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Monday 9:30am - 10pm Tuesday 9:30am - 10pm Wednesday 9:30am - 10pm Thursday 9:30am - 10pm Friday 9:30am - 6:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 6:30pm

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Eight Branches College of Eastern Medicine offers a wide range of education and healthcare options

Services related to Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Herbs, Cupping, Gua Sha, Moxibustion, Nutrition, Shiatsu, Tuina, Tai Chi & Qi Gong are available.

01/07/2026

Exploring Chinese Herbal Medicine 🌿✨
Chinese herbs have been used for centuries to support balance, vitality, and overall wellness. Each herb carries its own energetic nature, warming, cooling, nourishing, or moving to help restore harmony in the body.

Used alone or in traditional formulas, herbal medicine remains a key part of TCM practice today.

01/05/2026

What Happens to Your Body During Midwinter? ❄️
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, 大寒 (Da Han) represents the coldest point of winter a time when the body turns inward, energy is conserved, and digestion and circulation may naturally slow down.

Rather than pushing through winter at full speed, TCM encourages gentle routines that protect our Qi and strengthen the Kidney system, including warm meals, herbal teas, restful evenings, and staying physically warm.

Midwinter is also considered a powerful time for restoration, what we nourish now supports our energy and vitality as the seasons shift into spring.

Learn more about seasonal living and TCM at eightbranches.ca 🌿

01/02/2026

Did you know Eight Branches has an onsite teaching clinic? 👋
Students treat real clients under clinical supervision and gain valuable hands-on experience throughout their training.

Visit us at 112 Merton Street, 3rd Floor, Toronto ON M4S 2Z8

12/26/2025

Upper thigh feeling tight after leg day? 🏋️‍♂️
Cupping can help loosen deep tension and support circulation through the major muscle groups. Great for runners, lifters, and anyone building lower-body strength.

12/24/2025

Every TCM journey begins with the basics: Yin-Yang Theory, Qi, organ systems, and diagnostic philosophy. 🌿

Our Foundations course introduces classical concepts that shape every part of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It’s the perfect first step for curious learners.

Learn more at eightbranches.ca

12/23/2025

Apply for January 2026 ✨
New full-time students beginning in Winter 2026 may be eligible for our Emerging Practitioner Scholarship, valued between $500–$2,000.
Eligible applicants will submit a short video or written essay demonstrating academic excellence or meaningful community involvement, along with their aspirations in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Scholarship funds are awarded upon successful completion of the program and apply to:
• Acupuncture & Moxibustion
• TCM Practitioner
• Advanced TCMP

👉 Submit your information and our Admissions Advisor will be in touch with next steps.

Learn more at eightbranches.ca

12/22/2025

Acupuncture encourages balance between systems, regulates Qi, calms the nervous system, and supports natural healing responses.

Beyond symptoms, it supports your body’s ability to restore itself—whether physically, emotionally, or energetically.

Thinking about studying acupuncture? Send us a message anytime.

12/19/2025

Did you know your tongue is a diagnostic map in TCM?
Practitioners observe:

• colour
• shape
• coating
• moisture

These offer clues about digestion, heat/cold, and internal balance. It’s both fascinating + incredibly informative!

Explore diagnostics at eightbranches.ca

12/12/2025

What makes fire cupping different? Heat helps the cups create stronger suction, which can release deeper tension through the back and shoulders.

Many people love it for stress relief, posture support, and muscle recovery.

🔥 Especially if you’re feeling tight across the upper body.

12/05/2025

🌀 Your Posture Matters – From Head to Heel! 🌀
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), your body’s alignment affects the flow of Qi (energy) through your meridians. Poor posture can block energy, strain muscles, and weaken organ function, while mindful alignment supports digestion, lung capacity, and overall vitality.

🌿 Self-Care Tip: Practice gentle stretches, mindful sitting, and standing tall to keep your Qi flowing freely and nourish your body from the inside out.

12/03/2025

Harness the Healing Power of Ginger 🌿
Ginger is a warming, restorative herb often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support circulation, relieve muscle tension, and boost overall wellness. Applied topically or in treatments, it can help soothe the body and restore balance naturally.

✨ Experience the benefits of TCM herbs and holistic care at Eight Branches.

12/01/2025

Meet Diana 👋 one of our highly skilled practitioners, known for her empathy, compassion, and intuitive approach.

🔗 Book your session here https://eightbranchesclinic.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/27

With 20+ years of experience in body, mind, and spirit health, Diana brings a unique blend of practices including Zen Shiatsu, Medical Qigong, Thai Massage, Craniosacral Therapy, Sotai, Oriental Breathing Therapy, Head-Hand-Feet Shiatsu, Vipassana, and Gestalt conversations that support deep healing and transformation.

🧠 What is Gestalt Coaching?
It’s a transformative, experiential, whole-person approach to growth. Through present-moment awareness and reflective conversation, Gestalt Coaching helps you navigate challenges, build confidence, and align with your personal and professional goals — especially beneficial for students and emerging practitioners.

Diana offers care in English and Spanish, creating a welcoming experience for all communities.

🌱 Experience Diana’s holistic approach at the Eight Branches Professional Clinic.

Address

112 Merton Street, 3rd Floor
Toronto, ON
M4S2Z8

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 10pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 10pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 10pm
Thursday	9:30am - 10pm
Friday	9:30am - 6:30pm
Saturday	9:30am - 6:30pm

Website

http://www.eightbranches.ca/

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