Naturopathy & Acupuncture for Optimal Health
A holistic approach to healing through naturopathy, acupuncture, and personalised care.
Naturopathy - Natural Science at Work
Natural Science at Work
Naturopathy is a comprehensive, person-centred system of healthcare that emphasises prevention and the body inherent capacity for self-healing. Through the thoughtful use of diet, lifestyle medicine, and naturally derived therapeutics, naturopathic care aims to restore balance and support optimal health.
Naturopathic physicians combine traditional medical wisdom with modern scientific research and a deep understanding of human biology. This integrative approach allows for personalised care that considers the whole person not just isolated symptoms.
At Como Health Group, our focus is on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of illness. Many chronic health conditions are influenced by modifiable factors such as nutrition, stress, environmental exposures, gut health, sleep, and lifestyle patterns. By investigating these drivers of disease, we aim to create sustainable improvements in health and wellbeing.
Our Clinical Approach For Naturopathy
Our clinical approach incorporates elements of functional medicine, using targeted clinical assessments and appropriate testing when required. This may include in-clinic point-of-care testing or external pathology services to better understand each patient unique physiology.
At Como Health Group, naturopathy is practised as part of a truly integrative model of care. Treatments may include naturopathy, acupuncture, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, lifestyle medicine, and other evidence-informed natural therapies, all applied within a modern scientific framework and guided by careful clinical observation.
To support the body natural healing processes while helping patients build the foundations for long-term health.
- Clinical nutrition
- Phytotherapy (herbal medicine)
- European biological medicine
- Pharmacognosy (the science of medicinal plants)
- Traditional Chinese medicine
- Environmental medicine
- Lifestyle medicine
Acupuncture - Regulating the Body’s Natural Systems
Regulating the Body Natural Systems.
Acupuncture is a time-honoured system of medicine that has been practiced for thousands of years and is increasingly supported by modern scientific research. By inserting very fine needles into specific points on the body, acupuncture helps regulate the nervous system, circulation, immune function, and the body’s natural healing processes.
From a traditional perspective, acupuncture works by restoring the balanced flow of Qi (vital energy) through pathways known as meridians. When this flow becomes disrupted due to stress, illness, injury, or lifestyle factors, symptoms and disease may arise. Acupuncture aims to restore harmony within the body’s internal systems, helping to relieve symptoms while supporting deeper physiological balance.
Modern research has helped explain many of acupuncture’s mechanisms of action. Studies show that acupuncture can influence neurotransmitters, inflammatory pathways, hormone regulation, and autonomic nervous system activity — helping the body move out of chronic “fight-or-flight” states and back toward repair and restoration.
Our Clinical Approach For Acupuncture
Our practitioners draw from both traditional Chinese medical theory and contemporary biomedical research to guide treatment. Techniques may include traditional acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, cupping therapy, moxibustion, and other supportive manual therapies when appropriate.
At Como Health Group, acupuncture is often combined with naturopathic medicine, clinical nutrition, herbal medicine, and lifestyle medicine. This allows us to support both the regulatory systems of the body (through acupuncture) and the underlying drivers of illness (through naturopathic and functional medicine approaches). By addressing both the body regulatory networks and the root causes of disease, we aim to create more comprehensive and lasting improvements in health.
At Como Health Group, acupuncture is commonly used to support patients with a wide range of health concerns
- Pain and musculoskeletal conditions
- Stress, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation
- Digestive disorders and gut health conditions
- Respiratory and sinus conditions
- Fatigue and post-viral syndromes
- Hormonal and reproductive health concerns
- Chronic inflammatory conditions
Why Choose Us
Personalised, Natural Therapies
Tailored treatment plans that address your unique health needs using evidence-based natural medicine and traditional healing practices.
Warm, Expert
Professionals
Committed to your wellbeing with university-trained practitioners who combine deep knowledge with genuine care and compassion.
Results-Focused, Holistic Approach
We address the root causes of illness, not just symptoms, to create sustainable improvements in your health and vitality.
Meet Shaun French
Acupuncturist & Naturopathic Physician
- Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture), RMIT University
- Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy), Southern School of Natural Therapies (now Torrens University)
- AHPRA-Registered Acupuncturist and Naturopathic Physician
Shaun is a passionate and dedicated AHPRA-Registered Acupuncturist and university-trained Naturopathic Physician. With a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) and a Master of Applied Science (Acupuncture), Shaun combines traditional wisdom with modern healthcare approaches to offer personalised, integrative care.
In addition to his clinical work, Shaun is also a clinical educator and academic at Torrens University, where he shares his knowledge and experience with the next generation of healthcare practitioners.
Shaun integrates acupuncture, naturopathy, nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and evidence-based complementary techniques to offer holistic care that supports the body natural healing processes. He is deeply committed to understanding his patients' unique health needs and providing tailored treatment plans for long-term wellness.
Shaun has a particular interest in how complex health conditions interact, influence, and affect one another and how they can be treated through an integrated approach. Outside of his clinical practice, Shaun enjoys all things outdoors and the adventure of raising three energetic boys.
Conditions Treated
Shaun works with patients experiencing a wide range of health concerns, including:
Fatigue, Pain, and Stress
Anxiety and Mental Health Issues
Chronic Inflammatory and Immune
System Dysfunction
Mould-Related Illnes
Digestive Disorders (e.g., SIBO)
Asthma, Respiratory, and Sinus Conditions Allergies and Post-Viral Syndromes
Holistic healthcare through naturopathy, acupuncture, and personalised care. Supporting your journey to optimal health.
- Monday 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday 1pm to 6pm
- Wednesday 9am to 5pm
- Thursday 9am to 5pm
- Friday 9am to 5pm