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Bookings: We believe in transparency and would like to note that many acupuncture business models have practitioners work multiple appointments at the same time whereas we are always booked one to one, for greater value to you. If you use the waitlist or contact us to request times you don’t see, we can usually accommodate!

Fees As of March 1 2025, our fees for acupuncture are: Initial Consultation and Acupuncture, and Extended Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine appointments (75 minutes) $150 Follow up 45 minute sessions: $100, recommended for sessions focussing on either face up or face down treatment Follow up 60 minute sessions: $126, recommended for face up plus face down treatment

Herbs: If herbs are dispensed outside of your appointment time, a dispensing fee of $8 is added to your cost of herbs. For more information on this type of dispensing, visit our article at [https://www.blackspruceacupuncture.com/blog/guide-to-chinese-herbs].

Cancellation Policy: As a reminder to anyone cancelling, the cancellation policy has shifted to 48 hours, for greater likelihood of filling those windows last minute.

Please do not come in for an appointment with active respiratory symptoms.

Japanese & Chinese Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

Each Japanese/Chinese acupuncture appointment includes a thorough intake, assessment, and treatment, as well as possible home care and nutritional advice. Appointments are tailored specific to each person and may change with each treatment. Other modalities are also included as indicated, such as cupping, gua sha, tui na (massage), laser acupuncture and acupressure. Chinese Herbs may be suggest... Read More

Each Japanese/Chinese acupuncture appointment includes a thorough intake, assessment, and treatment, as well as possible home care and nutritional advice. Appointments are tailored specific to each person and may change with each treatment. Other modalities are also included as indicated, such as cupping, gua sha, tui na (massage), laser acupuncture and acupressure. Chinese Herbs may be suggested based on patient preference and need.

Hi, I’m Hélène

I’m a registered acupuncturist with a background in holistic nutrition and community health. Before pursuing acupuncture, I spent over a decade working in the nonprofit sector, supporting initiatives in food security and cultural revitalization. My experience in community-based work continues to shape my approach to care, emphasizing accessibility, education, and the interconnectedness of health and social well-being.

I graduated from Pacific Rim College in 2024, after completing an extensive 2190-hours of training, including over 460 hours of clinical practicum. My practice integrates acupuncture, bodywork (qi gong therapy and acupressure), cupping, moxibustion, and food therapy. My approach is informed by advanced training in pain science, prenatal care, and ongoing studies in classical Chinese medicine. I am committed to continually deepening my understanding of both Traditional East Asian Medicine and contemporary Western practices to provide the highest standard of care.

I have a special interest in mental-emotional, digestive, urogenital, and reproductive health, providing support through the changes and phases that unfold across different life stages. Whether you’re managing chronic pain, nervous system dysregulation, or simply looking to feel more at home in your body, my goal is to provide compassionate, individualized care that meets you where you are.

I look forward to hearing from you.

“Healing is not about fixing the body. It is about integrating the body into the wholeness of who we are.” — Tara Brach

Additional Training

● Prenatal Acupuncture – Supporting pregnancy, birth preparation, and postpartum recovery

● Pain Science & Myofascial Needling – Targeting musculoskeletal pain and tension patterns

● Applied Channel Theory – A classical acupuncture framework for diagnosing and treating complex conditions

● Ontake Moxibustion – A Japanese moxibustion technique used for warming and regulating the body

● Qi Gong – bodywork practices that supplement my treatment approach

My Professional Interests

● Stress, anxiety, and nervous system regulation

● Chronic and acute musculoskeletal or internal pain

● Digestive concerns such as bloating, IBS, and sluggish digestion

● Urogenital and pelvic health, including menstrual irregularities, perinatal care, and support for conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, and chronic pelvic pain

● Sexual health concerns, including pain with intercourse, changes in libido, and post-surgical recovery

● Lifestage transitions, such as menarche, postpartum recovery, and menopause

Hi, I’m Hélène I’m a registered acupuncturist with a background in holistic nutrition and commun... Read More

Sarah is a practitioner of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), passionately embracing a holistic approach to healthcare.

Her journey has been shaped by a transformative experience volunteering with the Acupuncture Relief Project in Nepal, deepening her commitment to serving underserved communities worldwide.

A graduate of Pacific Rim College (2022), Sarah has completed an extensive 2200-hour program in acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, and biomedicine, supplemented by over 700 hours of clinical training.

With a passion and love for crafting personalized herbal remedies rooted in ancient Chinese formulas, harnessing the body’s natural healing potential to address a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Neurological issues like Bell’s palsy and post-stroke sequelae

  • Digestive health concerns

  • Musculoskeletal conditions

  • Gynecological issues

  • Nervous system support and regulation

With compassion and empathy, Sarah supports patients on their unique healing journeys, prioritizing their emotional well-being and empowering them to tap into their innate healing potential.

Sarah is a practitioner of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), passionately embr... Read More

Alix Jean (she/her), TCM.P, B.Sc. Alix is a Registered Acupuncturist and Herbalist with special interest in the intersection of mental health and chronic pain, ICBC/accident cases, metabolic and hormone health. She practices primarily the Kiiko Matsumoto Style (KMS) of Japanese Acupuncture, a gentle, hands-on technique which allows immediate feedback of the changes happening to both patient and practitioner, and prescribes custom herbal formulas with a Classical Chinese Medicine framework.

Alix Jean (she/her), TCM.P, B.Sc. Alix is a Registered Acupuncturist and Herbalist with special i... Read More

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