— Qualified, Experienced & Caring Practitioner
Holistic Therapies supported by experience
Koru Healing – Christchurch Based Care
Koru Healing is a clinic based in Ferrymead at Unit 6, 27 Waterman Place, Christchurch. Owner and practitioner Tracey Shewan has spent nearly two decades supporting clients in finding relief from pain and promoting recovery.
Tracey Shewan
Personal Journey to Acupuncture Practice
Tracey’s journey into acupuncture began while supporting her father through his cancer treatment. “He was often in pain, and I found that simple techniques like foot massage were really helpful to him. This drew me to explore complementary health therapies,” she recalls.
Her interest in Chinese medicine grew after attending an introductory weekend course. “I appreciate the holistic approach of Chinese medicine. It focuses not only on current symptoms but also on identifying underlying causes, supporting long-term change rather than just symptom management.”
Tracey’s approach to working with clients emphasises practical strategies that can be incorporated into daily life to support recovery, balance, and overall wellbeing alongside acupuncture treatment.
She completed four years of training to earn a Diploma in Acupuncture from the New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine and is a Registered Acupuncturist with the Chinese Medicine Council of New Zealand. This requires at least 22 hours of professional development each year to maintain membership.
Client-Centred, Evidence-Informed Care
Tracey’s primary aim when working with a client is to reduce symptoms and relieve pain. Achieving this begins with attentive listening.
“It’s very important to me that I truly understand each client’s goals for treatment,” Tracey explains. “I also make sure to clearly communicate how acupuncture and other therapies may support their condition and what they can expect during and after treatment.”
Her approach is grounded in clinical experience and supported by evidence for many conditions. Acupuncture can help increase blood flow, alleviate pain, stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, and reduce inflammation.
Every individual’s recovery is unique, but Tracey generally expects to see some improvement in a client’s condition within one or two sessions.
