Acupuncture is one of the oldest systems of health care in the world, with a long tradition of supporting people through life’s changes — physically, emotionally, and energetically. Today, many Australians are turning to acupuncture as part of a broader approach to wellbeing, especially when they’re looking for something that considers the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
Brighton Acupuncture
Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Lifestyle
What Is Acupuncture and
How Can It Help You?
At Brighton Acupuncture, treatments are personalised with care and attentiveness. Each session is grounded in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, taking into account your overall health, your stage of life, and how you’re feeling right now.
While rooted in ancient wisdom, acupuncture is also gaining scientific interest for its effects on the nervous system, circulation, and inflammation.
Treatments
Understandings
About
Michelle Ruskin
Registered Acupuncturist | Women’s Health Advocate | Author
I’m Michelle Ruskin, an acupuncturist with over 20 years of experience supporting people through life’s transitions — physically, emotionally, and energetically.
My work is grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine, enriched by years of study in tai chi, meditation, yoga, and Taoist philosophy. I offer a gentle, trauma-informed approach that honours each person’s unique path to balance and wellbeing.
I have a special interest in women’s health — particularly the perimenopausal and menopausal years — and in supporting emotional resilience, spiritual reconnection, and nervous system regulation.
I’m also the author of Heal Your Inner Child, a heartfelt guide to emotional healing and self-discovery.
How Acupuncture Works.
A Mind–Body System of Balance and Flow
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, health is understood as the smooth, balanced circulation of Qi (energy) and Blood through a network of channels called meridians. When that flow is disrupted — by stress, lifestyle, emotions, or injury — symptoms begin to appear. These may show up physically, emotionally, or both.
Acupuncture works by restoring movement and balance where it’s needed most. Tiny, fine needles are placed at specific points to help regulate your body’s internal systems, reduce stagnation, and support natural healing processes.
Scientific Understanding
Why Clients Choose Me
Fees & Schedule
Telehealth appointments are now available for clients who are open to experiencing distant meridian frequency healing.
- Wednesday, 10am to 7pm
- Thursday, 9am to 6pm
- Friday, 9am to 6pm
