Scott Stephens Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Scott Stephens Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Scott is a registered practitioner providing Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine to help yo Then and now this still delights and inspires me.

About

My interest in Chinese Medicine began many years ago when I found the great benefits of acupuncture in treating my own health concerns and seeing results of others close to me. Realising for myself that by using this age-old medicine it enables/activates your own body’s innate ability to heal itself. When the body is in imbalance causing you pain or discomfort, my main priority as a practit

ioner is to get you back to being pain free or relieving your discomfort, whatever that may be. I understand that restoring your health will get you back to doing the everyday things that you enjoy most. In diagnosing and treating your condition I will use my knowledge and the appropriate methods which will be most effective for your presenting condition, allowing your body to reclaim its balance and recover from the disharmony in which it finds itself. My philosophy is to always create a relationship within a supportive and safe environment for my patients, where we can both work on getting the greatest benefits and lasting results for you. An individual and tailored treatment plan will be established unique to your individual condition. I hope that I can be of service to you in the near future. Special interests:

Digestive/Autoimmune disorders

Men's Health

Paediatrics

Got an unreliable gut?It’s fair to say that most of us have ups and downs with our digestive health. If you are finding ...
16/04/2026

Got an unreliable gut?

It’s fair to say that most of us have ups and downs with our digestive health. If you are finding the downs are more frequent that the ups and that your unreliable gut is impacting life it could be that you are one of the 1 in 5 Australians that have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

This month is IBS awareness month and the 2026 focus is breaking down the stigma, encouraging further investigations and sharing options for support. With this in mind we wanted to let you know how could help you manage IBS.

Traditional Chinese Medicine views IBS as our bodies response to another underlying imbalance. There are many different dietary, lifestyle or internal imbalances that could result in a patient experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms. Some common considerations are:

* Mental health issues inclusive of stress, anxiety and depression
* Dietary considerations inclusive of irritant foods, overeating, food intolerances, food poisoning, lactose intolerance
* Infection or ill health
* Hormonal imbalances
* Allergic responses
* Reactions to medications
* Genetic factors

The flow on affects of an unhappy gut are many and varied. When our digestive system, the primary source of our energy, is in disarray the results can stretch beyond the expected bowel changes and tummy pain and begin to include symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, irritation and an unsettled mind.

To experience long term resolution of the symptoms of IBS it’s essential to discover and treat the root cause of the imbalance.

If you would like to learn more about how Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help support IBS you can find great information on our website. I’ll put a blog link in my story.

Got a question specific to your experience of IBS? Reach out anytime online or by calling us on (03)59061494.

Slight change in hours at next week to allow some extra family time as the school holidays wrap up.Clinic hours Monday ...
11/04/2026

Slight change in hours at next week to allow some extra family time as the school holidays wrap up.

Clinic hours Monday 13th - Saturday 18th April:

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 17th 9am - 1pm
Saturday 18th - CLOSED

We are booked up and busy all next week so if you need treatment book ahead online! Desperate for a session sooner? Just get in touch for a waitlist time.

If you enjoy spice then Autumn is the month to indulge!Pull out the slow cooker and check out this seasons newsletter t...
10/04/2026

If you enjoy spice then Autumn is the month to indulge!

Pull out the slow cooker and check out this seasons newsletter to find out what you need in it!

Newsletter link in bio and story.

Whole family healthcare My favourite thing about the way I practice is the diversity I get in my days. I’m a general pr...
10/03/2026

Whole family healthcare

My favourite thing about the way I practice is the diversity I get in my days. I’m a general practitioner in that sense, bringing Traditional Chinese Medicine solutions to the whole family. The best days for me include all things from babies through to seniors health and all life stage in between! This week’s clinic bookings are certainly a reflection of that!

If you are wondering the sort of health concerns I can help with here is just a snap shot of my week:

Back pain ✨ Stress ✨ Fertility support ✨ Bells Palsy ✨ Mental health support ✨ Chronic pain management ✨ Insomnia ✨ Pregnancy support ✨ Neck pain ✨ Injury recovery ✨ Digestive health ✨ Knee pain ✨ Tennis elbow ✨ Dermatitis ✨ Anxiety ✨ PCOS ✨ Hay fever ✨ Menopause ✨ Headache & Migraine ✨

Don’t forget we have new hours in clinic!
Monday - Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday - 9am - 3pm
Saturday - 10am - 1pm

You can book online or by giving us a call on (03)59061494

Happy New Year from February 17th marks the Chinese New Year and the beginning of the year of the Fire Horse.Over the p...
17/02/2026

Happy New Year from

February 17th marks the Chinese New Year and the beginning of the year of the Fire Horse.

Over the past few weeks many of us have awaited the Chinese New Year with anticipation. We have all felt ready to shed the year that was the Yin Wood Snake and welcome the energy of the Yang Fire Horse.

The Horse is well regaled in Chinese culture. It symbolises courage and success.

2026 brings an expectation that the arrival of the Fire Horse will awaken us. It will spark inspiration, a forward moving (sometimes impulsive) nature & bold action.

The coming year is certainly looking like no time to be hesitant or indecisive! It could be your work, your relationships, your passions or your health. 2026 is shaping up to be the year to be decisive and take action!

Are you born in the year of the horse? These years (along with 2026) include:
1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014

Characteristics of people born in the year of the horse -
Just generally being more lively and upbeat about life! They wear their heart on their sleeve and are social. Other traits are strength and independence.
Fire Horses tend to be particularly energetic and enthusiastic.

Is health going to be a focus for you in the coming year? Let us support you at

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Valentines Day is around the corner so I thought I’d share a little about our Shen which you could consider to be likene...
12/02/2026

Valentines Day is around the corner so I thought I’d share a little about our Shen which you could consider to be likened to our spirit, consciousness or intellect.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective the Heart, along with providing the physical actions of circulating the blood houses the Shen.

The Shen is involved in the organisation of thoughts and memory. It’s also connected to our wisdom and ability to process information. This means any imbalance of Heart Qi, be it excess or deficiency will impact the Shen.

In particular balanced Heart Qi and healthy Shen is of vital importance for our sound mental health.

I would consider that a patient may be experiencing a disturbance of Shen if they presented with the following symptoms:

🫥pale lack lustre complexion
🫢poor appetite
😣digestive disturbances
😴insomnia or poor sleep quality
😨recurrent dreaming
🤔forgetfulness
🥹mood or mental health imbalances

Happily acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can be very supportive to gently yet effectively resolve the deficiencies of the Heart Qi and the Shen.

Feel like you may benefit from some acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine? I have a few appointments still available for next week. Bookings can be made online or by calling (03) 5906 1494

Thanks to Bendigo Bank Healesville for lending your window for the month of February 👍
03/02/2026

Thanks to Bendigo Bank Healesville for lending your window for the month of February 👍

Let’s talk about men’s fertility support.Awareness around the importance of men’s health in the area of fertility is slo...
29/01/2026

Let’s talk about men’s fertility support.

Awareness around the importance of men’s health in the area of fertility is slowly growing, as it should be.

Unfortunately it’s still extremely common however that when couples encounter trouble with conception most of the investigation and medical support is focused on the female. It’s is essential that the health of both the male and female is considered so you can ensure energy, time and money is channeled in the right direction.

Too many times I see women in clinic at who have been trying to fall pregnant for an extended period of time with little or no attention given to the health of her partner.

Male fertility is an area when great changes can be made to improve s***m health. This will involve support with acupuncture and herbs along with a strong focus on lifestyle and diet.

For optimal results it’s likely I’ll be suggesting some significant changes. This can be overwhelming but it is a really important step to starting a family and something I can offering you support and guidance with. Ensuring you are set up for success.

Regardless of if you are trying to fall pregnant naturally or if it’s IVF assisted the 3 months leading up to conception is a critical period for men’s health.

In most cases by working on your reproductive health we are going to come across many other areas of imbalance that we will improve and you might surprise yourself by feeling so good that you choose to maintain many of the recommendations we implement.

The message here is that if you have decided that now or in the near future you would like to start a family then you really must make sure you are in the best version of health first. For pregnancy success but also for yourself, your partner and your future child.

How are you planning to maintain good health body and mind in 2026?In 16th century China the Traditional Chinese Medicin...
23/01/2026

How are you planning to maintain good health body and mind in 2026?

In 16th century China the Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner of the house would be paid only if the household remained healthy. Should the patient become ill the doctor would continue care however payment would cease until health resumed!

This focussed on a system of preventive care rather than one of symptom fixing.

Here’s a few TCM tips to build a healthier 2026:

FOOD AND ALCOHOL
⚖️Aim for balance rather than elimination. TCM suggests seasonal eating, a balance of energies and flavours. Get to know foods, their energetic qualities and nutritional value.
🍲 Eat light and easily digested foods for a happy Spleen and Stomach.
🍷 Overconsumption of alcohol will certainly negatively impact health particularly if you have any inflammatory conditions.

SLEEP:
☯️ A good sleep routine is essential for yin yang balance.
😴 Yin reaches its peak and begins to transform between 11pm and 1am so it’s ideal to be experiencing deep sleep at this stage.
🥱 Yang reaches its peak in the afternoon and begins to transform to yin making an afternoon nap not lazy but an excellent practice.
🌼 Adjusting your routine to the season is best. In Spring and Summer rising early with the sun and retiring later makes more sense. In Autumn and Winter when the yin is dominant and the days shorten so should your wakeful hours.

WORK AND REST:
🧐 Does your body prefer yin or yang activity? Listen to your bodies responses to movement.
🧘 An excess of exercise can impact liver and kidneys so TCM promotes gentle exercise such as yoga, walking, swimming, tai chi.
🤯 An excessive work load mentally will impact the shen (spirit) and damage the liver and spleen so be aware of weariness of body and mind.

CLOTHING:
🧣Always dress for the weather! Layers are a TCM must. Necks and lower backs should always be protected from an external chill.

LIVING SURROUNDINGS:
🏡 How do you feel in your home? Does it promote health? Do you feel comfortable, creative, energetic and vital? If not why?
Establishing a home space with a good “feng shui” can make a substantial difference to your health.

19/01/2026

The healing power of nature cannot be overstated.

When we feel like the world is racing around us, as it does at this time of year it is easy to become overwhelmed. It’s at these times when we feel like we have so little time that scheduling in activities that help you slow down is essential.

Yesterday the fam took a long weekend and had a refreshing beach day down at Somers.

There is nothing quite as soothing, as grounding (and as cost effective) as being outdoors for our health.

There is an ancient Chinese technique I have spoken of before called ‘earthing’, the roots of which can be traced back thousands of years. It’s an amazing way to slow the mind and stimulate optimal flow of Qi.

When we practice earthing, we soak up the electrons from the Earth. It’s well researched that these electrons provide physiological changes within our bodies with the side effects including pain reduction and improved sleep!

From the TCM point of view earthing works to strengthen and stimulate our Kidney energy. Kidney energy is considered vital to good health and a weakness of our Kidney energy can impact on a multitude of health issues.

Earthing is also a wonderful tool for quieting the mind. In our busy lives we are being bombarded with fear, stress and constant change. This drains our energy pool.

So, you want to know how do you do it?

Well the most simple and inexpensive way to earth is to just get outdoors barefoot! Moisture is an excellent conductor so a river bed (of which Healesville has plenty), wet grass or if you have time for a drive, the beach will give you the optimal earthing experience.

Today we are back in clinic feeling recharged and ready for the busy week ahead!

If you need an appointment we have a few small gaps that will not appear online so call us on (03)59061494 to make one of them yours.

Gold Plated Diode Rings. Another tool I use at These stunning rings offer a my patients a non invasive pain therapy tha...
12/01/2026

Gold Plated Diode Rings. Another tool I use at

These stunning rings offer a my patients a non invasive pain therapy that some of you may have already encountered in our treatment rooms.

What is a diode?

A diode is an electrical component that conducts electricity in one direction only.

What’s that got to do with Traditional Chinese Medicine?

According to Traditional Chinese medicine, our energy travels around our bodies via pathways called meridians. When we treat imbalances with acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine we are working to restore optimal energy flow along those meridians.

How do Diode Rings work?

The Diode rings work with the ion flow of the body to produce an optimal healing current. They can be applied locally or on the finger or toes for a distal treatment. The rings deliver a micro stimulation to manipulate stagnant energy which is a common cause of pain and imbalance. By stimulating the skin and underlying tissue they assist in improving the flow of energy around the body.

What are Diode rings good for?

Diode rings are particularly effective at aiding in the relief of inflammation, reduction of swelling, treatment of bruises, and aiding healing of bone and ligament issues.

Treatment at extends far beyond acupuncture needles. Got pain? Give us a call on (03)59061494 or book online today.

Exhausted? Mental Fog? Poor appetite? Pale?Blood deficiency in some form is one of the most common patterns affecting ou...
07/01/2026

Exhausted? Mental Fog? Poor appetite? Pale?

Blood deficiency in some form is one of the most common patterns affecting our female patients at

Blood has a multitude of important supporting, nourishing, warming and moisturising functions for the body.

When our blood is not nourished and supported it becomes deficient and stagnant.

What does blood deficiency look like?

Menstrual irregularities
Gynaecological conditions
Absent periods
Fatigue
Insomnia
Pale skin tone
Pale gums
Palpitations
Dizziness upon standing
Floaters in your eyes
Cold extremities
Slow healing
Poor immunity
Loss of appetite

In your blood tests Western Medicine will potentially see results reflecting low iron and low ferritin with these symptoms.

In clinic we can work with the body and the cycle to move, build, tonify and nourish the blood.

In this scenario I would suggest using a supplement such as Best of the Bone Beef Liver capsules along side Chinese Herbal therapy and acupuncture. With this combined approach we can make a lot of positive change in supporting those areas of deficiency and boosting Qi.

If any of these symptoms sound familiar then you can read more on our blog ‘Let’s talk about Women’s Health and Blood Deficiency’ or give us a call on (03)59061494

Address

505 Maroondah Highway
Healesville, VIC
3777

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

+61359061494

Website

https://red-bridge-acupuncture-healesville.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

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