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The White Lotus: Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,071 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 34 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(34) 58 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The White Lotus: Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Services
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Reviews
34

What recent reviews say

Dr Lulu Beyers and her team deliver consistent care through acupuncture, cupping, and Chinese herbal medicine, with strong results on migraines, anxiety, and chronic pain. Expect a welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable practitioners, though older reviews flag past receptionist issues.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • skilled practitioners with deep knowledge
  • Dr Lulu Beyers highly valued for acupuncture and Chinese medicine
  • caring and nurturing environment
  • effective treatment for chronic conditions and pain
  • attentive receptionist and staff care
Watch-outs
  • unprofessional reception staff in past
  • poor client greeting and dismissive attitude
attentive-staffskilled-therapistspeaceful-atmospherevalue-for-money
Best for: People seeking acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatment for chronic pain, migraines, anxiety, or fertility support.
Think twice if: Earlier reviews mention reception staff issues; call ahead to confirm your condition is treated and to feel out current service standards.

Strengths

  • Dr Lulu Beyers specializes in acupuncture for chronic pain and migraines
  • holistic Chinese medicine approach to health
  • established team of experienced practitioners
  • calm, welcoming treatment space

Worth knowing

  • Dr Lulu Beyers is the named practitioner most frequently praised for acupuncture, cupping, Chinese herbal medicine, and fertility treatments
  • Dr Melissa Crestani mentioned for chiropractic work
  • Receptionist Sue cited as helpful and caring
  • Acupuncture and cupping noted as particularly effective for trigeminal neuralgia, migraines, headaches, anxiety, and bronchitis
  • Patient continuity: long-term clients (some since 2017) report cumulative improvement over months and years

What reviews say by service

Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics
Dr Lulu Beyers highly praised for treating trigeminal neuralgia, migraines, anxiety, and blood pressure with acupuncture and Chinese medicine over long-term care.
Spa & Wellness Retreats
Described as a calm, healing space offering reflexology and a nurturing, well-cared-for environment during treatment.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.76 average across the 51 medical wellness & weight-loss clinics businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 40% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 69
Review volume 67
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 60
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is Dr Lulu Beyers available for long-term care?
Yes. Multiple reviews describe ongoing treatment relationships spanning years, with cumulative improvement in chronic conditions.
Does the clinic offer acupuncture for migraines or chronic pain?
Yes. Acupuncture and cupping are specifically highlighted as effective for migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, and headaches.

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Last updated 2026-08-12