About Us
What we do
We believe that Western and Chinese medicine don’t just have their own strengths – they also share much common ground. That’s why, at Happipuncture, we offer you the best of both. Our skilled practitioners provide a wide range of services, including Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Massage, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. We focus on techniques proven to work and strive to stay on top of our game by keeping up with the latest advancements in our fields. We believe that health and well-being are multidimensional, and that’s the reason we take a holistic approach to your care, physically and mentally, to leave you smiling.
Our Vision
Our goal for you.
The Happipuncture team believes that health and happiness go together. We’re dedicated to offering holistic, natural support to every patient we treat to alleviate your pain and restore the body to balance. That’s why we aim to provide you with the best quality of allied health care in New Zealand. We hope to put a smile on your face the moment you step through our doors and see you leave feeling better than when you came in.
Our Team
Our expert team
Caren
Our founder, Caren, has a Master’s degree, over ten years of Chinese medicine and acupuncture experience, and is ACC registered.
Director
Specialist (acupuncture, Chinese medicine, pain management, beautipuncture)
Master’s degree of clinical medicine, Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Registered weight management coach
ACC and veteran treatment provider
Caren studied in Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine for 7 years, with both a background in Western and Chinese medicine. As the founder of Happipuncture® Clinic, she has a great passion for work and life. Being happy and healthy is her first principle in life. She enjoys communicating with patients, sharing health knowledge, and taking part in public service activities.
Expertise:
Neurological: stroke sequelae, shingles, Bell’s palsy, migraine, BPPV, sciatica, some other nerve and spinal problems. Digestive: stomach ache, reflux, bloating, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, weight mangement. Musculoskeletal: lower back issues, tennis elbow, frozen shoulder, stiff neck, tendinitis, fasciitis, temporomandibular disorders. Endocrinic: menstrual pain and disorder, PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, pregnancy care, climacteric syndrome, blood pressure management. Dermatic: eczema, warts, moles, cosmetic needs like lifting, tightening, double chin, marionette lines, nasolabial folds, plump cheeks, facial depression, complexion, spots, acnes, acne marks, redness, scars, wrinkles, lines, pigmentation and many more. Mental: stress, anxiety, depression. Others: insomnia, fatigue, migraine, cold, fever.
Professional Skills:
Acupuncture, electrical stimulation, cosmetic acupuncture (Beautipuncture® technique), moxibustion, cupping, fire needling therapy, Jin San Zhen, Gua Sha, dermal hammering, blood-letting therapy, thread-embedding, auriculotherapy, cosmetic naturotherapy, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui-na massage, nutrition and lifestyle counselling, fitness class.
Xixi
Xixi has a Bachelor’s degree of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. She has more than five years’ experience, and is ACC registered.
Senior Acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner
Bachelor’s degree of Chinese medicine and acupuncture
ACC treatment provider
Born and grown up in a medical family, it’s not a huge surprise I ended up being an acupuncturist. To me, health is about the intersection of mind, body, and spirit. I strive to provide a good form of traditional Chinese Medicine to patients, incorporating acupuncture, herbs, moxibustion and cupping.
I love to see patients with great improvement in their symptoms. The rehabilitation of patients is the greatest reward to a practitioner. So, if you have any concerns regarding your health and wellbeing, please let me know and I will do my best to support you!
Expertise:
Injuries, pain management, internal disorders such as obesity, insomnia, menstrual disorder, gastropathy disease etc. Especially good at umbilicus acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, painless abdominal acupuncture, cosmetic acupuncture and pulse taking.
Frances
Frances has a Bachelor’s degree of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. She has more than five years’ experience, and is ACC registered.
Senior Acupuncturist, Chinese medicine practitioner
Bachelor’s degree of Chinese medicine and acupuncture
ACC treatment provider
Frances grew up on a campus of traditional Chinese medicine in China. She deeply values the wisdom and healing power of TCM. Her passion for helping others drives her daily practice and ongoing professional growth. She has followed many great TCM masters in China and abroad year after year. She is dedicated to support you on your journey to successful rehabilitation and good health.
Expertise:
Neurological: sciatica, shingles, Bell’s palsy. Digestive: stomachache, acid reflux, bloating, nausea, constipation, diarrhea. Musculoskeletal: lower back/shoulder/neck/elbow/ankle sprain or pain, tendinitis, fasciitis, temporomandibular disorders. Endocrinic: menstrual pain/disorder, pregnancy care, menopausal syndrome. Dermatic: eczema, cosmetic needs such as lifting, tightening, complexion, wrinkles, lines. Mental: anxiety, depression. Others: insomnia, fatigue, headache.
Allan
Allan is a registered senior massage therapist and has worked with many sportspeople and Ironman athletes.
Registered senior massage therapist
As an active sportsperson, Allan competes in many swimming and cycling events. He understands the demands of training, recovery and competing. Allan has worked with sportspeople and Ironman athletes focussing on muscle balancing, quicker muscle recovery and injury prevention. The massage sessions are designed to suit each and every client. Allan will listen to you, and focus on the areas that need attention to bring you the best results.
Massage improves the circulation of blood through the body, muscle tissues, tendons and ligaments, reducing pain and soreness while relaxing the nervous system and reducing stress levels.
Professional skills: sports massage, myofascial release (MFR), trigger point therapy, relaxation massage and deep tissue massage.
Eric
Eric has a Master’s degree in physiotherapy, over 20 years of experience in the field, and is ACC registered.
Senior physiotherapist
Master’s degree of health science (physiotherapy)
ACC treatment provider
Eric studied in Hong Kong Polytechnic University and has been working as a physiotherapist for more than twenty years. He works on a range of problems, including injuries, chronic pain, post-surgery recovery, post-stroke rehabilitation, etc.
In order to keep up with the latest advancements in the field, he has been to inland China, Australia, Germany for on-going learning.
Professional skills: physiotherapy, muscle energy technique, Mckenzie approach, orthopedic manual therapy, dry needling, etc.
Jason
Jason has completed postgraduate in rehabilitation, over 10 years of experience in the field, and is ACC registered.
Senior Physiotherapist
Postgraduate in Rehabilitation
ACC treatment provider
Jason has practised for more than 10 years. He has completed Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy in University of Otago, and Post-Graduate Certificate in Rehabilitation at AUT.
His focus lies in musculoskeletal and functional rehabilitation. Through assessment, treatment, and education, he guides individuals to fully grasp their injury, so they can take control of their recovery, and return to live, work, or perform at their best.
Jason has worked with athletes at National, Regional, and Local representative levels. He is passionate in working with everyday individuals who has the goal of becoming more active and healthy, but has been hindered by injury.
Professional skills: hands-on approach, soft tissue, manual therapy, dry needling, rehab and exercise programs.
Lavender
Practice manager. With her bubbly personality and contagious smile, she’s dedicated to making your visit welcoming and memorable.
Practice Manager
Lavender thrives in creating positive, welcoming atmospheres for everyone at Happipuncture.
She loves spreading laughter and joy wherever she goes. Lavender’s passion for helping others is evident in everything she does, ensuring that everyone around her feels comfortable and cared for.