Joyce Kwok

Acupuncture practitioner in clinical training with a multidisciplinary background in health coaching, counselling education, healthcare communication and community support. Currently undertaking supervised clinical practice at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine (CICM), integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Five Element approaches. Experienced in listening sensitively, adapting communication to diverse needs, maintaining professional boundaries and supporting person-centred care alongside conventional medical treatment.

Previous work includes healthcare translation for hospitals, community support and business leadership. Communicates in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. Interested in acupuncture, supportive care, integrative healthcare and community wellbeing.

Student Acupuncturist – Supervised Clinical Practice - CICM

(2026-03)

• Conduct patient consultations, medical and lifestyle histories and clinical assessments for a range of presentations, including persistent pain, chronic illness and emotional distress.
• Develop and review individualised acupuncture treatment plans using TCM and Five Element approaches, under clinical supervision.
• Follow safe needling, hygiene and infection-control procedures; recognise contraindications and red flags and seek supervisory guidance or referral when appropriate.
• Maintain confidential clinical records and collaborate with supervisors and fellow practitioners on continuity of care.

Founder & Business Owner - Three Brothers Biz Company Limited - Hong Kong

(2018-05 - 2023-05)

• Founded and operated an educational arts and crafts business; coordinated partnerships with schools, retailers and community organisations.
• Managed client relationships, educational programmes, commercial collaborations and day-to-day business operations.
• Created DreamingMama, an online parenting platform publishing family-focused content and fostering community engagement.

Freelance Translator, Interpreter & Copywriter - Self-employed - Hong Kong

(1998-01 - 2023-08)

• Translated and adapted English–Chinese patient information, health articles and communications for private hospitals and healthcare organisations.
• Interviewed doctors and worked with healthcare and communications teams to produce accurate, accessible health-related content.
• Managed multiple projects independently, meeting deadlines while maintaining accuracy and cultural sensitivity.

Ministerial & Community Worker - Hong Kong Church of Christ - Hong Kong

(1998-08 - 2005-08)

• Provided practical and emotional support to individuals and families navigating illness and difficult circumstances, with sensitivity to confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.
• Coordinated community activities and worked collaboratively with leaders, volunteers and families.

BSc (Hons) Acupuncture - Acupuncture - College of Integrated Chinese Medicine (2026)

Diploma in Health Coaching - Health Coaching - College of Naturopathic Medicine (2023)

Master of Social Science (Counselling) - Counselling - University of South Australia (2007)