North Shore Acupuncture Acupuncture
Where 2,000 Years of Healing Meets Modern Science — Specialising in Chronic Conditions & Pain.
AHPRA Registered · PhD-Level Research · 15+ Years Clinical Excellence · North Sydney
Meet Our Acupuncture Team
Led by Thomas Wakim — Director & Advanced Health Practitioner
Thomas Wakim
Director & Advanced Health Practitioner — North Shore Health Clinic
BHSc | BAppSc (Acupuncture) | BAppSc (Herbal Medicine) | Sports Therapy & Musculoskeletal Rehab | Dip. Remedial Massage | Certified Dry Needling | Active Release Techniques | 15+ Years Experience
Thomas founded and directs North Shore Health Clinic, bringing over 15 years of integrative clinical expertise. Specialising in chronic pain, nervous system health, and performance optimisation, Thomas takes a thorough investigative approach — identifying root causes rather than masking symptoms. His multi-disciplinary training across acupuncture, herbal medicine, sports therapy, and massage makes him one of Sydney's most comprehensive health practitioners.
Dr Joy Chen
AHPRA-Registered Acupuncturist · Generational TCM Heritage · Available Thu & Sat
BHSc UTS | Master of Acc. Macquarie University | Available Thu & Sat
Dr Joy Chen carries a rare and precious gift — a healing lineage passed down through generations of respected Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners. As a descendant of a distinguished TCM family, Dr Joy seamlessly blends ancestral wisdom with modern AHPRA-registered clinical practice. Specialising in fertility, women's health, chronic conditions, and cosmetic acupuncture, she brings both inherited mastery and contemporary evidence-based care to every patient.
Dr Jillian
AHPRA-Registered Acupuncturist, Herbalist & Neuropsychology Researcher
PhD Candidate Neuropsychology, USyd | Master Clinical Medicine, Shanghai | Postgrad Psychiatry, London | BHSc Chinese Medicine | 10+ Years Experience
Where Chinese medicine meets neuroscience. Dr Jillian's rare cross-disciplinary background allows her to connect complex overlapping symptoms — pain, stress, sleep, hormones — with precision and care.
Youngmee & Dahbin
Eczema & Psoriasis Clinic — Traditional Chinese Medicine
Mother-daughter duo bringing generational TCM wisdom and modern clinical expertise. Specialists in eczema, psoriasis, gut health, and allergy-related conditions.
A Clinic Built Around Chronic Conditions
Conditions We Treat
Each condition is matched to the specialist best equipped to treat it.
Thomas Wakim
Director · Nervous System & Musculoskeletal
- Chronic Back & Spine Pain
- Neck & Shoulder Conditions
- Nerve Damage & Regeneration
- Sports Injuries & Rehab
- Chronic Inflammation
- Connective Tissue Repair
- Headaches & Migraines
Dr Joy Chen
TCM Practitioner · Generational Heritage
- Chronic Pain
- Fertility & IVF Support
- Women's Health
- Hormonal Imbalance
- Stress & Anxiety
- Digestive Disorders
- Cosmetic Acupuncture
Dr Jillian
PhD Candidate · Neuropsychology, USyd
- Dementia & Cognitive Decline
- Parkinson's Disease
- Mental Illness in the Elderly
- Neurological Pain
- Sleep Disorders
- Stress & Mood Disorders
- Complex Overlapping Conditions
Youngmee & Dahbin
Eczema & Psoriasis Clinic · TCM
- Eczema & Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Gut Health & Leaky Gut
- Food Allergies & Intolerances
- Autoimmune Skin Conditions
- Inflammatory Skin Disorders
- Integrative Prevention Planning
Our Clinical Techniques
A multimodal approach combining ancient wisdom with modern clinical science.
Fine sterile needles inserted into specific meridian points to restore the flow of Qi, activate the nervous system, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the body's natural healing response. The foundation of all treatment at NSHC.
Mild electrical stimulation applied through acupuncture needles to enhance nerve conduction, accelerate tissue repair, and address chronic pain conditions — particularly effective for spinal, nerve, and musculoskeletal presentations.
Controlled suction applied to the skin to lift soft tissue, improve blood circulation, release fascial restrictions, and promote deep muscle recovery. Used extensively in sports rehab and chronic pain management.
Individually prescribed herbal formulas drawn from thousands of years of clinical refinement. Used to support internal organ function, reduce inflammation, balance hormones, and address conditions from the inside out — including skin, digestive, and immune disorders.
The therapeutic burning of dried mugwort near acupuncture points to warm meridians, stimulate circulation, and support conditions involving cold, deficiency, or stagnation — particularly effective in fertility and women's health treatments.
An ancient diagnostic art allowing practitioners to perceive subtle imbalances in the body's systems — adrenal function, immune vitality, nervous system disturbance — before they manifest as visible symptoms. Central to our personalised treatment approach.
Combining acupuncture with targeted dietary guidance, herbal medicine, and evidence-informed supplementation for a truly integrative treatment plan. Particularly central to our eczema, psoriasis, and skin inflammation protocols.
The Evidence Behind Our Results
Average reduction in chronic pain scores reported in peer-reviewed clinical trials of acupuncture treatment.
Published in Archives of Internal Medicine
Neurological Research Support
Integrative Medicine Recognition
At NSHC, every treatment plan is informed by both clinical evidence and thousands of years of refined practice.
Acupuncture Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing. Personalised care. No surprises.
Initial Consultation & Treatment
Standard In-Depth Treatment
Standard Treatment
Ready to Experience Real Results?
Join thousands of patients who have found lasting relief from chronic pain, complex conditions, and health challenges that conventional medicine couldn't resolve.
AHPRA Registered · PhD-Level Research · 15+ Years Clinical Excellence · North Sydney
Same-week appointments available · Private health rebates may apply