Harmony Acupuncture Centre

18/10/2025

To all the women out there suffering from perimenopause or menopausal symptoms this heart is for you. As a woman who has been through the change of life, I have a first hand knowledge of what you may be going through and, as a result, have a special interest in treating menopausal issues.

World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th October and was created to raise the awareness of menopause and improve the experience of women everywhere, shining a spotlight on the challenges facing women during the menopause transition and highlighting improvements in research, education, and support.

This years theme is lifestyle medicine and the role it plays in menopausal health.

The IMS White Paper, The role of lifestyle medicine in menopausal health: a review of non-pharmacologic interventions, discusses the six pillars of lifestyle medicine: healthy eating, physical activity, mental wellbeing, avoidance of risky substances, restorative sleep and healthy relationships concludes that "women can be empowered to navigate menopause with resilience, autonomy, and vitality by embracing these six pillars".

https://doi.org/10.1080/13697137.2025.2548806

For more information and fact sheets on each of the six lifestyle factors check out the Australian Menopause Society website: https://www.menopause.org.au/health-info/world-menopause-day/2025

16/10/2025

ABOUT FIONA
Hi Everyone
I am Fiona from Harmony Acupuncture Clinic.
I have been practicing Acupuncture for 33 years and am still passionate about what I do. I have spent my career studying and learning so that I can be the best practitioner I can be to assist people on their wellness journey.
My initial training was in Australia at the Australian Acupuncture College. I have, over the years, studied in hospitals in China and Taiwan, trained in New Zealand, Hawaii and Japan.
Over the past 20 years I have dedicated myself to the study and practice of Japanese styles of Acupuncture, specifically Manaka and Toyohari styles.
I have published a research paper on Tongue diagnosis in Toyohari and am a Toyohari teacher.
As well as acupuncture, I also use Australian Bush Flower Essences and techniques from Acceptance Commitment Therapy in sessions where appropriate.
I would love to connect with you if you have any questions about how I may be able to assist you on your path to wellness.
You can find out more or make a booking on my website harmonyhealing.com.au or feel free to call on 0409 416 005

10/10/2025

🌿💚 World Mental Health Day 💚🌿

Today, we’re reminded that mental health matters — every day.

Connecting with your community, in places where you feel safe, seen and heard can help you feel cared for and supported — and in your community there are so many ways to connect. Whether it’s singing together in a community choir, planting hope in a community garden, sharing stories in a book club, walking and talking with a walking group, or simply catching up with friends — every small moment makes a difference. 🌱👣📚🎶

If you are struggling with stress, anxiety or depression have you considered exploring the assistance Acupuncture may be able to give you? Acupuncture not only looks at your physical health but takes into account the health of your entire being and may assist in managing stress and symptoms of anxiety and depression. As well as Acupuncture, I use Australian Bush Flower Essences and techniques from Acceptance Commitment Therapy to further help address emotional issues. There is nothing like a dose or two of Emergency Essence to help me through a tough day!

02/10/2025

😄Believe it or not we are actually born smiling and it has been shown using 3D ultrasound technology that developing babies smile in the womb.😃
SMILING has many physical and psychological benefits. Research has shown there are many benefits to smiling including reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, strengthening immunity, reducing pain and of course boosting your mood.
Furthermore, smiling doesn't only benefit you. By smiling at someone else you can contribute to their happiness and their health.
So lets get smiling, not just today but consciously make an effort to smile more every day and see how it can improve our life!
😄😀😃😁😆🙂🤣

29/09/2025

Hay Fever season is upon us. Also known as Allergic Rhinitis, symptoms can include sneezing, stuffy nose, itchy nose and red and watery eyes. Irritants such as pollen, pet dander, mold and insects can lead to symptoms and for those who suffer, these symptoms can be quite debilitating. Although symptoms can often be worse in Spring and Summer, symptoms can appear throughout the year.
Have you considered Acupuncture as part of your hay fever management plan?
If you have any questions about how Acupuncture may be able to help you please don't hesitate to call. I am always happy to have a chat and answer all your questions.
0409 416 005

25/09/2025

PHONE 0409 416 005
OR BOOK ONLINE
https://harmony-acupuncture-centre.au2.cliniko.com/bookings

25/09/2025

22/09/2025

Migraine and Headache Awareness Week is upon us. Have you considered whether Acupuncture may be able to help manage your symptoms? Feel free to call me if you have any questions or would like to make a booking.
Phone: 0409 416 005
Online booking also available: www.harmonyhealing.com.au

18/09/2025

According to the Migraine and Headache Australia website approximately 4.9 million Australians suffer migraines and up to 7 million suffer tension -type headaches. Nearly all those with migraine and 60% of tension-type headaches experience reduction in social activities and work capacity.

The migraine and headache Australia website: www.headacheaustrsalia.org.au is a very useful tool if you are one of the millions of headache and migraine sufferers in Australia, the only organisation in Australia aiming to support sufferers. Learn about new treatments, research and more during Headache and Migraine awareness week.

The site describes different types of headaches and migraines and their symptoms. It discusses potential triggers and treatments and a whole lot of other useful info. It even mentions under its complimentary therapies section that stimulating acupuncture points may ease the pain.

15/09/2025

Here are some of the beautiful tools used by a Toyohari practitioner.
Toyohari is a refined system of Japanese Meridian Therapy.
It is different from most other forms of Acupuncture in that it uses more delicate and specific treatment methods, placing great emphasis on the use of the practitioners pulse diagnosis and palpation skills to diagnose and continually assess the effects of the treatment during the session.
One notable difference is that the majority of the needles are non-inserted as the acupuncture point is being stimulated at the surface of the body. This is an additional bonus for those who are sensitive or needle phobic.

25/07/2025