ELLIE COLUMBINE

Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine & Integrative Health in Exeter

My approach combines the depth of Chinese medicine with a modern understanding of health, physiology, and the nervous system. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, I consider the full picture—physical health, emotional wellbeing, lifestyle, and stress.

I support patients with anxiety, symptoms triggered by stress, body pain, women’s health issues, fatigue, digestive system complaints, complex health conditions and nervous system regulation through acupuncture, herbal medicine and holistic therapies.

Many people come to me when symptoms feel ongoing, unclear, or difficult to resolve and through personalised treatment they gain understanding and autonomy over their own health.

Whether you're dealing with physical pain, emotional stress, or long-standing health patterns, treatments are designed to address the root cause—not just manage symptoms.

The aim is not just short-term relief, but lasting change. For those who want it, this work can support deeper awareness and long-term personal development.

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Evening and Weekend Appointments are available

What I Help With

I support clients with:

How I Work

Sessions are calm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs.

I can use a single approach, or I can draw from a range of therapies to support your body more effectively, (you can specify which you would/would not like included in your treatment).

Treatments may include:

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Transform your health journey with an integrative approach. Book your appointment in Exeter today to experience personalised care that addresses your body's unique needs.

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What to Expect

Your first session includes time to explore your health history, symptoms, and underlying patterns.

From this, we create a clear and personalised treatment plan.

Many clients experience:

  • Reduced pain and tension

  • Better sleep and energy

  • Improved digestion and hormonal balance

  • A calmer, more regulated nervous system

  • Greater emotional resilience

Treatments

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    Acupuncture

    Using very fine needles at specific points on the body, acupuncture restores balance and relaxes the body so that it is able to heal.

    Although there can be some sensation involved, acupuncture should be painless and patients often describe it as relaxing, invigorating, grounding and rebalancing. As well as treating physical symptoms such as pain, acupuncture can provide mental clarity and assist in emotional regulation.

    Often acupuncture is used in combination with other body treatments (such as gua-sha, tuina or cupping) if suitable.

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    Chinese Herbal Medicine

    Chinese herbs are widely used in China instead of or as a compliment to allopathic medication.

    They are sourced from a company that provides a Certificate of Analysis. This screens for active ingredients, pesticides, microbiology, and heavy metals, all to comply with stringent EU regulations

    Herbs can be prescribed as a stand alone treatment or to support other methods and can be given in raw, granule or tablet forms.

    Appointments can take place in the Exeter clinic or online.

  • Hands on body

    Reiki / Spiritual Healing

    Reiki is a calming and non-invasive therapy suitable for all ages. It involves the practitioner placing their hands lightly on or just above the client’s body helping to release physical, emotional, and mental tension.

    It is suitable for those seeking to calm their nervous system and find a gentle way to heal and is particularly popular for those who have experienced trauma or find other methods too invasive. It is also an effective practice for deepening spiritual awareness and nurturing your spirituality. I often use it alongside other treatments to enhance relaxation and healing.

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    EFT

    EFT is a ‘tapping’ therapy that combines elements of ancient Chinese medicine and modern psychology. It involves tapping on points on the hands, face, and upper body, while focusing on a particular issue or emotion to balance the body's energy system and reduce emotional distress.

    EFT can complement acupuncture, herbal medicine, and reiki therapies, supporting a holistic approach to mental and emotional health.

    Book an appointment in the Exeter clinic or online.

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The Clinic

I practise from Holmedale Health, 34 Denmark Road, Exeter, EX1 1SE.

The building offers a welcoming and professional environment conveniently located close to the city centre.

Patients can book appointments directly with me either by phone, email or by booking online.

Testimonials

  • “In late 2017, at a time of despair, with western medicine only providing continual antibiotic therapy for recurring infection, I took my G.P.’s suggestion to see if acupuncture might offer anything for my anxiety and relief of symptoms. From my first meeting with Ellie, I felt regained hope. I committed to her compassionate care for over a year, until her departure from Canada. It is because of her that I regained my quality of life, and no longer suffer chronic incapacitating infection. I happily and enthusiastically add my name to the others who have been blessed to be under her care, as testimony to her competency and skill. When I think of this extraordinary young woman, I remember her as focused, listening, kind, caring, and gentle.”

    Bev

  • “I found Ellie to be amazingly thorough taking notes of my medical history and then applying her incredible knowledge into helping to alleviate my symptoms. After my acupuncture treatments with Ellie, I felt a tremendous relief. Thank you Ellie for your professional care and kindness.”

    George

  • “Ellie is a consummate practitioner of the acupuncturist art. I feel her intuition and her knowledge result in a very thorough treatment that builds on itself from week to week and has resulted in me remaining vigorous and adaptable in this changing world of senior living. I have also found her herbal remedies to be very accurate and affordable and she mixes them very well to go along with my physical treatments. I have had a good life while under Ellie’s care and I wholeheartedly recommend her. She is very good at solving healing mysteries.”

    Sharon

  • “I found Eleanor (Ellie) Columbine to be both professional and very kind. She has a deep knowledge of the human body and makes you feel instantly at ease in her care. I found her to have an inherent understanding of the connections between the body and the mind and how healing is facilitated. Her approach to healing and prevention of disease is holistic. I am grateful to Ellie who has been very helpful in guiding me towards better overall health.”

    Maggie

  • “I have known Ellie Columbine since her school attendance at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences. Ellie’s innate intuition and mature life experience allows for sophisticated diagnostic judgement and sensitive therapeutic treatment applications for her patients. As a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine I have trusted Ellie on many occasions with my health and well being and I can highly recommend her services.”

    Leni