Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice and an integral component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It involves the insertion of very thin, sterile, disposable needles into the skin to stimulate certain points near the surface of the body. Qi is the energy that flows through your body, when Qi is blocked or imbalanced this causes illness or pain. Needling Acupuncture points helps to move and unblock Qi, the stimulation causes a healing response as well as a release of natural chemicals such as endorphins, the body’s natural pain killers. Acupuncture treatments can be used to maintain overall wellness including stress management, studies have shown that it can be an effective treatment alone or in combination with conventional therapies. Many conditions can be helped with Acupuncture some of these conditions are: Back pain, knee pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, nausea, digestive issues, anxiety, depression, menstrual cramps, headaches, migraines, sciatica and arthritis.
Acupuncture is regulated in BC, extended health benefits often cover Acupuncture treatments.
Our Registered Acupuncturists Robin will combine their skills in Traditional Chinese Medicine to create an effective and relaxing treatment, focusing on your body’s areas of concern and or full-body, achieving the best treatment for your individual needs. When appropriate complimentary therapies will be incorporated into your Acupuncture sessions: Electroacupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha, Tui Na, Moxibustion, Infrared heat lamp
Acupuncturist Treatment
Initial Acupuncture Treatment with Robin ~ 90mins ~ $170(currently not taking any new clients)
Follow-Up Acupuncture Treatment with Robin ~ 75mins ~ $145
Follow-Up Acupuncture Treatment with Robin ~ 90mins ~ $160
Robin graduated with a diploma in Shiatsu Therapy, becoming a Certified Shiatsu Therapist(CST) in Toronto, Ontario in 2002, she feels blessed and honoured to have had the opportunity to train under Master Shiatsu Therapists who brought Shiatsu from Japan to Canada, years later she went back to Toronto to complete a diploma in Acupuncture. Robin’s love and dedication to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shiatsu and Massage shines through in every treatment, through years of experience she has honed her skills to create a harmonious blend of therapeutic and relaxation. With care and compassion she focuses on overall wellbeing and full body balance.
Shiatsu Therapy ~ 75mins~ $145 or 90mins ~$170
A Japanese massage based on TCM, incorporating anma (Japanese traditional massage), acupressure and stretching. Treatment is done on top of clothing, no oil is used. Finger, thumb, palm and elbow pressure is applied to specific points on the body along the meridians (pathways in the body where Qi flows). The pressure is rhythmic and slow and can be light or deep. This type of pressure stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system for deep relaxation and promoting your body’s innate healing abilities. Shiatsu can be used to treat a wide range of internal, musculoskeletal and emotional conditions, as well as maintaining health and improving mobility. Robin completed a 2200hr diploma course in 2002 to become a Certified Shiatsu Therapist. *Some extended health plans may except a receipt for Shiatsu from a Certified Shiatsu Therapist, check with your insurance broker.
Shiatsu & Swedish Massage Blend ~ 75mins~ $145 or 90mins ~ $170
A fusion of both shiatsu and western style massage to your desired pressure, performed directly on the skin with oil including essential oils of lavender and peppermint. This massage is extremely relaxing while also relieving muscle tension or pain, improving circulation and alleviating stress. To deepen your relaxation and increase circulation a hot towel and Japanese mint oil is applied to your back. This is NOT an RMT massage.
Hot Stone Massage ~75mins~ $180 or 90mins ~ $195
Experience a deeper level of relaxation with this full body massage which incorporates heated stones. Let your tension melt away as the stones are used to massage your muscles and joints. The heat from the stones increases circulation relaxing your muscles. This combination of massage and hot stones can help reduce stress and anxiety as well as promote a deeper sleep. *this treatment is not performed on pregnant women by Robin(please book with an RMT who will provide this treatment).
Cupping Massage ~ 75mins ~ $150
A combination of fire cupping with full body massage to your desired pressure. Cupping therapy uses heat to create suction between the skin and glass cups, it is used to move Qi stagnation, and to remove toxins. Cupping also increases blood flow, loosens fascia or connective tissue, promotes healing and helps to relieve pain. Where the cups are placed on the skin can leave bruise looking marks, these are normal reactions and will dissipate within 3 to 7 days. To deepen your relaxation and increase circulation a hot towel and Japanese mint oil is applied to your back. This is not an RMT Massage
Full Body Balancing Massage with Mini Facial~ 90mins ~ $195
A full body Shiatsu/Swedish blend massage using organic coconut oil infused with essential oils, hot towels and Japanese Mint oil. The mini facial portion starts with a facial cleanser and finishing with Gua Sha and facial Acupressure using Eminence Rosehip Triple C & E Firming oil and a Luxurious scalp massage, as well as Eminence Finishing Cream.
*Please note Robin is NOT an RMT, Massage treatments areNOT covered with extended health benefits unless Acupuncture is combined and only for the acupuncture part of the treatment.