Acupuncture
Squamish, BC
Acupuncture is one of the oldest and most studied forms of natural medicine, and one of the simplest. At Acuflo Therapy, we offer acupuncture as a caring, evidence-informed practice that supports your body’s own ability to heal, restore, and find balance.
Whether you’re navigating a recent injury, chronic pain, working through stress and anxiety, moving through hormonal changes, or simply hoping to feel more like yourself again, we’re glad you’re here. Acupuncture can be a meaningful part of your care, and our goal, always, is your whole health: physically, mentally, and hormonally.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first acupuncture session at Acuflo Therapy begins with a conversation, not a rushed intake. We want to get to know your health history, your goals, and what’s brought you in today, because that conversation is the foundation of your care.
From there, we’ll build a treatment approach that’s specific to you. The thin needles are placed gently and precisely, and most people find the experience deeply relaxing, often settling into a sense of calm that lingers well beyond the session itself.
Sessions typically run 30 or 50 minutes. How many you’ll need, and how often, depends on your goals and how your body responds along the way.
What Can Acupuncture Help With?
Acupuncture can support you through a wide range of physical, mental, and hormonal health concerns. Every session is designed around you, so your treatment plan reflects what’s actually happening in your body and in your life.
Conditions and concerns we commonly support include:
Mental Health
Depression
Anxiety
OCD
ADHD
PTSD
Bipolar disorder
Anger management
Pediatrics
Bed wetting
Sleep disorders
Behavioural issues
Learning disabilities
Infections
Autism spectrum support
Aesthetic
Facial rejuvenation
Scar treatment
Skin health
Physical Health
Injuries, trauma, and fractures
Post-surgical recovery
Headaches/migraines & Jaw tightness (TMJ)
Insomnia
Concussions
Neck and shoulder pain
Fatigue and low energy
Chronic pain, including back pain and joint discomfort
Athletic performance and recovery from injury
Women’s Health
Fertility and infertility support
Pregnancy and postpartum support, including postpartum depression
Perimenopause and menopause
Endometriosis
PCOS and hormonal imbalances
PMS and menstrual irregularities
Not sure if acupuncture is the right fit for you?
We’d love to talk it through together before you book, no pressure at all.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a core practice within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It involves the gentle placement of very fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body, supporting the flow of energy, or qi, through pathways known as meridians. We look at the root of an imbalance, not just its surface symptoms, so your care considers both what you’re feeling now and what may be underneath it.
From a modern science perspective, acupuncture stimulates the facial lines & autonomic as well as central nervous system, encourages circulation, and helps regulate the body’s stress response. These two frameworks, ancient and contemporary, aren’t in conflict. They simply describe the same healing process in different languages, and at Acuflo Therapy, we hold both with equal care and respect.
Acupuncture for the Whole Person
At our clinic, we don’t treat symptoms in isolation. We look at your full picture: your physical health, your mental and emotional well-being, and the patterns that show up across both. We’re here for you through it all, from acute relief to long-term vitality.
Acupuncture stands well on its own, and it also works beautifully alongside occupational therapy, which we offer at our Squamish clinic. If you’re working with us across both services, your care is coordinated so every part of your treatment supports the whole you.
Outdoor Community Acupuncture
We host monthly Outdoor Community Acupuncture, a shared session held outdoors (in cold months it’s held inside) in a natural setting. Sessions are limited to a small group of up to 6 participants, seated in zero-gravity chairs paired with a sound bath for a fully immersive, restorative experience.
These sessions are offered periodically around specific event dates rather than as a standing weekly option, so keep an eye out for our next scheduled date.
This is acupuncture the way it was traditionally practised: in community, together.
Ready to Begin?
If you’re curious about acupuncture, or ready to book your first session, we would love to hear from you. Acuflo Therapy is located in Squamish, BC, and we welcome clients from across the Sea to Sky corridor.
Your first step toward feeling better can be wonderfully simple. We can’t wait to meet you.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Acupuncture is for adults, teenagers, and children, across a wide range of life stages and health situations. You don’t need a referral to book. You’re welcome here, wherever you’re starting from.
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Yes. Acupuncture is one part of a broader Traditional Chinese Medicine approach. At Acuflo Therapy, acupuncture is designed to support the human being in a holistic way using yin-yang theory & the natural cycle of life. There are 365 acupuncture points, like the days of the year, as well as 12 meridians like the 12 months of the year. We offer only a small range of herbal ready-made formulas here. If the main reason for your consultation is herbal medicine, we would advise consulting a clinic with either an herbologist or a TCM practitioner/doctor, as they can make up custom herbal formulas that can assist in treating the body inside out.
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Most people feel very little discomfort. The thin needles used are extremely fine, much thinner than a standard medical needle. You may feel a mild sensation at the insertion point, often described as gentle pressure, warmth, or relaxation. Many clients fall asleep during treatment. However, if you have a fear of needles and find needles unsettling, we have options like ear seeds & micro-needles to help you get a proper treatment.
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This depends on your individual situation. Some concerns respond well within a few sessions. Others benefit from ongoing, regular treatment. Your practitioner will give you a clear sense of what to expect after your first visit.
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Many extended health benefit plans in Canada include acupuncture coverage. We recommend checking your plan details before your first visit. Please get in touch if you have questions about billing.
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Yes. Acuflo Therapy offers both services, and many clients benefit from an integrated approach. Your practitioner can help you understand how the two might work together for your specific goals.
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Yes, when practised by a licensed and trained practitioner. At Acuflo Therapy, all acupuncture treatments are performed using sterile, single-use, thin needles in a safe and professional environment.
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Facial rejuvenation acupuncture is a gentle, natural approach to skin health and vitality. It uses the same principles as traditional acupuncture, placing fine needles at specific locations on the face to support circulation, tone, and overall skin well-being. It is a whole-body treatment as much as a skin treatment, addressing the root causes of skin concerns from within.