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Jessica Brown Acupuncture

Jessica is a Registered Acupuncturist in Kitimat, BC where she practices out of her home based clinic.

She is passionate about helping those achieve their optimal health through TCM therapies; acupuncture, cupping, guasha, moxa + dietary/lifestyle advice.

08/19/2026

🌿 Meet Dr. Carmen Carpenter - Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor 🌿

We’re so excited to introduce Dr. Carmen Carpenter, a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine based in Victoria, BC, with a special focus on fertility, pregnancy, and women’s health. 🤍

Carmen offers personalized Chinese herbal medicine consultations virtually by video call, supporting women through the different stages of their hormonal and reproductive journey. And as if she isn’t busy enough, Carmen is also currently in midwifery school, bringing an even deeper perspective to her work with fertility, pregnancy, and women’s health. 🌿

✨ How we work together:

Because Carmen is based in Victoria and isn’t able to see patients in person here, her herbal consultations are done virtually by video call. We work collaboratively to make sure your care is connected - combining acupuncture and TCM treatments in the clinic with Carmen’s individualized Chinese herbal medicine support.

Between Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy, and Menopause Coaching, we’re building a space where women can feel supported, informed, and heard through every stage of life.

🌿 Want to learn more about Carmen?

Check her out at Goji Wellness Clinic

🌐Website: https://www.gojiwellness.ca
📧 Email: [email protected]
📅 Book an online consultation: https://gojiwellness.janeapp.com/ #/discipline/3/treatment/6

08/18/2026

🌿 What Are Chinese Herbs? 🌿

When people hear the words Chinese herbal medicine, they often picture mysterious powders or unfamiliar ingredients. But in reality, it's simply another branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)-just like acupuncture.

Think of it this way:

🪡 Acupuncture helps regulate your body's systems, improve circulation, calm the nervous system, and encourage your body's natural healing response.

🌿 Chinese herbs continue that support between treatments by nourishing, strengthening, clearing, or moving what your body needs from the inside out.

Chinese herbal medicine doesn't replace conventional medicine or the supplements that many people benefit from. Instead, it's another way to support your health. While vitamins and supplements often focus on providing specific nutrients, Chinese herbal formulas are carefully crafted using combinations of herbs that work together to address your unique pattern of imbalance-not just a single symptom.

Chinese herbs may help support:
✨ Stress & anxiety
✨ Sleep
✨ Digestion
✨ Hormone balance
✨ Perimenopause & menopause
✨ Fertility
✨ Pain & inflammation
✨ Immune health
✨ Energy & recovery

Every formula is selected based on your individual TCM diagnosis. Two people with headaches, digestive issues, or fatigue may receive completely different herbal formulas because the underlying pattern is different.

I often think of acupuncture, nutrition, lifestyle and herbal medicine as different pieces of the same puzzle.

If you're already working on things like:

🥗 Eating a nutrient-dense, whole foods diet
🏃‍♀️ Moving your body regularly
🧘‍♀️ Managing stress through meditation, yoga, qi gong
🪡Getting Acupuncture

…but you're still feeling like you're not quite getting the results you'd hoped for, Chinese herbal medicine may be another tool to consider. Acupuncture supports your body during your treatment, while herbs can provide ongoing support between appointments.

If you've ever been curious about Chinese herbal medicine, Stay tuned for the next practitioner announcement!🌿💚

08/11/2026

🌸 Meet Our Menopause Doula + Coaching Specialist! 🌸

Today I'm introducing someone a little extra special to me…

Meet Nanci Warren- our Menopause Doula + Coaching Specialist and the woman behind Menomorphosis 🦋

She supports women through perimenopause, menopause, and all the changes that come with this stage of life - offering education, guidance, encouragement, and a whole lot of "you're not crazy, this is actually a thing!" Her approach is all about helping women understand what is happening in their bodies, feel more confident navigating the changes, and find practical ways to feel like themselves again!

And now for the fun part…

Yes, she's my mom. ❤️

Which means I've basically been hearing about women's health, hormones, and menopause at the dinner table long before it was part of my professional life. 😂

I'm pretty excited that our professional worlds have now come together, and that we can offer women a more comprehensive approach to navigating this important stage of life

Please join me in welcoming my mom, Nanci, to the clinic!

Reach out to Nanci directly through her website, email or phone for more information or to book a free 15 minute discovery call!

Offering in person appointments at the clinic (evening spots available!)

🌐www.beginmymenomorphosis.com
📱604 992 7446 (text/call)
📧[email protected]

08/07/2026

🌸Menopause🌸

Your Second Spring in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), menopause isn't viewed as something to "fight" or simply endure. Instead, it's known as your Second Spring - a natural transition into a new season of life.

Just as spring brings transformation, menopause is a time of profound change. Your body is shifting, your hormones are evolving, and your needs are different than they were in your 20s or 30s. Rather than seeing these changes as a sign that something is wrong, TCM encourages us to support the body through this transition with nourishment, balance, and care.

Symptoms such as:
✨ Hot flashes & night sweats
✨ Poor sleep
✨ Anxiety or irritability
✨ Brain fog
✨ Fatigue
✨ Joint aches
✨ Vaginal dryness
✨ Irregular or heavy periods during perimenopause
..are all signs that your body may need additional support -not symptoms that you simply have to "live with it."

Acupuncture works by helping regulate the nervous system, improving circulation, calming the mind, and supporting your body's natural ability to find balance. Treatment is always tailored to your unique pattern, because no two women experience menopause the same way.

This stage of life can be an opportunity to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and thrive- not just survive.

Your Second Spring isn't the end of something beautiful-it's the beginning of a new chapter.

🌿 If you're navigating perimenopause or menopause and looking for natural support, stay tuned for our new practitioner announcement!

08/05/2026

Meet Janelle – Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist

We're so excited to welcome Janelle Vandermeer, MPT, BKin, from Mountain Coast Physiotherapy in Prince Rupert to the clinic!

Janelle is a compassionate and knowledgeable physiotherapist with advanced training in pelvic floor rehabilitation. She is passionate about helping people move with confidence and improve their quality of life through personalized, evidence-based care.

She works with clients experiencing bladder and bowel concerns, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, painful in*******se, pregnancy and postpartum recovery, core dysfunction, and return-to-exercise concerns. Whether you're navigating pregnancy, recovering after birth, preparing for surgery, or simply wanting to feel more comfortable in your body, Janelle provides a safe, supportive space where you'll feel heard and empowered.

Janelle believes that movement is a powerful part of healing. Every treatment is tailored to your individual goals and may include education, hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercise, and practical strategies to help you regain strength, function, and confidence.

We are thrilled to have Janelle coming all the way to Kitimat monthly to offer pelvic floor physiotherapy, creating even more comprehensive care for our community.

Please reach out to Janelle directly to book in!

🗓️SEPTEMBER 21 - BOOKED
🗓️SEPTEMBER 22- Spaces available!

📧 [email protected]
🌐https://www.mountaincoastphysiotherapy.ca

08/04/2026

✨ Something exciting is coming to the clinic... ✨

I've been dreaming about creating a space where you can access even more support for your health all under one roof.
Over the next little while, I'll be introducing some incredible practitioners who share the same philosophy of holistic care. Think women's health, hormones, healing, movement, and feeling supported through every stage of life.

I can't wait to share more with you! Stay tuned for some exciting announcements this week.....

05/28/2026

NEW SERVICE OFFERING !🙌‼️

What is Community Acupuncture?

It is simply how it sounds! Instead of an Acupuncture treatment in a one on one private setting, you’ll be relaxing in a zero gravity chair in a shared, quiet, peaceful space with typically 4-5 others. Come with loose fitting clothing or so that the Acupuncture points from elbows to hands and knees to feet, with the use of auricular (ear) or scalp points can be easily accessed! By treating multiple people at once, we are able to offer a more affordable and accessible treatment making it easier for you to get the frequent care you need to feel your best. 😊

Spots are limited, so please reserve your spot: madelinejoelleacupuncture.janeapp.com
604-619-9774 or [email protected]

Forms of payment accepted: Cash or e transfer. No direct billing, but happily able to provide an email copy of your receipt for you to submit to your insurer.

Time and location: 562 Mountainview Square, Kitimat B.C.
6-7 pm & 7-8pm on June 4th and June 17th!

We look forward to seeing you then!

05/27/2026

Highly recommend! Delicious, healthy and fresh! Great for those busy nights.

05/14/2026

Schedule is open up until September ☀️ 🪴

04/19/2026

Openings for tomorrow
Monday April 20: 9am or 2pm

Address

92 Plover Street
Kitimat, BC
V8C1L9

Telephone

+16049167446

Website

http://www.jessicabrownacupuncture.com/

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