Avery (she/her) is a Registered Acupuncturist and Clinical Herbalist with a passion for holistic healthcare. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Avery graduated with honours from Pacific Rim College, where she studied Western Herbalism and Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture. With a strong foundation in biomedical sciences, herbal energetics, and nutrition, Avery combines Western herbal medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy, and holistic nutrition to assess and support each person based on their unique constitution. As a Registered Acupuncturist with the CTCMA and a professional member of the British Columbia Herbalist Association, Avery is dedicated to making holistic healthcare accessible while providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for healing. She works with a wide range of health concerns, including digestive issues, chronic stress, chronic pain, gynecological conditions, nervous system dysregulation, and mental-emotional health. Avery has a special interest in supporting the nervous system and helping the body return to a state of balance and resilience. She works with conditions often connected to a taxed nervous system, including stress, anxiety, burnout, tension patterns, chronic pain, sleep concerns, and digestive imbalances. Her approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and rooted in the understanding that the body’s systems are deeply interconnected. Her studies have brought her around the world, in 2012 and 2015, Avery studied Ayurveda under her teacher in Kerala, India. In 2023, she had the privilege of travelling to Poland to work on a project with Acupuncture Without Borders, offering treatments to refugees from Ukraine. Outside of her clinical work, Avery enjoys travelling, gardening, camping, volunteering in harm reduction, and spending time in nature with her dog Elton John.
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Consultation (including Health History) + Treatment (Acupuncture in conjunction with other TCM therapies). Please complete the online intake forms before your appointment or arrive 15 mins prior to your visit to allow time to fill out.
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*PLEASE CALL TO BOOK AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE APPOINTMENT* This treatment option is ideal for those who require a longer follow-up session and/or have had an Initial treatment with their TCM/Acupuncturist. If you are unsure if this option is for you, please select a 60 min follow-up
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**Billable to most insurance benefit plans.** Your treatment will include registered TCM Acupuncture techniques along with reiki techniques.
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Choose this option if you've been in to see Melissa before. For those at 36 weeks of pregnancy onwards, weekly acupuncture is recommended to prepare for labour and delivery. *If you are not yet at 36 weeks of pregnancy, please choose the regular 60 minute follow up appointment.*
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Choose this option if you have NOT been in to see Melissa before. For those at 36 weeks of pregnancy onwards, weekly acupuncture is recommended to prepare for labour and delivery. *If you are not yet at 36 weeks of pregnancy please choose the regular 75 minute initial appointment.*
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Please note** this appointment type is not billable to extended health benefits plans. To have cupping billable to insurance, please book an acupuncture appointment as cupping can be included as part of the acupuncture treatment. Any questions, please call 250-590-3757
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This treatment utilizes the auricular acupuncture system. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the ear is seen as a micro-system of the entire body. Using just a few points in each ear to access a deep state of relaxation and support a wide range of ailments from chronic pain, nervous system disregulation, stress, insomnia, weight loss, addiction recovery, and more. This treatment may include body acupressure in addition to ear points. This treatment is not suitable for those with dizziness or are prone to feinting*
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If this is your first time seeing this practitioner please choose "Initial Acupuncture Consultation and Treatment" instead. Thank you! This treatment is an extended follow-up option for returning patients whom have had an Initial treatment with their Acupuncturist.
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This shorter follow-up appointment is designed for those who have already had an initial appointment and several follow ups. We have a treatment plan in place and know what we're focusing on.
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This treatment is the typical follow-up option for returning patients that have had an initial treatment with their Acupuncturist.
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Avery is a Registered Acupuncturist and Clinical Herbalist who can prescribe individualized herbal medicine in addition to providing acupuncture treatment and adjunctive techniques. Choose this option if you are interested in both acupuncture treatment and exploring herbal medicine. This appointment is billable to insurance. Please note: Individualized herbal prescriptions are an additional cost and not typically covered by insurance.
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Treatment plan is continued for supportive care.
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For expecting mothers at 36 weeks of pregnancy onwards, this treatment is designed to help nurture, support and prepare your body to give birth. Weekly Acupuncture is recommended and encouraged to prepare for labour and delivery. Please note: If you are not yet 36 weeks pregnant please book a regular Initial Acupuncture Appointment.
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The initial consultation will include an in-depth look at each system of the body. A detailed overview will be provided after the consultation, and may include nutritional and lifestyle suggestions along with individualized herbal prescriptions. Please note: This appointment is not covered by extended health insurance. Individualized herbal prescriptions are an additional cost.
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*PLEASE CALL TO BOOK AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE APPOINTMENT* This treatment option is ideal for those who require a shorter follow-up session and/or have had an Initial treatment with their TCM/Acupuncturist. If you are unsure if this option is for you, please select a 60 min follow-up
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*Please note this service is for patients who have already completed an initial Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture treatment with this practitioner. Follow up to continue our previously discussed treatment plan. Facial acupuncture, body acupuncture points, gua sha and skincare included in this follow-up appointment. For best results a 10-12 treatment cycle is highly recommended. **If you have had botox in the last 3 weeks please call to book
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Facial Acupuncture - Each treatment is tailored to your specific skin concerns from fine lines and wrinkles to acne and everything in between. This treatment is for you if you're looking to target skin concerns. Each treatment is accompanied by body points to treat your body as a whole, Gua Sha to promote lymphatic drainage and quality skin care products to enhance your natural glow. For best results a 10-12 treatment cycle is highly recommended. **If you have had botox in the last 3 weeks please call to book
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*PLEASE CALL TO BOOK AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE APPOINTMENT* For existing clients in later stage of third trimester of pregnancy
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Please note that your skin may be slightly red and sensitive for up to 24 hours post treatment. Please do not use retinol or retinoid products for at least 3 days prior to your appointment. There is also no sweating, no wearing makeup and no direct sun exposure for 24 hours post treatment as well. For your safety, please be sure to inform your practitioner if you have had Botox, Dysport, or other neuromodulators in the past 3 weeks. Unfortunately microneedling is not possible if you are pregnant.
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Treatment plan is continued for supportive care. Please note: parent must remain in the room for the full duration of the treatment.
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A full assessment will be completed to determine the most supportive course of care for your little one. Common issues treated include: nervous system support for sleep issues, digestive imbalances, & immune support. This treatment can be completely needle free & resources will be given to parents for at home continued care. Please note: parent must remain in the room for the full duration of the treatment.
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*PLEASE CALL TO BOOK AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE APPOINTMENT* This treatment is the typical follow-up option for returning patients whom are seeking support during pregnancy have had an Initial treatment with Jessica Van Alten
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*PLEASE CALL TO BOOK AN INITIAL APPOINTMENT IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST ACUPUNCTURE APPOINTMENT* This treatment is the typical follow-up option for returning patients whom are seeking support during pregnancy have had an Initial treatment with Jessica Van Alten
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