Northern Beaches Integrative Practitioners

14/11/2025

Managing Stress, Anxiety and Depression leading up to the Holiday Season with TCM The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year”—but for many people, it can be one of the most stressful. As Christmas and New Year approaches, feelings of anxiety, grief, overwhelm, and even depression can become more pronounced. Whether it’s navigating family dynamics…...

Managing Stress, Anxiety and Depression leading up to the Holiday Season with TCM The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year”—but for many people, it can be one o…

05/11/2025

Regrowing Confidence: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Helps Mums Reclaim Their Hair Postpartum The postpartum journey is a season of renewal, a time when your body, mind, and spirit adjust to life with your new little one. Amid the joy and discovery, you might notice your hair changing or shedding more than usual. Rather than viewing this as a setback, Traditional Chinese Medicine encourages you to see it as a gentle reminder of your body’s remarkable ability to adapt and restore balance....

Regrowing Confidence: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Helps Mums Reclaim Their Hair Postpartum The postpartum journey is a season of renewal, a time when your body, mind, and spirit adjust to life…

05/11/2025

Your Body Is on Your Side — Here’s How to Work With It Have you ever noticed how your body seems to have a mind of its own? Maybe your heart races in a meeting, your stomach tightens when you see a certain name pop up on your phone, or your thoughts spiral even when you tell yourself to calm down…...

Your Body Is on Your Side — Here’s How to Work With It Have you ever noticed how your body seems to have a mind of its own? Maybe your heart races in a meeting, your stomach tightens when you see a…

15/10/2025

New Blog // link in bio Nourishing the Wood Element – Liver and Gallbladder

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Spring is the season of the Wood element. Wood embodies growth, renewal, and the energy of vision and direction. It’s associated with the Liver and Gallbladder—two organs that work together to help us plan, make decisions, and move forward with purpose.

The Liver is known as the “planner.” It governs the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and supports our ability to set healthy boundaries, organize our thoughts, and take aligned action. It is significant in all digestive and hormonal processes in the body.

The Gallbladder is the “decision-maker.” It gives us the courage, confidence, and clarity to turn plans into action. When out of whack, you may notice digestive upset, insomnia and easily startled or feeling "on edge". 

When the Wood element becomes imbalanced, you may feel stuck, irritable, or sluggish. It can show up as procrastination, frustration, mood swings, or a sense of losing direction.

To restore harmony, Acupuncture and Cupping are key therapies used to release built-up tension in the body and encourage the smooth flow of Liver Qi—the vital energy responsible for regulating emotions, digestion, and menstrual cycles. 

When Liver Qi becomes stagnant, it can lead to symptoms such as:

Headaches

PMS

bloating

irritability

muscle tightness, particularly around the neck and shoulders.

15/10/2025

Nourishing the Wood Element – Liver and Gallbladder In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Spring is the season of the Wood element. Wood embodies growth, renewal, and the energy of vision and direction. It’s associated with the Liver and Gallbladder—two organs that work together to help us plan, make decisions, and move forward with purpose. The Liver is known as the “planner.” It governs the smooth flow of Qi (energy) and supports our ability to set healthy boundaries, organize our thoughts, and take aligned action....

Nourishing the Wood Element – Liver and Gallbladder In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Spring is the season of the Wood element. Wood embodies growth, renewal, and the energy of vision and dire…

09/10/2025

NEW BLOG \ A New Way of Understanding Your Metabolism

When most people hear the word metabolism, they think of weight, calories, or energy. But your metabolism is actually your body’s rhythm, the way every cell builds, repairs, and communicates.

This rhythm moves between two natural states: one for growth and action, and another for rest and renewal. When they’re in balance, you feel strong, calm, and clear. When they’re out of sync, you might notice fatigue, cravings, anxiety, or low mood, even if you’re eating well or exercising regularly. Learning how to restore this natural rhythm is the foundation of both physical and emotional health.

The Growth State — mTOR

You can think of mTOR as your body’s “on” switch, the mode that helps you grow, build, and get things done. It turns on when …….. click link in bio to read more

09/10/2025

Metabolic Flexibility: How Your Body’s Rhythms Shape Your Physical and Emotional Wellbeing By Isabel Peace, Integrative Health Practitioner — Northern Beaches IntegrativePractitioners A New Way of Understanding Your Metabolism When most people hear the word metabolism, they think of weight, calories, or energy. But your metabolism is actually your body’s rhythm, the way every cell builds, repairs, and communicates. This rhythm moves between two natural states: one for…...

Metabolic Flexibility: How Your Body’s Rhythms Shape Your Physical and Emotional Wellbeing By Isabel Peace, Integrative Health Practitioner — Northern Beaches IntegrativePractitioners A New Way of …

30/09/2025

Reclaim Your Radiance: A Naturopathic Guide to Healthy, Sustainable Weight Loss for Northern Beaches Mums Hello, beautiful Mums of the Northern Beaches, I’m Caroline Robertson, a Naturopath at Northern Beaches Integrative Practitioners. As I walk along our stunning coastline—from Manly to Palm Beach—I am constantly inspired by the vibrant, health-conscious community we are so lucky to be part of. I see you there, too....

Reclaim Your Radiance: A Naturopathic Guide to Healthy, Sustainable Weight Loss for Northern Beaches Mums Hello, beautiful Mums of the Northern Beaches, I’m Caroline Robertson, a Naturopath at Nort…

29/09/2025

Craniosacral Therapy Massage...

Craniosacral Therapy Massage

29/09/2025

Our integrative bodywork therapies offer gentle yet powerful ways to restore balance, encourage healing, and support the body through times of change, recovery, and transformation. Craniosacral Therapy (CST) CST is a subtle, non-invasive therapy that works with the body’s craniosacral rhythm – the natural movement of cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord. Through light touch and precise listening hands, this therapy supports the nervous system to shift out of “fight or flight” and into deep rest....

Our integrative bodywork therapies offer gentle yet powerful ways to restore balance, encourage healing, and support the body through times of change, recovery, and transformation.   Craniosac…

25/09/2025

New Blog // link in bio Acupuncture for Pregnancy Support – How Chloe Player Helps Expecting Mothers Naturally

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but it also comes with challenges. From morning sickness and fatigue to back pain, insomnia, and anxiety, many women look for safe and natural ways to support their health and wellbeing during this important time.

Acupuncture for pregnancy is one of the most researched and trusted natural therapies available today. At Northern Beaches Integrative Practitioners (NBIP), has decades of experience supporting women through every stage of fertility, pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery.

Whether you are in your first trimester or preparing for labour, acupuncture offers gentle, effective support tailored to your individual needs.

Why Choose Acupuncture in Pregnancy?

Acupuncture is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), used for thousands of years to balance the body, calm the nervous system, and restore optimal energy (Qi). Modern research supports its benefits in pregnancy care, showing that acupuncture can help with:

Morning sickness & nausea – acupuncture reduces pregnancy-related nausea, vomiting, and queasiness.

Back pain, hip pain & sciatica – safe relief for pregnancy-related musculoskeletal discomfort.

Insomnia & anxiety – acupuncture promotes relaxation, regulates hormones, and helps improve sleep quality.

Digestive support – easing bloating, constipation, and heartburn.

Fatigue & energy – balancing energy levels and supporting overall wellbeing.

Labour preparation – specific acupuncture protocols can encourage optimal positioning of the baby, ripen the cervix, and prepare the body for birth.