Why People Love Us

I went to see Dr Shi as I was having pain in my hips and knees after walking. I also had an issue with inflammation and heat in my body. Dr Shi was amazing and explained everything and prescribe 6 weeks of herbs as well as Acupuncture, cupping and massage for my muscles. I’m on week 4 and I feel fantastic. I went from feeling fatigued and uncomfortable everyday to feeling full of energy. Thank you for your help.

A0046- 24/01/2025

I came to see Dr Shi after years of unsuccessful natural fertility treatment. I had tried a short course of acupuncture before from a different supplier, with no success. Ling really listened to my symptoms and the course of acupuncture and herbs made real differences to my energy levels and improvements to my fertility cycles each time. It also resolved the joint pain I had pre- menstruation. Ling suggested we might conceive within 3-6 months. We conceived on the 6th month. After 5 years of infertility this is remarkable! I enjoyed coming regularly for acupuncture, and the fact that Ling was truly interested in getting to the root cause of my infertility. I recommend Ling for treatment. We didn't need IVF!

P0049- 14/10/2024

I’ve been treated for a cough I’ve had for over 3 months, blocked/swollen sinuses & loss of hearing – by the 5th acupuncture session (out of 6) & herbal medicine my cough had improved 50% & my hearing was almost back to normal. I’d never done acupuncture before but I would highly recommend the team at WellBeing health centre, I’ll certainly consider them in future.

H0079 - 21/05/2024

I have been to the Wellbeing Chinese clinic three times since hurting my back and have been amazed at the difference I have felt in two weeks. I am taking the herbs daily and feel so much better for taking them. Highly recommended massage cupping and acupuncture. Dr Ling Shi is Professional kind understanding and knowledgeable. I am delighted to have found her.

K0052 - 31/07/2023

This is the 3rd time I am using this centre with my problems and I am delighted again with great results. The first time I tried acupuncture and herbs for my infertility and after 2 months I fell pregnant and had a baby. My 86-year-old father who had only 10% of hearing left after 3rd session has put his hearing aid down and says he can hear on about 60%. Great practice with highly educated doctors. 5 stars

K0021 - 10/01/2023

I have had such a positive experience visiting Wellbeing. The acupuncture, massage and herbs have helped my anxiety and has reduced my migraines. I have also had the facial treatments which reduced puffiness. Thank you so much!

W0053 - 13/11/2022

Absolutely fantastic! My partner and I were having trouble conceiving and after the doctors couldn’t find a clear answer, we came here to receive some more holistic treatments which we thought might help. We did two courses of acupuncture alongside drinking a tea made out of some herbs that Dr Xi gave us. She had predicted the treatment would be effective in 3-6 months, however, by month two we were pregnant! We now have a beautiful daughter and this review is long overdue because she is now learning to crawl! Thank you so much!

R0046 - 28/06/2022

I went to see Xiangling Shi because of severe knee pain with swelling. My gait looked like I was walking on stilts it was so bad, and I couldn’t walk more than 100 yards at a time. My GP offered painkillers, plus scan with a view to surgery for my retro-patellar osteoarthritis. It never occurred to me to see a Chinese Medical Practitioner, but a good friend insisted that I must see Shi, based on his experience. So I went, and I haven’t looked back since. I can now walk freely, for a long time, without high levels of pain, so I can now exercise and build up the muscles to promote my knee function. I have no doubt that Shi’s expert intervention is responsible for the dramatic improvement in my knee function – frankly I was amazed, and remain delighted. Thank youShi.

A0032 - 28/09/2021

Xiangling Shi is not only very professional but also a very kind and caring person. I really appreciated her calm and positive approach , she makes you feel instantly at ease. Shi listened to me and used her medical knowledge of the human body to treat me effectively, my overall health has greatly improved. Thank you very much Shi : )

C0065 - 21/09/2021

I have just completed pleated a course of acupuncture and massage ( best and deepest massage ever ) as suggested after a through consultation and I also take the prescribed herbs . My symptoms were chronic prior to treatment , insomnia and constipation as well as body aches and pains ( fibromyalgia) . I have low thyroid and menopause . I cannot express my thanks and happiness enough for the complete wellbeing I feel now after these treatments . I love the fact Chinese medicine trays the whole body …… I feel the best I have in many years . I will continue maintaining my well being here and I am also very excited to begin a course of anti-aging facials ….. I’m hoping my looks will match my new found spirit . Thanks Well-being xxx

H0057 - 30/07/2021

Xiangling Shi is excellent! I had issues with inflammation and heat in the body as well as a crazy nervous system, with her knowledge and the herbal teas my body was able to shake off the inflammation/heat and calm down my nervous system. She is also a very kind person who understands your emotions and how they work with your body.

P0039 - 23/07/2021

I found coming here such a relief and change in my life with regards my ongoing back pains. The staff here are so kind and thoughtful and really do know what they are talking about. I have been coming here for over a year now and look forward to keeping coming as long as required.

L0046 - 17/09/2020

I received acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatment from Shi prior to and during my second pregnancy. I truly believeShi’s treatments have helped me experience a much smoother and straightforward pregnancy and birth this time around. I was also ill a lot with my first pregnancy; Shi’s treatments helped strengthen my immune system significantly and I was able to enjoy the pregnancy more as a result.

Xiangling Shi is professional, kind and caring and I cannot recommend her enough. I continue to see Shi for my general health and my family now sees her too.

Thank you, Shi, for making such a positive difference in our lives!

L0030 - 31/07/2018

I popped in to see Ling over a year ago about my hormone imbalance and severe mood swings (coupled with acne).

She gave me a full consultation then and there, preempting other symptons I was having and outlining how she could help. I felt like she knew what I was going through better than I did- her training and experience were evident and she was able to give me numerous examples and references to countless other women she has helped in the same situation…

After just a month of treatment I felt so much better in myself, sleeping, eating and exercising with a clearer mind and clearer skin. People were commenting on how radiant I looked- I put it all down to Ling’s magic.

My treatment was bespoke to my needs and hit the spot (including medicine, heat therapy, acupunture and massage). All the while, Ling explained how everything worked and why she was doing what she was doing so I had a clear understanding of how I keep up the good work at home. Moreover Ling was flexible and happily fit in to my hectic schedule.

Having tried numerous approaches-doctors, hypnotherapists, dermatologists, other acupuncturists and being really disciplined with my lifestyle and not seen much change- I was at the end of my tether when I met Ling. Her treatment has improved my energy levels and general vitality all round. I now feel like the best version of myself- all thanks to Ling!

I travel 30mins to see her- and have recommended my mum pays a visit when she’s over from her home in Holland- Ling is THAT good!

I will continue to see Ling as I hope to start a family soon- I have never known relaxation like it- moreover her unique facials are proving to be a God send in the run up to my wedding this summer.

If you are serious about deep body and spiritual well being- Ling is worth a visit!

M0050 - 31/05/2018

I came to see Xiangling Shi with numbness in my hands, feet and body. I have had a bad lower back with body & leg pains for a few years, but the numbness came on suddenly a few weeks ago. I felt awful and my Doctor was unsympathetic – telling me it was probably just anxiety and that they would do blood tests to rule out anything serious – but basically I should relax! The blood tests thankfully came back ok but I was left with no advice and a numb body and extremities!

I came to see Shi to enquire about acupuncture – and she was far more understanding than my Doctor. After 5 sessions of massage, acupuncture, cupping and daily herbs – I feel remarkably better and the numbness has gone from my feet and body and my hands are massively improved. I have more sessions to do but I’m confident that my hands will be fine soon too.

Xiangling Shi explained that my aches and pains were due to Toxins and blockages in my system – and her work to remove them is definitely working. I have a lot more energy and I feel as though I am finally getting better.

I’m so glad that I took a chance on acupuncture and I would definitely recommend Shi.

G0028 - 31/05/2018

After many months of failed attempts to cure my knee of fluid build up and pain Xiangling Shi treated me for a couple of weeks with amazing results, I cannot recommend enough, Thank you.

C0018 - 28/05/2018

I came to see Xiangling Shi with nerve pains in my neck and arm. Previously nothing had shown up on MRI scans, initially I was very sceptical about acupuncture after she carefully explained how acupuncture works, she undertook a few sessions of acupuncture and massage and gradually the pain subsides and strength came back into my arm. I would highly recommendShi especially if other forms of treatment like physiotherapist or osteopathy have not worked. I have been so impressed my wife now sees her and she is also equally impressed. Thanks Ajitesh

A0016 - 18/08/2017

I cannot recommend Dr Xiangling Shi highly enough. I have been receiving a combination of treatments for weight loss and a build up of toxins from work related stress for around a month now which has included massage, acupuncture, cupping and herbal remedies. I initially started the treatment in the aim of improving my general wellbeing and in the hope of losing a little weight along the way. I have been surprised by the results.

Not only do I feel much less stressed and generally better in my body, but, to my surprise, I lost half a stone in 3 weeks (going from 12 1/2 stone to 12). I have tried various things to lose weight in the past and none of them have worked particularly well so I was really surprised that Shi’s treatment worked so well and so quickly! I feel so much better in myself!

Further to this, a few weeks ago I ended up getting a chest infection. I had a nasty cough that was lingering. Shi gave me some herbal medicine to help my cough. I had had the cough for weeks, but have been taking the medicine Shi gave me for only 3 days now and the cough is almost completely gone.

Shi is caring, diligent and professional. Even though I have only been seeing her for a month, I already trust her far more than my GP. I have been recommending her to all of my friends!

Thank you for all your help Shi. I am so happy to have found you.

J0016 - 05/09/2017

I cannot recommend Dr. XiangLing Shi enough, my husband and I have been trying to get pregnant for a while now, being told by conventional doctors that we would need IVF we decided to try an alternative medicine. We both booked in for Acupuncture, Cupping, Massage and Herbal Medicine on a 3 week course. After the 3 week course we found out we were having a baby. We felt more relaxed, detoxed and much cleaner in health after the treatment and we were looked after very well. We always recommend Dr. XiangLing Shi to all our clients and friends and we continue to see her. Thanks again.

C0025 - 16/01/2017

I decided to get some accupuncture done because I was always suffering with a lot of knots in my back which would end up being uncomfortable & iritating. I’m a highly active person & my body health is really important to me, I had tried deep tissue massage & other types of massage but nothing really got the knots out. I decided to go to Wellbeing because I’d walked passed & thought it looked nice. Shi has been great, really nice & knows her stuff!. She has really helped my back! Even just after the first session I noticed a difference, the accupuncture along with cupping & massage has really worked for me! I’m so active with my body & as long as I get a session with Shi in fairly regular my back stay’s great! Really recommend her & getting accupuncture!

W0032 - 09/09/2016

Hi, I´m working as a carer and I need to be fit for my work and I also want to enjoy my life. Sometimes I suffer from back pain and Shi is always willing to help me. Her accupuncture and massage make me feel better almost immediatelly. To be honest since I have metShi I don´t see western doctors. If I have some health issue, I always ask her first. I really trust her. And I like her smiley face. I can highly recomend Dr.Shi and I wish her good health, too.

S0026 - 09/04/2016

I came to Xiangling Shi with a problem of very heavy and prolonged menstrual periods caused by Uterine Myoma and Polyps that was depleting my energy and strength. After 4 months of acupuncture, TDP heating therapy and herbal therapy my body regained balance and I have now regular and normal menstruation. I am very grateful toShi for her help as I feel strong again to return back to my active life. Thank you.

S0029B - 24/03/2016

I have been treated for 2 ailments, using herbs, acupuncture and massage. My issues were gum problems and a numb hand linked to shoulder and neck issues. Both cleared up. Also at least 3 other work colleagues have had full healings from their back, leg, and wrist problems and an improvement in a tinnitus issue. I highly recommend Xiangling Shi; she is kind, professional, with a deep and widespread knowledge and experience not to mention magic hands in her massages!

P0017 - 17/01/2016

The first time I went to see Xiangling Shi was on the 21st of October, at first I was using some creams that my GP had given me, but sadly that didn’t work at all and that was also why I went to seeShi, when I had Vitiligo. Since then I have been eating the Chinese medicine she gives me and having acupuncture done, and now on my back there are visible spots appearing which means that I am recovering, and only a month has been- so Thank You .

S0029 - 15/12/2015

I definitely recommend Shi who seems to be very knowledgeable on health issues and inspires confidence. The herbal treatments are excellent, I feel so much better. Now having acupuncture and anti ageing treatments which also work

C0057 - 05/11/2015

I cannot recommend Dr. XiangLing Shi from the WellBeing Chinese Health Centre in St. Albans highly enough. Having had a bunion operation 5 years ago with 2 subsequent operation to rectify problems including a bone transplant I still was unable to walk distances without pain and gave the WellBeing Centre a try. Unlike my experience with western medicine Dr. XiangLing Shi took time to look at me as a whole person not just the foot, ankle and knees; carefully referring to her notes on each occasion I visited. I have acupuncture and massage treatment every 2 weeks and she has each time been able to pinpoint with great accuracy and without me indicating the source of pain in my legs and ankles. The pain in my foot, ankle and knees and swelling have since treatment greatly decreased and I find that I can mentally cope much better and more positively – I feel calmer about my future ability to walk in old age.

Dr. XiangLing Shi is greatly experienced and accurate in her placement of needles, accommodating the patient’s tolerance level of discomfort when receiving acupuncture. The massages I have received have also been extremely thorough and intensive, again successfully pinpointing areas of pain and tension and their effects are maintained for some time after the sessions.

I greatly appreciate the treatment I have received.

R0012 - 27/10/2015

I am very happy with your treatments in terms of the herbs I am currently taking and with the acupuncture especially for my face and also I found your cures very effective in terms of my blood circulation, thyroid problems and energy levels.

I do recommend your services to everybody.

D0012 - 15/09/2015

Thank you for a really excellent service. A session of acupuncture and massage do me the world of good and have immediate impact on my energy levels and general well being. My neck feels less stiff already after only three sessions. Many thanks indeed!

M0027 - 04/06/2015

I took my daughter to Xiangling Shi after suffering for weeks from severe migraine like headaches and weakness on her left side. After each treatment she improved greatly and now pain free. We are now about the third week into the treatment of acupuncture,massage and herbs and my daughter is well on her way to being better. I would recommend Shi totally, she certainly understood my daughter’s condition and is a very nice lady.

M0028 - 23/05/2015

Shi works magic! She has become my magician, fairy Godmother. She has an unbelievable amount of knowledge and experience in her field of work and I honestly trust no other with my health needs as much I trust her. Her opinions and diagnosis mean everything to me as she has always very clearly explained what is going wrong with my body and why. She has also provided solutions for these problems and has explained very clearly what she thinks will help and how she will do this.

Having always suffered with irregular menstrual cycles and seeing many doctors I was diagnosed with a condition known as ‘amenorrhea’ due to polycystic ovaries, I was told that it would be very difficult or impossible for me to get pregnant, that I would need to undergo surgery. One doctor told me I was infertile.

I had no menstrual cycle for 10 months. I met Xiangling Shi during this time, I had gone to her for a massage with no prior knowledge about her or what she does. Simply by massaging my back she was able to pick up on these health issues I was having. It was amazing! She recommended that I have a consultation with her, during which she told me I would have a period within 3 months and within a week I had started acupuncture sessions with her and was taking herbs prescribed by her.

I did in fact have my first period in August 2014, just 3 months after first meeting her. Shi then told me I would be pregnant by the end of the year. I continued with the weekly acupuncture sessions and daily herbs religiously and did not miss even one day of her treatment.

Here I am now 5 months pregnant! I still visit Xiangling Shi, now fortnightly, for herbs to keep me and my baby healthy. I have no words to express just how grateful I am for everything Shi has done for me over this time. She is truly a magician and a wonderful Doctor. I cannot praise her enough and I have recommended her to many of my family and friends.

I highly recommend Xiangling Shi to anyone who has health conditions that she has knowledge of. I believe that a consultation would satisfy anyone who shares their story with Shi as you will never know where that consultation may take you. Good luck!

M0016 - 12/03/2015

After 1.5 years of trying to conceive I visited Well Being and had an insightful consultation with Xiangling Shi who prescribed daily herbs to drink and a course of acupuncture. 3 weeks later I was delighted to find out I was pregnant. I continued with the herbs and began weekly massages with Shi, all is going great and I am now nearly 5 months. I feel like Shi is my fairy godmother as not only has my dream been realised, I have had such amazing support from her along with ongoing consultation and friendly advice and tips throughout my visits.

T0003 - 12/01/2014

I was recommended by a friend to see Xiangling Shi regarding my insomnia, whereby following a consultation with her, I had a course of acupuncture, Chinese herbs and a facial massage. I not only felt much better, but found Shi incredibly professional, very pleasant and the whole experience enjoyable, to the point I am continuing with a monthly visit to ensure wellbeing. I have recommended her to other people, who are now seeing her and benefitting from her experience in helping them get better.

R0006 - 03/12/2014

I first came to Xiangling Shi for general health and well being as well as support in fertility. Shi has been very professional putting my interests and health first. She has tailored and adapted the medicine to my health to deliver the best outcomes. I have felt my health improve with more energy and am pleased to say I am expecting and now into my second trimester. I would throughly recommend Shi to all those looking to improve their general health and well being.

B0012 - 24/09/2014

Xiangling Shi is a very accomplished doctor who is able to clearly identify root causes of your symptoms and treat them through acupuncture and Chinese herbs. She is highly perceptive and understands you very quickly, always providing good advice as well. I have tried several Chinese doctors and Shi is easily the best and helped me to recover well from a serious condition.

C0008 - 08/08/2014

Have being having treatment for my serious walking problem and have seen a difference start away. Dr Xiangling Shi is very nice and easy to talk to could not recommended a better lady for acupuncture than her.

M0022 - 12/01/2014

经过史医生2个月的针灸按摩治疗，我的腰椎间盘突出引起的严重的腰痛，生活不便有明显的好转。我现在还在吃史医生配的中草药身体康复很快，在此我非常感谢史医生。

H0008 - 31/01/2014

I have recently visit the wellbeing for theBeauty treatment by acupuncture and facial meridian detoxification. After a course of the treatment ,I felt different completely . Tone on the face and bright . Feeling refreshing ,lively,vigorous. And I’m having the second course now! Very recommend

H0002 - 20/02/2014

I consulted Xiangling Shi in connection with a very sore right knee and I am pleased to be able to say that after a course of acupuncture the pain in my knee has completely gone.

I was also introduced to a course of herbal medicine which greatly increased my sense of wellbeing and seems to have provided me with fresh levels of energy.

I recommend a visit.

W0001 - 06/12/2013

I am really happy with Xiangling Shi at wellbeing with my treatment for fertility. I got pregnant afterabout a month treatment.I had tried years and given up then a friend recommended me of Wellbeing. I am glad to have got treatmentshere. I definitely recommend Dr.Shi at wellbeing.

Z0006 - 01/12/2013

I was recently treated by Xiangling Shi for a long-standing and very frustrating bout of eczema. For nearly two years I tried most of the standard treatments recommended by two GPS (topical corticosteroids, antibiotics, antihistamines…) then a several weeks long course of homeopathy, but nothing stopped the cycle of flare-ups or even seemed to be easing the inflammation – especially frustrating as it was down the right side of my face and caused my right eye to balloon. Then I had acupuncture for the first time last October. Acupuncture was not all what I imagined – the needles were as fine as hairs and are almost completely painless. I dozed off after several minutes and felt very relaxed when Shi returned to remove the needles. Then she gave me herbs to take for the next fortnight. By the evening the weeping and puss had stopped and after two days it was obvious that the inflammatory condition was reversing. What struck me as much was how deeply I slept that night and on the two subsequent days I had acupuncture. Something deeply balancing seems to be going on here that goes beyond the eczema condition itself. After a week the eczema had completely cleared and has never returned. That was two months ago. I’ve since been back to Shi for a few relaxing massages and also to show her that I’m now… eczema free! I’m now a great believer in Chinese medicine and have been singing Shi’s praises to friends and colleagues.

B0008A - 07/12/2013

I have recently attended the Wellbeing Chinese Health Centre for a pain and swelling in my knee and right foot.

After a thorough examination, Xiangling Shi proceeded to treat my problem with both acupuncture and massage combined with a herbal medicine to take internally

After a period of 4 weeks my condition has improved and I am able to walk around with out any pain or discomfort.

Like many more people in the west acupuncture is becoming more and more available and I personally have no hesitation in recommending this procedure and the professionalism of Shi at the WellBeing Chinese Health Centre.

C0002 - 22/10/2013

I came to the Wellbeing Clinic over a month ago suffering from ACUTE Hyperthyroidism but also had the symptoms of hypothyroidism. The western doctors wanted to put me on medication and i didn’t want to do that so when i found this clinic in St Albans i was very please just 1 month after regular herbal medicine majority of my syptoms have subsided and i am recovering step by step. Shi is very helpful in her approach to wanting whats best for you holistically not just treating your symptoms with synthetic drugs like most practitioners do. It is well worth the visit and consultation if you are serious about overcoming your illness.

Health and wellbeing to all those who choose to be well.

S0002 - 12/01/2014