Welcome to
Sue Sheppard Acupuncture
Supporting Balance and Wellness with Ancient Healing and Wisdom for Modern Life
At Sue Sheppard Acupuncture, ancient wisdom meets gentle, natural care. Guided by the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, we offer personalised treatments that nurture balance and support your journey toward greater wellbeing. Blending time-honoured practices with modern insight, each session is crafted to honour your unique needs in a calm and restorative space.
About Sue Sheppard Acupuncture
Sue Sheppard Acupuncture is dedicated to blending traditional Chinese medicine with contemporary practices to offer personalised treatments that support wellbeing and balance. Each session is tailored to individual needs, allowing a thoughtful approach to self-care.
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Research has explored the potential benefits of acupuncture in areas such as stress, pain management, and overall wellbeing. For example:
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Acupuncture may help reduce perceived stress in controlled trials.¹.
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Acupuncture has shown benefits for musculoskeletal pain like low back pain in RCTs².
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Randomized controlled trials have also explored acupuncture’s impact on quality of life in specific populations, finding improvements in wellbeing measures such as daily functioning and emotional health³.
These studies highlight the evolving understanding of acupuncture within a research context. At our clinic, we use this knowledge to inform a personalised, balanced approach, integrating ancient practice with contemporary insight
Our Services
Personalised Care
At our clinic, we draw upon a comprehensive array of Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, each crafted to foster harmony, invite your body’s innate rhythms, and support your journey toward greater wellbeing. Whether you’re exploring specific concerns or simply seeking to enrich your vitality, our holistic approach weaves time-honoured wisdom with personalised attention, honouring your unique path in a serene and nurturing space.
Acupuncture
Needle Therapy
Acupuncture is a time-honoured therapy involving the insertion of fine, sterile needles at carefully chosen points. Traditionally used to encourage the flow of Qi (energy) and a harmonious state, people often choose acupuncture to support areas such as:
• Management of occasional discomfort
• Stress, tension and emotional wellbeing
• Digestive concerns
• Hormonal fluctuations
• Support for healthy sleep patterns
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Natural Remedies
Herbal medicine employs carefully selected plant extracts and natural blends to encourage your body’s own rhythms and foster a sense of ease.
We offer patent (pre-packaged) Chinese herbal preparations. These are ready-made formulations based on traditional Chinese medicine principles and are supplied in tablet or capsule form, sourced from reputable suppliers to ensure safety and quality, and are only recommended when appropriate to your individual needs.
Many choose herbal support for:
• Gentle digestive comfort
• Nurturing immune resilience
• Calming emotional balance
• Support during life’s natural fluctuations
• Overall sense of vitality and renewal
Chinese Dietary Therapy
Diet Therapy
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, food is considered an important part of supporting health and wellbeing. Dietary therapy focuses on selecting foods that may help maintain the body’s natural balance and harmony. Foods are chosen for their energetic properties - such as warming or cooling effects and flavours - and their traditional association with supporting different organ systems.
At our clinic, wherever possible, we guide clients toward dietary therapy first, using thoughtful food choices to support their unique constitution and encourage a sense of harmony. Chinese herbal therapy may also be offered as a complementary option when appropriate.
Cupping Therapy
Suction Healing
Cupping therapy employs suction cups placed on the skin to encourage the body’s natural rhythms and support a feeling of ease. Many choose cupping to support:
• Muscle comfort and flexibility
• A gentle shift in tension and tension release
• Enhanced circulation and fluid flow
• Respiratory ease and gentle breathing support
• A tranquil sense of relaxation and renewal
Moxibustion
Heat Therapy
Moxibustion uses the soft warmth of burning moxa placed just above the skin to evoke a comforting flow of energy. Many choose this practice to support:
• A nurturing sense of warmth during cooler, damper seasons
• A gentle encouragement of natural vitality
• A calm, grounding ritual for seasonal balance
Tuina
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Remedial Massage
Tuina is a form of therapeutic massage focusing on promoting the body’s natural balance and supporting overall wellbeing through hands-on techniques, guided by TCM principles such as the flow of Qi (energy) and the balance of Yin and Yang.
Unlike conventional massage, which often focuses primarily on muscle relaxation, Tuina is designed to work with the body’s energy pathways and may also include techniques to support joint movement and muscle function.
Meet Dr. Sue Sheppard
BHSc Acupuncture
Welcome to my sanctuary of gentle care. I’m Sue Sheppard, and I draw on a lifetime of movement, ancient wisdom, and modern insight to accompany you on a path toward greater harmony.
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Growing up in Adelaide as the daughter of an Aussie Rules Boundary Umpire, I learned early how the body - and the spirit - flourish when kept active and engaged. Sport became my compass, guiding me from a career in IT into the world of athletics. An unexpected job change led me to finding my stride in running - boundary umpiring on the field and celebrating victories in 21 professional races, including the Stawell Gift (400 m) and Bay Sheffield (800 m).
When Bell’s Palsy arrived as an uninvited teacher, it opened my eyes to the subtle dance between mind and body, revealing how intention and breath can weave resilience into our daily lives. This transformative experience sparked my ongoing journey into holistic health and led me to discover the ancient art of acupuncture - integrating it alongside my IT work to offer a uniquely balanced perspective of work and self-care.
Today, I offer acupuncture and supportive therapies that honour your body’s own wisdom - inviting its innate rhythms to unfold in a calm, nurturing environment. Whether you’re exploring gentle renewal or deepening your wellness practice, I’m here to guide and support you.
When I’m not in clinic, you’ll find me wandering country markets in the Adelaide Hills, curled up with a book and a coffee, or sharing laughter outdoors with family and friends. I’d be honoured to walk alongside you as you explore your unique journey toward vibrant wellbeing.
My Happy Place
Dr. Sue Sheppard
BHSc Acupuncture
My Clinic Buddies
My Approach
Discover the benefits of choosing Sue Sheppard Acupuncture for your wellness journey. From personalised care to holistic treatments, we prioritize your health and well-being.
Personalised Care, Guided by Traditional Practices
Tailored Treatments Informed by Chinese Medicine Principles
Our treatments are guided by the principles of Chinese Medicine, offering a personalised approach that considers your overall wellbeing. We take the time to understand what’s going on for you and work with you to support your health using time-honoured techniques. Each session is tailored to your presentation and goals, with a focus on promoting balance and calm through natural methods.
Calm Supportive Clinic Environment
Supporting a Sense of Balance and Wellbeing
We believe in treating the whole person, integrating traditional Chinese medicine with modern practices to promote harmony between the mind, body, and spirit.
Our clinic is designed to offer a welcoming, calming, and deeply restorative space allowing clients to take time out from the busyness of daily life.
Our goal is to provides a gentle, respectful environment where you can feel comfortable and supported throughout your session.
Registered, Professional and Client-Focused Practitioner
Focused on Safe, Respectful Practice and Continuing Professional Development
Sue is a fully registered practitioner with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia and adheres to AHPRA’s standards for safe and ethical practice.
Her work reflects a commitment to professionalism, quality care, and ongoing learning. Whether you’re exploring acupuncture for the first time or looking to integrate it into your regular health routine, you’ll be met with experience and a thoughtful, individualised approach.
Book Your Appointment
We offer initial and follow-up consultations, by appointment only.
Initial Consultation
Initial Consultations are typically 90 mins. We take a holistic / global perspective of health, ask you lots of questions and consider all your signs and symptoms in order to perform a complete diagnosis, followed by a customized treatment tailored to your unique needs.
To ensure your comfort and well-being during your treatment, we kindly request that you have a light meal or snack before arriving for your appointment. This will help optimize your experience and ensure that you get the most out of your time with us.
Follow-Up Appointment
At each appointment we take a holistic / global perspective of health, we'll check-in on how your symptoms have evolved since your last appointment and adjust your treatment accordingly.
To ensure your comfort and well-being during your treatment, we kindly request that you have a light meal or snack before arriving for your appointment. This will help optimize your experience and ensure that you get the most out of your time with us.
Health fund rebates available with most funds. Please check with your fund and level of cover.
