Looking for an acupuncturist in Altona? You’re in luck, our clinic is right here. Altona Acupuncture is based locally, and we see clients from across Altona, Seaholme, Altona North and the surrounding areas each week.
Altona Acupuncture is a Chinese medicine clinic offering acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. We work with people across all life stages, from fertility and pregnancy through to managing the everyday wear and tear of busy lives in Melbourne’s inner west.
Acupuncture for Altona locals
Altona has a quieter, more coastal feel than many Melbourne suburbs, but that doesn’t mean life is slow. Between the school runs, the commute to the city, the physical demands of work and the general grind of staying on top of everything, it’s easy to let your own health slide to the bottom of the list.
Many of our Altona clients come in feeling tired, sore, stressed or stuck, and are looking for a calmer, more considered approach to their health, one that actually takes the time to listen.
What people in Altona commonly come in for
The reasons clients book in vary, but some of the most common include:
- Menopause and peri-menopause
- Fertility and IVF support
- Period Pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Lower back pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- General stress, sleep and feeling run down
Every visit starts with a proper conversation about what’s going on for you, what you’ve already tried, and how you’d like to feel different. From there we’ll talk through what acupuncture and Chinese medicine can offer, and you decide what feels right.
Getting to the clinic from Altona
We’re located in Harrington Square, within easy reach of the whole suburb. There’s plenty of parking available near the clinic. If you’re travelling by train, Westona Station is just a 1 minute walk away, serviced by the Werribee and Laverton lines, making it one of the easiest clinics in the area to get to without a car.
Most clients book a one-hour initial consultation, with follow-up sessions usually 45 to 60 minutes. Health fund rebates may apply depending on your cover.r.
Meet the practitioners
The clinic is led by Aleisha Matthews, a registered Chinese medicine practitioner with a particular interest in fertility and women’s health and pain management. The wider team includes practitioners with backgrounds in pain, digestion and general wellness, so you can be matched with someone whose focus suits what you’re working on.
You can read more about each practitioner on the team page.
Book a session
If you’ve been thinking about giving acupuncture a try, or you’re already a fan looking for a clinic closer to home, we’d love to see you. Bookings are made online and you can choose the practitioner, day and time that suits you best.
Questions before you book? Get in touch via the contact page.