Rebecca Avern

I am internationally recognized as one of the leading authorities in Chinese Medicine paediatrics. With over 25 years of clinical experience, I have dedicated my practice exclusively to treating children and teenagers with acupuncture. Based in Oxford, UK, I am the founder of two specialist paediatric acupuncture clinics, including one that provides affordable treatment to ensure broader access to care.

I am the author of three influential books: Acupuncture for Babies, Children and Teenagers (the go to textbook for paediatrics in acupuncture schools worldwide; Chinese Medicine for Childhood Anxiety and Depression, a practical guide for both parents and practitioners and A Practical Guide to Pediatric Acupuncture, which focuses on the art of treating children.

I am a passionate educator and teach pediatrics across the UK, online, and internationally. I am celebrated for my warm, clear, and engaging teaching style—one that consistently inspires practitioners to begin working with young people, even those who had never considered it before.

I am the founder of the Hub of Paediatric Acupuncture (HOPA), a global online community dedicated to supporting practitioners in treating children. Through this initiative, I continue my mission to make Chinese Medicine more accessible to the next generation—ensuring more children benefit from its profound healing potential.