About The Clinic
Lins Acupuncture and Wellness Centre was established in 2013.
Beginning as a home based operation in Papakura with a small additional leased studio in Beachlands it moved the entire operation in 2018 to the new commercial development called Karaka Shopping Centre.
It is run by husband and wife team Eason and Elaine who are both qualified acupuncturists and working full time with the assistance of a part time receptionist. As owner operators of the business, we are passionate about providing the best knowledge, skills and care levels by using traditional Chinese medicine techniques to offer services of acupuncture and structural restoration therapy.
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Eason & Elaine Lin
Eason and Elaine Lin are both qualified ACC registered acupuncturists and current members of New Zealand Acupuncture Standard Authority (NZASA) and New Zealand Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society (NZCMAS).
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They both have Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with five-year full-time course at the Tianjin University of Chinese Medicine (China) in 2003-2008 and National Diploma in Acupuncture with one-year full-time course at New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) in 2009. They are keeping ongoing education to improve their quality of services to patients.
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Eason and Elaine had professional training in Structural Restoration Therapy by Dr. Lin Liang Chuan and Chang Sang Jun Pulse Percussion by Dr. Li Shu Sen to create great skills in sense on palpation.
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Hildegarde Martin
Kia ora, I’m Hildegarde May Martin – a qualified naturopath, herbal medicine lover, and someone who truly believes in the body’s ability to heal when given the right support.
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My journey into naturopathy began from a deep curiosity about natural health and a desire to work with people in a meaningful, heart-led way. Over the years, I’ve seen how small changes, compassionate listening, and the right support can make a real difference in someone’s wellbeing – physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
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I graduated from the South Pacific College of Natural Medicine with a Bachelor of Naturopathic and Herbal Medicine, bringing both scientific knowledge and a deeply intuitive approach to my practice. I believe in keeping things simple, clear, and realistic – working with you, not just your symptoms.
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I’m especially passionate about supporting women through life’s transitions, managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, eczema, and acne. I offer nutritional guidance to help people better understand their bodies and provide gentle, practical support that fits naturally into everyday life.
When I’m not in the clinic, you’ll likely find me in the garden, walking in nature, brewing herbal teas, crafting healing balms or soaps, or painting—simple rituals that reflect my belief in the healing power of nature and the nourishment it provides.
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I offer consultations online and in person at Lins Acupuncture & Wellness Centre in Karaka. Whether you're navigating stress, gut issues, hormone imbalances, fatigue, or just feeling not quite yourself, I'm here to support you.
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"Healing is not about fixing what’s broken, but about discovering the wholeness that’s already within you."
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Let’s connect and gently move you toward feeling more balanced, resilient, and well in your own skin.