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.
Providing exceptional care
Brigitte Linder is a skilled acupuncturist and herbalist with a clinical focus on pain management, hormonal health, chronic conditions, and anxiety. She is currently pursuing a PhD investigating the value of case reports within Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM). Brigitte provides individualised patient consultations and offers expert mentorship to practitioners within the field and 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—a mentor whose influence continues to shape her clinical practice. Over the past two decades, she has deepened her expertise with training in five-element acupuncture, classical herbal medicine, Dr. Tung’s distal acupuncture, and other complementary approaches.
From 2021 to 2023, Brigitte earned a Master’s degree through the NICM Health Research Institute at Western Sydney University.
She now collaborates with an international network of clinician-researchers to promote high-quality case reporting—a powerful tool to generate evidence from real-world practice and to highlight the truly patient-centred nature of TEAM, including acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM).
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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