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Healing with heart at Empress Acupuncture
- Mar 16
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 17
Empress Acupuncture – Upper Ferntree Gully
Nestled along Burwood Highway in Upper Ferntree Gully, Empress Acupuncture offers a calm sanctuary where modern life slows down and healing takes centre stage. Founded by experienced practitioner Anna Ritter, the clinic blends traditional Chinese medicine with complementary therapies to support whole-person wellbeing.
A journey guided by purpose
Anna has been practising Chinese medicine for over 15 years, beginning her professional journey in 2010. Her path into the field, she says, was guided by serendipity and a deep desire to help people in a meaningful way.
“I followed my heart and found myself in a career where I can support people while honouring the connection between the physical body and the emotions,” Anna explains.
After years of clinical experience, she opened Empress Acupuncture in May 2025 with a clear vision: to create a calming, nurturing space where patients feel safe, supported, and truly cared for.
A holistic approach to wellbeing
Empress Acupuncture is more than an acupuncture clinic; it is a multi-modality wellness centre offering a range of complementary therapies designed to work together.
Services include:
Acupuncture
Chinese herbal medicine
Cupping therapy
Transformational coaching
Remedial and therapeutic massage
Hypnotherapy
Integral Energetics
At the core of the clinic’s philosophy is “Healing with Heart.” Practitioners focus on personalised care, meeting each patient where they are and supporting them throughout their healing journey.
A calm, compassionate experience
From the moment clients walk through the door, the clinic’s peaceful atmosphere is designed to help them unwind. Patients often comment on feeling immediately relaxed and at ease.
The team is known for its compassionate approach and ability to support a wide range of concerns, from acute pain and injuries to complex chronic conditions, autoimmune issues, and women’s health.
Most importantly, clients say they feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported.
Connected to nature and community
Located directly opposite the iconic Dandenong Ranges National Park, the clinic benefits from a tranquil natural backdrop while remaining easily accessible to residents across the City of Knox and the wider Dandenong Ranges region.
Anna values the area’s welcoming community and the diverse range of people who seek care at the clinic.
“We care for people from all walks of life,” she says. “Our local community is supportive, open, and committed to their health.”
More than symptom relief
One message Anna is passionate about sharing is that acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help with far more than many people realise.
Physical symptoms often have emotional roots, and early support can make a significant difference to long-term wellbeing. You don’t need to wait until a condition becomes severe to seek care.
As the clinic continues to grow, Empress Acupuncture is also looking to welcome additional practitioners who share its heart-centred philosophy, expanding the range of services available to the community.
Contact
 | 03 8719 8303 | |
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 | 1246 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully, Victoria 3156 | |