In TCM, the lungs are a “tender organ”, kinda like Goldilocks ;) They prefer moderate conditions that are not too dry or moist and not too hot or cold. They are vulnerable to “external pathogens” such as viruses, bacteria, mold, …
As we fast approach a seasonal change (farewell summer…sniff…), we will need to get creative to ensure that you continue to be comfortable AND safe during your acu-naps and that we do not create an overwhelming amount of laundry…. Here …
Nappers! We are OPEN our regular hours Saturday + Sunday 10am – 3pm and yes, on Labour Day, Monday Sept. 7th! Veronica will be poking Monday from 10am – 2pm, so book your pre-back-to-school acunaps Have a relaxing and SAFE …
As cases of COVID-19 in BC and specifically Vancouver Island continue to rise, we are implementing additional measures to ensure we step-up our screening measures. It will make the process in the clinic lobby quicker, more efficient and hopefully, safer. …
We dedicate September’s digital care package to all of our students, parents and most importantly, our teachers who are about to embark upon uncharted waters in terms of how to educate effectively AND safely during this pandemic. The name of …
I initially struggled writing this post because I’m a pretty private person, and social media is well, weird, but then I ran into a client out in the world and was delighted to see their face and smile, and then …
First and foremost, we’d like to thank all of our clients thus far for their accountability to the much needed acupuncture appointments you have been booking. We are delighted that you are both practicing self-care and supporting our small business …
Reiterating our cancellation policies in preparation for the start of the school year Read more »
Nappers! We are CLOSED Monday Aug. 3rd, for BC Day! But still plenty of timeslots available this weekend: > SATURDAY Aug. 1st, 10am – 3pm with Susan > SUNDAY Aug. 2nd, 10am – 3pm with Veronica Just a reminder that …
Here is another lovingly curated selection of music, films, poetry, resources and recipes to keep you grounded, nourished, physically+emotionally safe and engaged with what is happening in the world near and far. May this care package take you through the …
The time has come and we will be expanding our hourly capacity to 4 timeslots per hour! Appointments (3 timeslots per hour) will be available up until Sunday August 2nd. Then there will be a break in appointment availability so …
Expanding our Community Acupuncture hours in August! Read more »
Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.” — Arundhati Roy Table Of Contents Dearest Heart & Hands Community; current and future BCST enthusiastsBefore you make an appointmentOn …
Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy Reopening July 27th! Read more »
Love has something to do with the notion of being seen — the opposite of invisibility. The invisible, the unwitnessed, the unacknowledged, the isolated, the lonely — these are the unloved. Loving attention illuminates the unseen, escorting them from the …
Since reopening late May, we have been encountering an increased number of no shows on a weekly basis. Due to COVID, we have had to decrease our hourly capacity to maintain social distancing, so when clients do not show for …
Reminder of our cancellation policies & client accountability Read more »
We are running our regular hours Wednesday July 1st: > Veronica poking 10am – 2pm > Christina poking 3 – 7pm If you are hoping to come in for an acupuncture session that day, we suggest you book in advance …
We are open for regular hours on July 1st AKA Canada Day Read more »
As we continue to navigate this new pandemic world, we would like to provide you another offering that will keep your eyes awake, ears to the ground and heart open. We hope this package can provide you tools necessary to …
For those who have been on my table this will be a familiar exercise. Inviting the whole body to settle is one of the ways I support your transition from a busy day into a craniosacral therapy session. This 53 …
“Whole Body Settling”: a guided body awareness exercise Read more »
It’s a hard time. We need each other more than ever. That’s why we have come together to create Wet Coast Mutual Aid Kits (MAKs)—wellness support for those most impacted by the pandemic. Lovingly and ethically prepared for Indigenous families …
It is necessary at this time for us to change our sliding scale to $35-55 per treatment. This is a difficult decision but it is our best shot for Heart & Hands to survive through this global pandemic and be …
Adjustments to our sliding scale due to COVID-19 restrictions Read more »
We heard the updates announced by Premier John Horgan and H&H is in the process of determining a safe and measured approach to reopening, including trying to acquire the supplies and PPEs we require. We are also awaiting further instructions …
When my partner and I started thinking about having kids I was worried it might be a challenge for us. I had had irregular cycles for years and often skipped ovulation. I started coming to Heart & Hands for help …
We still remain closed until further notice and it appears Digital Care Package #1 was quite a hit, so we have thoughtfully curated a 2nd edition for you all :) We hope this package containing poetry, music, film, resources for …
Acu-naps at Heart & Hands are a both a space of respite and an important aspect of healing for me – helping me so much on my path to to help others, to work with my hands and body at …
by Danusha Laméris I’ve been thinking about the way, when you walk down a crowded aisle, people pull in their legs to let you by. Or how strangers still say “bless you” when someone sneezes, a leftover from the Bubonic …
