Charlie Foust

Dr Chinese Medicine

Like many who come to study Chinese medicine, Charlie’s path was shaped by a personal experience. In her twenties, she found relief from debilitating pain through acupuncture when nothing else helped. Deeply curious as to why something so simple could be so effective, her passion for Chinese medicine was sparked, leading her to a career she hadn’t planned but felt profoundly called to pursue.

Now, as a dedicated practitioner, Charlie combines her deep knowledge of Chinese medicine with an intuitive and compassionate approach to care. She understands the deep connection between physical and emotional health and takes a holistic approach to support each client’s unique health journey. Her treatments integrate multiple modalities, incorporating dietary, herbal, and lifestyle recommendations drawn from both Eastern and Western traditions to help restore balance and well-being. Whether addressing chronic pain, stress, digestive issues, or women’s health, Charlie tailours every treatment to the individual.

Her expertise is built on both rigorous study and hands-on experience. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Acupuncture and has received extensive training in fertility, including mentorship in the renowned clinics of Jane Lyttleton. She also follows the lineage of Dr. Richard Tan, studying classical meridian therapy under Master Sonia Tan.

If you’re seeking expert care from an experienced and compassionate clinician, Charlie welcomes you to book an appointment and take the next step toward balanced, lasting wellness.

About Charlie

Charlie lived most her life in Minneapolis, Minnesota USA. In the decade prior to her career in Chinese medicine, Charlie worked as a birth doula and childbirth educator. She also served on the board of a not-for-profit organisation that advocated legislatively for informed, supported, and empowered birth. With over a decade in that space, she carries a deep respect for a woman’s ability to birth her baby with confidence and care.

Charlie is registered with AHPRA and The Australian Acupuncture Chinese Medicine Association, which ensures that she is maintaining the highest level of clinical practice and enables her to offer health rebates.

Charlie will incorporate a multifaceted approach, including dietary, herbal and lifestyle advice from both Eastern and Western influences in order to help restore your well-being. She practices in clinic on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

    • Hormone regulation and health

    • Female and Male Fertility

    • Musculoskeletal

    • Pregnancy, birth and postnatal care

    • Emotional well-being, stress, anxiety, depression

    • Digestive disorders

    • Headaches, Migraines, Sleep, Allergies

    • BHSc Acupuncture from Endeavour College of Natural Health

    • Registered Acupuncturist

    • Registered Level 4 Balance Method Acupuncturist

Services

Initial Consultation

  • In your initial consultation we will take a comprehensive assessment of your health history, concerns and general well-being. The session will be 60-90 minutes, including treatment. Treatment can include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion, along with dietary and lifestyle advice. If appropriate, Chinese herbal medicine will be recommended.

    Ask Charlie about prepaid multi follow up Care Packages. Thes are priced to save you 10% on regular appointment pricing. All are claimable through private health also.

  • New patient appointments are approximately 90 minutes and follow up appointments are 50 minutes. Each session includes a consultation, acupuncture treatment and any other modalities (cupping, gua sha or moxa) your practitioner feels would benefit you. Herbal recommendations are also provided.

  • Initial appointment $150.00

    (Follow-up appointments are $130)

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.

Follow Up Consultation

  • During these sessions we will discuss your treatment response and address any new concerns. The session will be 50-60 minutes, including treatment. Treatment can include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and moxibustion, along with dietary and lifestyle advice. If appropriate, Chinese herbal medicine will be recommended.

  • New patient appointments are approximately 90 minutes and follow up appointments are 50 minutes. Each session includes a consultation, acupuncture treatment and any other modalities (cupping, gua sha or moxa) your practitioner feels would benefit you. Herbal recommendations are also provided.

  • $130.00

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.

Acupuncture for Fertility

  • Acupuncture is often used as a complementary treatment to conventional medicine for fertility and IVF. Whether being used for natural conception, or to help your body prepare for an IVF cycle, it can be a great tool.

    Acupuncture has been shown to support fertility by increasing blood circulation to the ovaries to assist with optimal follicular development as well as increasing microcirculation to the uterus to encourage endometrial growth, increasing the chances of implantation.

    Having treatment may also help to reduce stress levels, which can impact hormone levels and fertility.

  • New patient appointments are approximately 60 minutes and follow up appointments are 50 minutes. Each session includes a consultation, acupuncture treatment and any other modalities (cupping, gua sha or moxa) your practitioner feels would benefit you. Herbal recommendations are also provided.

  • $130.00

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.

Hormone Balance and Health

  • Acupuncture and herbal medicine can assist with a variety of hormone imbalances. From adrenal health to PMS and menopause, acupuncture can be used to restore hormone balance leading to more energy, smooth emotions, better sleep, and an ease of menopausal symptoms.

  • New patient appointments are approximately 60-90 minutes and follow up appointments are 50 minutes. Each session includes a consultation, acupuncture treatment and any other modalities (cupping, gua sha or moxa) your practitioner feels would benefit you.

    Herbal recommendations are also provided.

  • $130.00

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.

Musculoskeletal

  • Chinese medicine has a great deal to offer in the treatment of musculoskeletal issues. By inciting endogenous pain relieving mechanisms and encouraging blood circulation to the affected area, acupuncture sends a healing response in both acute and chronic cases. Tendinopathy, ligament strains, joint and pain issues all benefit.

  • New patient appointments are approximately 60-90 minutes and follow up appointments are 50 minutes. Each session includes a consultation, acupuncture treatment and any other modalities (cupping, gua sha or moxa) your practitioner feels would benefit you.

    Herbal recommendations are also provided.

  • $130

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.

Cupping and Guasha

  • Cupping aids with relaxing the body, removing tension and pain. Commonly used in treating musculoskeletal issues.

    Great for aiding respiratory issues, cough or wheezing.

    Gua sha is used to remove stagnation or aid with moving energy through the body. Commonly used for flu and pain and can aid with tension within the body.

    Health rebates available

  • Cupping and Guasha follow up appointment is 30 minutes

  • $100

    24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduled appointments is necessary in order to avoid a cancellation fee . This allows us time to schedule another patient that would benefit from treatment.

    This appointment policy allows us to develop mutual consideration & respect for our time & yours.

    Cancellation fee - Less than 24 Hours is 50% of the session price.

    Less than 12 hours is 100% of the session cost.