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Doreen Hill Acupuncture

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Doreen Hill Acupuncture

🌿 Welcome to my practice! I'm Doreen, a licensed acupuncturist and holistic nutritional mentor dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and vitality.

I have been providing acupuncture, cupping, vitamin injections and massage since 2004. I've won the Readers Choice Awards for running the Best Rated Business for 3 years. Acupuncture & Cupping treat pain and imbalances in the body. Pain in the back, neck, shoulders, joints and muscles. It's great for headaches, migraines, PMS symptoms, immune imbalance symptoms. An effective treatment to rebalance the body to treat stress, anxiety, overwhelm and burnout. It gently promotes overall health and wellbeing. Specializing in Skin Treatments. Age spots, scarring, AntiAging. I offer non-needle MicroCurrent therapy and Skin Resurfacing with Micro Needling. Both techniques offer amazing results. Acupuncture is Covered by Extended Health Care Plans. I will spend the time with you to help you along your healing journey.

09/23/2025

🍂 Fall is a season of transition. The days grow shorter, the air gets cooler, and nature gently nudges us into a slower, more reflective rhythm. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this shift is seen as a move toward more yin energy—encouraging routine, rest, and inner focus.

Fall is linked with the Metal element, which governs the Lungs and Large Intestine. When these systems are out of balance, it can show up as cough, phlegm, catching colds more easily, or digestive changes like loose bowels or constipation. Emotionally, the lungs are tied to grief, so this season can also stir up feelings of loss or heaviness.

The good news? Acupuncture is a powerful way to support your body and emotions through these seasonal changes—helping you strengthen your immunity, ease digestion, and restore a sense of balance and clarity.

✨ If you’re feeling the effects of the season, now is a beautiful time to book an acupuncture session and realign your body with nature’s rhythm.

09/19/2025

Sleeping in strange beds, airplanes, uneven surfaces = flare-ups.

Even when travel triggers pain, I’ve found natural ways to manage it.

Traveling is something I love—but it also comes with its challenges.

Sleeping in different beds, curling up on airplanes, sitting on uneven surfaces… all of these can trigger my back pain.

The truth is, my back has been my “weak spot” ever since I was a kid.

It all started on one of those old wooden teeter-totters. My partner jumped off suddenly, and I came crashing down—hard—onto my tailbone. They said it wasn’t broken, but the years of recovery told me otherwise. To this day, sitting on hard surfaces or leaning back the wrong way can leave me aching.

Over the years, I’ve dealt with slight degeneration in my lumbar spine and a sticky SI joint that sometimes sends pain up my back and into my hips. Some days the pain is a 2, other days it spikes to a 10. Gir the most past my pain is quite low, but it’s there.

I’ve tried so many things—massage therapy, stretching, cycling, pelvic floor work—and I’ve always chosen to avoid painkillers unless absolutely necessary. I wanted to find ways that supported my body, not masked the symptoms.

What helps me now is a combination of acupuncture, cupping, movement, and the Super Patch. ✨

The pain patch doesn’t medicate—it works with my body. It interrupts the pain signals, releases tension. It’s vibrational healing similar to acupuncture in the way it communicates with my nervous system energetically.

Travel may always make my back flare up, but I feel grateful that I’ve found natural ways to bring relief and peace back into my body.

09/19/2025

Welcome to my practice! I’ve been offering acupuncture for over 20 years. I also am a holistic nutritional coach dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and vitality especially for busy career women over 40 with families.

🔹 Specialized in:

🌟Relieving body pain
🌟Improving digestive health
🌟Weight management & Nutritional
support
🌟Supporting anti-aging

As an acupuncturist, I use time-tested techniques to address various health concerns and promote overall wellness.

My unique approach combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern nutritional science to provide comprehensive care and support.

🍎 As a holistic nutritional coach, I believe that food is medicine. I'll work with you to develop personalized nutrition plans that complement your acupuncture or acupressure treatments and support your body's natural healing processes.

Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, digestive issues, hormones or simply want to age gracefully, I'm here to guide you on your journey to better health.

Let's work together to unlock your body's full potential and achieve lasting wellness!

Book your consultation today and take the first step towards a healthier, more vibrant you.

https://calendly.com/doreenhillacupuncture-empowered-living/30min

09/08/2025

Doreen R.Ac offers 15 minute free consultations to consider options for treatment.
Acupuncture is covered by Extended Health Care plans.

08/10/2025

Day 3/5 Your Body's Unsung Hero

"The Liver: Your Weight Loss Command Center"

Plot twist in Sarah's story...
While she was obsessing over calories and cardio, her LIVER was quietly sabotaging every effort.

Your liver processes:
🔥 Every hormone in your body
🔥 Every toxin you encounter
🔥 Every bite of food you eat
🔥 Every ounce of fat you want to burn
🔥Every time you feel stressed, frustrated and angry. These emotions affect hormones and your liver has to process them.

When it's overwhelmed (think: years of stress, processed foods, environmental toxins), it goes into survival mode:

Hormones don't get cleared properly
Fat burning shuts down
Toxins get stored in... you guessed it... fat cells

Sarah's body was literally holding onto weight to protect her from toxins her liver couldn't process.

The solution isn't another diet. It's giving your liver the support it desperately needs.

Tomorrow: I'll share the simple signs your liver is crying for help.

Have you ever considered your liver's role in weight loss? 🤔

07/30/2025

🌿 Hey folks, I’d love your input! 🌿

As we move into August and gear up for the back-to-school season, I want to serve you with the most helpful, valuable content possible. I’ve been creating resources to support women — especially moms and women over 40 — and I’d love to know what YOU want more of right now.

Which topics speak to you most right now — and in what order?

👇 Comment below with your top 3 👇
(or add your own if I missed something!)

✨ Women’s health & hormones (perimenopause, menopause, adrenal support)
✨ Family nutrition made simple (meals, snacks & grocery lists for busy moms)
✨ Mindset & energy — staying grounded, present, and inspired
✨ Releasing weight naturally (without dieting or burnout)
✨ Chinese Medicine & acupuncture — healing from the inside out
✨ Quick recipes, checklists & doable routines to feel your best

I’ve got plenty of goodness to share — coaching tips, free downloads, and tools to make this season smoother and more nourishing 💗

Thanks for helping me serve you better 🙏 I can’t wait to see what rises to the top!

07/30/2025

Traditional medicine has its place and it is especially exceptional at certain things, but it’s time we talk about a different way of healing.

Let me introduce you to a technology that works with your body, not against it. 🌿

✨ Instead of masking symptoms, it helps your brain and body reconnect.
Most medications are designed to block pain signals or numb discomfort. But these patches? They gently stimulate your nervous system to bring the body back into balance—naturally and intelligently.

💡 No pills. No chemicals. Just frequencies your body already understands.
This wearable neurotech uses your skin as a direct pathway to activate calm, reduce pain, or support better movement—without anything needing to be digested or processed by your liver or gut.

🙌🏼 Safe. Non-invasive. Non-addictive.
There’s nothing to build up in your system, and no dependency to worry about. Just lightweight support that you simply stick on—and go.

⏱️ Most people feel a shift in under a couple of minutes.

Yes, really.

Whether it’s improved balance, pain relief, or mental clarity… the body responds quickly when given the right support.

🏃🏽‍♀️ It can even support posture, coordination, and energy.
When your brain is receiving clear signals, your whole body functions better—from the ground up.

🍃 And your organs will thank you too.
No burden on your liver, kidneys, or digestion. Just clean support to help you feel your best.

✨ Curious to try it for yourself?
I’ve got a 25% OFF code for first-time orders—send me a message or tap the link to shop.

Let’s work with the body, not against it. Questions, let’s chat about it.

💚

07/23/2025

It is these little patches….

I woke up today with pain in my low back and SI joint. Been gardening.
It was achy, constant, heavy pain, not the stabbing disabling stuff, but irritating and constant..

My prescription is one patch for pain and one patch for creating balance and homeostasis. Literally, within minutes that low-grade chronic achy heavy pain is now a thing of the past.

No drugs, no ingredients just a different signal to the brain.

So what is this? Its more than a pain patch.

Connection, purpose, and something that’s actually helping people in their everyday lives.

I didn’t think I’d find all of that in one place - but here we are💫

If you’ve ever wondered about doing something a little different—with people who genuinely support one another - I’m always happy to chat.

07/21/2025

🧠✨ What if the answer isn’t more meds… but more connection? ✨🧠

Western medicine has saved lives. It’s powerful, it’s brilliant — but let’s be real: it’s not always the full solution.

Too many people are overprescribed, overstimulated, and still not feeling better. And that’s where Super Patch steps in — with a new way that feels like science fiction but is 100% real, natural, and backed by clinical studies.

No drugs.

No chemicals.

No supplements.

Just powerful, wearable tech that works with your brain — not against it.

👶 Safe for kids.

🤰 Safe for pregnancy & breastfeeding.

💊 Safe if you’re on medication or taking supplements.

👵 Safe for seniors.

No matter your age, your lifestyle, or your health story — this is for you.

And I get it — it’s hard to wrap your head around.

How can a simple patch do all that?

But when you understand that your brain is your body’s control center…

…you start to realize: sometimes it just needs a little recalibration.

These patches speak directly to the nervous system. They activate natural patterns that improve how your brain communicates with your body. That means better energy. Better sleep. Better balance. Less pain. More clarity. FAST.

And here’s the truth:

Most people don’t believe it — until they try it.

But once they feel it… oh, baby. There’s no going back.

This is your invitation to look at wellness in a whole new way.

Because your brain is smarter than you think. And now, it’s got backup.

🔗 Drop a 🔥 or message or tag me if you’re ready to see what your brain can really do.

06/26/2025

It’s always a great time for Microneedling. Now at Island Optimal in Nanaimo

Book now:

https://islandoptimal.janeapp.com/locations/island-optimal-health-and-performance-dufferin-location/book #/staff_member/78

06/20/2025

Launch of our 8 Week Hormone and Wellness Reset Program

All I need is your email to get you registered

06/18/2025

Imagine how different your life could feel in just 8 weeks...

🌸 If your bloating disappeared
🌸 If your sleep became deep and restorative
🌸 If your energy came back
🌸 If your body started responding again 😊

I’ve created a powerful 8-week Hormone & Wellness Reset Program for women in midlife who are ready to take control of their health—naturally.

I blend Traditional Chinese Medicine, Holistic Nutrition and WeightLoss along with leadership and coaching support using the Philosophy of Louise Hay who was a leading motivation Guru and personal growth facilitator and author.

You’ll learn how to nourish your body, reset your hormones, improve sleep, balance stress, detox gently, and eat in a way that supports your current phase of life.

✨ You’ll get personalized nutrition targets
✨ 7-day custom meal plan built from your favorite foods
✨ Weekly Zoom education and support calls
✨ Private weekly coaching
✨ A private Facebook community
✨ Recipes and Food Plan

Early Bird BONUSES
✨Smoothie Guide to kickstart your reset 😊
✨ Holistic meditation designed to optimize energy flow in your vital organs, reduce stress, and support whole-body wellness

Spots are filling fast.. Early bird pricing - $240 ends June 30th. Regular price $375.00. Program starts July 7, 2025,
I'd love to walk this journey with you.
💖 Message me or comment below and I’ll send you the details.
Let’s do this together.

Imagine how different your life could feel in just 8 weeks...

🌸 If your bloating disappeared
🌸 If your sleep became deep and restorative
🌸 If your energy came back
🌸 If your body started responding again 😊

I’ve created a powerful 8-week Hormone & Wellness Reset Program for women in midlife who are ready to take control of their health—naturally.

I blend Traditional Chinese Medicine, Holistic Nutrition and WeightLoss along with leadership and coaching support using the Philosophy of Louise Hay who was a leading guru motivation and personal growth.

You’ll learn how to nourish your body, reset your hormones, improve sleep, balance stress, detox gently, and eat in a way that supports your current phase of life.

✨ You’ll get personalized nutrition targets
✨ 7-day custom meal plan built from your favorite foods
✨ Weekly Zoom education and support calls
✨ Private weekly coaching
✨ A private Facebook community
✨ Recipes and Food Plan

Early Bird BONUS
✨Smoothie Guide to kickstart your reset 😊
✨ Holistic meditation designed to optimize energy flow in your vital organs, reduce stress, and support whole-body wellness

Spots are filling fast.. Early bird pricing - $240 ends June 30th. Regular price $375.00. Program starts July 7. 2025,
I'd love to walk this journey with you.
💖 Message me or comment below and I’ll send you the details.
Let’s do this together.

"In the infinity of life where I am, all is perfect, whole, and complete."

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2 LOCATIONS: 1881 Dufferin Crescent (Island Optimal Health & Performance)
Nanaimo, BC
V9T0H2

Opening Hours

Wednesday	10am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 6pm

Telephone

+12507539449

Website

http://www.doreenhill.com/

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