How can I help you today?
At our clinic in Brookvale, you’ll find a peaceful and calm environment where you can feel at home and talk openly.
I listen and ask questions to identify the real issues. The answers you provide allow me to create a plan back to good health using Acupuncture, Cupping and Chinese Herbal Medicine specifically designed for your needs.
Come and talk to me today at my Acupuncture and TCM Clinic on the Northern Beaches. Discover a true quality of life.
Natural Solutions for Your Health.
Acupuncture
People often ask
“How does Acupuncture work?” &
“What do the needles do?”.
Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine, sterile, single-use needles on specific points on the body. It is drug-free and Acupuncture can help with pain relief and management, stress and chronic pain related to depression.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Chinese herbs are an integral part of Chinese medicine practice, which may help patients manage a range of symptoms including pain, stress and fatigue, which can be caused by a number of different health conditions.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Does Cosmetic Acupuncture work?
There is no claim that Cosmetic Acupuncture can reverse ageing, make you look half your age or achieve the same thing as Botox injections. It helps circulation and reduces tension in the face, naturally. So it may support better complexion and a healthy appearance.
Meet Katika.
Katika Funnell
Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist
Our experienced and degree-qualified Acupuncturist will help you get closer to feeling better, right here on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Starting her practice in 2003 at the age of 22, Katika is passionate about Chinese Medicine and is excited by its potential to help people recover, faster...
Our Clinic Locations.
Brookvale
Shop 2, 13 Dale St, Brookvale
NSW 2100, Australia
(Inside The Lotus Centre)
Warriewood
Suite 46/90 Mona Vale Rd, Warriewood
NSW 2102, Australia
(Inside NB Integrative Practitioners)
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- Katika Funnell
- April 18, 2026
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"My Teenager is making me depressed." It's a low point in a parent's journey when they admit something like this to themselves or loved ones. Advice from mental health professionals is often akin to "put the oxygen mask on yourself, before you help your child." Being a carer in any capacity takes its toll on […]
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- April 14, 2026
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Introducing “The Teen Skin Reset”: A Fresh Approach to Teen Acne in 2026 If you’ve been following along with our work at Family Wellness Centre, you may already be familiar with The Teen Acne Project—a program created to support teens struggling with persistent breakouts and ongoing skin concerns. As we move into 2026, we’ve refined […]
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- April 12, 2026
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Are you having trouble getting your teenager to eat fruit and vegetables? Or are they struggling with skin issues like acne? In the Teen Acne Project, DIET is a key area I work with teens to improve their skin and complexion. It's a Chinese Medicine based program to guide teens through to clearer, fresh looking […]
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- April 7, 2026
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Can Children Have Acupuncture? What Parents of Toddlers to Tweens Should Know As a parent, you're always looking for safe, gentle, and effective ways to support your child’s health—especially when conventional options feel limited or don’t quite address the root of the issue. Acupuncture, a core part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is gaining attention […]
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- March 23, 2026
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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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- March 14, 2026
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If you’re considering Chinese Herbal Medicine as part of your health journey, you might be wondering—will my private health insurance cover it? This is a common and important question for many Australians seeking natural and holistic options for their health. (This post is accurate at the time of writing, and may change.) Is Chinese Herbal […]
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