BSc (Hons) Dip Ac. Dip OHM Acupuncturist
Sinsook is a highly qualified acupuncturist with over 25 years of experience treating and more than 15 years treating at the White Hart Clinic. She graduated from the University of Westminster with an honours degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and a postgraduate diploma in Chinese Medicine. She has also done further clinical studies in South Korea and China, gaining invaluable clinical experience.
In the UK, she has successfully set up her own practice and has also worked in a GP surgery as a member of the NHS team. She has held a variety of posts at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, including teaching Chinese Herbal Pharmacology and being in charge of the Herbal Pharmacy.
She is dedicated to innovative research and on-going study to deepen her understanding of health improvement and overall well-being. Her passion has lead her to complete a weight management course at Reading University which highlights the importance of treating metabolic conditions such as diabetes, cardio-vascular conditions and cancers.
Sinsook approaches ailments holistically as body and mind are one entity. Her treatment focuses on obtaining and maintaining the optimal internal balance of the body, revitalising the immune system (crucial for fighting viral infections, post-viral syndrome, extreme fatigue and arthritis). This is particularly helpful for common digestive problems such as indigestion and IBS and she has been effective in improving gut health which is a gateway to enhancing the immune system.
Sinsook has been helping numerous women in their pregnancy journeys (pre-, during-, and postnatally), including birth preparation. She has been assisting many of her clients with pregnancy-related issues, by increasing the chance of the success of natural and IVF-assisted conception. In addition Sinsook also treats menstrual-related issues.
Sinsook has been supporting people who are undergoing cancer treatments or after cancer treatments for many years and has obtained a certificate for Advanced Non-Medical practitioner in cancer care course from Guy's Hospital Cancer Academy.
Acupuncture can be beneficial for cancer patients to help with the management of symptoms such as;
- Nausea and Vomiting: Some studies suggest that acupuncture may help reduce nausea in individuals who have undergone chemotherapy.
- Pain Relief: Acupuncture can be used to alleviate pain and other symptoms or side effects associated with cancer and its treatments.
- Balancing Energy Flow
- Help relieve fatigue
- Control hot flashes
- Support emotional wellbeing
Sinsook has also been precipitating repairing scar tissues resulting from injuries or operations by promoting blood flow and making scar tissues more supple/back to normal.
She treats both adults and children.
Sinsook is a member of the British Acupuncture Council
Appointments with Sinsook can be made on:
- Tuesday: 8.45am - 3pm
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Thursday: 8.45am - 3pm
