Traditional Chinese Medicine, delivered with a modern, evidence-informed mindset.
At Zen, Chinese medicine sits alongside remedial massage as a full clinical practice — not an afterthought. Consultations combine traditional diagnosis with contemporary understanding of pain science, sleep and recovery.
Raw herbs, granules and individually formulated prescriptions.
Our Moonah clinic includes an on-site Chinese herbal dispensary. After a full TCM consultation, Dr. Leo formulates a granule or raw herbal prescription tailored to your presentation and dispenses it directly.
A holistic approach to concerns people bring us most.
Chinese medicine works with the whole person. Below are the areas Dr. Leo most often supports — always alongside your regular GP, physio or specialist care.
Pain & musculoskeletal
Neck, shoulders, lower back, sciatica, joint pain, headaches and long-standing tension.
Sleep & stress
Support for restless sleep, low energy, mood balance and nervous system regulation.
Digestive support
Bloating, sluggish digestion, reflux and general gut comfort — approached from a TCM view.
Immune & seasonal
Support through Hobart winters — colds, hay fever, sinus congestion.
Women's health
Menstrual, perimenopause and general reproductive wellbeing support.
General wellbeing
Regular treatments to keep energy, mood and recovery ticking through busy periods.
Dr. Leo
I'm Dr. Leo, a nationally registered Chinese Medicine practitioner with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA) and AHPRA. I hold a Master's degree in Acupuncture and a Bachelor degree in Chinese Medicine and have been practising in private practice since 2014.
- · Persistent Pain — Back pain, sciatica, neck & shoulder tension, knee osteoarthritis, headaches and migraines. Goal: Reduce reliance on pain medication and improve mobility, often with noticeable relief after the first session.
- · Stress, Sleep & Mental Wellbeing — Insomnia, anxiety, and difficulty switching off. Goal: Support nervous system regulation for deeper, more restorative sleep.
- · Digestive Health — Bloating, IBS, constipation, and stress-related digestive discomfort.
- · Women's Health — Menstrual pain, cycle irregularity, perimenopause symptoms, and fertility support.
- · Respiratory & Seasonal — Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) and asthma support.
My approach combines acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and lifestyle guidance — not a one-size-fits-all protocol, but a treatment plan tailored to you.
💡 Private health insurance: Most Australian health funds offer rebates for acupuncture under your Extras cover. HICAPS available. I can also provide receipts for your claim.
Acupuncture
Sterile, single-use, hair-fine needles at specific acupoints. Most sessions leave you feeling deeply calm.
Chinese Herbal Medicine
Individually formulated granule and raw herbal prescriptions, dispensed on-site after a full TCM consultation.
Cupping & Dry Needling
Add-on techniques often used alongside acupuncture or remedial massage for stubborn tension.