Soma Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Soma Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Soma Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is an allied health clinic offering acupuncture, cupping, and herbal medicine to our local community.

We support our patients by incorporating traditional and modern knowledge to support the body as a whole.

While I was away, I walked nonstop - from morning to evening, just kept going (usually to my next food stop 😋).I noticed...
26/04/2026

While I was away, I walked nonstop - from morning to evening, just kept going (usually to my next food stop 😋).

I noticed a huge change in how my body felt and functioned - my hips freed up, my core became stronger, my breathing improved...

Then I noticed these things again when I returned home, how my body differed in my daily practices, how much more I sit... alas we must work and complete daily tasks, it is the way of the world.

But it was a reminder of how important movement is... regular, bountiful movement. And the profound effects it has on the body. Whether it's before work, between emails, during your break, after work, after dinner... add it in! As much as you can!!

If you feel drained during or after your movement, switch to a gentler activity (and come see me).

If you need inspiration or have a condition which prevents you from doing certain movements, reach out and I am more than happy to share suggestions.

24/04/2026

My key takeaways from my recent trip to Taiwan and China!!

I had so much fun exploring my old stomping grounds - so much has changed!
.. Except for their deep-rooted customs and traditions! I loved diving into the traditional foods, language, social culture, and navigating my way through the cities.

Here are a few things I loved experiencing in Shanghai, Taipei, and Taichung.

If you need travel tips ever... Reach out! I have lists for you ☺️

26/03/2026

Skin conditions are often a reflection of what's happening inside you!

In clinic, I'll take a dive into your internal operations to see why inflammation, oils, and dryness are coming to your surface.

We'll then redirect internal traffic to regulate your:
🔸 fluid metabolism
🔸 inflammation
🔸 nervous system
🔸 hormones
🔸 circulation

One of my favourite ways to increase hydration in our bodies is to increase the fluid in our foods -

Reduce drying breads, caffeine, roasted and fried foods and input more soups, steamed and boiled veggies, and cooked fruits! 🍲

Cooked pears are great for internal and external hydration 🍐


26/03/2026

Most often, skin conditions are a manifestation of what's happening inside!

I take a look inside and see why the inflammation, oil, and dryness is coming to your surface 🧐

By redirecting internal traffic and strengthening the systems that support your skin, flare-ups become less intense and frequent.

We'll focus on your individual needs yet often will regulate your:
🔸 fluids
🔸 blood circulation
🔸 inflammation
🔸 stress levels
🔸 hormones

*A favourite tip of mine is to incorporate hydration through not only drink but also food!
Fewer drying breads and processed foods, fried and roasted foods, and more soups, steamed/boiled veggies, and cooked fruit!

Cooked pears are one of my favourites for inner and outer hydration 🍐

Reproductive health conditions are complex — and "just go on the pill" isn't always the answer.Finding support for your ...
15/03/2026

Reproductive health conditions are complex — and "just go on the pill" isn't always the answer.

Finding support for your health shouldn't feel like a battle ⚔️

Through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and tailored lifestyle support, I've seen real change — both in my own experience and in the patients I work with every day. Relief from symptoms. Better function. More ease.

You deserve care that listens to you and your body 😌


(This applies to any other hormonal methods as well)A peek into what the pill's synthetic hormones are doing and how to ...
12/03/2026

(This applies to any other hormonal methods as well)

A peek into what the pill's synthetic hormones are doing and how to best transition off them (if you decide to do so) 💊

If you're NOT currently on contraception, there are some tips in here on how to better understand and support your cycle 🩸

Including tracking, food support and acupuncture 📈

The menstrual cycle is a reflection of what's going on inside our bodies. Internal imbalances will reflect in your cycle length, bleed volume, consistency, pain levels, PMS symptoms, discharge, and more 🏋🏽‍♀️

Understand your symptoms and you'll gain insight into what your body is calling out for! 👂🏽

Lifestyle habits that were drilled into us growing up --My dive into TCM helped me understand why Chinese medicine and c...
03/03/2026

Lifestyle habits that were drilled into us growing up --

My dive into TCM helped me understand why

Chinese medicine and culture is all about prevention --

Preventing fatigue
period pain
headaches
digestive issues
low immunity
chronic pain

These are small things you can do to support your body and its functions

19/02/2026

How I got into acupuncture and Chinese medicine:

Mutiple herniated discs, sciatica, fatigue

What has majorly improved my chronic low back pain?

1. Movement - strengthening, mobility, stretching - find a professional to train you with the correct movements for you, this knowledge will save you for the rest of your life! 🤸🏽‍♀️

2. Diet - eat for your body, ask a practitioner, listen to your body's responses... and warm cooked foods! Eat breakfast and eat before coffee 🍳

3. Stress management - direct links of stress and inflammation - change the little things in your daily routines to bring you less stress in your day and incorporate techniques to mitigate current stressors 😌

4. Heat - keep your lower back, abdomen, and feet warm - improves circulation and organ function! 🔥

5. Deep breathing - improves posture and circulation to lower body 🫁

6. Acupuncture and herbal medicine - breaking chronic pain cycles, balancing dysregulation, improving circulation locally 🌿

The whole-body approach to healing my chronic pain has also improved my body function as a whole - my thyroid and iron levels improved, energy increased, digestion settled, and I feel more grounded overall.


Feb 17 - we've reached the start of the Lunar New year on this second new moon of the year. New year traditions leave be...
16/02/2026

Feb 17 - we've reached the start of the Lunar New year on this second new moon of the year. New year traditions leave behind negative energy and welcome good luck, prosperity, and health in the new year 🧧🧨

The Yang-Fire Horse brings a strong energy - fuelling fire and stirring up dormant energies 🌋

When fires blaze too strong, there can be overstimulation, inflammation, restlessness, burnout. Take care to integrate practises to avoid riding the momentum of the Fire Horse year 😌

Yet, it also stokes the energy to initiate - start new projects, take risks, speak out.
Utilise this type of Fire to support movement down a new path! 🔥

I wish you all a very prosperous, healthy, beautiful new year and relay my deep gratitude for your trust in me and your endeavours in self-care ☺️

Three-quarters through summer & just past the Lunar New Year, we come to a night that allows the hyperactivity of summer...
09/02/2026

Three-quarters through summer & just past the Lunar New Year, we come to a night that allows the hyperactivity of summer to ease and quiet.

Led by Tiff through a collection of Yin Yoga poses to open your body, followed by acupuncture, you'll close your week and drift through summer's final months with clarity and calm.

Bring a friend, bring family

Fri Feb 27th 7.30-9pm
Hip Hop Yoga Studio
Brunswick East

27/01/2026

Top TCM tips that will upgrade your life 👆🏽

Instead of funnelling funds into the newest trend or quick fix, let's focus on what the body already knows 🤔

When we listen to our bodies and turn towards the basics, recovery becomes more sustainable and long-lasting. Symptoms soften, energy lifts, emotions, regulate, and hormones balance- feeling more like yourself.

TCM is not just pain-relief or a bandaid, it's facing your relationship with your body and asking it to come back to balance.

A few simple practices to incorporate daily:
1. Eat warm cooked foods (and not on-the-go!) 🍲
2. Be fast asleep by 11pm 😴
3. Eat a warm breakfast (6-9am) 🍳
4. Live seasonally - rest more in Winter, wake/sleep with the sun, eat seasonal fruits/veg ☀️
5. Gentle walk post-meals 🚶🏽‍♀️

And one of my favourites- go look at green (trees, grass) and the clouds - lay in a park 🌳

Over time, your daily state will level up - fewer symptoms, lifted calm energy, more grounded 😌


How do I know if I'm ovulating? If I have hormonal imbalances? If you're unsure, I'll probably get you to start tracking...
19/01/2026

How do I know if I'm ovulating? If I have hormonal imbalances?

If you're unsure, I'll probably get you to start tracking your Basal Body Temperature (BBT)🌡️

BBT is your body's lowest rating temperature on wake. By analysing consecutive monthly charts, we can find patterns which help us:
🔸confirm ovulation présence/timing
🔸understand hormonal patterns
🔸identify irregular or anovulatory cycles
🔸support fertility, conception, and cycle health
🔸support Chinese medicine diagnosis and treatment

BBT is a mirror of TCM diagnosis, in chart form!

Reach out if you have any questions 📈

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452 High Street
Northcote, VIC
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Friday 7am - 1pm

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