About Brigitte
Brigitte Linder is an AHPRA-registered Chinese medicine practitioner and dispenser in Australia. She established and operated Safflower, a TGA-accredited herbal dispensary, and founded the Safflower acupuncture clinic in regional Victoria. Passionate about high standards, change and progress in the complementary medicine industry, Brigitte is an advocate for advancing the field. With her extensive experience as a senior practitioner, she is highly skilled in addressing a wide range of health challenges.
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Brigitte Linder is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner with more than 25 years of clinical experience. Her clinical work focuses on pain management, women’s health, chronic conditions and anxiety, with an emphasis on thoughtful, individualised care.
Alongside her clinical practice, Brigitte is actively involved in research, education and professional development within Chinese medicine. She presents at Chinese medicine conferences and professional events, teaches students and mentors practitioners, bringing together her interests in clinical practice, reflective learning and research. Brigitte is registered with AHPRA in Australia.
Brigitte began her journey in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in 2001, completing her Advanced Diploma of TCM in Melbourne under the guidance of Dr Samuel Zheng, whose mentorship continues to influence her clinical practice. Since then, she has undertaken further training in Five-Element Acupuncture, classical Chinese herbal medicine, Dr Tung’s distal acupuncture and other complementary approaches.
Brigitte completed a master’s degree through the NICM Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University and is now undertaking a PhD investigating the value and use of structured case reporting in Chinese medicine and its potential to strengthen the connection between clinical practice, research and professional learning.
Brigitte also collaborates with an international network of clinicians and researchers advancing high-quality case reporting. She is particularly interested in how case reports can capture the complexity of real-world Chinese medicine practice, make clinical reasoning more visible, and strengthen the practice-based evidence base for acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
Whether you’re a patient seeking personalised care or a practitioner looking to refine your clinical and research skills, Brigitte offers thoughtful, evidence-informed guidance to support your unique path.
For Patients
Consulting with you is a true privilege. I am continually inspired by your health journeys and committed to supporting not only your physical health but also your emotional and mental well-being. Together, we work towards unlocking your fullest potential for lasting wellness.
For Practitioners
I am passionate about mentoring both new and experienced practitioners. I offer guidance to help you navigate the challenges of delivering TEAM care, as well as managing the unique demands of running a successful TEAM-based practice.
With years of life experience and a diverse background—including extensive work in the corporate sector—I bring valuable business insights to the healthcare setting. Having managed a TGA-accredited dispensary service in Australia, I understand the importance of strong consulting skills and effective marketing strategies in this field.
This blend of clinical, research, and business expertise enables me to provide high-quality patient care while advancing TEAM through research, education, and innovation.
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