Holly Gosnell

Holly, a registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner & Acupuncturist with AHPRA, practices various Chinese medicine modalities with a focus on collaboration and calmness. Holly believes in fostering an authentic connection with each individual. Treating through a holistic lens, Holly draws knowledge from traditional medicine and modern health science principles to help guide you through a grounded journey toward your goals, health & wellbeing. Holly completed her studies at University of technology and Endeavour college of Natural Health over the course of 5 years. Acupuncture Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing technique that entails the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body, aiming to promote natural healing by balancing the flow of energy, known as Qi. Special Interests? Digestive Health Musculoskeletal Menstrual Health Pain Management Stress Management Nervous System Regulation Moxibustion Moxibustion offers therapeutic benefits by promoting circulation, alleviating pain, and enhancing the body's natural healing abilities. This is achieved through fostering a harmonious flow of energy (Qi) by stimulating specific acupuncture points with the warmth generated from burning mugwort. Cupping Cupping therapy, an ancient Chinese practice, involves placing cups on the skin to create suction, thereby promoting increased blood flow and relieving muscle tension. This technique is renowned for its potential benefits in reducing pain, improving circulation, and facilitating the body's natural detoxification processes. Gua Sha Gua Sha, a traditional Chinese healing method, utilizes a smooth-edged tool to scrape the skin, promoting blood circulation and releasing tension in the muscles. Known for its benefits, including pain relief, improved flexibility, and the reduction of inflammation through the removal of stagnated energy and toxins, Gua Sha is a revered technique in traditional Chinese medicine. Diet & Lifestyle Individualized Chinese medicine diet and lifestyle advice and programs involve tailoring recommendations based on a person's unique constitution, health condition, and specific needs according to traditional Chinese medicine principles. This approach carefully considers your body type, energy balance, and current state of well-being. Working collaboratively with you, I create realistic dietary and lifestyle advice that may include specific foods designed to harmonize the body's energy. Lifestyle recommendations may encompass practices such as regular acupuncture, movement regimes, daily habits, and meditation, all aimed at promoting balance and overall well-being. For those interested, I also integrate insights from my previous Yoga teacher trainings. This personalized approach reflects the holistic nature of Chinese medicine, aiming not only to address symptoms but also the root imbalances contributing to an individual's health issues.