Josephine holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). Prior to becoming a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, she experienced firsthand how difficult it was to find the right doctor and get sound advice and real help for different health issues. This set her on a path of discovering the importance of holistic health care, and also instilled a passion to be able to help others in practical ways.
Prior to her Bachelor of Health Science (TCM), Josephine completed an Honours degree in Chemical Engineering at UNSW. This dual foundation — analytical rigour from engineering combined with the holistic philosophy of Traditional Chinese Medicine — gives her a unique perspective in clinical practice. She draws on her scientific understanding of how the body works at a biochemical level to inform her TCM diagnoses, bridging evidence-based reasoning with centuries of traditional wisdom to deliver more precise, individualised treatment plans.
During her bachelor course at UTS, Josephine also had training experience at the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital where Chinese medicine and Western medicine is integrated for patient care in a hospital setting.
As a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner, Josephine applies individualised treatment methods, introduces modified lifestyle and dietary adjustments for restoring the body to a homeostasis state. Her treatment method aims more at optimising the body's functions in preserving and cultivating health, besides managing signs and symptoms.
Josephine is interested in women's health, where there are important seasons that should be cared for with love and professional advice. Menarche (first menstruation) in a woman's early years is the first chance to reset the scale weight at the balance level. The next important season is pregnancy, in preparation of a pregnancy and postpartum health restoration. Menopause management is also an important season for maintaining good health in the golden years.
Josephine believes that where clinically appropriate, conservative and holistic options deserve consideration before more invasive interventions. Lifestyle adjustments, dietary changes, stress management and traditional therapies can often support the body's natural capacity to heal — potentially addressing root causes rather than symptoms alone. When surgery is recommended by a medical specialist, TCM may also play a complementary role in supporting recovery and rehabilitation. Josephine always encourages patients to work closely with their broader healthcare team, and her approach is intended to complement — never replace — the advice of qualified medical practitioners.
Root-cause diagnosis for each patient's body constitution and health condition.
All seasons of women's health, from menarche through pregnancy to menopause.
AHPRA registered. Individualised care through acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Acupuncture, cupping, moxa and herbal medicine used in combination.
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