In Chinese medicine and Daoist philosophy, health is never separate from life. It is the harmony of body, breath, and spirit that creates true vitality. This integration is described as the Three Treasures — Jing, Qi, and Shen.

Each Treasure is precious. Each plays a role. Together, they form the living foundation of our health and the compass that guides us through life’s transitions.

“I desire more connection to my intuition.”
It’s one of the most common things I hear at the moment.

I notice it in myself too: if I don’t ‘check in’ with myself before reaching for my phone, I’m gone. Lost in the noise of messages, feeds, and news. If I don’t connect inward, I start consuming immediately, no wonder I can develop indigestion before I’ve even had breakfast.

When did it become a prescription to:

• Drink two litres of water.

• Get in 10,000 steps — counted.

• Lift weights to “survive” menopause.

In Chinese medicine, the Five Phases or Five Elements recognise the weaving of body, mind, and nature into continuous cycles.

Each organ has its season, its emotion, its flavour, colour, body tissue, body area, its time of day and almost all other categories of the known world.

But beyond the physical, each organ is also home to a spirit.

The Kidneys house the Zhi, the spirit of willpower and deep reserves. She gives us the capacity to hold our course through life.

The Heart houses the Shen, our conscious spirit. She is clarity, presence, and our ability to connect meaningfully to life.

One of my clients came to me after years of psychology and marriage counselling. She had always perceived her mother to be controlling and manipulative when growing up. She thought she had “put it out of her mind,” but lately it was weighing on her and she was worried about her own parenting.

Intimacy with her long-term partner had all but disappeared. She felt numb, without desire for touch or connection. At work, a colleague seemed to push her around, and she couldn’t speak up. And her shoulders? Tight, rigid painful. One was heading toward frozen shoulder, which is all too common in perimenopause.

For many women, physical pain and emotional strain are deeply intertwined. In this post, learn how mind–body integration through Chinese Medicine and somatic embodiment can unlock long-held patterns, support hormonal health, and create a foundation of resilience from menstruation to menopause.

Let’s talk about weight, baby…
Have we been taught to micromanage our thighs since we were thirteen? And now, midlife arrives and shape is definitely shifting.

This isn’t just about what you’re eating.

What if the way we digest life is shaping our body too?
How comfortable are you in your body, and with the layers of your life?
And how do we understand weight changes through the lens of Chinese medicine?

What’s really going on with cholesterol in perimenopause?
It’s not random. Stress, sluggish digestion, and rising cholesterol are all part of an interconnected cycle—and both Western and Chinese medicine can explain why. In this post, we break down the root causes, why it’s happening now, and how to interrupt the loop with gentle, effective steps to support your midlife vitality.

Feeling wired, tight, or foggy? You're not broken — you might just be holding onto unresolved stress. In Chinese medicine and somatic traditions, gentle movement like shaking can discharge survival energy stored in the body, supporting nervous system regulation, hormonal balance, and even relief from hot flushes or emotional overwhelm during perimenopause. Learn how simple practices like shaking — inspired by animals and supported by Qigong — can bring your body back into flow.

In serious times, play can feel misplaced — even inappropriate. But in Chinese Medicine, it’s a vital antidote to stagnation, especially during menopause and perimenopause. When combined with somatic practices and Qigong, play becomes a way to soften what’s become stuck. Healing doesn’t have to be heavy to be real.

Winter is the season of rest and deep nourishment—a vital time to tend to your inner roots in preparation for menopause. In Chinese medicine, the Kidney system governs hormonal balance, and this is the season to replenish it. If you're still cycling, now is the time to support your body with rest, warming foods, and gentle practices like qigong. Start now. Honour winter. Nourish your roots.

A Winter Solstice Vision
Under a velvet sky scattered with stars, an ancient, spiraling tree stands alone — its branches reaching like open arms toward a glowing light held at its heart. This is the essence of Deep Yin: quiet, mystical, alive with inner radiance. In stillness, something sacred is always forming.

In Chinese medicine and somatic practice, emotions are not just mental—they live in the body. Unexpressed feelings can create internal heat, disrupting hormonal balance and fluidity, especially during winter. This season invites us to pause, reflect, and tend to our inner terrain. For those navigating perimenopause or menopause, gentle somatic practices and qigong can help emotions move and healing begin. Emotions are energy in motion—and when qi flows, balance follows.

Movement has always been my medicine. From running through pain as a teenager to dancing through trauma in my twenties, it’s the thread that’s carried me through life. In my thirties, working hands-on with hundreds of bodies, I saw the same truth reflected back: when we stop moving, we start holding — tension, emotion, everything. That’s when Qigong truly found me — not just as a practice, but as deep, grounding healing.

I don’t offer a fixed protocol—I offer a living practice shaped by 30 years of bodywork, Chinese medicine, and somatic wisdom. This is not just treatment; it’s a transformational path for women in menopause and perimenopause. Through Qigong, fascia-based touch, and deep presence, I help you listen to your body’s messages—not silence them. This work is about reclaiming your power, your rhythm, and your body’s innate intelligence.

I see menopause not as a crisis, but a powerful transition—one that calls for deep support, not suppression. Through Qigong and the wisdom of Chinese medicine, I help women in perimenopause and menopause reconnect with their bodies, ease symptoms, and rebuild vitality. This is gentle, somatic healing that meets you where you are and invites your body back into balance—naturally, with breath, movement, and presence.

I help women make sense of the often confusing symptoms of perimenopause and menopause—from brain fog and hot flushes to joint pain and sleepless nights. Using Chinese medicine, somatic practices, and Qigong, I offer holistic support that honours your body’s wisdom, not overrides it. This transition isn’t something to fix—it’s something to understand, support, and move through with care.

In the intricate world of Chinese medicine, shiatsu and acupuncture form a powerful healing duo. While acupuncture is often in the spotlight, shiatsu plays a crucial supporting role, preparing the body's canvas for the precise brushstrokes of acupuncture needles.

As women approach their perimenopausal and menopausal years, they stand on the threshold of a profound life transition. This natural shift, often viewed with apprehension, can actually be a gateway to deep personal growth and renewal. Enter the transformative power of retreats.

As winter descends, the world undergoes a transformation—a shift towards stillness, introspection, and the cultivation of yin energy. In Chinese medicine, winter represents the pinnacle of yin, the feminine, receptive, and nourishing aspect of existence. Understanding and embracing these yin qualities during winter can profoundly benefit our health and well-being.

Embracing Change: Chinese Medicine and Menopause

Menopause, one of many significant life transitions for women, marks the end of a woman's reproductive years and heralds the beginning of a new chapter.

While it can bring physical and emotional changes, it also presents an opportunity for profound growth and self-discovery. In the realm of Chinese medicine, menopause is viewed through a holistic lens that emphasizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. This unique perspective offers invaluable insights into navigating this transformative journey with grace and empowerment.