Acupuncture is a key part of Chinese Medicine, with origins that can be traced back thousands of years. Treatment involves the use of very thin stainless-steel needles (often as thin as a hair) inserted at specific points on the body. These points aren't only related to muscles, tendons, nerves or areas of pain, but to the channels or meridians that move Qi and blood through the entire body. Over 120 conditions are recognised by the World Health Organisation as benefitting from acupuncture, and in clinic each week people come in seeking support for a range of different things.

You can choose from the following acupuncture options:

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• General support (includes chronic or acute conditions)

• Fertility focus (for women and men, including IVF support)

• Pregnancy and post-partum care

• Facial acupuncture for TMJ problems, tight jaw, facial pain and tooth grinding.

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There are now longer appointment options too. 

Chinese Herbal Medicine - leaves, twigs, roots, shoots, flowers, berries, seeds and/or shells are used in combinations, in either dried "raw herb", granule, or pill form to help put you on track to better health. In clinic Tina uses mostly granulated herbs for the convenience of patients. No animal products (except shells) or endangered species are used, and many of the herbs can be used in cooking and taste delicious (click here to read more about herbs).

The seasons change around us, and as they do, so do our specific nutritional, nourishment and health needs. Learn how to eat intuitively for where you are at in this present moment. Help align yourself not only with the seasons and cycles of the Earth, but understand which foods will be most helpful and nutritious for you at different times, based on the 5 Element food system. Please note: this way of eating is gentle, body positive, culturally inclusive, and supportive of your body's nourishment needs. It is not about dieting, fasting or detoxifying. We don't see foods as "clean" or "dirty" but work with you to establish a healthy, pleasurable relationship with food and eating. 

Living in harmony with Nature helps to promote health and longevity. It can also help us live a happier, more satisfying life. Learn how to balance your inner and outer environment by taking sleep, work, intimacy, exercise, breathing and emotions into consideration. Note: this is not a replacement for psychology or mental health support. 

The study of planetary/seasonal influences, and the Five Elements (fire, earth, metal, water, wood) on individual health and well-being is an important part of the core teachings of Chinese Medicine. Just as the moon and the planets can be useful for understanding what to plant in a garden and when, so too can the cosmos be looked at and listened to for practical tips on how to live a more healthy and fulfilling life. We will begin the session with a brief meditation and then work our way through the key stories in your star-chart from an Eastern and Western astrological perspective, looking at archetypes, patterns and themes as well as the elements or energies you are most aligned with, and what that might mean as you journey through life. Tina has over 20 years experience working with astrology, and draws on a combination of astrological, symbolic, psychological and mystical traditions in her readings. Sessions are also available for children, and can be done for a parent or care giver. Readings take place either face to face, over the phone, or via Zoom. They are between 60-180 mins in length. Please reach out for further info.