I created Upwey Acupuncture in 2019 to provide a peaceful, private sanctuary where residents can slow down, feel heard, and receive dedicated one-on-one care.

Having grown up in this beautiful region, I am deeply passionate about supporting the health and well-being of my local community – welcoming individuals and families from Upwey, as well as neighbouring suburbs across the hills and Knox area, including Belgrave, Ferny Creek, Upper Ferntree Gully, Ferntree Gully, Rowville, Scoresby, and Tecoma.

“My mission is to offer personalised acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in a tranquil, nature-filled setting. I strongly believe in living in harmony with the seasons and the natural world, and helping others reconnect with their body’s innate balance through this ancient system of medicine.” — Dr Amanda Cox-Edwards (TCM)

23 years of clinical experience and international training

When you visit Upwey Acupuncture, you are supported by over 23 years of continuous clinical practice in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Professional experience and teaching highlights:

• Educational background: Former lecturer and clinic manager at the London College of Traditional Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. I also regularly present Chinese medicine workshops at retreats across Melbourne.
• Specialised women’s health teams: Former member of the Fertile Ground Health Group team in Melbourne; former Secretary of the London Acupuncture Childbirth Team (ACT London); and founding member of the Acupuncture Conception & Childbirth Team Bristol (ACCT Bristol).
• Continuous education: I regularly undertake ongoing professional development in gynaecology, obstetrics, pain management, and acupuncture techniques to ensure my practice remains evidence-informed and up to date.

Conditions I work with

I have a particular interest in supporting patients experiencing pain and a wide range of women’s health concerns.

Over the years, I have also worked with many other health conditions. If you are unsure whether acupuncture may be suitable for you, please call to discuss your individual needs.

Professional registrations and qualifications

For your peace of mind, I am fully registered with Australia’s peak regulatory bodies and professional associations:

Professional registrations:

• AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
• CMBA (Chinese Medicine Board of Australia)
• AACMA (Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association)
• BAcC (British Acupuncture Council – Overseas Membership)

Formal qualifications:

• Licentiate in Acupuncture — London College of Traditional Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
• Postgraduate Diploma in Oriental Herbal Medicine — University of East London
• Licentiate in Oriental Herbal Medicine — London College of Traditional Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
• Diploma in Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage) — Asante Academy / Middlesex University
• Paediatric Acupuncture Certification (Levels 1, 2 & 3) — Trained under Dr Julian Scott (UK)

Connected to community and nature

Outside the clinic, my heart belongs to the local environment and community. Having grown up in the Dandenong Ranges, I love spending my free time immersed in our local bushland.

I am deeply connected to our local environment and actively volunteer with the Friends of Glenfern Valley Bushland team and the Yarra Ranges Gardens for Wildlife program.  In my spare time, you’ll often find me in the garden, or practising tai chi and qi gong. Chinese medicine is all about living in harmony with nature’s cycles, and I bring that same sense of balance, grounding, and quiet care into every session at my clinic.

Ready to begin your health journey?

Whether you are looking for support with a specific health concern or simply curious about how acupuncture can help you feel your best, I would love to welcome you into the clinic.