Yes, acupuncture, especially when combined with other forms of Functional Medicine, can help release stored trauma. The treatment is believed to stimulate the body’s energy pathways, unblocking any “stagnant” energy that may be contributing to emotional or physical trauma.
For more information on how acupuncture can help release stored trauma, the Pacific College of Health and Science offers an in-depth article. A study published in PLOS ONE also discusses the role of acupuncture in treating emotional trauma.