Coming from a medical background, searching for more holistic care, Frances has explored Pranic Healing, Energy Medicine, acupressure, ‘Tapping’, Tai Chi, and Dao Yin and Medical Qigong. She practices Tai Chi and Qigong daily to clear, focus and balance thoughts and emotions. In sessions, whether using physical (acupressure) or energetic (medical qigong) touch, she starts where you are, using active listening and intuition to get at root symptoms of dis-ease. Her classes include tai chi and qigong exercises and forms (sequences of movement) to encourage heart opening and healthy Qi circulation. In her free time, she likes to hike, garden, and play marimba.

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Specializing in Reflexology; facial reflexology, foot and hand reflexology, mind/body/soul connection and natural pain relief.

Relax. Rejuvenate. Reset.

Alison Kay is offering ongoing 10% off for 3-package deal for reflexology treatments. You’ll receive three, 60 min treatments for 10% off!

Experience slowing down, healing from within and living simply

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After many years of exploring other interests, Michelle discovered her passion in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her upbringing was built upon a strong foundation in natural healing modalities and she adores Acupuncture and TCM. She is interested in supporting individuals through various techniques including acupuncture, moxibustion, gua sha, cupping and bodywork.

Michelle completed her Diploma of Acupuncture Summa Cum Laude at Pacific Rim College in 2023, and is a Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist’s of British Columbia (CTCMA). She is certified in Prenatal Acupuncture, Facial Gua Sha and Unique Points Protocol, and Ontake Moxibustion which is a technique using bamboo and moxibustion to treat pain. Michelle also has a Business Diploma and a Baking and Pastry Arts Diploma, which she accomplished while playing five years of post-secondary volleyball. After college, she then moved to the Czech Republic to play a year of professional volleyball. Later on she received a Natural Chef Diploma from the College of Naturopathic Medicine in London, England which compliments TCM nutrition and diet therapy recommendations for her patients.

Professionally, Michelle is interested in treating pain, MSK (musculoskeletal), sports injuries, gynaecology and general practice.

She is determined to help patients through connection and listening; seeking to understand each person on an individual level and provide a safe environment for care and comfort. When she’s not in the clinic, Michelle enjoys baking and cooking, brewing kombucha, hiking, knitting, beach walks and playing volleyball.

Please note, Michelle is not taking ICBC clients at this time

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Marisa was born and raised in Mexico City. She studied Veterinary Medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. After graduation she spent 15 years as a Veterinarian, working in Mexico, Nicaragua, New Zealand and Australia.

Before attending university, Marisa worked as a volunteer, teaching literacy to adults living in small, poor, rural Mexican villages. She discovered that many of the elders in these villages used herbs and traditional remedies for addressing health issues, in an environment which often lacked access to conventional mainstream medicine. It was apparent that these traditional methods were very effective in the healing process. Marisa became interested in human health issues, and holistic ways of healing as well.

After have been working at an acupuncture clinic in Mexico City, she became interested in Chinese Medicine. While still at university she attended a 2 week workshop on veterinary acupuncture. She decided to come to Canada in 2008 and study Traditional Chinese Medicine. She graduated in 2014 from her diploma in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, from Pacific Rim College.

Marisa finds Traditional Chinese Medicine as one of the most complete methods of healing. It combines acupuncture, massage, herbs, cupping, gua sha (skin scrapping), food therapy and lifestyle advice.

On May 2019, Marisa became a Certified Qi Beauty Practitioner. A technique for face and neck lifting through the use of micro-magnets to bring vitality and nourishment to the skin and subcutaneous tissues reducing aging marks.

Marisa also combines acupuncture and Qi beauty treatments to treat some disorders like bell’s palsy and trigeminal neuralgia.

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Whether you’re seeking relief from pain, guidance in your health journey, or support in navigating a limiting diagnosis, Michelle will meet you where you’re at and help you to discover your full potential. She uses a variety of techniques such as functional movement assessments, hands-on movement lessons, guided mindful movement explorations, and prescribed therapeutic exercises, all with a strong consideration of the psychological basis of behaviour.

Her training began with a Bachelor of Human Kinetics from UBC and then a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Calgary. She then completed the Anat Baniel Method Neuromovement® practitioner training via a three year intensive training in Nevada and California. She first completed the basic training to work with adults, and then completed the advanced trainings to work with older adults and with children with diverse needs.

The Anat Baniel Method Neuromovement® is based on the science of neuroplasticity. Your brain can change and ABM uses movement as the language of communication. Gentle, hands-on movements are used to expand your habitual ways of moving, thinking, and feeling. Michelle helps you to move away from the mindset of fixing and shift to a focus on connecting and growing the capacities you already have.

As a Kinesiologist with three children of her own, she has developed a special interest in pre and postnatal patients. She has completed advanced certifications in pre and postpartum fitness (fit4two, bellies inc.,) Hypopressives (level 1 and 2), pilates (mat), personal training, group fitness, and doula training. She also has an affinity for athletes and is an active runner, mountain biker, baseball player (and coach), snowboarder, cross country skier….. she loves to move and wants to help you love movement too!

CERTIFICATIONS:

-Bachelor of Human Kinetics

-Bachelor of Nursing

-Anat Baniel Neuromovement practitioner- adult

-Anat Baniel Neuromovement practitioner- children

-Anat Baniel Neuromovement practitioner- seniors

-First Aid + CPR-C

-Hypopressives level 1 and 2

-Pilates level 1

-Pre and Post partum Fitness Specialist (fit4two = bellies inc.)

-Postpartum doula training (Douglas College)

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Jacqueline was born in Calgary, Alberta. Growing up in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, life was full of athletics, outdoor adventure and the arts – particularly classical piano. Jacqueline spent 5 years on the Junior Canadian Whitewater Kayaking team, with a top placing of 19th in the World Championships. In her off time, Jacqueline enjoys hiking with her labradoodle, Sadie, kayaking, surfing and yoga.

Jacqueline received a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, and prior to that a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from the University of Lethbridge. She has completed a Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture at Pacific Rim College, Medical Acupuncture through Acupuncture Canada, post-graduate orthopaedic training, a University of Alberta Graduate course in Diagnostic Imaging, Maternity Acupuncture, R2P Concussion Assessment and Treament, and Vestibular therapy.

Jacqueline is a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and particularly enjoys helping clients through their pregnancy and the post-partum period. Jacqueline has a whole-person, partnered approach, where she works with her clients on their self-identified needs and goals from daily function to high level performance. She has training in pelvic floor assessment and treatment, Labour and Delivery mechanics and support measures, and Pelvic Girdle Pain. Having assisted women throughout pregnancies and the post-partum period Jacqueline is well versed in Pelvic Floor and core re-training including Diastasis Recti (gap in the abdominal muscles), C-section scar management, as well as guiding return to activity.

Studies in medical acupuncture provided a ‘taste sample’ of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Jacqueline was intrigued by the consistent and fast relief acupuncture gave people. This eventually lead to taking a full training in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture. It has been shown to be helpful for pain, sleep, nausea, stress relief, digestion and so much more. She is currently studying Kiiko Matsumoto’s work, which is amazing for fast results. Drawing from over 15 years of self-development studies and practices in yoga, meditation and mindfulness round out her whole-person, client centred approach.

Jacqueline is particularly interested in finding ways to practice Integrative Health, gleaning the strengths from Western and Eastern medical paradigms, as well as traditional knowledge to create unique approaches to relieve suffering, create more ease, and reconnect with one’s wellness.

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How brave and courageous to explore newness for yourself.

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My name is Charis Santiago and I am a 2nd generation Filipina-Canadian therapist who provides relational analytic counselling services in Victoria, BC and telehealth.

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I am passionate about working with you surrounding a wide range of mental health issues. My specialties include working with issues of trauma and sexual abuse, racial/ethnic and identity development, issues with family, play therapy, addiction and mood disorders.

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I previously worked at Navos Mental Health Agency in Child, Youth and Family Services, in Seattle, WA. There, I worked with children and youth ages 5-19 and their caregiver(s), utilizing an attachment based, trauma informed and culturally aware therapeutic approach. I have also worked at Cedars at Cobble Hill Addiction Treatment Facility in Cobble Hill, BC, supporting adults through trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, motivational interviewing, and grief work.

I hold membership in the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors, RCC#: 18132. In my work, I consult with specialists when necessary, and actively pursue continuing education in my areas of focus. I receive ongoing supervision and consistently engage my own personal therapy.

SPECIALTIES

Adults, Children, and Adolescents

Trauma & Abuse

Grief & Loss

Racial/Ethnic Development

Play Therapy

Anxiety

Depression

Mood disorders

Self-Esteem/Shame

Addiction

Visit oceanandstonecounselling.com for more information

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Noah provides a warm space for patients to be heard and to heal, placing importance on patients’ understanding of acupuncture treatments and encouraging participation in their own healing process. Along with many other health issues, Noah often treats acute and chronic pain, children and moms, digestive and genito-urinary disorders, and stress/emotional health.

Noah’s passion for acupuncture began fifteen years ago with experiencing its therapeutic successes first hand while studying in Asia. He returned to live in China and study Mandarin, Chinese massage, and qigong. Later he completed graduate studies in human geography, researching environmental health in indigenous communities, and went on to study Chinese medicine at Pacific Rim College. He remains amazed by the ways that different understandings of people and place support deeper insights into medicine and health.

He loves hiking, gardening, and raising a family, and feels honoured to have the opportunity to help you and your health.

Noah Schillo, one of our fabulous acupuncturists is offering a Healthy Autumn Transition Sale. Now until Sept 22nd 2023, take 23% off treatments. He is working Thurs 9-5:30 & Sat. 2:30-5:30. You can check him out in our online booking system!

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I am a graduate from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy and have been practicing as an RMT since the Fall of 2018. I have many years experience working with people of diverse abilities and enjoy working with children.

I can offer both deep rehabilitative therapy or a relaxation massage to create a treatment that is specific to your needs, helping you to feel more connection and freedom within your body.

I am honoured to be part of your journey of self-healing. I am most curious about holistic healing and I am committed from the heart to support you towards balance, harmony and joy.

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Alyria Kendall (she/they) born and raised in Victoria B.C, is an empath, energy worker, intuitive, certified Sound Therapist, Reiki Master, proud mother of two beautiful boys, climber of rocks, lover of yoga & much more. Over the years they have dedicated themselves to continue studying various styles of healing modalities including crystal healing, Tarot, Wicca, Shamanism, and plant medicine Alyria is constantly honing their skills as they believe learning never ends.

“I believe in taking a holistic approach to healing. Through my practice I strive to guide, support and align my clients. Promoting overall well-being in order to keep the mind, body and spirit healthy.

My journey to this place of healing formally started with a call to learn Reiki in 2014 after escaping a toxic relationship, and going to a women’s shelter with my infant son. Upon receiving my degree of Reiki Master, I was led down a path of self discovery, constant learning, personal growth, teaching & sharing.

In 2018 I completed an intensive Sound Therapist course finding my voice in the form of soul singing. I love to combine sound and song with other modalities to create a custom healing experience. When these practices are used together it makes for a unique, profound & beautiful experience that brings me much joy to share with others.

Each treatment with me is like a like receiving a spa treatment for your body, mind & soul. These healing energies can help bring balance, inner peace, harmony, promote deep relaxation, de-stress, relieve pain and much more! I look forward to working with you and guiding you along your personal healing journey.”

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🙏 Hello everyone, my name is Melanie Branton, and I love all things healing.

I am originally from NL, and completed my 2200 hr massage therapy program from Eastern College in St. John’s in 2012.

I worked over the years as an RMT in NL, ON and now BC, and I have lived and worked here for 3 years. I really love the west coast lifestyle and getting to know all of you!

I happily live by the ocean and have befriended the great Pacific, of course!

I have experience different types of atmospheres, from clinical settings with a strong physiotherapy influence, to myofascial release , spa and holistic environments. As well, I feel I have treated almost everything along the way. I don’t have a favourite thing, but really enjoy diversity and just being able to approach unique situations and go with the flow.

My favourite way to approach health and the body, is with an open mind and heart, and I love to draw on all the great working experiences I’ve had from St. John’s, Toronto and Victoria, but also throughout life.

The body awareness gained from being a gymnast, doing yoga, and experiencing great work from all the other fabulous healing forms, has given me a strong sense of direction and ability to appreciate and acknowledge the body.

The universe and nature is a wonderful thing, and becoming more clear, accepting, committed and happy is what I like to see, encourage and inspire. It is what I aim for in my own life. The peace that settles in physically is such a gift.

I love that I have found this gem space, clinic and team and would love to design a treatment, and experience just for you.

I would be grateful to assist you to become more relaxed, comfortable and happy in your own skin.

I also adore animals, love music of many forms and spend lots of time in the ocean. Oh, and I really want to own a horse 🙏♥️

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Bryan will effectively assist you to restore and maintain your health. He is trained and experienced in successfully treating musculoskeletal, digestive, ciculatory, neurological and hormonal conditions. He is particularly trained and experienced in working with psychological conditions, assisting clients to establish mental/emotional well being, using classical 5 elements and channel systems. Addressing acute and chronic stress and trauma related disorders, sleep issues, anxiety, depression and substance abuse conditions.

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Chinese Medicine came as a surprise to Maggie through her curiosity and research about her own health. After studying Chinese history, art and design. Maggie found Chinese Medicine to be the perfect synthesis of Taoist wisdom and direct practical application that nourishes her love of Chinese metaphysics and the innate drive to use touch as a form of communication with people. Along the way it became clear that Chinese Medicine was not only a study but her vocation.

To learn more about Maggie, please go to our website at www.CopperMountainCentre.com

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Whitney is popular! Please book an appointment further out AND add yourself to the waitlist to be notified of cancellations. If it is urgent (injuries, etc) you can email Whitney at whitneyrtcmp@gmail.com and she will try her best to make something happen.

Whitney Horstman has been practicing holistic health for 17 years, first with massage and Reiki, and for the past nine years with acupuncture and herbal medicine. She is currently a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and is on a lifelong quest to help others feel better and live happier. Combining years of massage experience with all the tools Traditional Chinese Medicine has to offer, she addresses complaints with a multi-therapy layered approach that is both extremely effective and relaxing. She describes her manual style as light-handed with the needles and heavy-handed with the bodywork, with frequent use of cupping, guasha, and moxa. Herbal medicinals and food as medicine are strong areas of interest for her. She gets excellent results with conditions such chronic pain, injury, surgery recovery, autoimmune related symptoms, fibromyalgia, digestion conditions, headaches, anxiety/depression/trauma, and insomnia.

Whitney hails from the US, growing up in Colorado and living for significant periods of time in Massachusetts, Hawaii, New Mexico, and Minnesota. She relocated to Victoria in 2019 with her wife and their mini-bunnies named Bun Snuggles and Nova Explosion, and is blissfully happy to be here. Outside the clinic, Whitney is an outrigger canoe and tall ship enthusiast, world traveler, trail tromper, and lover of all things art, history, and food.

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From an early age, Nicole Brown has always had a keen interested in Eastern Philosophy. As a young child, she trained in Tae Kwon Do and receive her black belt before graduating High School in Northern BC. After a few years of post-secondary studies, Nicole found herself traveling to India and immersing herself in the study of yoga and Buddhism. She spent the majority of her time in Tiruvannamalai, a small southern town in India, home to the renown Annamalaiyar temple.

While living in Victoria, Nicole sought out acupuncture for a reoccurring shoulder injury due to her time as a tree planter. After experiencing the benefits of acupuncture and studying more about this practice, she applied to Pacific Rim College to become an acupuncturist.

Nicole graduated in 2014 and is registered with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist of British Columbia. Her mentors include Jeffrey Yuen and Anne Cecil-Sterman, both strong practitioner in treating difficult diseases through the Divergent, Lou and sinew channels.

Keenly interested in how Classical Chinese medicine has the capacity to change the course of a disease or an injury, Nicole employs a range of modalities to her acupuncture experience: tuina (massage), gua sha, cupping or moxa in almost every treatment.

Nicole has a long-standing love for the outdoors and being active. As a seasoned tree planter, she is keenly interested in muscular skeletal treatments, chronic pain, and recharging the body from times of overuse. A strong believer in Acupuncture, Nicole makes it her goal to help each client find relief and a better connection with their body.

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