Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) in Carlsbad & Poway
A scientifically validated mind-body therapy that targets and clears the physical symptoms of stored stress, nervous system anxiety, chronic pain flares, and emotional triggers.
WHAT IS NET?
Neuro Emotional Technique — A Physiological Approach
When we experience a high-stress event, our brains create a snapshot of that moment, sometimes pairing the emotion with a physical response (like muscle tightening or a racing heart). If the stress isn't fully processed, the nervous system can get stuck in a loop—retriggering those exact physical symptoms years later.
During a clinical session, NET directly works to:
✔ Locate Stored Triggers
Uses gentle manual biofeedback to find the exact physiological connection where a past stress response is actively stuck in your body.
✔ Clear Emotional Pathways
Helps the brain process and close out unresolved behavioral loops, immediately lowering your everyday reactivity.
✔ Decompress Chronic Tension
Relieves physical symptoms—like stubborn neck pain, digestive flare-ups, and headaches—that originate from stress rather than structural injury.
IS NET RIGHT FOR YOU?
Common Signs of Stored Nervous System Stress
SELF-SABOTAGING HABITS
Finding yourself repeating the exact same destructive habits, relationship loops, or career blocks even though you consciously know better.
MILD TRAUMA & OLD ECHOES
Feeling physically drained, panicked, or "on guard" when reminded of old memories, difficult life transitions, or past emotional environments.
HEIGHTENED REACTIVITY
Experiencing intense waves of anxiety, anger, fear, or self-doubt that feel disproportionate to the actual situation happening right in front of you.
GUT-BRAIN DISRUPTIONS
Chronic bloating, nervous stomach aches, or irregular digestion that flares up in direct response to emotional pressure or tight deadlines.
CHRONIC PAIN FLARES
Stubborn physical symptoms—like low back aches, neck tension or headaches—that temporarily improve but keep returning regardless of physical treatment.
ADRENAL & MIND FATIGUE
Feeling chronically exhausted, waking up tired, or experiencing a constant state of low-level "fight-or-flight" adrenaline.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What happens in a NET session
Please note: Your comfort and sense of safety are always a priority during Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) sessions. If at any point you would like to pause, take a break, or discontinue the session, you are welcome to do so. Treatment proceeds at a pace that feels appropriate and comfortable for you.
I honor each patient's unique circumstances, experiences, and readiness for the work being done.
Moving gradually and respecting your individual process is an important part of care, as your comfort level and nervous system response can significantly influence the therapeutic experience and overall effectiveness of the session.
I identify the pattern
Using gentle muscle testing, I identify which stress pattern or emotional memory the body is holding — and where it's showing up physically.
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We make the connection
You briefly acknowledge the emotional memory — not to relive it, but to bring it into awareness so the nervous system can respond.
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Rest & release
A spinal contact point is held while you access the memory. This helps your nervous system complete its unfinished response — releasing the physiological charge it has been holding.
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NET Remedies where indicated
I may recommend NET Remedies — homeopathic sprays developed by Dr. Scott Walker — to support the release process between sessions.
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The four factors I address in every NET session — structural, biochemical, emotional, and nutritional.
BEST SELLERS
NET REMEDIES
Available in clinic
Homeopathic support between sessions
NET Remedies are a series of homeopathic formulas built on the "like cures like" principle. Used by thousands of NET practitioners worldwide since 1994, they support the body in releasing stress-related patterns and maintaining the gains made in session.
Available to existing patients in clinic · Not available online · Ask me at your appointment.
PACKAGES & PRICING
Session options
I discuss pricing at your free consultation — session length and frequency genuinely vary per patient.
NEURO EMOTIONAL TECHNIQUE (NET)
$155 / 60 min
A gentle, evidence-informed mind-body approach that helps uncover the relationship between emotional stress and physical symptoms. With over 15 years of NET experience, I help you identify and release unresolved stress patterns affecting your physical and emotional health.
✔ 60 min session
✔ Stress pattern identification
✔ Emotional stress release
✔ Nervous system regulation
✔ Phone or Zoom consult available
INTEGRATIVE ACUPUNCTURE & NET
$185 / 75 min
My most comprehensive treatment, integrating acupuncture and Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) to address both the physical symptoms and underlying stress patterns that may be impacting your well-being.
✔ 75 min session
✔ Full acupuncture treatment ·
✔ NET stress pattern release
✔ Body & mind treated together
✔ Deeper, longer-lasting results
3 INTEGRATIVE ACUPUNCTURE & NET SESSIONS
$525 · Save $30
Each session works on two levels simultaneously — acupuncture regulates the nervous system and relieves physical tension, while NET identifies and releases the stress patterns your body has been holding.
✔ 3 x 75-minute Integrative Acupuncture & NET sessions
✔ Personalised treatment plan across all three sessions
✔ Full acupuncture + NET stress pattern release
✔ Nervous system regulation
THE RESEARCH
NET is backed by peer-reviewed science
The following studies, published in the Journal of Cancer Survivorship, examined the neurophysiological effects of NET using fMRI brain imaging — showing measurable changes in how the brain responds to traumatic stress after treatment.
Certified By
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP · 2017 · MONTI ET AL.
NET effects on brain physiology in cancer patients with traumatic stress symptoms
fMRI scans showed that after NET, key brain regions involved in traumatic memory and distress — including the brainstem, insula, and anterior cingulate — had significantly reduced activity. Participants also showed measurable improvements in anxiety, distress, and traumatic stress scores.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP · 2017 · MONTI ET AL.
Changes in cerebellar connectivity and autonomic regulation after NET for traumatic stress
This follow-up study found that NET produced significant changes in the brain's functional connectivity — specifically between the cerebellum and emotional processing centres including the amygdala and parahippocampus. Participants also showed reduced autonomic reactivity, measured by heart rate response to traumatic stimuli.
Not sure where to start?
Before your appointment, please complete our free Wellness Check Questionnaire:
Takes 2 minutes. Print or email your results to drjacinta@celticrootsacu.com before your appointment.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
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NET is a body-oriented clinical technique, not counselling or psychotherapy. Rather than relying on extended conversation or psychological analysis, NET works with the body's physiological stress response using a structured, evidence-informed process. Many patients choose to use NET alongside therapy or counselling, and the two approaches often complement one another.
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Yes — and this is one of my core strengths. Acupuncture addresses the physical body; NET addresses the nervous system patterns beneath it. Used together, we treat both layers simultaneously. Patients often see faster and more lasting results when the two are combined.
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Yes. I offer initial NET consultations by phone or Zoom before your first in-person session. This gives you time to ask questions, share your history, and decide whether NET feels right — with no pressure to commit.
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No. Unlike traditional talk therapy, NET does not require extensive discussion or revisiting past experiences in detail. The focus is on identifying the body's stress response to a specific event, emotion, or pattern using a structured, body-oriented process. Many patients appreciate that meaningful work can occur without lengthy conversations or emotional retelling.
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To protect the time and care reserved for each patient, Celtic Roots Acupuncture maintains a clear and respectful cancellation policy.
Please cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours before your appointment.
Late cancellations or missed appointments: A $75 cancellation fee will be applied when less than 48 hours’ notice is provided.
This policy ensures availability for patients who are waiting for care and helps maintain the calm, unhurried environment that defines the Celtic Roots experience.
Ready to work together?
Mind-body healing in Carlsbad and Poway — I'll listen to what you're experiencing and let you know honestly if NET is the right fit.
Free 10-minute consultation — by phone or Zoom.
Have a question first? Email me directly at drjacinta@celticrootsacu.com