Family Wellness Centre, Brookvale.
Acupuncture in Brookvale for Pain & Stress Support.
At Family Wellness Centre in Brookvale, acupuncture and TCM are used to manage your symptoms of pain & stress.
Care is tailored to the individual, with a focus on improving comfort, movement and overall wellbeing.
We look after patients from across the Northern Beaches, including Freshwater, Manly, Dee Why, Allambie and surrounding suburbs.
How we may support you.
Pain Relief
Acupuncture may assist with the management of musculoskeletal symptoms such as back pain, neck tension, headaches and jaw discomfort. We aim to reduce muscular tension and assist the body’s natural recovery processes.
Stress, Anxiety & Sleep support
Acupuncture may assist with the management of stress-related symptoms including sleep disturbance, fatigue, tension and nervous system dysregulation.
Digestion + Immune support
Chinese medicine may assist with symptoms related to fatigue, digestion and general wellbeing.
Treatment is tailored to support balance and overall function.
Reasons people seek acupuncture.
People may seek acupuncture support for symptoms such as:
- Back and neck tension
- Headaches and migraine-type discomfort
- Jaw tension (TMJ-related discomfort)
- Sciatica or nerve-type discomfort
- Stress-related symptoms
- Sleep difficulties
- Fatigue or low energy
- Digestive discomfort
Individual experiences vary, and acupuncture is provided based on a person’s overall presentation rather than specific conditions.
Katika's Approach to Care.
Katika Funnell
Doctor of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist in Brookvale.
Each consultation begins with a detailed discussion of your symptoms, health history and lifestyle factors.
Our Brookvale clinic's treatments are not a "one-size fits-all" approach. Its about tailoring treatment to you and may be adjusted over time based on how your body responds.
The number and frequency of sessions depends on your individual presentation and goals and will be discussed in your session.
Serving the Northern Beaches.
Brookvale • Dee Why • Manly • Freshwater • Curl Curl • Allambie Heights • Beacon Hill
Brookvale
Shop 2, 13 Dale St, Brookvale
NSW 2100, Australia
(Inside The Lotus Centre)
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Is Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Regulated in Australia? Yes. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine are fully regulated healthcare professions in Australia. Practitioners must be: Registered with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) Regulated by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA) What does AHPRA registration mean for you, the client? An AHPRA-registered practitioner has: Completed […]
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