Mary Riposta

Acupuncture/Reiki/Massage/Somatic Therapy

I am a somatic therapist, specialising in women’s health and stress. I blend a variety of Eastern and Western modalities depending on the needs of each patient, addressing health at the deepest level of the nervous system. I approach healing as an overall combination of physical, emotional and spiritual balance.

 Sessions combine acupuncture, reiki, massage and somatic movement with a psychological lens (influenced by parts-work and Jungian theory) to unlock stored emotion in the body and regulate the nervous system. Several years working as a health coach for patients with Adrenal Fatigue followed by a study of psychoneuroimmunology at UCL has informed this approach. I am currently completing my degree in traditional Chinese acupuncture (TCM) alongside an apprenticeship program with Glenn Delikan in Five-Element acupuncture.

This approach addresses a variety of concerns, such as hormonal imbalance and menstrual conditions (endometriosis, PCOS), fertility, digestive imbalance, anxiety & depression, insomnia, low energy, and immune health, as well as general rest from a busy life. 

In addition to this work, I lecture a psychology course to osteopathic students focusing on stress physiology and health behaviour change to incorporate positive habits into one’s life. Outside of work you’ll find me biking, hiking, eating and dancing my way around London!

  • MSc Health Psychology - University College London

  • BSc Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology - University of Colorado

  • Level 5 Acupuncture Diploma - Total Therapy Training (2025)

  • 5-Element Acupuncture Apprenticeship Program - Glenn Delikan, LicAc

  • Level 3 Sports Massage Diploma (ITEC)

  • Reiki Level 1 Certificate - Michael Kauffman

  • Certified Natural Foods Chef - Natural Gourmet Institute

  • RYT-200 Yoga Certification  - Shoshoni Yoga Center