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In this customer spotlight, we speak with a Catherine Laverty from Acupuncture Point, a holistic health clinic offering acupuncture and naturopathy treatments. With over 15 years of experience, alongside a background in nursing, the business combines western medicine with Chinese medicine. Acupuncture Point deliver personalised care for a wide range of health concerns, everything from fertility and pain to anxiety, digestion and general wellbeing, with a special focus on pregnancy related matters.
Two and a half years ago, Catherine made the move to Nesta Business Centres Sandyford to set up an independent clinic after returning from maternity leave. Since then, it has provided a convenient, welcoming space for both Catherine and clients, supporting a smooth return to running a private practice.
In the interview below, Catherine shares her journey back into self-employment, why she chose Nesta, and how the space has supported her day-to-day work.
Tell us a bit about your business, what you do and who you help.
“I treat people using acupuncture and naturopathy, addressing a variety of health complaints. I’ve been an acupuncturist for 15 years, and previously worked as a registered nurse. I combine my western medicine and Chinese medicine knowledge to provide holistic, individualised treatments. Some of the most common reasons people come for acupuncture include fertility, pregnancy and pre-birth treatments, pain, anxiety, digestive complaints, migraine and general well-being”
What was going on in your business when you decided you needed a serviced office?
“I had been working with colleagues since returning from maternity leave, and wanted to run my own clinic again, like I had prior to having children”
What made Nesta the right fit for you?
“It’s very convenient location wise for myself, as well as my clients as it’s close to Luas stops, and the M50. There is parking available which is very helpful too”
How long have you been based at Nesta Business Centre?
“Two and a half years”
What’s been the biggest benefit of being based at Nesta?
“Location, clean, and friendly environment”
How has having a professional space supported your day-to-day work or growth?
“Clients have commented on the convenient location, as well as having parking available”.
What do you value most about being part of the Nesta community?
“Helpful and friendly Nesta staff, as well as other people who have offices in the complex.”
Do you have any exciting plans, launches or milestones coming up that you’d like to share?
“10% discount for first treatment when you mention LinkedIn”
What would you say to another business considering moving into a serviced office or storage unit at Nesta?
“I have found it to be a very happy workplace, and the Nesta staff are always very helpful. Having flexible work hours and access to the office is also very helpful.”
Serviced Offices at Nesta
Acupuncture Point’s journey to Nesta is a great example of how the right space can support both professional and personal transitions. After returning from maternity leave, having a flexible, fully serviced office made it possible to step back into running an independent clinic without the pressure of a traditional lease.
With a convenient location close to the Luas and M50, on-site parking, and a friendly, supportive environment, Nesta provides a professional setting that works for both businesses and their clients.
For practitioners and small business owners alike, having a dedicated space that’s easy to access and ready to use can make all the difference to day-to-day operations and long-term growth.
If you’re considering a move, a serviced office at Nesta offers the flexibility, simplicity, and community to help your business thrive.
