Samoy Guan

What main concerns do you treat?

Women's Health (Menstrual problems, Breast health), Stress, anxiety, depression and emotional problems, digestive disorders, natural fertility & IVF support, pain management.

What is your philosophy or belief about natural healing, and the work you do?

I believe that the root cause of disease lies within the patient, as an imbalance with the system, rather than external. I see myself as a facilitator of healing, helping patients tap into their inner, self-healing abilities.

Various techniques such as diet, exercise and relaxation methods are used combined with treatments such as Chinese Herbs, Acupuncture, Cupping & Moxa . These are used to either unlock the healing power of nature or to unblock channels that obstruct the flow of vital, natural life forces. (chi)

What can you do that no one else can to help them?

I look at the balance of energy and exhaustion and try to seek out ways of balancing harmful influences with beneficial influences.

What value added services, or products can you add onto consultations?

I will share my experience & knowledge on health care and well being. I will have an open mind & seek the best treatment for each person. Also, educate clients on how to look after themselves.

What is the potential impact of not seeing you?

Treat the problem right from the very first sign, or even before it occurs - Prevention is better than cure. Your condition may get worse or lead to more complicated condition

What would a normal treatment involve?

The TCM initial consultation will include taking your medical history, diagnosis, discussing healing strategies, treatment schedule, giving diet and lifestyle guidance, and a shorter section of acupuncture needling. In some cases, Chinese Herbal prescription may add to enhance the healing effects.

How many sessions will I need?

That depends on the duration, severity, and nature of your complaint. You might need of one single treatment for an acute condition. eg. Simple stiff neck or lower back pain, temporary stress related issue and mild digestive problems. A series of 5-10 treatments may resolve many chronic problems. To help reduce the number of treatments your practitioner might suggest dietary modifications, specific exercise regimes & relaxation techniques，

Can I claim through private health insurance?

Yes

What qualifications and experience do you have?

• Bachelor Degree of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• Adv. Diploma in TCM (both in Herbal & Acupuncture)
• Adv. Certificated in Acupuncture (China)

What are the main worries or concerns your clients have when they come to see you? What is the impact of not seeing you?

Clients come in with chronic conditions that have been around for years & don't know what to expect from the treatments. TCM has an Eastern philosophy which believes you need to continue with maintaining health not wait for illness before you see someone.  This can lead to the usual cycle of western ways of fixing the problem and not needing to come back, then the condition comes back.

Do you specialize in any areas?

• Women's health
• Natural fertility management
• Diet
• Stress and Weigh Management
• Cosmetic Acupuncture
• Herbal remedies

When can clients see you?

• Tuesday 10am-7pm
• Friday 10am-7pm