Each of us has a unique pattern of causes and symptoms. The method used is also unique and usually involves a combination of approaches. Nature guides us. How you respond shows us the way. We continually adjust to the present. During each appointment we’ll reassess. Treatment is collaborative and gently nudges us in the right direction so qi can move towards a more balanced flow and healing occurs simply and naturally.

All information is relevant: physical, emotional, psychological, environmental aspects, lifestyle, work, exercise, eating habits, medications, supplements, surgeries, a full health history to the present. Every sign and symptom is interpreted in relation to others. All being connected. Everything shared is always confidential and without judgement.

Acupuncture is subtle. The needle obtains a sensation, Da Qi, on specific acupuncture points. These effect the flow of Qi through the meridians. This is the circulation that needs to be in motion for keeping us healthy, thriving and feeling at our best. Xiao Yao, Free Flow. When this flow is disrupted discomfort, unease, pain and disease can manifest. Our aim throughout is to restore and re-establish this Qi free flow.

As health is progressively restored, treatment can move more towards preventative health care/maintaining health once Xiao Yao, Free Flow is established again. Wobbles will naturally come our way with everyday ups and downs. Learning to be still and listen to our bodies helps us to easily re-establish balance again. 

Yang Sheng: Nourishment of Life: Living in Harmony with Nature

We may use one or more of the following methods and tools

  • Acupuncture

    Extremely fine, sterile, one-use only needles are used to stimulate specific acupuncture points. Less is often more.

  • Tuina

    Remedial massage. Acu-pressure. Tuning forks. Sound vibrations as an alternative to pressure or needles to stimulate acupuncture points.

  • Cupping & Gua Sha

    Promotes circulation. Removes excess and clears toxins. Both may leave temporary marking.

  • Moxa

    The herb mugwort. Used for its heating and moving qualities. Especially benefits cold and chronically stuck Qi. Infra-red heat is also an option as also warms, moves and heals at deep level.

  • Breathwork & Meditation

    Exercise guidance, including qigong – a moving meditation practice.

  • Pure Essential Oils

    Properties matched with acupuncture points or meridians. An east/west approach. 10ml roller bottle available to take home for continuation of treatment at home on specific areas and/or points.

  • Environment

    Finding harmony with our external surroundings. A feng shui focus.

  • Food Energetics

    Food as medicine prior to herbal formula. Looking at the whole food, the movement it creates, temperature, taste. Chinese medical approach being very similar to Ayurvedic/Indian nutritional therapy.

  • Herbal Formulas

    Traditional Chinese herbal formulas. In capsule form. Used secondary to food as medicine.

Examples of our focus

(often interrelated and connected)

  • Energy levels

  • Maintaining good health. Preventative health care.

  • Sleep quality

  • Circulation: Qi, blood, lymph

  • Digestion, gastro-intestinal, e.g. food sensitivities, IBS, weight

  • Immunity Wei Qi, our outermost defences

  • Musculo-skeletal. Acute and chronic.

  • Pre- and post-event, such as sporting activity, travel, embryo transfer, surgery

  • Respiratory, sinus, lung health

  • Post viral infections and post covid injections

  • Managing side effects of medications and re-establishing balance once reduced or stopped, like coming off the contraceptive pill or after a course of chemotherapy

  • Mood, stress, anxiety, mental and emotional support. All totally interrelated and inseparable to physical health. Regain motivation, enthusiasm, creativity, purpose.

  • Skin. Our outer reflection of within. Glow again.

  • Help with creating healthy habits as opposed to repetitive non-healthy choices and addictions

  • Detoxing – gently

  • Neurological, e.g. sciatica, Bells Palsy

  • Women’s health: Hormonal, fertility, pregnancy, post-natal care, menopause

  • Support through transitions and major life changes

  • Pro and radiant aging

  • Pediatric (babies to teenagers)

  • Urogenital symptoms, e.g. fluid retention, UTIs