The NADA Acudetox (Ear Acupuncture) Protocol

The NADA Protocol is a non-verbal approach to healing.

Benefits of NADA

  • Reduced cravings for alcohol and drugs, including nicotine
  • Minimized withdrawal symptoms
  • Increased calmness, better sleep, and less agitation
  • Relief from stress and emotional trauma
  • An easier connection with counseling
  • A discovery of inner quiet and strength
Every state in the U.S. has its own licensure and scope of practice laws for acupuncture.  Initially, only licensed acupuncturists, physicians, and chiropractors licensed in Utah were eligible to train in the NADA Acudetox protocol. As of 2022, nurses, physician assistants, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, substance use disorder counselors, and clinical mental health counselors are also eligible to provide NADA 5-point ear acupuncture under Utah law.  NADA is also used internationally in a variety of settings.

NADA involves gently placing up to five tiny, sterilized disposable needles into specific sites on each ear.  The recipients sit quietly in a group setting for 30-45 minutes allowing the treatment to take effect.  NADA ear acupuncture is an adjunct therapy that is clinically effective, cost-efficient, drug-free, and compatible cross-culturally.


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