Services
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is rooted in the philosophy of restoring balance to the body. When in balance, the body can prevent or minimize illness and its symptoms. TCM focuses not only on treating existing conditions but also on preventing future health issues. There's no need to wait for a specific complaint—through a thorough assessment and diagnosis, your practitioner will create a personalized treatment plan designed to help you maintain optimal health.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses the insertion of hair thin needles into specific points on the body to induce change and trigger the natural healing mechanisms of the body to occur.
* For birth prep we recommend booking two treatments per week from week thirty six until birth.
* for IVF treatments we recommend beginning weekly treatments at least three months before your stimulation phase. During stimulation two treatments per week is recommended. Following with weekly treatments until at least twelve weeks pregnant. After twelve weeks, discuss your treatment plan with your practitioner.
*For embryo transfer it's recommended to have treatment immediately before and after transfer.
For all other treatments please book your initial appointment with two follow up appointments for the next consecutive weeks (ie three appointments in three weeks) to ensure continuity of care. After the initial treatment your practitioner will provide you with a more detailed treatment plan.
Electrical Stimulation
Electrical stimulation is a therapeutic technique used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to enhance the effects of acupuncture. Small, gentle electrical currents are applied to acupuncture needles, helping to stimulate the body’s energy flow and promote healing. This treatment can help alleviate pain, prepare for birth, recover from stroke, improve circulation, and support overall wellness.
Chinese Herbs
Our herbs typically come in powdered form that you mix in with warm water. Herbal formulas are custom blended to suit each patient individually
Cupping
Cupping therapy involves the use of glass, plastic, or silicone cups to create negative pressure that suctions the skin’s surface. This technique is often used to treat pain, inflammation, excess heat, immune imbalances, and common colds. A personalized diagnosis is conducted to determine whether cupping is the right treatment for your specific condition.
Gua Sha
Used to help with stagnant qi and blood in the body. Gua sha is often used on the face and body to help with anti-aging as well as pain.
Cosmetic Medicine
Cosmetic Acupuncture
This luxurious facial treatment is designed to target fine lines, wrinkles, acne, hyperpigmentation, and provide specific anti-aging benefits. Using a combination of specialized techniques and precision needles, we focus on tightening and sculpting key areas of the face. Our treatment tools include acupuncture, gua sha, jade rolling, and microneedling. For enhanced results, LED light therapy can be added.
For optimal outcomes, we recommend a series of 5-8 treatments over 8-10 weeks, with one session per week. If you prefer occasional maintenance, a single treatment every 6-8 weeks can provide a refreshing boost.
Biologique Recherche Custom Facials
Biologique Recherche facials offer a luxurious, highly personalized experience tailored to your unique skin needs and goals. Using signature techniques, these treatments lift and sculpt the jawline and cheekbones while brightening, toning, and retexturizing the skin on the face, neck, and chest. You’ll leave with a radiant, glowing complexion, enhanced by the world-renowned Biologique Recherche products—each carefully formulated with high concentrations of active ingredients to restore, rejuvenate, and balance your skin.
Biologique Recherche products are celebrated for their unparalleled quality and effectiveness. Their innovative formulations combine cutting-edge biotechnology with a holistic approach to skincare, addressing a wide range of skin concerns—from aging and pigmentation to dehydration and acne. The products are crafted with the finest botanical extracts, essential oils, and marine-based ingredients, ensuring optimal results without harsh chemicals. Their bespoke formulations are customized to meet the specific needs of each client, creating visible, lasting improvements in skin texture, tone, and overall vitality.
Taking a holistic approach, we believe in treating the body from the inside out. As part of this treatment, body acupuncture points are incorporated, though facial acupuncture, gua sha, and cupping are not included.
When done by our registered acupuncturists, Biologique Recherche facials may be claimed under extended medical plans. All taxes are included, and gratuity is not accepted.
Medical Microneedling
Experience skin rejuvenation with our micro needling service. Our skilled professionals use fine needles to create micro channels in the skin, stimulating collagen production for a firmer, smoother complexion. This minimally invasive treatment targets fine lines, wrinkles and scars leaving you with radiant refreshed skin. Unveil a revitalized you with our micro needling service.
For optimal results a series of 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart is generally recommended. The exact number may vary based on individual skin concerns and goals. Consistent sessions promote collagen synthesis and enhance the long-term affects. Consult with our professionals to determine a personalized plan that will be best for you.
Sculptural Facelifting Buccal Massage
This treatment improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, normalizes cellular respiration, promotes tissue nourishment, and smoothes fine lines and wrinkles. In addition to tightening and lifting the face, it releases tension in the jaw, neck, facial muscles and scalp, allowing for deep relaxation. We combine a highly specialized sculptural facelifting technique and intraoral (inside the mouth) massage. Working both from inside and outside allows us to reach deep muscles and ligaments, that otherwise remain untouched, to restore the natural posture of the face. Excellent treatment for TMJ, sinus discomfort, stress relief and natural anti-aging.
- Active acne or inflamed skin
- Local infections
- Rocasea
- Bleeding gums
- Cold sores
- Cancer
- Thyroid disease
- Lymphatic disorders
- Pregnancy
LED light therapy
What is light therapy?
So what is LED light therapy? Light therapy is the application of specific wavelengths of light energy to tissue to obtain therapeutic benefits.
The energy delivered is then used to improve cellular performance. Light therapy can be delivered through light emitting diode (LEDs) devices or cold lasers, and has a variety of applications across many medical fields.
It has been widely researched and is supported by thousands of peer-reviewed and published clinical research papers from prestigious institutions around the world. Other terms by which light therapy is know are photobiostimulation, photobiomodulation, photomedicine, LED light therapy, low-level light therapy (LLLT), red light therapy, cold and soft LASER therapy. All terms are correct, have the same meaning and are used to describe the delivery of light energy to to treat a variety of medical and cosmetic conditions.
The treatment is non-invasive, painless, requires no recovery time, and can be used safely on all skin types.
How it Works
In the same way that plants use chlorophyll to convert sunlight into energy, high intensity light emitting diodes (LEDs) utilizing specific, proven wavelengths of light can trigger a natural biostimulatory effect in human tissue. Research has shown that LED light therapy can increase circulation, accelerate tissue repair, kill acne bacteria, decrease inflammation, improve skin tone, texture and clarity, decrease under eye wrinkles as well as ease muscle and joint pain, stiffness, spasm, and pain associated with arthritis.
Research indicates that cells absorb particles of light (photons) and transform their energy into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the form of energy that cells utilize. The resulting elevation of ATP is then used to power metabolic processes; synthesize DNA, RNA, proteins, enzymes, and other products needed to repair or regenerate cell components; foster mitosis or cell proliferation; and restore homeostasis. Simply put, the LED light source provides compromised cells with added energy so the cells performance is enhanced. For example, fibroblast cells will increase collagen and elastin production in connective tissue to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increase the rate of wound healing.
Celluma LED devices are FDA cleared to treat the following conditions:
- Full face wrinkles
- Inflammatory acne vulgaris
- Diminished local blood circulation
- Muscle & joint stiffness
- Muscle tissue tension
- Muscle & joint pain
- Muscle spasm
- Arthritic pain
Celluma is also CE Marked in the European Union (EU) as a Class IIa medical device for dermal wound healing and was the first device of its kind to achieve such status.
Dermaplaning
Revitalize your skin and reveal a smoother, radiant complexion with our dermaplaning service. Dermaplaning offers a multitude of benefits that will leave you feeling refreshed and confident. By gently removing dead skin cells and villus hair (peach fuzz), this non-invasive treatment instantly brightens your complexion and enhances the absorption of skincare products. Say goodbye to dullness and hello to a youthful flow as derma planing also helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and uneven texture. Experience the luxury of smooth, velvety skin and indulge in the ultimate pampering session with our dermaplaning service
Registered Massage Therapy
RMT is a medically grounded technique focusing on both physical and emotional health. Unlike general massage, it involves a range of targeted methods to address specific health concerns. These treatments can be claimed under most extended medical plans.
Key Benefits:
- Pain Relief: Effective for conditions like chronic back pain and sports injuries.
- Improved Mobility: Increases flexibility and range of motion.
- Stress Reduction: Helps alleviate muscle tension and promotes relaxation.
- Enhanced Circulation: Boosts overall health and aids recovery.
- Personalized Care: Each session is tailored to your individual needs.
Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic drainage is a specialized therapeutic technique designed to enhance the flow of lymph fluid throughout the body, promoting optimal health and wellness. This gentle, rhythmic massage stimulates the lymphatic system, which plays a crucial role in immune function and fluid balance. By encouraging the removal of toxins and reducing swelling, lymphatic drainage can help alleviate various conditions, such as lymphedema, chronic pain, and stress. Ideal for individuals seeking relaxation or recovery, this non-invasive treatment fosters a sense of well-being and revitalization, making it a valuable addition to any wellness routine.
Intuitive Arts
Tarot Readings with some added Intuitive energy! I use Tarot and Oracle cards to help answer your questions and in tandem while I am Channeling. With the help of my guides, whom I ask to connect to your guides, I am able to ask for information, knowledge and wisdom on your behalf. These readings can help you resolve questions about your path and direction; can help you gain knowledge about how to best accomplish your goals; can help you receive insights about your current situation(s); and can help you get closure surrounding current & past situations or life events.
Naturopathic Medicine
Clinical Nutrition
Personalized nutrition is the foundation of good health, but eating well has never been more confusing. There is no perfect diet for everyone - your nutritional needs depend on your genetics, your digestion, your lifestyle, and of course your taste preferences! Dr. Joanna will help find the perfect diet for you, to enhance digestion, optimize energy and achieve your ideal weight.
Lifestyle Counselling
Our regular habits greatly influence our overall health. Lifestyle medicine focuses on stress management, sleep, and exercise as being fundamental to achieving lasting health. Dr. Joanna will help you prioritize some of these lifestyle changes in a way that feels manageable for you.
Botanical Medicine
Herbs can be a great way to help restore balance within the body. Current medical literature supports the use of herbs to help with pain, mood, sleep and hormone balance. Naturopathic Doctors ensure that these herbs are used safely, without potential for interaction with other supplements or medications.
Functional Lab Testing
Sometimes testing may be indicated to help understand your case. This can either be testing done at your local Lifelabs location, or a functional test that would explore hormones, digestive health or food sensitivities. Check with your insurance provider to see if testing with a Naturopathic Doctor is included in your plan.
Hormone Restoration
In certain cases, optimizing hormones may involve using hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Joanna is licensed to prescribe and monitor hormone replacement.