Sea of Qi Healing

Sea of Qi Healing Allison is a licensed Acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner. She has specialized training in treating fertility and reproductive health.

Allison is also a health coach and integrative health practitioner, a fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), a member of the Obstetrical Acupuncture Association (OBAA), a Certified Laser Technician (CLT), and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200). As a stage 3 Endo Warrior herself, Allison is extremely passionate in helping treat the pain and symptoms of endometriosis. Allison believes in truly understanding the holistic picture of every individual’s health in order to provide exceptional care that surpasses the boundaries of the physical, mental, and emotional levels. She believes that each patient is a unique case that requires understanding, skill, and above all else, compassion.

Iron deficiency is one of the most overlooked contributors to unexplained infertility. Women with ferritin
01/09/2026

Iron deficiency is one of the most overlooked contributors to unexplained infertility. Women with ferritin

Luteal phase defect is a hot topic on social media.  Do I see it in practice? Absolutely. Do people overdiagnose themsel...
01/09/2026

Luteal phase defect is a hot topic on social media. 
 
Do I see it in practice? Absolutely. Do people overdiagnose themselves with luteal phase defects? Also, absolutely. 
 
So let’s break it down and figure it out. 
 
 
  
  

Dairy isn’t inherently inflammatory🔥 ...even for people with endometriosis!  Large clinical studies show that milk, yogu...
01/06/2026

Dairy isn’t inherently inflammatory🔥 ...even for people with endometriosis! 
 
Large clinical studies show that milk, yogurt, and cheese are usually neutral or even anti-inflammatory, especially fermented options like yogurt or kefir. 
 
But individual responses matter. 
 
Some people feel worse with dairy because of lactose intolerance, A1 casein sensitivity, or digestive symptoms. Not because dairy is universally inflammatory. 
 
Is it worth eliminating to see if it helps your symptoms? Because of the immense overlap of endo with digestive conditions (like IBS, SIBO, etc.), absolutely! Try short 2–4 week elimination and gentle reintroduction can help you understand your personal tolerance. 
 
 

01/04/2026

🫖 My Microplastic-Free Tea Journey 🫖 
  
A few months ago, I found out that some tea bags can release billions of microplastic particles when steeped in hot water (yes, billions 😳). 
  
And as a sleep deprived mom and tea addict, that hit hard . 
  
Microplastics have now been found in nearly every part of the body (brain, ovaries, placenta, breast milk, even the bloodstream), and are linked to inflammation, hormone disruption, fertility issues, and impaired mitochondrial function, etc. 
  
So I went down the rabbit hole… ☕️ 
🫤 Many “eco” tea bags still use plant-based plastic (PLA) - which still sheds microplastics.   
🤷🏻‍♀️Loose leaf ended up being the safest and tastiest option - once I found the right one. 
  
It’s not about fear - it’s about being informed, empowered, and knowing what’s in the things we consume daily. 
  
If you’ve found a microplastic-free tea that you love (and that actually tastes good), please drop it in the comments 👇 I’m still building my clean tea stash. 
  
 
 
 
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Hi friends! As per my yearly tradition, I’d like to start the year by introducing myself. My name is Allison and I’m an ...
01/01/2026

Hi friends! As per my yearly tradition, I’d like to start the year by introducing myself. My name is Allison and I’m an acupuncturist and integrative health practitioner based out of Vancouver, BC. I work out of The Nest clinic in Gastown and Oak Integrative in Burnaby. I’m an Aries sun, Cancer moon, and Gemini Rising. I have stage 3 endometriosis and a type of autoimmune arthritis that affects my spine. I’ve been studying and practicing traditional Chinese medicine for over 12 years. I believe in aliens. I’m a licensed Chinese herbalist. I specialize in hormones and fertility and nothing brings me more joy than working with menstrual cycles. I’m incredibly evidenced based and research obsessed while also believing deeply in intuition and energy medicine. My favorite color is taupe. I’ve never been camping. I’m definitely a type A person. I’m originally from Chicago but have also lived in Baltimore and New York. I’m a little sister. I’m a Ravenclaw. I’m a mom to a one year old boy. I’ve traveled to Mexico, the Bahamas, Japan, and the Philippines. I truly believe I have the best job in the world. If I’m listening to music it’s usually rap. I love being honest and vulnerable about my own journey and life with my patients. I’ve given up on fashion and am in jeans and a t-shirt or sweatpants 99% of the time. I love reading. Nothing brings me more joy than a cup of tea in the morning. I have two tattoos. I could live off of Japanese food. I’m a classical pianist. I’m a trained yoga teacher. I can’t keep any plants alive. I worked in fashion in New York City for a few months in 2012 and helped Bjork try on clothes once. I’ve been to every state in the US, mostly from going on tour with a friend’s band when I was 19. I’m a very loyal friend. I talk to my mom on the phone for hours every week. I got engaged to my soulmate the day after we met, and we’ve been married for 10 years. I love you all dearly🤍 thank you so much for being here and being a part of my life. 🙏

2025, what a year! I spent the first 9 months of the year on maternity leave and figuring out how to keep a tiny human a...
12/31/2025

2025, what a year! I spent the first 9 months of the year on maternity leave and figuring out how to keep a tiny human alive. I got less sleep than I ever have in my entire life. I figured out how to breastfeed, I survived a plane ride with a 4 month old, I introduced my son to 3 of his great grandparents, I spent a week on Salt Spring Island, I read 29 books, I got up in the night 56738 times to nurse and comfort my son, saw my parents more than I’d seen them in the past decade, cried on the phone to my mom multiple times, started biologics because my autoimmune disease got worse, became a working mom, I made mom friends and hung out with them almost every week (was crucial for my sanity postpartum), I coslept and sleep trained, I went to therapy, I spent many hours laying in the grass in the summer, became a Canadian citizen, went on dozens and dozens of park walks, probably only meditated a few hours total, went to the farmer’s market nearly every week it was open, celebrated life with friends and family, sang twinkle twinkle little star 94374 times, connected deeply with my patients, got knocked down and got back up again more times than I can count, laughed and danced and cried and sang and lived deeply.

Thinking of those carrying a bit of heaviness in their hearts at this time of the year.  The holidays have a way of brin...
12/24/2025

Thinking of those carrying a bit of heaviness in their hearts at this time of the year. 
 
The holidays have a way of bringing up a lot. 
 
A mix of joy and gratitude, but also the quiet stuff we don’t always say out loud. The symptoms we hoped would be gone by now. The exhaustion that lingers. The goals we thought we’d reach this year. The things we’re still waiting for. 
 
If you’re ready to step into the new year with more clarity, support, and a treatment plan that actually meets you where you are - I’d love to hold space for you. You don’t have to navigate it alone. ❤️ 
 
 
 
 
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Your liver has three stages of detox, and all three need support for healthy estrogen balance. When even one phase slows...
12/23/2025

Your liver has three stages of detox, and all three need support for healthy estrogen balance. When even one phase slows down, estrogen can recirculate and trigger PMS, acne, heavy periods, bloating, mood swings, and cycle symptoms. 
 
Phase 1 = modify 
Phase 2 = neutralize 
Phase 3 = eliminate 
 
Supporting each stage with nutrients, herbs, and lifestyle shifts can make a massive difference in hormone health, preconception, and cycle regularity. 🌿✨ 
 
 
 
 
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