Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Whole-Body Balance
At Akasha Integrative Health, we offer a traditional yet scientifically grounded approach to care that supports and nourishes the body through Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. These therapies have been practised for thousands of years and continue to play a powerful role in modern health care. By gently stimulating the body’s natural energy systems, they encourage balance, vitality, and lasting wellbeing.
Our Manly-based acupuncture practitioners integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with contemporary diagnostic understanding to help you restore harmony across mind, body and spirit.
The Philosophy Behind Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine views health as a continuous flow of energy, known as Qi, moving through pathways called meridians. When this energy becomes blocked or imbalanced, symptoms of illness, pain, or emotional disharmony may arise.
Acupuncture and herbal medicine work to restore this flow, addressing not only the immediate condition but also the underlying patterns contributing to it.
This holistic perspective recognises that emotional well-being, lifestyle, and physical health are deeply connected.
At Akasha, our goal is to create lasting results by supporting your body’s natural restorative processes rather than simply masking symptoms.
What to Expect During Your Treatment
Your first acupuncture session begins with a detailed consultation where we explore your health history, current symptoms, and lifestyle. This allows our practitioner to identify the energetic imbalances contributing to your concerns.
Fine, sterile needles are then gently inserted into specific points on the body to stimulate energy flow, release blockages, and support the body’s natural recovery.
Most clients find the treatment deeply relaxing, often leaving the clinic feeling lighter, calmer, and re-energised.
Follow-up sessions are tailored to your progress, with adjustments in treatment points, herbal support, and lifestyle recommendations as your body begins to restore balance.
Conditions Supported by Acupuncture
Neck, back, shoulder, and joint pain
Sports injuries and muscle strain
Headaches and migraines
Anxiety, stress, and emotional imbalance
Fertility and menstrual irregularities
Sleep disturbances and fatigue
Digestive discomfort and bloating
Immune and respiratory support
Chinese Herbal Medicine for Internal Balance
Alongside acupuncture, we offer Chinese Herbal Medicine to support internal rejuvenation and strengthen the body’s natural defences.
Herbal formulas are prescribed based on your unique constitution and symptoms, addressing the root cause of imbalance rather than surface-level relief.
Chinese herbs are used to nourish the organs, regulate hormones, and support the nervous and digestive systems.
Our qualified practitioners ensure all herbal products meet Australian safety standards and are carefully selected for quality and effectiveness.
Fertility and Reproductive Health Support
Acupuncture is increasingly sought after for its role in fertility enhancement and reproductive health. By improving blood circulation, balancing hormones, and reducing stress, it helps create an optimal environment for conception and healthy pregnancy.
TCM can also be used to support men’s reproductive health, improve sperm quality, and enhance vitality.
Many clients choose acupuncture alongside IVF or medical fertility treatments as a complementary therapy that supports emotional and physical wellbeing throughout the process.
Pain and Injury Rehabilitation
Acupuncture is highly effective in relieving acute and chronic pain. By stimulating specific points, it increases blood flow, releases endorphins, and reduces inflammation. Our practitioners may combine acupuncture with dry needling, or motor point activation to accelerate recovery.
Whether you are an athlete, recovering from an injury, or managing chronic pain, this approach promotes more efficient recovery, improved mobility, and optimal health.
Meet Our Acupuncture Practitioners
DR Amrit Dean
Registered Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
With 10 years experience as a registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbalism, plus 20 years experience as a qualified Remedial Massage Therapist, you can be assured that you will be in good hands. Amrit has also trained in other modalities such as lymphatic drainage, myofascial release, trigger point, reflexology, zen thai shiatsu, kahuna, and various energy healing therapies. She offers moxibustion, cupping and hot stone therapy in her treatments.
She can support your immune system, digestion, sleep, mental health, metabolism, pain and injuries. She has a clinical focus on women’s health for all ages, from menstrual cycle regulation for teens, to hormone balancing for PCOS, endometriosis and menopause. If you are on your journey to parenthood, Amrit will calm and relax you with evidence based treatments for fertility and pregnancy. You and your baby will be in safe hands with 20 years experience practicing pregnancy massage and reflexology and postgraduate studies with midwives, she offers you comprehensive pre and post-natal care.
When applying Acupuncture, she uses massage strokes and acupressure to prepare the area, along with guided breathing to bring you into the present. She also offers an integrated acupuncture remedial massage and treatment with hot stone deep tissue release. Her treatments have a hands on healing approach which is nurturing, deeply relaxing, thorough and effective. If you wish she will take the time to stay with you in the room to make sure you are comfortable at all times.
Charles Jwa
Registered Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbal Medicine Practitioner
Charles Jwa is a highly experienced practitioner of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, with more than 25 years of clinical practice supporting patients with pain management, chronic health conditions, and overall wellbeing.
His academic training uniquely bridges modern medical science and traditional healing systems, holding a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Sydney, a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) from the University of Technology Sydney, and a Master of Health Science (Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine) from UTS.
A preventative, whole-person approach
Charles believes the future of healthcare lies in preventive medicine — identifying and addressing subtle imbalances before they develop into chronic illness. His treatments combine acupuncture, herbal medicine, and clinical assessment to strengthen the body’s natural resilience and restore balance.
Experienced, patient-centred care
For more than two decades Charles operated his own clinics in Eastwood, Sydney, building a reputation for thoughtful, personalised care. His consultations are thorough and collaborative, focusing not only on symptom relief but also on education and lifestyle strategies that support long-term health.
Qualifications & Professional Roles
- Master of Health Science (Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine) – UTS
- Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) – UTS
- Bachelor of Medical Science – University of Sydney
- Accredited Practitioner – Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
- Former President – Korean-Australian Oriental Medicine Association (KAOMA)
Rebalance Your Body and Mind
Whether you’re seeking relief from pain, support for fertility, or overall well-being, Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can help restore the flow of energy that keeps your body and mind in harmony.
At Akasha, our practitioners provide a safe and nurturing environment where ancient wisdom meets modern care.