Please join our team and sponsor us to raise money for Ovarian Cancer Research. Comox Valley Acupuncture will be walking in the Winners Walk of Hope Sept.11th. Go to www.winnerswalkofhope.ca and donate to the Comox Valley Acupuncture team.

 We are also offering acupuncture by donation on Saturday September 11th with all proceeds being donated to the Winners Walk of Hope and Ovarian Cancer Research. Please join us, bring your friends. Come get healthy for a good cause!!!

POSTED August 20th, 2010 By Michelle Hughes

I am very happy to announce that Melanie Csotonyi Registered Practioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine is being trained in Cosmetic Acupuncture in Los Angeles this week.

I was lucky to have taken this course over four years ago in Seattle and I have had great results with implementing the Mei Zen style of Cosmetic Acupuncture into my practice.  Mei Zen means Beautiful Person and the reason that I like this system over some of the other Cosmetic Acupuncture treatments available is that it addresses all aspects of a persons health. Mei Zen acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine principles with a full consultation done prior to treatment. Diet, lifestyle and herbal suggestions are made to complement the acupuncture treatments.

 Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture helps to reduce wrinkles, firm the skin and jawline, improve skin complexion and help you look and feel younger. Many people also experience changes such as improved digestion, reduction in stress, increased energy and improved sleep.

 For more information on Cosmetic Acupuncture please go to our website page at www.comoxvalleyacupuncture.com/acupuncture.html or join us on Monday June 14 from 6-7:30 for a free talk on the benefits of Cosmetic Acupuncture.

POSTED May 19th, 2010 By Michelle Hughes

 Comox Valley Acupuncture will be participating in the Bellies Birth and Baby Fair in Courtenay at the Filberg Centre on Saturday May 29 from 10-4pm. Come join us to learn more about acupuncture during pregnancy and birth preparation, receive our Baby Fair specials and watch the free Acupressure  for labour demonstration at 10:00am

POSTED May 11th, 2010 By Michelle Hughes

Meditation Designed Just for you.

Meditation can be such a personal journey. There are many different styles all leading to the same result; a calmer mind, body and soul.

Connecting with self through quiet, whether through a walk, focus on breath, connecting with the earth and/or releasing emotions which arise can be tremendously healing.

At Comox Valley Acupuncture we work with you to create a personal practice which can enhance your life and give you much needed relaxation. Learning skills which can help you deal with daily stresses and support you in a life long journey of health.

To find out more about personalized meditation please contact our counsellor Jennie Bridgman RPC (c).

POSTED February 8th, 2010 By Michelle Hughes

I am ecxited about the Acupressure course that I am teaching on February 10th at the new Podlings Resource Centre on Cliffe Ave. in Courtenay form 6:30-8:00pm. Cost is $30 per couple and please RSVP through Comox Valley Acupuncture at 250-334-3630.

This course is valuable for both the women and her partner  to help prepare the body for childbirth, help with pain relief during labour and allow the baby to get into optimum position for birth. Acupressure is very relaxing for most women and men love to know that they are being helpful during childbirth.

POSTED January 28th, 2010 By Michelle Hughes

Creating in the New Year
With the New Year approaching there is often a lot of talk about resolutions, goals and creating new intention about what you would like to achieve.
Setting goals is a great way to creating the life that you envision for yourself. Many times the goals are similar to goals set the year before. Working with the energy and intention of the New Year is a beautiful place to start. Noticing thoughts which are blocking you from achieving these goals and changing them can also be an important step.
Some steps to guide you in your process;
Sit down in a quiet space with time set aside specifically to create your list is the first step. (make sure you have turned off the phone and any distractions)
Brainstorm about all of the possibilities, free write for five minutes or more on whatever comes to mind. Include all categories you can think of; where you would like to live, what the atmosphere of your home is like, how will you feel next year, what is the quality of your relationships, what would be the ideal career situation, how much money would you like to make, what does your health look like? How is your energy? Your spiritual practice? Your social interactions? Your fun, your adventure, your quiet time.
When you are finished this step, take out a second piece of paper and sit back for a few minutes reflecting on what you have written.
Imagine yourself enjoying your improved health, atmosphere, relationships etc.
Take a few minutes or more to notice the thoughts which come to mind, as you read over and feel your goals and inspirations.
Write down those thoughts, negative or positive. Just notice them and write them down.
When you have finished this step, put a star beside any doubting thoughts and an exclamation point beside the positive ones. Then turn the negative ones into positive affirmations.
Example; “That would be impossible” becomes “Anything is possible!”
Now go back to your brainstorm sheet, rewriting your goals in a list. As you write down each goal take a moment to really feel and imagine what it would be like to achieve that goal. Add your positive affirmations around the border of the list.
For this year keep the list handy, perhaps beside your bed, on the fridge, or on the wall in your room. Add to it, change it, cross things off, keeping it as a work in progress. When you read your list this coming year, notice the positive affirmations and say them aloud.
Good Luck and have a inspiring 2010!
This article was written by Jennie Bridgman Registered Professional Counsellor(c)
Jennie offers one on one goal setting sessions if you need help with setting your intention for the New year.

POSTED December 30th, 2009 By Michelle Hughes

Jennie Bridgman will be offering HypnoBirthing Classes
starting Wednesday nights January 6th at 6pm. The classes will be held each Wednesday night for a series of 5 weeks, last class will be February 3rd.

Classes will be held at Comox Valley Acupuncture, classes will be small and registration will close Dec 30th, 2009.

Upon deposit and registration expectant parents will receive a text book and cd which they are encourage to begin reviewing prior to class start date.

” How we give birth matters! What our babies experience shapes who they are. What a mother experiences at the very transition from maiden to mother changes her. Gentle, natural birth unlocks something primal at our very core that makes mothering easier [and] makes families stronger… If parents would only realize that every single decision they make from conception onward influences the outcome of their birth, they could reclaim what they didn’t even know was lost.” KIM WILDNER, Mothers Intention

Jennie Bridgman – HypnoBirthing Practitioner and Professional Counsellor

POSTED November 8th, 2009 By Michelle Hughes

Jennie Bridgman is happy to announce classes in HypnoBirthing starting mid-November at Comox Valley Acupuncture.

HypnoBirthing is a prenatal class which enables you to release any tension and fear which may interfere with the birthing process.  You will learn relaxation and discover your body’s innate ability to give birth naturally, and comfortably.  Encouraging a peaceful entry into the world for your baby.

* Confidentally look forward to your birth

* Learn to relax deeply during the birthing process

*  Bring your child into a calm and peaceful space

*  Release any fears or negative messages you may be holding about birth

There are many advantages to the HypnoBirthing classes here at Comox Valley Acupuncture.  Together with your birthing partner you will learn visualization techniques, deep breathing and deep relaxation skills which will aid you in bringing your child into the world.  Your partner will learn gentle support skills to help guide your process.  The classes are small (private classes are available), relaxing and a great place to ask questions.  You will recieve both a HypnoBirthing book and a relaxation CD upon registration.

To register or find out about the upcoming schedule please phone the clinic ; 250 334 3630

Jennie Bridgman

Comox Valley Acupuncture

Where life Begins!

POSTED October 27th, 2009 By Michelle Hughes

Join us for our acupressure for birth seminar on November 17 from 6:30-8:00pm at the clinic.

Dr. Michelle Hughes will lead this course which allows couples to learn natural pain relief techniques for childbirth to promote a natural labour and partner involvement.
This course is a hands on interactive course, a manual is provided for easy acupoint location and reference. This is a safe way for the partner to offer support and pain relief during labour.

There will also be information on Hypno Birthing from Jennie Bridgman and Clare Blanchflower will talk about Maya Abdominal Massage for pregnancy and childbirth.

Please RSVP by November 13th at 250-334-3630.

POSTED October 21st, 2009 By Michelle Hughes

Jennie has just returned from her Hypno Birthing training in California. We are all very excited that Jennie will soon be offering Hypno Birthing classes at the clinic. Keep checking our blog to find out more information on Hypno Birthing and when these classes will be starting.

POSTED October 21st, 2009 By Michelle Hughes