Williamstown

Looking for an acupuncturist near Williamstown? Our clinic in Altona is a short 15 minute drive from the Strand, and we see clients from across Williamstown, Newport, Spotswood and the wider west 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 inner-west Melbourne.

Acupuncture for Williamstown locals

Williamstown is one of Melbourne’s loveliest pockets, but the commute, the kids, the work-from-home setup and the busy weekends all add up. Many of our Williamstown clients come in feeling tired, sore, stressed or stuck, and want a calmer, more considered approach to their health.

What people in Williamstown commonly come in for

The reasons clients book in vary, but some of the most common include:

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 Williamstown

We’re in Altona, around a 10 to 15 minute drive from Williamstown depending on traffic. The route along Kororoit Creek Road and Millers Road is straightforward, with plenty of parking available near the clinic. If you’re coming by train, Westona Station is a 1 minute walk away on the Werribee or Laverton lines.

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.

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.

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Questions before you book? Get in touch via the contact page.

Conditions We See

Fertility and IVF Support

Fertility challenges are more common than many people realise, affecting around one in six couples at some stage of their journey to conceive. Our Altona clinic in Melbourne's inner west offers fertility acupuncture and Chinese medicine as part of a holistic approach to reproductive health, for those trying to conceive naturally or preparing for IVF or IUI.

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Headaches and Migraines

Headaches and migraines affect millions of Australians and can range from occasional tension headaches to debilitating migraine attacks. Our Altona clinic offers acupuncture and Chinese medicine as part of a gentle, whole-person approach that aims to understand and address the patterns contributing to your headaches.

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Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is a common condition that affects many people at different stages of life. It can present as a dull ache, stiffness, or sharper pain, and may be associated with factors such as muscle tension, joint restriction, postural strain, or prolonged sitting. For some people, it can make everyday activities like bending, lifting, sitting, or sleeping less comfortable.

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Menstrual Health

Menstrual health refers to the overall quality and regularity of your cycle, including timing, flow, symptoms, and how you feel throughout the month. A healthy cycle should feel relatively predictable and manageable, without significant disruption to your energy, mood, or daily life. Changes in the menstrual cycle can show up as irregular periods, pain, PMS, heavy bleeding, or symptoms that shift from month to month.

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Neck and Shoulder Pain

Neck and shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints we see at the clinic. It can build up gradually from prolonged desk work, poor posture, stress or repetitive movement, or follow an acute strain. Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine offer a whole-person approach that looks beyond the pain to the patterns contributing to it.

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Period Pain

Painful, irregular or heavy periods are extremely common but are not something you just have to live with. There is often an underlying pattern that can be identified and supported. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine take a whole-person approach to menstrual health, from period pain to conditions like endometriosis, PCOS and PMS.

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TMJ, Jaw pain and Teeth clenching

TMJ acupuncture in Melbourne may help reduce jaw pain, clicking, headaches, clenching and facial tension. At Altona Acupuncture, treatments are tailored to address the underlying factors contributing to your symptoms, supporting relaxation, pain relief and improved jaw function.

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