Revive Your Wellbeing Restore Your Balance
Revitalise Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
In the serene setting of the Gold Coast Hinterland, there lies a haven for those seeking holistic wellbeing - a place where the ancient practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is applied to support you balance your being and feel revitalised.
Revitalise Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (Revitalise) is a clinic where the focus is on empowering individuals to take charge of their health and walk the path of wellness. With a range of services including acupuncture, TCM herbal formulas, dietary guidance, massage and Qigong, Revitalise caters to a diverse clientele seeking gentle, effective, and research-backed approaches to wellbeing.
The philosophy at Revitalise is rooted in the belief that true healing comes from treating the person as a whole - addressing not just symptoms (branch), but the underlying imbalances (root) that contribute to imbalance. Using the ancient wisdom and evidence-based practices of TCM you are guided towards achieving optimal health and vitality.
Our dedication to individualised care is highlighted by tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each person, whether you're struggling with chronic pain, stress, anxiety, digestive issues, or simply looking to enhance your overall health, we are committed to supporting you revitalise and balance your whole being.
As part of our commitment in supporting your wellbeing through education and empowerment, Revitalise uses a wellness blog, providing valuable insights, tips, and resources to help clients make informed decisions about their health.
If you're ready to embrace an holistic approach to wellbeing, we welcome the opportunity to meet and support you in achieving this. Let the ancient wisdom of TCM and the modern application of this ancient medicine guide you towards balancing your wellbeing.
REVITALISE YOUR WELLBEING AND RENEW YOUR VITALITY!
Why Traditional Chinese Medicine?
It offers support with
Digestion
TCM balances spleen‑stomach qi, using acupuncture and herbs like ginger to boost enzymes, reduce dampness, and ease digestion.
Fatigue
TCM restores qi, nourishes blood, balances yin‑yang with herbs like ginseng, suan zao ren, and acupuncture, alleviating fatigue and insomnia.
Musculoskeletal aches and pain
Acupuncture stimulates nerve pathways, triggers endorphin release, eases muscle tension, reduces inflammation, and enhances blood flow for faster pain relief.
Women's Health
TCM balances hormonal cycles, nourishes blood, supports fertility, alleviates menstrual pain, and harmonises energy for overall women’s health wellbeing.
Overall wellbeing
TCM balances qi, nourishes blood, harmonizes organs, supports immunity, supports stress resilience and sleep, nourishes digestion, and enhances emotional equilibrium.
Stress and anxiety
TCM can calm stress and anxiety by harmonising yin‑yang, regulating adrenal-like functions, soothing the nervous system with herbal formulas, acupuncture points, breathing exercises, and mind‑body techniques that restore balanced qi flow.
Your Practitioner
Dr Kate Dunbar BHSc (Acupuncturist)
Roots in Nature
I had the wonderful opportunity to grow up on a farm as well as by the ocean. In my late teens and 20's I was also fortunate enough to work on large cattle stations in remote and beautiful parts of Australia. These experiences gave me countless hours immersed in nature and among animals. It showed me that our innate ability to heal and balance by aligning with the natural world around us was the ideal way to approach any imbalance in our wellbeing, physically, mentally and spiritually.
Turning Curiosity into a Career
At age 13 I visited my first naturopath. I was amazed by how the body naturally strives to heal itself and how simple, supportive modalities can enhance that innate balance and ease. In 2012 having raised three children who were now entrenched in the school system, I felt ready to pursue my curiosity about holistic wellness. I wanted a hands‑on path, so I enrolled in a Diploma in Remedial Massage with QAcademy in Brisbane.
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In 2014 I began practicing as a Remedial Therapist at an acupuncture clinic in the picturesque Samford Valley, Queensland. Working alongside the acupuncturists, I witnessed how it seamlessly connects with the body, mind and spirit to help each person re-balance their wellbeing. I was fascinated and knew I wanted to learn all I could about this ancient medicinal treatment.
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Deepening the Knowledge
Inspired, I started a Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Acupuncture at Endeavour College of Health in 2016. Eight years later, I’m fortunate and grateful to be able to serve my community as a qualified Acupuncturist, continually humbled by the ancient medicine's capacity to empower self‑healing.
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Why I Practice
Acupuncture and TCM provide limitless ways to work with the whole being, restoring balance and supporting health. My mission is to share this beautiful, supportive, and effective approach with anyone seeking balance between mind, body, and spirit.
