Sharon Hansford B A (Hons), Lic. Ac., MBAcC, FRA
I trained at the College of Traditional Acupuncture, Warwick on a three year degree and licentiate programme, graduating in 2009 with First Class Honours. I stumbled upon acupuncture by chance whilst visiting China, this holiday was to change the direction of my life.
I am fully trained in Five Element, Facial Cosmetic, Auricular and Korean Hand Acupuncture. Continuing Professional Development has lead me to additional studies in gynaecological issues affecting fertility, assisted conception and acupuncture in pregnancy.
I especially enjoy meeting patients with mental health issues, insomnia, infertility and providing support through pregnancy. However, the joy is working with any patient to help improve their symptoms or general well being.
After the success of my Leamington Community Clinic based in the Acupuncture Academy, I wanted to branch out to another corner of Warwickshire and therefore Rugby seemed the perfect choice. I am a supervisor and have been on the teaching team at The Acupuncture Academy. My goal has always been to offer the same standards of care in the multi bed as in private practice.
You can find out more about me at https://sharonhansford.co.uk
Lisa Smith, Lic. AC., MBAaC.
I graduated with a Distinction from the Acupuncture Academy in 2026, completing a comprehensive three-year degree-level programme. My training focused heavily on Five Element Acupuncture alongside Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and included practical skills like gua sha, cupping and auricular (ear) acupuncture.
Before re-training, I spent 20 years in the fast-paced corporate world. Eventually, I hit a point where I needed a change - for my own well-being, my family and my career direction. That is when I discovered acupuncture, and I fell in love with its ability to naturally treat the root causes of stress and imbalance, rather than just the symptoms.
I feel incredibly fortunate to do work that I am so passionate about. Helping people feel better - not just by easing their pain or stress, but by watching them truly become themselves again through acupuncture - is the most rewarding feeling in the world :)
Community acupuncture is something we need so much more of, as it makes regular treatment far more affordable for people. It is a privilege to join this team and build upon the incredible foundations that Sharon, Sue, and Hayley have worked so hard to establish.
You can find out more about me at https://www.kibworthacupuncture.com.