The Empress Acupuncturists
Our clinic in Upper Ferntree Gully offers holistic care through acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and integrative therapies. Our practitioners combine clinical expertise with a compassionate, heart-centred approach. Supporting patients with fertility, pregnancy, hormonal balance, complex health conditions and emotional wellbeing. We are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing space where every person feels supported on their path to lasting health and balance.
Anna Ritter
(nee McMullen)
Anna is a highly experienced Chinese medicine practitioner and the founder of Empress Acupuncture. With over 15 years of clinical practice, she specialises in women’s health, fertility, pregnancy care and postnatal support, as well as complex health conditions and mental wellbeing. Combining acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, NLP and transformational healing, Anna offers outcome-focused, heart-centred care that empowers her patients to feel their best. Learn more here.
Jonalyn Lim
Jonalyn is a dedicated Chinese medicine practitioner, committed to providing compassionate, results-focussed care for health and wellbeing. She brings a warm and thoughtful approach to every treatment, supporting patients with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine across areas including menstrual health, fertility, pregnancy, postnatal care and stress management. With strong clinical expertise and a patient-centred philosophy, Jonalyn creates a safe and supportive space where women feel truly heard, nurtured and guided on their journey toward better health.
Dr Yaqi Duan
Yaqi brings a genuine dedication to Chinese medicine and a strong commitment to ongoing learning.
Since completing her formal studies, she has continued to deepen her knowledge through further training, guided by curiosity, care and respect for Chinese medicine.
She has a particular interest in women’s health, chronic and complex health conditions. Her focus is on supporting the body gently and thoughtfully over time