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Gozo Acupuncture & Wellness
The Tower Building
Level 3, Fortunato Mizzi Street, Victoria, Gozo, Malta
Cherie Attard
Director/ Traditional Chinese Medicine/
Women's Health & Fertility Acupuncture/
Coaching & Hypnotherapy
Ms. Attard is the director of Gozo Acupuncture. She is a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner trained in Australia from the University of Technology Sydney and from Yunnan Normal University in China. She graduated from university receiving the highest Academic Award which is the Deans Merit for Outstanding Academic Excellence.
Her post graduate experience includes working in General Healthcare, particularly musculoskeletal pain and injury conditions, cessation of smoking addictions, psychological stress and anxiety, along with extensive mentoring and training in women's health, and fertility healthcare.
Following the success of her post graduate experience, Ms Attard was headhunted to be the Founder of the Western Sydney Westmead IVF Acupuncture Support Clinic. In which she was involved in clinical trials and provided training to junior practitioners in fertility support treatments.
Furthermore, Ms Attard then went on to become the New South Wales State Clinic Manager of Endeavour College of Natural Health the largest natural health college in the Southern Hemisphere, where she had the privilege of mentoring 200 student practitioners a day, 6 days a week, whilst concurrently continuing to see private practice patients on Sundays, in her private clinic practice of Glebe Point Acupuncture.
Ms. Attard has now permanently relocated to Gozo, Malta and brings with her a wealth of qualifications, experience, and expertise in General Health and Women's Health/Fertility support care to the Maltese islands.
Degree Qualifications
Bachelor of Health Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine
University of Technology Sydney 2004-2009
Awarded Deans Merit for Outstanding Academic
Excellence
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (China Major)
University of Technology Sydney, Yunnan Normal University China 2004-2009
Awarded Deans Merit for Outstanding Academic Excellence
Professional Accrediation
Malta Council for Professions Complementary to Medicine
Professional Acupuncture Board Registered #23
Editor of Publications
Editor of Clinical Handbook of Chinese Herbs Desk Reference
By William Maclean, Published by Pangolin Press 2010
Editor of Tai Acupuncture
By David Tai, 2007
Post Graduate Qualifications
Practitioner Certificate Training of Hypnotherapy - Certificate 2026
Eli Huang Seminars, certified by The American Board of Hypnotherapy.
Practitioner Certificate Training of Neuro-Linguistic Programming - Certificate 2026
Eli Huang Seminars, certified by The American Board of Neuro-Linguisitc Programming.
Practitioner Certificate Training of Time Line Therapy - Certificate 2026
Eli Huang Seminars, certified by The Time Line Therapy Association
Using Chinese Medicine to Address Intergenerational Trauma- Certificate 2025
CT Holman, Online Pro D Healthy Seminars
What is Your Story- 5 Keys to Having an Authentic Inspiring Life and Practice Certificate 2024
Chinese Medicine Doctor Ray Rubio, Key Note Speaker at International Fertility Symposium by American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, Online Pro D Healthy Seminars
Ayurveda in the Kitchen Workshop Certificate 2024
Ayurveda Doctor Manuela Heider De Jahnsen, Victoria - Gozo, Malta.
Clearing the Clouds- Introduction to Shen Acupuncture for the Treatment of Anxiety and Depression Certificate 2023
Dr Yair Maimon, Online Webinar TCM Academy
Spirit Gate: Opening to the Psycho- Spiritual Potential of Acupuncture Points Certificate 2023
Lorie Eve Dechar, Online Webinar TCM Academy
Post Graduate Qualifications
Continued
Chinese Medicine Pediatrics - Module 1 Introduction to Pediatrics Certificate 2022
David Allen, Online Webinar Pro D Healthy Seminars
The Importance of Nurturing the Young- to raise happy, healthy children Pediatrics Certificate 2022
Rebecca Avern, Online Webinar Pro D Healthy Seminars
Acupuncture for Stress Management in Pregnancy and Childbirth Certificate 2021
Karine Kedar, Online Webinar Pro D Healthy Seminars
Exploring the Development of Personality- The Journey from Embryo to Adult from Chinese Medicine Perspective Certificate 2021
Dr David Miller, Online Webinar Pro D Healthy Seminars
Interactions and the Movement of Emotions Certificate 2021
Jonathan Shubs, Online Webinar Needle Pro Australia
Postpartum Care Chinese Medicine Certificate 2020 -
Brendt Reynolds, Online Webinar
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Stress 6 Week Course Certificate 2020 -
Eli Huang, Online Webinar
Teachings from the Chinese Nourishment of Life Tradition- Staying Healthy through Life's Changes Certificate 2020 -
Peter Deadman, Online Webinar
Reiki Level 1 and 2 Certificate 2020 -
Salvatore Bezzano, Nadur, Gozo, Malta
Nurturing the Fetus - the 10 Months of Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Certificate 2019 -
Debra Betts and Sabine Wilms, Pro D Seminars.
Brain Chemistry and Brain Circulation - the Treatment of Cognitive Dysfunction with Chinese Herbs Certificate 2018,
Heiner Fruehauf, Pro D Seminars.
5 Elements 5 Emotions Certificate 2018,
Gye Bennetts, 5 Elements Acupuncture Seminars Australia.
Maternity Acupuncture Certificate 2017,
Debra Betts, Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Rhythms of Change Certificate 2016,
Mary Saunders, University of Technology Sydney.
Pulse Taking Workshop - Putting it all Together Certificate 2016, Andrew Koh, Endeavour College of Natural Health Sydney.
How Li Dongyuan used Zhang Zhongjings Formulas in the Treatment of the Spleen-Stomach Certificate 2016, Stephen Boyanton, Endeavour College of Natural Health Sydney.
Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace Certificate 2016, Continuing Education Course, University of Sydney.
Hunyuan (Fertility) Medicine- Finding the True Essence Certificate 2013, Yaron Seidman,
University of Sydney.
Bridging the Gap between Western Medical
Investigations and TCM Certificate 2012, Dr Tony Goh, Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Neijing Pulse Certificate 2012, David White,
Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Chinese Medicine & IVF Support Certificate 2011,
Kathryn Taylor, University of Technology Sydney.
Treatment of the Head and Neck Pain with Acupuncture Certificate 2011, David Legge,
Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Treatment of the Low Back, Thoracic Spine and Ribcage with Acupuncture Certificate 2010, David Legge,
Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Unknotting Difficult Cases-Blood Stasis Certificate 2010, Dr Gunter Neeb, St John's College, University of Sydney.
Acupuncture Diagnosis and Treatment- Needle Techniques Certificate 2010, David Tai,
Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Gua Sha Masterclass Certificate 2010, Kyle Powderly,
Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Emma Sanchez - General Health Acupuncturist
& Chinese Herbalist
British-born Emma studied and trained in New York City, earning a Masters of Science in Acupuncture in 2011 followed by a Certification in Chinese Herbal Medicine. After a few years in private practice, Emma became interested in working with rural communities with very limited access to quality healthcare. From 2016 to 2020 she travelled between projects in rural Nepal, Peru and Guatemala working on a volunteer basis in low-resource settings. In Nepal, she also supervised and trained both visiting and local practitioners. From 2020-2022 she was part of a multi-disciplinary team working with refugees and the undocumented in Northern Greece.
Working with these populations exposed her to a very broad range of issues from musculoskeletal injury, neurological injury such as stroke-related paralysis, pain management, scars and emotional trauma, to more general health conditions.
Emma is now excited to bring these skills to Gozo. She is particulary interested in restoring function and managing pain so that her patients can live their best lives, whether the problem is due to a sports injury, aging, lifestyle or disease. From neck, shoulder, back and knee pain to assisting post-stroke rehabilitation or other neurological issues.
Degree Qualifications
Masters of Science in Acupuncture
Tri-State College off Acupuncture, NY, USA 2008-2011
Certificate of Herbology (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, NY 2011-2013
Remote Emergency Medical Technician (REMT, NREMT, MCPIC)
Remote Medical International, WA, USA 2018
Professional Accreditation
Malta Council for Professions Complementary to Medicine
Professional Acupuncture Board Registered #24
Diplomate in Oriental Medicine (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) #138878
New York State License – L.Ac (Licensed Acupuncturist #004647-1)
Post Graduate Studies
2023/26 Neuro-Meridian Acupuncture: Modules 1-3 including Nerve Entrapment & Central Nervous System Dysfunction
2021 Acupuncture & Migraines
Dr Ayla Wolf, online
2020 Medical Neuroscience
Duke University/Coursera, online
2019 Scalp Acupuncture for Neurological and Psychosomatic Diseases and Disorders
Suzanne Robidoux, Germany
2016 - 2017: Dermatology Program
Mazin Al-Kafajih, USA
2014 - 2016: Graduate Mentorship Program
Clarifying Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine, White Pine Institute, USA
2011-2015 Tui Na & Bone Mobilizations & Ortho-Acupuncture
Zheng Gu Tui Na, USA
Craniosacral Therapy 1
USA
Johan You - Musculoskeletal and Pain Acupuncture,
& Tuina Practitioner
Johan is a qualified practitioner specialising in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Tuina, with a particular interest in musculoskeletal health and pain management.
His acupuncture approach focuses on supporting people experiencing neck, shoulder and back pain, muscular tension, stiffness and other musculoskeletal concerns.
Johan also practises Tuina Chinese therapeutic massage, using hands-on techniques and acupressure to support relaxation, mobility and overall physical wellbeing.
His approach combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with personalised, hands-on care tailored to each individual.
Salvatore Bazzano - Deep Tissue Massage, Rolfing & Craniosacral Therapist
Salvatore Bazzano is a qualified physiotherapist since 1993, Rolfer deep tissue massage therapist since 2000, Cranio Sacral Therapist since 2001, Reiki Master since 1998 and Energy Integration Master since 2007. He is also a Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor. He provides treatments suitable for people experiencing chronic and multiple medical conditions, physical body pain, emotional/psychological distress such as panic attack, anxiety or stress.
Aminatta Bojang - Deep Tissue & Sports Massage Therapist
As a seasoned Certified Massage Therapist, I specialise in Sports Massage and Deep Tissue techniques, offering tailored sessions designed to invigorate both body and mind. My background in personal training has equipped me with invaluable insights into biomechanics, muscular imbalances, and injury prevention strategies, allowing me to tailor my massage therapy sessions to meet the unique needs of each client. My sports massage is a fusion of dynamic stretching, focused pressure, and proprioceptive techniques, I assist all levels in reaching their zenith while minimising the risk of overuse and strain. In addition, my experience in myofascial release techniques enables me to address fascial restrictions and adhesions, restoring balance and alignment throughout the body. The deep tissue massage sessions are designed to penetrate the underlying layers of muscle tissue, releasing chronic tension and facilitating optimal muscle function. I delve into layers of musculature to restore a good relationship between nerve and muscle fibres to promote holistic well-being. Each session is a collaborative endeavour, tailored to address specific needs and aspirations, whether it's enhancing athletic performance or embracing profound relaxation.
Fiona Farrugia - Aromatherapist & Reflexologist
Fiona Farrugia is a Clinical Aromatherapist and Reflexologist. She is qualified with VTCT - UK - on Complementary Therapies (Aromatherapy & Reflexology) Diploma Level 3 and Level 4 (which covers Maternity, Fertility, IVF, Cancer Care).
Fiona is also qualified in Ear Reflexology with The Canadian Reflexology School in 2019 and trained in ‘The Children’s Reflexology Programme’ created by Susan Quayle in the UK in September 2019. She can provide lessons teaching mothers how to work on their babies and children. (She use storytelling and singing in this beautiful programme).
Fiona is now also a Reproflexology specialist. She helps people create precious babies. She is a member of The Association of Reproductive Reflexologists (ARR). The ARR are dedicated to enhancing fertility and supporting conception and throughout pregnancy. Reproflexology is a non-invasive, complementary therapy that works alongside conventional medicine and science to support people on their journey to create a family. The ARR support people who are searching for relief from the pain and symptoms of underlying reproductive health conditions, seeking a complementary therapy to aid conception, preparing their body for conception and pregnancy. Reproductive reflexology is a complementary therapy that involves applying gentle pressure on reflex points in the feet and the hands that correspond to parts of the body. Fiona balances, sedates or stimulates the corresponding hormones and endocrine system to support your fertility journey according to-your cycle and needs.