Naomi Abeshouse

Naomi Abeshouse Benko

B Hth Sci TCM (UTS), Dip TCM (Guangxi U,China), Post-Grad Cert Jap Ac, BA (UNSW), Post-Grad Cert Paed TCM, Doula Training

I practice in Bondi Junction on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Private health fund rebates available.

Registered with AHPRA and the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA)

Hi, I’m Naomi, acupuncturist, herbalist and doula.

I found myself enjoying working with pregnant women so much, I became a Doula (a birth support person) and was compelled to create an holistic centre in which pregnant women and their families can be thoroughly supported.

It feels like such a privilege to be a part of the miracle of new life – helping those eggs in your womb grow into sweet little lives, turning and kicking, and finally coming out into the world. With much experience during births and pregnancy, I truly appreciate the moments where we can help turn things around for you.

I come from a family of Doctors – with two parents as GPs, and a sister who completed her medical training and is now a busy mum of seven cuties. I grew up amongst lounge room medical consultations, and developed a respect and understanding of the western medical model. I feel firmly grounded with a deep respect for both traditions and believe that wonderful results can come from their integration. I am a lucky mum to two highly-energetic and beautiful kids.

Experience

After starting out as a volunteer for One Health Organisation, for six years I also ran the acupuncture clinic at STARTTS, Auburn – Service Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors. I found it deeply satisfying being a part of our clients’ transitions from serious physical and emotional debilitation towards a better quality of life. These clients suffered greatly in their lives, and were living with PTSD (Post traumatic Stress Disorder) amongst a great deal of pain.

Education

I completed a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine at UTS and have been practicing since 2005. I’ve completed postgraduate studies in Guangxi University, Nanning, China. I have also studied the Manaka Protocols (a form of Japanese acupuncture), Paediatric acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for kids, and Doula training. Prior to all of this I studied massage therapy, aromatherapy, kinesiology and Shiatsu while trying to find a healing path that I could truly resonate with. I attend regular seminars on acupuncture, herbal medicine, women’s health, obstetrics and mental health.