Johannah Ashle: Chinese Medicine Practitioner & Acupuncturist

Johannah Ashley is a Chinese medicine practitioner andacupuncturist serving the Castlemaine and Maryborough communities with a calm, grounded presence and a deeply holistic approach to wellbeing. Drawing on years of clinical experience, she weaves together traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and gentle lifestyle support to help people reconnect with balance, vitality, and a sense of ease in their bodies.Known for her warm, steady manner, Johannah creates a space where people feel genuinely seen and supported. Her treatments honour the whole person — physical, emotional, and energetic — and she works collaboratively with each client to understand the patterns beneath their symptoms. Whether someone is navigating pain, stress, hormonal changes, fatigue, or long‑standing imbalance, Johannah offers care that is both evidence‑informed and deeplyintuitive.Alongside her clinical work, Johannah teaches Qigong (chee‑gong), a gentle movement and breath‑based practice that supports grounding, mobility, and emotional regulation. Her classes offer a welcoming space for people of allages and abilities to slow down, reconnect with their bodies, and cultivate a sense of inner steadiness. These sessions complement her therapeutic work beautifully, giving community members practical tools they can use in theirdaily lives to support their own healing.Rooted in the rhythms of regional Victoria, Johannah iscommitted to accessible, community‑centred healthcare. Her practice reflects a belief that healing unfolds most naturally when people feel safe, respected, and gently guided back to their own inner resources.Discover more of Johannah's amazing work on her website - https://www.iyashi.com.au/Be My GuestIf you’re interested in being a guest on Mental HealthMatters: Voices of Change, please complete the form on my website - https://mindfulartstherapy.com.au/podcasts/ About Mindful Arts TherapyMindful Arts Therapy creates safe, empowering spaces where creativity becomes a pathway to healing. Through art, reflection, and trauma‑informed practice, it supports mental health by helping people of all ages build resilience, express emotions, and reconnect with their inner strength. For more information:⁠⁠https://mindfulartstherapy.com.au/⁠⁠ 🛑 Disclaimer: This episode does not replace professional mental or physical health care. Please consult a qualified therapist or medical practitioner for personalized support.