Health isn’t just about treating symptoms — it’s about understanding the whole person. At The Health Clinic, I support people through a wide range of health challenges, including sports injuries and musculoskeletal issues, respiratory and digestive disorders, stress and emotional health, immunity and recovery from illness, fertility and pregnancy care, and both men’s and women’s health. Every treatment is tailored to where you are now, and where you want to be.
Stephen Parsons
Bachelors degree of Applied Science (Acupuncture) and a Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine (CHM)
Hi, I’m Stephen. I’m an acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner, and I started The Health Clinic because I saw something missing in the way Western medicine approaches health — I wanted to offer a more balanced, whole-person approach.
I’ve been working with patients since 2015, helping people manage pain, restore balance, and improve their overall wellbeing. I hold a Bachelor of Applied Science (Acupuncture) and a Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine from the New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. I also trained in Swedish relaxation massage at Wellpark College.
I have a particular interest in musculoskeletal issues, internal medicine, and women’s health — but what matters most to me is finding the right approach for you. Every person is different, and I take the time to understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.
Right now, I’m also studying towards a Master’s in Health Science at the University of Auckland. My research focuses on how traditional Chinese medicine compares with Western approaches — and how the two can work together. Long-term, I plan to pursue a PhD in Chinese Medicine.
You’ll always see me when you visit the clinic. I’m committed to ethical, professional care, and I follow the AcNZ Code of Professional Ethics, the Health and Disability Commissioner’s Code of Rights, and New Zealand’s Privacy Act.
Whether you’re struggling with chronic pain, hormonal issues, stress, or just feel like things are a bit out of balance — I’d love to help.