Acupuncturist, BScN; BTCM Languages Spoken: English, Mandarin, Taiwanese Rita is a registered acupuncturist practicing in British Columbia, Canada. Before pursuing TCM, she worked as an ICU and ER nurse at major medical centers in Taiwan, giving her a solid foundation in acute care and modern diagnostics. Driven by a passion for integrative medicine, she earned both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and a Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (BTCM) —accumulating over 20 years of combined medical experience. Philosophy & Approach Rita views acupuncture as a sophisticated, individualized intervention—not merely inserting needles, but a systematic approach to restoring balance. She excels at combining anatomical knowledge with meridian theory to treat a wide range of conditions, from acute and chronic pain (e.g., frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, knee/ankle arthritis) to neurological disorders (e.g., post-herpetic neuralgia, stroke rehabilitation). To meet diverse patient needs, she also provides: · Laser Acupuncture – painless and non-invasive, suitable for children, elderly, or needle-sensitive individuals. · Microneedling – stimulates collagen and improves facial circulation for a natural lift. Certifications: · Laser Acupuncture Certification · Microneedling Certification For inquiries, please contact Rita at dake64@gmail.com.
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Combo package 45 mins acupuncture and 45 mins Acupressure Call for booking 6042220045
Combo package 30 mins acupuncture and 45 mins Acupressure Call for booking 6042220045
Acupuncture for Weight Mgmt - Full Treatment by Acupuncturist. 90 min - $150 Our weight management is a body slimming program that reduces both fat and Cellulite. It improves circulation, metabolism and dissolves fats for weight loss and a slimmer body contour. - extremely safe - and it's painless
For your first appointment, our Registered Acupuncturists and TCM's will provide a initial assessment of your health and concerns followed along with the first treatment session.
Acupuncture for TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) disorders focuses on relaxing the jaw muscles and reducing tension around the joint. By stimulating specific acupuncture points, it may help relieve jaw pain, clicking or locking, limited mouth opening, and muscle tightness while supporting overall relaxation and jaw function.
Cosmetic Acupuncture Treatments Select a treatment to view available appointment times for all acupuncturist: Cosmetic Acupuncture - Book with Acupuncturist The Cosmetic Acupuncture includes everything in our Cosmetic Acupuncture: Cosmetic Acupuncture + Face Acupressure And adds Face Lifting Massage It is targeted to increase circulation, stimulate collagen production and bring more bounce back to your skin. (Total Length: 75 mins)
Cosmetic Acupuncture Treatments Select a treatment to view available appointment times for acupuncturist: Signature Cosmetic Acupuncture - Book with Acupuncturist The Signature Cosmetic Acupuncture includes everything in our Cosmetic Acupuncture: Acupuncture + Face Acupressure And adds Face Lifting Massage It is targeted to increase circulation, stimulate collagen production and bring more bounce back to your skin. (Total Length: 90 mins)
Eyes care treatment focuses on relieving stress and pain in the eyes, as well as preventing ocular diseases. We offer a variety of therapies, including eyes acupressure and face acupoint release , which involve gently press the area around the eyes to improve blood qi flow, reduce tension and fatigue. These therapies can help alleviate symptoms of dry eye, eye strain, headaches, and sinus issues, as well as reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes. They can also help with conditions such as high myopia, floaters, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
Eyes care treatment focuses on relieving stress and pain in the eyes, as well as preventing ocular diseases. We offer a variety of therapies, including eyes acupressure and face acupoint release , which involve gently press the area around the eyes to improve blood qi flow, reduce tension and fatigue. These therapies can help alleviate symptoms of dry eye, eye strain, headaches, and sinus issues, as well as reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes. They can also help with conditions such as high myopia, floaters, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
Eyes care treatment focuses on relieving stress and pain in the eyes, as well as preventing ocular diseases. We offer a variety of therapies, including eyes acupressure and face acupoint release , which involve gently press the area around the eyes to improve blood qi flow, reduce tension and fatigue. These therapies can help alleviate symptoms of dry eye, eye strain, headaches, and sinus issues, as well as reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes. They can also help with conditions such as high myopia, floaters, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
Cover under both Naturopathic visit and acupuncture visit E-Pen Micro Needling with PCA Skin Hyaluronic acid. A post care kit with PCA Skin facial wash, hyaluronic acid serum, moisturizer and EltaMD UV block (10-day supply) is provided.
Cover under both Naturopathic visit and acupuncture visit For patients who hasn’t received microneedling treatment at English Bay Wellness, please book this appointment with your first microneedling appointment Skin assessment, pre/post procedure care and consent forms will be discussed in this visit E-Pen Micro Needling with PCA Skin Hyaluronic acid. A post care kit with PCA Skin facial wash, hyaluronic acid serum, moisturizer and EltaMD UV block (10-day supply) is provided.
Micro-needling also referred to as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure using thin needles. The procedure is a form of skin renewal therapy that involves the controlled creation of tiny wounds in the epidermis and upper dermis of the skin to increase collagen and elastin production. it can help reduce the appearance of skin concerns such as acne , scars, deep scar, or wrinkles.
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In person or online
In person or online one on one session to follow up previous treatment plan and review health concerns and goals
In person or online
In person or online one on one session to follow up previous treatment plan and review health concerns and goals
In person or online one on one session to review your detailed health history, assess health concerns, discuss your health goals, and begin a treatment plan using Naturopathic and/or Traditional Chinese medicine modalities
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