The most nurturing, kind and gentle care I have ever received. She is very knowledgeable and…read moreeducates so you can understand how your body is healing and coming back to balance. I highly recommend her for acupuncture, cupping and manual therapies.

From the owner: Jacqueline Raaymakers is a certified practitioner in Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine and…read moreOsteopathic Manual Therapy. With 14 years of clinical experience, she is licensed to practice in Nova Scotia as an active member of the Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Association of Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Association of Osteopaths. Jacqueline graduated from the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary, Alberta, earning her designation as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, DTCM, and a Registered Acupuncturist, R.Ac. After completing her program and passing the PAN-Canadian board examinations, she pursued an internship at the Mianyang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Southwest China. There, she deepened her understanding of the principles and practice of Chinese medicine. Driven by a desire to explore the interconnectedness of the body through different perspectives, Jacqueline pursued her studies further at the College of Osteopathic Studies in Halifax. Upon completion of the five year program, she earned her designation as an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner, D.O.M.P. Jacqueline’s treatment philosophy is rooted in a holistic approach, focusing on understanding each individual’s unique needs and providing personalized care. Both TCM and osteopathy share the principle of addressing the root cause of dysfunction, aiming to resolve the heart of the issue.

Well I finally bit the bullet and went and had acupuncture. I was scared to death having someone…read moreput all those needles in me. Booking my appointment for an issue with a nerve in the back of my leg that would be tweaking to the point where it felt like a tight piano string. I went in and she pulled out a series of needles and told me to take a deep breath. She was like lighting and I was her pin cushion. After she had all the needles in my she went back and ever so lightly turned the needles. While she was doing this the energy that was radiating towards that needle was incredible. This is something that I have placed into my regular routine for maintenance of this issue. I Stop Pain treats a wide variety of issues like weight gain, depression, energy. Quiet amazed by how good it felt to have this done. All this for $70 bucks.

When I am not feeling well, I always go for acupuncture at this clinic. Tom Tian is very…read moreknowledgeable and great at his job. He listens to you and before you know it you are on a path to feeling better. I have been using acupuncture as a healing therapy for a while and I feel that the treatments that I have received from Tom Tian have been invaluable to improving my health. I would highly recommend this clinic and Tom Tian.

I won't lie I was like many people a skeptic when it came to naturopaths and chiropractors. The…read morestaff at Pillars of Health have certainly changed my mind. I have been suffering with severe headaches and migraines for almost two years now. I've been for test after test, and tried many different medications. As a last resort I decided to follow a co-workers suggestion and try out a naturopath at Pillars of Health. I booked an appointment with Dr. Jennifer Salib Huber (who is also a dietitian), and immediately felt at ease. She asked me more questions than I think my family doctor has ever asked me, and then was able to determine a likely cause, and a treatment plan including dietary changes and visits to a chiropractor (not a pile of prescription meds!) In three days I had better results than I had had in the past two years, and the following week I went to see Dr. Denise Wright, the chiropractor in the office, who also helped me greatly but with no big whipping or snapping movements that I was scared of. She was also great when it came to putting me at ease, and always uses the gentlest method of adjustment possible. She also suggested I see a Registered Massage Therapist (Meghan L. Munro (Palmer), and all three combined have virtually gotten rid of my headaches. I know for someone without medical coverage this can be expensive but for those who are covered by an insurance plan I would highly recommend all of the staff at Pillars of Health. I also liked that they are trying to help me not have to come back. I know that my sound weird but sometimes I feel like (especially with private practitioners), they want you to keep coming so they keep getting paid, but here getting you better really is their #1 priority. They do direct bill to Blue Cross, and their clinic is very clean and welcoming.

I've been going for a few years now - Dr Deering is amazing and I recommend her every chance I get…read more I've had severe back issues for years and decided to try a Naturopath because in worse possible case it just wouldn't work. Well it did work! I'm off narcotics, reduced the other medications and feel terrific. She's helped me through back pain, lack of sleep, reduced energy levels, thyroid issues, and more. I can't say enough good things about their willingness to help and want you to feel better. My first visit was a head to toe overview of an hour to make sure we would focus on what was required. She's worked to make me feel better and is never trying to make me come more often than required.

Dr Qing has now moved to Bedford Hwy.... she is awesome and still part of my monthly wellness…read moreplan.... she is the real deal...very skilled knowledgeable very compassionate a healer ...

Disclosure - In the past, I volunteered for Qing as a…read morestudent. But she is so very good at this that I think she deserves a review. So I'm gonna write one. I had the very good fortune to observe with Qing as part of my studies in TCM. She is a warm, caring, and super knowledgeable Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She's been in practice for 30 years, she was trained in China, and you couldn't be in better hands for treatment in Halifax. I watched one case come into her clinic so crippled up with pain he could hardly walk. 3 treatments later - he DANCED out the door. I watched her treat all kinds of complaints with very good results. She has a wall full of pictures of babies that were born after the mothers saw her for fertility treatments. People love her. You will too. And she's very funny. Yep. 5 stars.

Nice and clean facility, friendly and professional .. They make you feel that you are in safe…read morehands.. Knowledgable and ready to listen. Relaxing and can't wait to see the results.. Would recommend it to all of my friends their prices are reasonable and have really interesting programs.

From the owner: We specialize in acupuncture, massage therapy, traditional chinese medicene, and nutritionread more

You are amazing at what you do and yes, it's true...the needles are painless and you have helped me…read moreso much. Plus, it's a great opportunity to relax in a calming environment. Thank-you for all your help.

In 2012 I was referred to Elizabeth Heffelfinger from a previous, but new to practice acupuncturist…read morefollowing an injury from which I suffered chronic pain. Elizabeth practices "Classical Five Element Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, exercise, dietary and life-style adjustments to bring about a healthy state". She has years of experience and although my experience with acupuncture is limited to three or four previous practitioners my experiences with her have always been rewarding. Her office is convenient located in The Regal Building on Cornwallis Street near the Halifax Commons. She has a beautiful office space on the third floor of the building. There's an open area greeting area with chairs for waiting or discussion in consultation near her desk, but a separate treatment room. I don't entirely understand the hows or whys behind acupuncture, but I can say it's been a valued part of my recovery and working with Elizabeth has been a blessing. If you are looking for an experienced professional for acupuncture I would strongly recommend Elizabeth's expertise.

Elizabeth's space is very relaxing and her services are exceptional.read more

Cole Harbour Place offers many different family activities all under one roof. It consists of a…read morefull-sized fitness centre, three indoor swimming pools (with lifeguards, waterslides and diving boards), and two skating rinks. The centre offers a wide range of recreational activities including sports, dance, yoga, pilates and much more. Cole Harbour Place is also very well known for its Annual Christmas Craft Market where hundreds of craft-makers and vendors set up booths to sell and promote their homemade goods.

I really, really, really hate gyms. I'm always going to hate gyms. That much is just a universal…read morefact that cannot be changed. I had a membership to Cole Harbour Place for a little over a year and I probably went regularly for about four months and then never again. Such is life. Still, as far as gyms go, I really did appreciate the CHP experience. The membership was crazy affordable as a result of a employee program, the staff on site are extremely friendly even at the ungodly hour of the morning when I'm essentially a crossbreed between a harpy and a mistreated rhinoceros, the range of equipment satisfies everything from 'getting ready for summer' to 'HULK SMASH! HULK MAKE MUSCLE! HULK EAT YOU FOR BREAKFAST!', and the number of machines on site were usually pretty good at handling the volume of people coming in. But of course, that's just the gym portion. There's also a hockey rink, a pool, a library, and a ridiculous amount of classes all held on site. So if you're a better person than I who can actually tolerate indoor exercise, Cole Harbour Place has got you covered for pretty much whatever you're into. Jut watch out for Hulk. He gets carried away.

Stephen Godin is a fantastic chiropractor! Since my first visit on Thursday, November 21, 2029 I…read morefeel like a whole new person. He adjusted my lower back and neck and I sleep sooooo much better now!! I wake up in the morning to very little pain compared to a good deal of pain and stiffness He explained in detail what I should expect and what he can and cannot do for me. He recommended stretches and exercises that would help in my mobility and range of motion. I see him today for my first follow up and I cannot wait. Both receptionists are very professional and personable. They made great first impressions. If you have extended healthcare benefits please take advantage of them. My plan covered 90% of the cost and it was beyond worth it. What other medical care can you receive and just after one treatment feel like a much younger person. I am 50 year old man and now I feel like 30 again. Thanks times 100 Stephen Godin!!!.

I spent four months coming here at least three times a week to get my back worked on, so I'm fairly…read moreintimate with the place. It's nothing to sneeze at. Tucked away off Cole Harbour Road, this little place houses a chiropractor's office and a massage therapy room. The small waiting room at the front provides ergonomically supported chairs and plenty of information on bone and spinal health. Your bones are your infrastructure! But for as simple as the place it, it has just what you need. Chiropractic medicine is not for everyone. You have to be comfortable having your bones pushed and prodded and cracked back into place. The registered chiropractor there is very gentle, and does a great job of answering all of your questions and alleviating any concerns you might have about lying down on a table that's going to slide around and pop your spine into place. Plus, she's going to encourage exercises and stretches you can do to help keep your core strong and straighten your back. She can plan a regimen that will help maximize your mobility and minimize your pain. If you're like me and your problem is beyond skeletal and encompasses your musculature, you might need some muscle manipulation to work out the kinks. Luckily, the massage therapy room in the back is there to welcome you to your next phase of healing. A comfortable massage table, soothing music, and capable hands are going to work your muscles into submission. Their prices are comparable to other spots, and they can do direct billing if your insurance is set up that way. A move and a depleted insurance made me stop going there a couple of years ago. However, now that I'm back in the neighbourhood, I'll likely be going back for a helpful crack now and again.

Today I went on a recommendation from a friend to the Massage Addict. This is not my regular…read morelocation to go but I thought I would give it a chance. Walking in I was greeted by a friendly woman, rude of me not to get her name but she was very helpful. Massage Addict is actually a membership based massage therapy location which long story short means $50 for a 1 hours massage. Yes you have to sign up for 12 months but you can leave at any point.. This location is actually pretty new. Nice decorated with a vibrant green wall when you first walk in which is very eye catching. Nice white leather coach to relax while waiting. Micheal actually gave me my massage and he was very good, very strong I did not know weather to cry or hug him. But the most important thing my back feels 100% better and this was my first one. I have already booked for March and I can not wait. Oh yeah they are starting the week of Feb 21 with Esthetics's services as well and the prices are very reasonable. Some of the services that they offer are Beyond Brazilian I can just imagine but other then waxing they will do Facial care as well as Nails. I will post a picture tomorrow for you..

Only this year did I discover that I have $500 on my medical plan at work for things like massages,…read morechiro, etc. This benefit extends to my spouse as well. Having felt quite frustrated with my insurance company as of late and getting more so as the months go on, I decided this was a nice way to relax and also "avenge" myself by ensuring that we are sucking every last dollar out that we're entitled to on our plan. I haven't had a lot of experience with getting massages (none in fact) but as a business these guys are solid. Friendly front desk staff, and the therapists are professional and friendly. I always walk out of there feeling a little more relaxed and a little less tense. The introductory rate can't be beat and the monthly membership is definitely a savings. And as with all benefits I put it on my credit card for the points and then have my insurance company reimburse :) #winning