With stress, the body still has enough capacity left to recover; with burnout, that capacity is exhausted. Acupuncture works for both, but the treatment course for burnout is longer — typically 8–12 sessions versus 4–6 for stress complaints.
How many treatments do I need for burnout?
This varies per person. Most patients notice improvement in sleep and energy levels after 3–4 sessions. Full burnout recovery typically requires 8–12 treatments, followed by maintenance sessions.
Is acupuncture for burnout covered by my Dutch health insurance?
Yes, under most supplementary (aanvullende) insurance plans. Tianyi is Zhong NVTCG & S.C.A.G registered — the accreditations your insurer requires. After each treatment you receive an invoice with an AGB code to submit to your insurer.
Can I combine acupuncture with therapy or coaching?
Absolutely. Acupuncture works well alongside psychological counselling or coaching. Let Lily know at intake about any other treatments you are following.
Do I need a referral from my GP (huisarts)?
No. You can book an appointment directly online, no referral needed.
Ready to overcome your stress or burnout?
Book an appointment today. Your first session is always a getting-to-know-you visit — including intake and a personal treatment plan.