Dr Nicci
Dr Nicci welcomes you to explore the many ways Chinese Medicine may heal your imbalances and health concerns or to simply amplify your vitality and exuberance for life. Utilising tongue and pulse analysis, her fastidious investigative skills and willingness to listen openly, Nicci will identify the root cause of your meridian, channel or organ imbalance.
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Once the area of dis-ease is established, Nicci will prescribe an individualised traditional Chinese medicine treatment plan which may include Acupuncture, Cupping, Ancient Herbal Medicine, Moxibustion, Tui Na (Chinese Massage), Diet and Lifestyle advice to restore function where it has been impeded.
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Nicci’s clinical interests include: Gynaecology, Couples Fertility health, post-partum recovery and family health. Having used the power of Chinese Medicine from age 18, throughout key periods of adolescence, pre/post pregnancy and raising her children has driven Nicci to further study in these areas.
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Nicci was awarded the Bachelor of Health Science in Chinese Medicine from SSNT (Southern School of Natural Therapies), is fully registered with AACMA and AHPRA and has also completed ‘The Fertile Life Method’ with Dr Kirsten Wolfe. This method addresses the rise in infertility and how Chinese Medicine can play an important role in conception and pregnancy. Nicci is thrilled to be able to support couples through their journey to a viable pregnancy.
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Natural wellness is a major focus in Nicci’s life. Her clients, family and friends often request diet and natural alternatives, seeking her advice to solve health concerns where no Western Medicine answers have been presented. Raising her own children with the philosophy of Food as Medicine and eating according to the seasons has assisted Nicci in empowering other families with knowledge to inspire growing minds of the importance of the gut-brain connection for vital health – including hormonal and emotional stability through puberty. Nicci understands this can be a challenging time for young people and their families and will tailor make herbal teas to ensure a smooth transition without wild hormonal fluctuations when tweens turn into teens.
Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture
Why not Glow from the inside out with Flow & Glow Cosmetic Acupuncture.
Dr Nicci offers you the chance to harmonise your body from the inside out and enhance your facial appearance while simultaneously regulating any constitutional imbalances in your body.
What is Cosmetic Acupuncture – And How Does it Work?
Popular in recent years yet used for centuries by the Chinese Empresses and concubines, cosmetic acupuncture uses 12-16mm stainless steel sterilised needles to transform scarred, dull or uneven skin and smooth out fine lines and deep creases.
Cosmetic acupuncture is a rejuvenating beauty treatment that can improve the texture, tone and appearance of the skin by stimulating fibroblasts to generate collagen and elastin, ultimately creating a more plump and glowing appearance.
During your Flow and Glow 60min session your tongue and pulse will be examined to determine any constitutional imbalances. You will then be pampered with a traditional Gua Sha Facial Massage to promote optimum blood circulation. This will be followed by the strategic placement of around 20 to 40 ultra-fine acupuncture needles in areas including the forehead, eyes, cheeks, jawline and neck.
The needles work at the epidermis and dermis to promote enhanced circulation and collagen production to the skin cells, while also stimulating soft tissue and muscles which may have wasted with aging. A painless alternative to botox, skin needling is relaxing, uplifting and 100% natural. Beneficial for teenagers to mature clients, Cosmetic Acupuncture can help firm the facial contours and reduce areas of concern. Improving blood flow and stimulating collagen production, it’s also a powerful preventative anti-ageing weapon.
Dr Nicci has worked extensively with Cosmeceutical Skincare brand Environ; created by world renown plastic surgeon; Dr Des Fernandes; the founder of Collagen Induction therapy (CIT), which works similarly to cosmetic acupuncture.
Who will benefit from Cosmetic Acupuncture?
Everyone! Dr Nicci works with people of all ages from teenagers to mature clients. Generally, people who may benefit from cosmetic acupuncture include; those with dry, dull or generally lacklustre skin, scarring (acne or other) and people with uneven skin tone or pigmentation. It can also help strengthen the skin and reduce skin flushing in those prone to redness.
How does Cosmetic Acupuncture work?
Cosmetic acupuncture is similar to skin needling, in that it creates a ‘micro trauma’ that helps to increase collagen production and reduce signs of ageing. However, the longer needles used in facial acupuncture are able to penetrate more deeply, with none of the discomfort or downtime associated with professional micro needling treatments.
1. LIFT & TONE
By targeting specific motor points (or the junctions between nerves and muscles) in the face, signals are sent to the Central Nervous System to instruct the muscles to perform a beneficial action. As tight muscles are instructed to relax, weak muscles are instructed to tighten or lift. Performed over a series of treatments, this technique helps to tighten, lift and tone the facial contours for a more youthful appearance.
2. TIGHTEN & FIRM
As we age, our natural stores of collagen and elastin decline, resulting in lax skin and fine lines and wrinkles. A form of collagen induction therapy (CIT), cosmetic acupuncture creates a painless, localised ‘micro trauma’ that sends the body into repair mode. This results in an increased production of collagen and elastin which may result in visibly firmer, plumper skin and a softening of fine lines and wrinkles either in a mature skin or as a preventative measure.
3. IMPROVE CIRCULATION
Radiant skin is achieved through Cosmetic Acupuncture by promoting free flowing Qi, removing blood stagnation, boosting blood circulation and increasing the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin.
4. GLOW & FLOW
Flow from the inside out, so that your Glow sparkles and shines always. Acupuncture points on the body are also addressed during your treatment to help restore harmony to the entire body, and promote healthy, hydrated and glowing skin, with a reduction in disharmonies or imbalances.
* Those with moderate or severe acne are usually not candidates for cosmetic acupuncture. Pregnant women should also consult with their doctor before booking a consult.