Aleisha mATTHEWS (Rasheed)
Doctor of Chinese medicine, registered acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist
Aleisha is a warm and caring practitioner dedicated to improving the health and physical condition of her patients.
Aleisha is a university-trained and nationally registered acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese medicine with a bachelor of applied science in Human Biology which she received with distinction. Aleisha combines her knowledge of western medical science with traditional Chinese medicine to form a holistic understanding of her patient’s health concerns.
Aleisha’s approach to treatment is based on the philosophy that the state of a person’s health is the result of their physical condition, emotional well-being, diet, exercise, lifestyle and relationships. She recognises that each individual is different and provides each patient with a personalised healthcare and treatment plan.
- Fertility and IVF
- Women's health and pregnancy
- Acute an chronic pain
- Migraines
- Hay fever
- Anxiety and sleep disorders
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree Chinese medicine RMIT University
- Bachelor degree Human Biology RMIT University
- Clinical internship Nanjing Jiangsu Provincial Hospital China
- Member of Australian Health Practitioner Association (AHPRA/ CMBA)
- Member of Australian Acupuncture and Chinese medicine Association
Jessica Lawson
Doctor of Chinese medicine, registered acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist
Jessica (she/her) is a registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner with a BHSc (Chinese Medicine) from Torrens University.
Jessica understands the importance of providing a safe space for people to feel seen and heard, and that this is particularly important when it comes to health.
Jessica was first drawn to Chinese Medicine when she faced her own health challenges with digestive health and acne. After experiencing the benefits of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, she was inspired to learn more about this ancient healing art. Jessica brings this personal insight along with her academic knowledge to her practice.
Jessica recognises the importance of the body’s natural ability to heal itself when supported by the right principles but she also understands the strength of an integrative approach to medicine in the modern world.
Jessica is prepared to support people dealing with diverse and complex health issues, as well as those maintaining general health and wellbeing through preventative treatments. She is especially interested in supporting people with chronic health conditions, as well as menstrual health, digestive health and fatigue.
Qualifications & Registrations
Chinese Medicine Registration Board (CMBA)
Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA)
Giulia Chiro
Doctor of Chinese medicine, registered acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist
With a strong belief that all individuals deserve warmth, care and healing, Giulia is dedicated to providing empathetic, intuitive, evidence-based and results driven care for her patients. You will always be met with compassion and understanding in the treatment room with Giulia.
Giulia was drawn to Chinese Medicine both through her work in a Chinese Medicine Clinic as a Receptionist, and through her own health journey being treated with Acupuncture and Herbal medicine. After experiencing and seeing the positive results for herself, and with 6 years of prior study in the alternative health field, she made the decision to undertake Chinese Medicine and never looked back. Giulia is also trained in both Shiatsu Massage and as a Yoga Teacher, and uses this to inform her gentle treatments.
Giulia employs a gentle acupuncture technique working to provide as much support to the patient as possible.
Treatments with Giulia can include Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Cupping, Moxibustion, Gua Sha and specialised Cosmetic Acupuncture treatments.
Areas of interest:
- Pelvic Pain
- Menstrual health
- Skin health
- Sleep, energy & fatigue
- Stress, anxiety & emotional well-being
Suzi Craig
Doctor of Chinese medicine, registered acupuncturist & Chinese herbalist, Masters in Reproductive Medicine
Dr Suzi Craig is a Chinese Medicine practitioner and a Women’s health consultant. For the last 10 years Suzi has been working in private practice assisting women with various concerns including trying to conceive (either naturally or using assisted reproduction services), women who have irregular cycles or painful periods and cycles, women who have symptoms associated with suspected hormonal fluctuations that may look like mood swings, emotional or personality changes or sleep issues, and women who experience skin changes including acne or premature ageing. Following a consultation she then looks at potential underlying cause and then discusses management strategies. These can include looking at diet, stress levels, sleep concerns, or working with a GP or specialist for further intervention. As a Chinese medicine practitioner she includes acupuncture, supplements and herbal medicine when these are warranted in your treatment plan.
At the end of 2021 Suzi completed her Masters in Reproductive Medicine through UNSW. This degree has provided her with the tools to access and better understand the most up to date research on areas, not just within assisted reproduction, but also menopause treatments and contraception, as well as complex conditions like PCOS and endometriosis.
For the women and couples that come in to see her she feels well equipped to guide and assist with complex health issues. Suzi likes to use an integrated approach when looking at health and appreciates the relationships and teams she has joined to create positive health changes in her patients already.
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Qualifications
- Bachelor degree Chinese medicine RMIT University
- Bachelor degree Human Biology RMIT University
- Masters in Reproductive medicine, UNSW
- Clinical internship Nanjing Jiangsu Provincial Hospital China
- Member of Australian Health Practitioner Association (AHPRA/ CMBA)
- Member of Australian Acupuncture and Chinese medicine Association
