ACUDETOX-is used in the treatment of addictions, mental health and emotional trauma. It is a form of acupuncture that is performed by placing five thin, sterile, single-use needles in your ears (auricular acupuncture) and are left in place for about 45 minutes. The NADA protocol is used to decrease withdrawal, shorten the withdrawal process, prevent anxiety which can lead to relapse, improves the quality of sleep, stabilises emotions, and helps to re-establish internal balance. We integrate NADA-style treatment with other Western behavioural health modalities. I am associated occupationally with a wide variety of healthcare settings. These include addiction treatment programs, mental health facilities, active-duty military and veterans healthcare programs, harm reduction, support groups, addiction recovery and similar outreach projects.  Some addictions treated are: Food, Nicotine, Alcohol, Gambling, Technology, Work, Sex, Opioids, Cocaine, Methamphetamine and other substances. Acudetox is also beneficial in the treatment of Stress and PTSD.  Certified and insured- Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist, National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) # 13773

5 Points used include:
Sympathetic
Body Level-Balances sympathetic nervous system, has a strong analgesic and relaxant effect upon internal organs and dilates blood vessels
Mind Level- Reduces epinephrine/ norepinephrine levels of relaxation
Spirit Level- Calms the spirit, provides for serenity (yin time)
Shen Men
Body Level- Alleviates pain, tension, excessive sensitivity, reduces hypertension
Mind Level- Calms the mind and relieves anxiety, depression, insomnia and restlessness
Spirit Level- Opens connection to spirit (opens one's heart); ability to love self and others
Kidney
Body Level- Stimulates physiologic and hormonal function
Mind Level- Influences mental state and happiness, relieves fear
Spirit Level- Reminds client of his or her will and intention to overcome the addictions, allows client to hear the positive
Liver
Body Level- Stimulates physiologic and hormonal function, Relieves muscle cramps
Mind Level- Aids in clear thinking and decision making, relieves frustration, depression and anger
Spirit Level- Helps client connect with the internal self and find direction in life
Lung 
Body Level- Lung is an important organ for detoxification, regulates pores
Mind Level- Aids in regulation grief and sadness,improves sense of connection and self respect and integrity
​Spirit Level- Reminds client of connection with heaven, provides inspiration

THERAPEUTIC TOUCH- is a modern interpretation of ancient healing practices. It is an energy field therapy in which the practitioner uses her hands to facilitate a healing process. We believe that in a state of health, the energy is flowing freely
through us in an orderly and balanced way. With illness or injury, the flow of energy is disturbed, it may be described as obstructed, disordered, or depleted. The intent is to restore the integrity of the field and move it toward healing and wholeness. Therapeutic Touch is used in private practice, hospitals, cancer clinics, hospices, palliative care units, pain clinics, long term care facilities, rehab facilities, and surgical wards. Research and clinical experience have shown effectiveness in promoting relaxation, reducing anxiety & stress, managing pain, improving sleep, and facilitating the body's natural healing process. It is effective in the fields of labour and delivery, neonatal care, addictions, mental health, PTSD, palliative care, MS, strokes, shingles, trauma, cancer care and dementia.
Certified and Insured- Governed by the Therapeutic Touch Network of Ontario  (TTNO) #9386

COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY
Supportive Counselling and Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) are types of therapy that helps clients understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviours. It is commonly used to treat a wide range of disorders, including phobias, addictions, depression, and anxiety. Therapy is focused on helping clients deal with a very specific problem. During the course of treatment, people learn how to identify and change destructive or disturbing thought patterns that have a negative influence on behaviour and emotions.  Certified and insured- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practitioner, Certificate #UC-B7AQ4LN5

MINDFULNESS
is a mind-body approach to life that helps us to relate to our experiences with more accuracy and clarity. Mindfulness involves being acutely aware of our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It means being present in each moment and paying close attention to what is happening in the present, instead of focusing on past events or future predictions.       
Certified and insured- Mindfulness Master Practitioner, Certificate #UC-WONIK3Q1

NEURO-LINGUISTIC PROGRAMMING
Is a method of influencing brain behaviour (the "neuro" part of the phrase) through the use of language (the "linguistic" part) and other types of communication to enable a person to "recode" the way the brain responds to stimuli (that's the "programming") and manifest new and better behaviours. Neuro-Linguistic Programming can incorporate hypnosis and  to help achieve the change (or "programming") that is wanted. Certified and insured- Master Practitioner,         Certificate # UC-YAZZHV5N