Jennifer Blacklock, R.Ac. #9247

Jennifer Blacklock is a graduate of the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson B.C. Recently Jennifer has established Eastern Tides Acupuncture in Truro, Nova Scotia, a traditional Chinese medicine clinic offering acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, massage, dietary counseling and qi gong practices.

Jennifer has been studying and practicing since 2002. Her clinical training took place in busy outpatient settings in Nelson, BC, Tai Chung, Taiwan and throughout Yunnan, China.

Jennifer is continually amazed by the effectiveness and potency of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. She is willing to approach the treatment of all conditions presented to her with the at most compassion and respect.

Office: Eastern Tides Acupuncture
Address: 30 Duke Street, Truro, NS B2N 2A1
Phone: 902-897-3338
Web: www.easterntidesacupuncture.com

Adele Boudreau, R.Ac #9233

Adele Boudreau is a TCM practitioner in Louisdale, NS. She took a 3 year program at the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria, BC from 1990-2001. In 2002, she became a member of the Saskatchewan Acupuncture Association and in 2003, a member of the Nova Scotia Acupuncture Association. She also offers Jin Shin Do acupressure, moxabustion, herbology, cupping therapy and Reiki energy healing.

Offices:
Arichat, 902-226-1674
St. Peters, 902-535-3603
Port Hawkesbury, 902-625-3030

Wu-Cheng ‘Michael’ Chang, R.Ac #9241

Michael’s extensive background in the health field began when he completed a Bachelor’s Degree at Chung Shan Medical College in 1989. He went on to do research in the fields of family physician, rehabilitation and physical therapy and was the Manager of a Rehabilitation Department at the local Taiwan hospital from 1989-2000.

During 2000-2007, Michael opened his own multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Clinic in Taiwan working closely with two family doctors, an orthopedic doctor and an optometrist.

In 2003 he opened a Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic in China with two doctors. Michael then furthered his education by attending the Fujian University of Traditional Medicine where he received a Bachelor of Medicine in the Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2006. A native of Taipei, Taiwan, Michael relocated to Halifax with his family in 2007. Michael assists individuals with many ailments including: arthritis, headaches, insomnia, joint problems, sports injuries, sciatic pain, and sprains.

Office: Nova Spinal Care
Address: 46 McQuade Lake Crescent, Halifax
Phone: 902-444-6682
Website: www.novaspinalcare.ca

Jacqueline Connaughton, R.M.T., R.Ac #9223

Jacqueline Connaughton has been practicing acupuncture since 1996, after completing her three-year training with J.R. Worsley at the Worsley Institute for Classical Acupuncture in Miami Lakes, Florida. This acupuncture form, Classical Five Element acupuncture, is a holistic approach to healing—working on the level of body, mind and spirit, it treats the underlying cause of disease as well as addressing the symptoms, to promote health and an enhanced sense of well-being. In addition to treating chronic and acute health concerns, she is also trained in acupuncture and acupressure for Facial Rejuvenation.

Jacqueline is also a licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Craniosacral therapy. This is a gentle, non-invasive method of assessment and treatment that encourages the body’s own healing mechanisms to dissipate the negative effects of stress on the central nervous system, enhancing body function, and helping to alleviate pain and discomfort.

Office: Halifax Professional Centre
Address: 5991 Spring Garden Rd, Suite 635, Halifax
Phone: 902-222-9557

Louise Corello, BAHons, MBAcC, R.Ac #9238

Louise Corello qualified as an acupuncturist in 1992 at the College of Traditional Acupuncture in Royal Leaminton Spa, England. She has since completed many post graduate studies, predominantly at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in Reading, England. These included acupuncture in pregnancy, during cancer treatment, for musculo skeletal problems, acupuncture for teenagers, health and diet, treatment for stress, emotional disorders and many other conditions. More recently she has been studying Japanese abdominal diagnosis with Kiiko Matsumoto in London and is working particularly on hormonal imbalances.

Louise left a busy clinic in Hampshire, England to come and live at St Margaret's Bay early in 2006, where she has a bright, spacious office in Upper Tantallon.

Office: Bay Area Professional Centr
Address: Unit 7, 5288 St. Margaret’s Bay Rd, Upper Tantallon
Phone: 902-826-1332

Barry Crofton, R.Ac #9220

Barry graduated with a Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria, B.C. in 1994. Since 1996 he has been practicing at the Meridian Wellness Center in Wolfville.

Along with his regular practice of TCM Acupuncture, Barry has done extensive post-graduate training in NAET allergy elimination technique and Omega/Vantage system computerized sensitivity testing. He has had success in treating asthma, seasonal allergies, food sensitivities, and environmental allergies of all kinds. He has had success in resolving chronic stiffness and pain in joints and muscles, as well as headaches and migraines using Acupuncture and Neuro Modulation Technique (NMT). Barry is certified by NADA in Acu-detox which assists with cravings and withdrawal symptoms for those who are quitting smoking or coming off drugs or alcohol

Address: 112 Front St. Unit 211, Wolfville
Phone: 902-542-4600
Website: wolfvillewellness.com

Lee-Ann Cudmore, R.Ac #9244

Lee-Ann Cudmore is a Registered Acupuncturist of Nova Scotia, and an honors graduate with a diploma in Clinical Acupuncture from the three-year program at the International Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in Ottawa, Ontario.

As an Associate at the Wolfville Naturopathic Clinic, Lee-Ann is part of one of the Valley’s largest integrated complementary health facilities. This wellness based clinic features Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Naturopathic Medicine, Massage Therapy, Laser Therapy and Chiropractic Medicine.

Lee-Ann uses proactive, preventative health and wellness care in a way that complements an individual’s needs and current health care regime. Her goal is to provide people with the knowledge, ability and motivation to achieve their full potential.

Office: Wolfville Naturopathic Clinic
Address: 189 Dykeland Street, Suite 3, Wolfville
Phone: 902-542-5560
Website: www.wolfvillehealth.com

Jill Forse, R.Ac #9239

Jill Forse is a graduate of Oshio College of Acupuncture and Herbology in Victoria, British Columbia where she earned a three year diploma in Acupuncture. She is also a graduate of Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, where she earned a four year
Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology (BScK). Jill uses her Chinese Medicine knowledge along with her Western Health Sciences education to balance ancient wisdom with modern practice.

Jill has a special interest in working with women’s health issues, obstetrics and sport related injuries. She uses her knowledge and experience of Acupuncture, Herbs and Massage to facilitate healing and wellness.

Office: West Park Wellness Center  
Address: 747 Park Street Kentville, NS  B4N 3V7
Phone: 902-678-1475
Website: www.easternelements.ca

Lisa Gallant, B.A, Dip. TCM, R.Ac #9255

Lisa received a three year diploma of Acupuncture from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria, British Columbia. Lisa completed her fourth year of study with high honors at  Paci?c Rim College, from which she received her diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has recently moved home to Nova Scotia and is practicing at Natural Path Wellness Centre in Dartmouth.

Lisa has seen amazing results in treating each person holistically and according to their own constitution. Working as an intern for 2 years in a busy clinic, Lisa successfully treated patients using a combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, diet therapy, tui na massage, cupping therapy, gua sha and electro-stimulation. She is also trained in facial rejuvenation. She is known as being personable, compassionate and thorough, always taking the time to get to know her patients and developing a treatment plan tailored to each speci?c case.

Office: Natural Path Wellness Centre  
Address: 250 Baker Dr. Suite 232, entrance B Dartmouth, NS B2W 6L4
Phone: 902-463-9351
Website: www.naturalpathwellness.ca

 

Elizabeth Heffelfinger, Dip.Ac, Dip.CH, R.Ac #9242

After practicing acupuncture in California for ten years, Elizabeth Heffelfinger is very happy to be back in Halifax where she has opened a Classical Five Element Acupuncture practice.

Elizabeth attended the Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine for 3 years and qualified for her California Acupuncture License in 1997. She is also a National Diplomate in Acupuncture and Herbology in the United States.

In 2005-2006, Elizabeth received further training and certification in acupuncture at the Institute of Classical Five-Element Acupuncture in Los Angeles, California.

Office: 5663 Cornwallis Street, Suite 300, Halifax
Phone: 902-240-9959
Website: www.halifaxacupuncture.com

Jane Holden - BScN, RN, B.Ac, MT, R.Ac #9205

Jane Holden has a Bachelor of Acupuncture degree from the College of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture in England and has been a member of the Nova Scotia Acupuncture Association since 1992. She is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science degree, a member of the Massage Therapists Association of Nova Scotia and a Certified Bowen Practitioner.

Jane has been assisting people to feel better and relieve pain since 1987. She is skilled in Acupuncture/Acupressure, Bowen Technique, Massage Therapy, NAET Allergy Treatment, Therapeutic Touch and Plant Spirit Medicine. Jane’s goal is to establish a healing relationship focused on restoring balance and promoting health. Treatments are tailored to each person and may include one or more techniques. Treatments address the underlying cause of discomfort. This approach can relieve symptoms and bring deep lasting results.

Office: Kachina Health Centre
Address: 5539A Young St, Halifax
Phone: 455-2220 ext. #1
Website: www.kachinahealth.ca

John Huszagh, R.Ac #9221

John Huszagh graduated from from the International Institute of Chinese Medicine in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in 1996. After completing his four year masters in Oriental Medicine, he assisted at a school in Cologne, Germany. In 2000, he studied with Sensei Koei Kuahara, a master of the Toyo Hari, Japanese needle technique. In 2002, he helped bring the Canadian College of Osteopathy to Halifax.

John has studied with indigenous healers from the New Mexico and Peru and brings this wisdom into his practice. He recently completed 5 years of osteopathic training. His clinical practice weaves Osteopathy and Chinese Medicine.

Address: 5663 Cornwallis, Suite 306, Halifax
Phone: 902-446-7100

Jitka Krejci, R.Ac #9251

Jitka Krejci graduated in 2009 with a Diploma in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria, B.C.

Before receiving residency in Canada, Jitka worked as a mobile home-care acupuncturist in Wisconsin from 2009 to 2011, where her practice mostly comprised of patients who suffered from pain, such as sciatica, headaches, and fibromyalgia. Through her training and work, she has been very successful in helping people overcome their aches and pains.  Jitka has also had success in treating gynaecological, emotional, urinary, and digestive disorders. Jitka uses a holistic approach to health and treats every patient as an individual, making her adept at treating all other variations of illness.  She uses acupuncture, Tui Na massage, electro-stimulation, and low lever laser therapy to help people achieve and maintain better health. 

Jitka is very happy to be living in Nova Scotia.  She has established a clinic, called Evangeline Acupuncture, in the Lower Sackville Wellness Centre.  She feels fortunate to be part of the HRM community and to be providing natural health care in the Sackville area.  Jitka also does house calls on the South Shore.

Office:  Evangeline Acupuncture
Address: 546 Sackville Dr., Unit 400, Lower Sackville, NS B4C 2S2
Phone:  902-252-3773
Web: www.evangelineacupuncture.com

Jane Marshall, D.TCM, R.Ac #9234

Jane Marshall is a graduate of the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Victoria BC. Jane Marshall holds a three-year diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (D.TCM, D.Ac). As well as practicing Chinese Herbology, Acupuncture, and the other therapies included in TCM, she also administers ear acupuncture for quitting smoking and other addictions. She is certified through
NADA as an Acu-Detox specialist.

Jane has had success treating a wide variety of conditions, including anxiety/depression, insomnia, infertility, gynecological problems, sciatica/back pain, chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia, addictions, and digestive disorders. Jane is a passionate student of the healing arts. She has spent much of her life studying a wide variety of Eastern and Western healing modalities. She is dedicated to the practice of true healing, where the causes of disease are addressed at their very root.

Address: #306, 5663 Corwallis Street, Halifax
Phone: 902-404-3374

Anne-Marie McCully, R.Ac #9232

Address: 219 Main St, Suite 207, Antigonish
Phone: 902-863-0932

Michelle Murray, R.Ac. #9246

Michelle graduated with an Honours Diploma in Acupuncture in 2008 after successfully completing a 3 year program in St. John’s Newfoundland. She is also a trained Doula, a holistic childbirth educator and is certified in the use of homeopathy for pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. She is planning to further her education in obstetric acupuncture in Europe during the fall of 2009.

Michelle has a true passion for women’s health, and has used her culmination of skills and training to open The Women’s Holistic Health Centre, the only alternative health clinic in the greater St. John’s area catering exclusively to women and their unique well-being issues.

E-mail: michellemurray@whhc.ca
Website: www.whhc.ca

Karen Ritchie B.S., M.S. Oriental Medicine, Dipl.Ac., R.Ac #9237

Karen Ritchie is a graduate of the four year program at Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe, New Mexico, receiving her Masters of Science Degree in Oriental Medicine in 2005 and is also certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Dipl.Ac.).  Karen received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Special Education from Indiana University in 1975.

After immigrating to Canada from the United States, Karen established Omega Health Associates in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1995. She has tested over 5,000 individuals using the Omega AcuBase program and has found this to be an invaluable tool for helping others find out about their health concerns, especially food related issues. Special areas of interest are in: allergies, gastrointestinal, obstetrics & gynecology.

Office: Therapeutic Approach Health Centre
Address: 6156 Quinpool Street, Halifax
Phone: 902-429-3303

Kenton Sefcik, R.Ac #9243

Kenton Sefcik graduated from the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine with a diploma in Acupuncture and an honourary diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine. 

He holds acupuncture registration in both Alberta and Nova Scotia. 

Although Kenton excels in treating all types of problems, his passion lies with anxiety, depression and chronic pain.

Address: #1, 19 Meagher’s Grant Road, Musquodoboit Harbour
Phone: 902-889-3067
Website: www.harbourhealth.ca

Kermit Stick, R.Ac #9203

Office: Hydrostone Osteopathy, Halifax
Address: 5515 Young St
Phone: 902-405-3222

Frank Taussig, R.Ac #9202

Frank Taussig studied Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine at the International Institute of Chinese Medicine in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He received his Doctorate in Oriental Medicine in 1989 and has been practicing since then. As well as being a member of the Nova Scotia Association of Acupuncturists, he is also certified by the National
Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Frank uses a combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine (both Acupuncture and Herbology), Japanese Acupuncture techniques, and Tui Na ( Chinese Massage) to successfully treat a wide variety of conditions.

Address: 5663 Cornwallis, Suite 305, Halifax
Phone: 902-420-9466

Shih-Bin ‘Robin’ Wu, R.Ac #9240

Office: Robin's Clinic of Traditional Chinese Medicine Inc.
Address: 1360 Lower Water St, #307, Halifax
Phone: 902-448-8815
Website: www.drwutcm.com