Better Gut Health Starts Here

Do you want to be able to enjoy the foods that you love, in the social environment that we all crave…without worrying about the side effects?

Pain, gas, bloating, reflux, uncooperative bowels or constant fatigue?

Suffering from IBS, GORD, Leaky Gut?

These are all signs of a gut that needs loving and could be the root of many other health issues such mood, sleep, metabolic imbalance, hormones or skin problems. 

Perhaps you are here because you don’t want to put up with recurrent gut issues that prevent you from eating, living, working or travelling and living your best life.

YOU BELIEVE THERE IS A SOLUTION, AND SO DO WE.

Imagine for a moment…

  • Eating food without discomfort

  • Not being intolerant to almost everything

  • Bounding with energy

  • Having better mood, sleep, skin, weight and hormones

Does that sound too good to be true?

WE BELIEVE THIS IS ABSOLUTELY POSSIBLE FOR YOU

with the right support, attitudes and health team to help guide you every step of the journey.

Our practitioners are experienced in treating gut health and have seen the health change our approach can bring.

Meet Dr Chris Eddy

Hi! I’m Chris

I was born in Melbourne, and my career journey began as a sound engineer fueled by my deep passion for music. However, I soon realized it wasn't the perfect fit for me. It was during a trip to Bali when I fell seriously ill with digestive problems and struggled to recover. I’d had gut issues here and there that passed, but this thing was seriously going on for years, and I just couldn’t shake it.

I mean, I tried everything!

That's when I discovered acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine while training Kung Fu, and it miraculously addressed all my problems. Inspired by this transformative experience, I decided to pursue a five-year Chinese medicine degree at RMIT. To deepen my knowledge, I spent two years in China, working in various departments across different hospitals.

Upon returning to Australia, I worked with clinics in Sorrento, Prahran, Hawthorn, Fitzroy North, Romsey, and South Melbourne. After years of dedicated practice, extensive research, and continuous education, I was honoured to become a lecturer and supervisor at RMIT.

Though my schedule is packed, I genuinely adore what I do and eagerly anticipate sharing the joy of my work while achieving positive results with you, and really get to the cause of your gut issues.

What can I expect from my Initial Consultation?

In your first consultation your health history with be discussed in detail. You will be asked questions about all aspects of your body function - sleep, emotions, energy level, digestion/appetite, bowel motions, menstruation, pain & medical history.

Your pulse will be taken from both wrists & the tongue body/coat is observed. These signs & symptoms will enable the practitioner to identify the underlying causes of disharmony and formulate the appropriate treatment.

After a diagnosis is made according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, you will receive a combination of treatment techniques that is best suited to your condition. Treatment may consist of acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, moxibustion (heat therapy), massage, diet & lifestyle advice.

IBS & Womens Health

Did you know that IBS is more prevalent in women than men?

The reason why women experience IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) symptoms more commonly than men is undefined, but much research suggests that menstrual cycles and hormones play a role in this.

From a Chinese Medicine perspective, this would align with the five-element theory; specifically harmony between the Wood and Earth element. The centuries-old theory describes the Wood element to govern our menstrual cycles and the Earth element our digestive systems.

Our Approach

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Acupuncture

Personalized Nutrition Plan

Mindfulness Practices

Lifestyle Advice

Supplement Prescriptions

Holistic Treatments Include

We believe in an integrated approach to health and wellbeing taking wisdom from ancient traditions and modern science. That’s why we combine Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques like acupuncture, Chinese Herbal medicine and Naturopathy with a modern approach involving blood tests, charts, nutritional analysis, and supplementation. At all times, we endeavour to work in with you and your other chosen healthcare givers. 

We believe you are unique and are passionate about personalizing a treatment and management plan to suit the essence of you.

If you are ready to take control of your health and love your gut, we are waiting to work with you. 

People that love us:

“The staff at In Symmetry are so friendly and welcoming. I love the calming ambience in this healing space - every time I visit I leave already looking forward to my next visit. The care & professionalism of the practitioners are outstanding. Highly recommended for women's fertility concerns - Google

“I am a big believer in the need for self care. Acupuncture, Hannah, (More recently, In Symmetry) became part of my self care commitment more than 5 years ago. The health benefits to both my mind and body are wonderful, truly complimenting the life I want to live and I have never slept better!” - Google

“If you're into alternative medicines and looking for someone that really cares about your health this is the place to come.” - Facebook