Acupuncture in Freshwater on the Northern Beaches

Acupuncture in Freshwater on the Northern Beaches

Rainbow Medicine’s Northern Beaches clinic is inside the Freshwater Wellness Centre, at Suite 3B/1 Rowe Street, Freshwater NSW 2096, about 100 metres from the corner of Pittwater Road and Oliver Street. Consultations are with Dr Christine Shen, Acupuncturist, who also practises at the Rainbow Medicine clinic in Lane Cove.

Moved from Balgowlah to Freshwater

Christine practised in Balgowlah before moving her Northern Beaches rooms to Freshwater, just a short trip away. Many Balgowlah patients continue to see her here, along with people from Manly, Queenscliff, Fairlight, Curl Curl, Harbord, Brookvale, Dee Why, Collaroy and Narrabeen.

What a consultation covers

Every appointment starts with a conversation about what you would like help with, your health history, your medicines and anything your GP or specialist has advised. Christine then explains which options may be suitable for you, what a session involves, and what to expect afterwards, so you can decide with full information.

• Acupuncture with fine, single-use sterile needles.
• Chinese herbal medicine, prescribed after a consultation and dispensed by the clinic.
• Cupping, moxibustion and gua sha, discussed case by case.
• Women’s health, fertility and IVF support: Christine has undertaken further study in pregnancy and IVF support and works alongside your medical team.
• Psychotherapy: Christine holds qualifications in psychotherapy, and talking therapy can be booked on its own or with other care.

Treatment suitability is assessed individually, and Christine will suggest you see your GP when that is the better first step.

Getting to the Freshwater clinic

• Address: Suite 3B/1 Rowe Street, Freshwater NSW 2096, inside Freshwater Wellness Centre.
• Bus: most services stop on Pittwater Road or Oliver Street, about a two-minute walk away.
• Parking: street parking nearby and the council car park on Oliver Street (two hours free).
• Health funds: HICAPS on-the-spot claiming is available.

Frequently asked questions

Is there still a Rainbow Medicine clinic in Balgowlah?

No. Christine moved from Balgowlah to Freshwater, and Northern Beaches appointments are now at Suite 3B/1 Rowe Street, Freshwater.

Can I see Christine in both Freshwater and Lane Cove?

Yes. Christine consults at both clinics, so you can book whichever suits you on the day.

Do I need a referral?

No referral is needed. If you are under the care of a doctor, midwife or fertility team, bring along any information you would like Christine to know.

Book an appointment

Book online, or call or message the clinic on 0410 699 065. You can also read about both clinics and how to get there, or the Lane Cove clinic on the North Shore.