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I grew up in Beijing, China, and it was my childhood dream to be a Chinese doctor. With education and life experience, I believe more and more that our bodies are the best tool for healing. Traditional Chinese Medicine provides us with great intervention methods to achieve a balanced and healthier body, and a long, happy life – in a natural way! I appreciate the opportunity to work with you.

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Gigi Vincentine has been in private practice, serving Victoria families, for over 15 yrs. Her interests are in Internal Medicine, Chronic Pain, Sports Medicine, Mental/ Emotional Wellness, Addiction, Pregnancy, Pediatrics, and everything in between! Self Empowerment and Leadership are key aspects of her practice. And…She loves teaching! She loves students! It’s a perfect combination. Living and teaching in Taiwan for 4 1/2 years, she was able to experience Chinese Medicine as a way of life. Taoism, Yoga and Meditation fuel her soul. She looks forward to meeting you.

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Dr. Zhang completed a Bachelor of Medicine degree (specializing in acupuncture and moxibustion), a Master of Medicine degree (specializing in integrating TCM and modern medicine) and a PhD in Internal Medicine of TCM at the Chengdu University of TCM, Sichuan Province, China. Dr. Zhang has extensive experience in teaching, research and clinical practice in the field of Internal Medicine, Gerontology and Rehabilitation as well as the integration of TCM and Western Medicine. From 1999 until 2008, Dr. Zhang worked as a TCM doctor, acupuncturist and teacher at the First Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University of TCM.

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Elham Ansari is a teacher and practitioner of Ayurveda and Holistic Nutrition as well as a healer and social entrepreneur. Her passion is empowering people through education and taking the mystery out of health by integrating indigenous wisdom with conventional knowledge. Elham is known for her fun and inspiring approach as a teacher and healer.

She teaches Ayurveda and food therapeutics at Pacific Rim College, in Victoria, BC, where she was the former dean of the program. She is also a clinic supervisor in the Holistic Nutrition Student Clinic at the college and maintains a private clinical practice at Awakening Wellness Centre, in Victoria, which she managed and directed for four years. Elham teaches Ayurveda at several institutions including Ajna Yoga College.

Elham studied Ayurveda in New Mexico and India at the Ayurvedic Institute with her teacher Dr. Vasant Lad. She has also extensively studied Chinese Medicine, Ayurvedic Yoga, and has a degree in Art and Design from Emily Carr University. Elham has also received Honorary Board Certification in Holistic Nutrition from the National Association of Nutritionists Practitioners for her work on their Credentialing Board.

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Dylan enrolled in Pacific Rim College in 2016 and has spent the past 7 years studying Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory, Herbalism, Ayurveda, and Holistic Nutrition.

She weaves these modalities into her practical approach. Focusing on the unique constitution of each individual, and tailoring her nutritional and lifestyle advice in accordance with each body’s constitution, season of life, personal dietary preferences, and health goals.

Dylan would like to acknowledge the lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ nations; on whose land she lives, studies, and practices her trade.

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Rory Knapp-Fisher is a student of movement and the human body. He has been actively training in martial arts for over 20 years and completed his BA in Anthropology at Malaspina University (now VIU) with a focus on traditional medicines. These two fields of interest combined in 2008 when Rory went to China on a language study exchange at the Shanghai University of TCM and in 2009 he enrolled at Pacific Rim College. In 2013 he completed his Diploma of Acupuncture and began his professional practice. Finding that he had a particular knack for injuries, pain and mobility issues he began to direct his practice and advanced training towards Sports Acupuncture techniques. In the summer of 2015 he synthesized his various interests and opened Jin Therapeutics Sports Acupuncture in downtown Victoria. Rory believes that movement is a profound medicine and loves using acupuncture and tui na to enhance his clients’ quality of life. When not in clinic or teaching, Rory can be found walking around Victoria, climbing trees, practicing his martial arts or reading in a coffee shop.

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Jillian has been studying Herbal Medicine and nutrition since 2016. She holds a deeply spiritual & holistic understanding of wellness and bio-energetics with a gift for intuitively offering insight into others’ ailments whether emotional, physiological, mental, or spiritual.

With a skill for meeting each individual where he or she is at on their journey, she always strives to come from a non-judgemental perspective, backed by a passion for traditional wisdom that is trauma informed.

Jillian hopes each visit will help guide you towards improving your quality of life whether symptomatically or long term.

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Ashton is a phytotherapy student in her final semester of studies, and mental health advocate with a deep passion for the natural world and the connections it fosters between people. She studied environmental management and has both permaculture and ecosystem restoration diplomas.

Ashton’s practise focuses on blending Western and traditional medicines, operating at their intersection, with a particular interest in the human microbiome. She hopes to create and hold space for all those who need it, and teaches self advocacy in the medical system. Ashton focuses on using a trauma-informed approach and non-violent communication with her patients, advocating for low barrier, judgement free, holistic medical care.

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Hi, my name is Danica and I am a student herbalist with a passion for helping others achieve optimal health and well being. I have a particular interest in using herbal remedies to support hormone health and balance in both men and women.

During my diploma training, I have gained knowledge and experience in creating customized herbal formulations and treatment plans to help patients with issues such as PMS, menstrual cramps, menopause, low testosterone, infertility and MORE. I take a nuanced holistic approach to hormone health and aim to get to the root cause of imbalances.

I am passionate about empowering patients to take charge of their health using herbs and lifestyle adjustments. I look forward to working with you and developing effective herbal protocols to restore your vitality! Book your consultation with me today to learn how herbal medicine can improve your overall health.

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Krista is a Medical Herbalist in private practice in Victoria, BC balancing her private practice as a faculty member at Pacific Rim College, teaching courses in herbal medicine and medicine making, along with supervising clinical training. Krista is passionate about medicine making and has a full dispensary created 95% from herbs she has grown or from tinctures she has made herself from either percolations or macerations. Ethical wild-harvesting, cultivation, and developing those intimate relationships with plants fuels her spirit and her practice.

Krista has focused her continuing education within hormonal health with herbal mentors such as Aviva Romm, as well as Fertility Symposiums and Women’s Health conferences. Krista has spoken at the Kootenay Herb Conference in 2016 & 2018, with Colleen Emery’s Mentorship Program in Winlaw, the Herb Gathering on Vancouver Island in 2017, American Herbalist Guild in 2019, offered a combined practitioner intensive workshop with Bev Maya in the Winter of 2018 & 2019 at Pacific Rim College and will be speaking at the Canadian Herb Conference in 2020. Krista continues to offer through Pacific Rim College Online a three part online course on Menstrual Cycle Tracking and Herbal Medicine for the general public and for practitioners.

Krista maintains a professional membership with the British Columbia Herbalist’s Association (BCHA) and is actively involved with this organization as a member of the Board of Directors. She is also actively involved in the People’s Apothecary, a community Herbal Medicine garden located in Quadra Village.

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Alexis graduated from Pacific Rim College in April 2014 with the highest of honours (summa cum laude) and as class valedictorian. Having been raised in a very health conscious and nature loving family, using natural remedies for health concerns has always been second nature for her. She first started down a career path in natural health in 2008, when she attended Mount Royal University and received her certification in Aromatherapy. This soon blossomed into an interest in addressing health concerns internally as well as externally, and a passion for plant medicine in general to help facilitate the healing process – supporting the body, mind, and spirit. In addition to her Diploma of Phytotherapy and her Certificate in Aromatherapy, Alexis also holds training in both Lomi Lomi and CranioSacral Therapy. She is a professional member of the British Columbia Herbalist’s Association, and has her own practice as a Medical Herbalist in Victoria, BC. Alexis joined the Dispensary team at Pacific Rim College in 2014 and the faculty in 2016. She loves being a part of the PRC community.

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Emma is a Registered Acupuncturist who aims to get patients out of their heads and into their bodies. She has seen in others, as well as herself, the amazing changes that can take place as the result of intuitive touch and a few needles, placed just so. After graduating with honours from Pacific Rim College in 2014, Emma honed her skills in a community acupuncture setting, where she had the privilege of giving over 12,000 treatments. In addition to acupuncture, she is a practitioner of Kruger Omni Healing, a gentle, hands-on holistic therapy that stimulates a healing response from the nervous system. When she’s not at Pacific Rim College, you can find Emma helping patients to zen out at Diversified Health Clinic and at her own practice, Barefoot Healing.

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Dr. Jin Tripp is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner with 11 years of training in Western and Traditional Medicine areas and 30 years’ experience working in Canada and China. After graduation from Jin Zhou Medical University (China), Dr. Tripp worked and taught in China for over 20 years. During that time, she became a chief physician, and this gave her extensive medical experience. While in Canada, Dr. Tripp upgraded her skills by studying Traditional Chinese Medicine in English, and earned the TCMP registration in BC. Her TCM clinic, Jin Tripp Health Service, has been open in Victoria in 2006. She has also worked as an instructor and clinic supervisor in TCM colleges since 2008.

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Hello everyone, my name is David Santana. I came to the path of medicine, as many do, through the search for my own healing that would allow me to recover from an arm injury and enable me to continue my career as a professional guitarist. Music has always been my passion and devotion, having studied a bachelor in music and having played guitar around the world on cruise ships. Towards the end of my studies in Chinese medicine, and to my amazement, my arms began to feel strong enough for me to play professionally again. More importantly, however, through the whole healing process, I developed much more compassion and care for the suffering that we all experience from time to time, be it psychological, physical, or spiritual. It’s my privilege and profound intention to help to ease the pain, and facilitate the healing of those who connect with me in this path. My interests are very wide; musculoskeletal, digestive disorders, gynecology, mental/emotional/spiritual disorders, just to name the most common conditions I see at my clinic. I look forward to meeting you and being of service to your growth and health.

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Tony graduated with a Diploma in Phytotherapy from Pacific Rim College and is a member of the Canadian Herbalist Association of BC. He is a practicing Medical Herbalist at his home based clinic, Woodward Phytotherapy, in Brentwood Bay, BC. He has a keen interest in the areas of mental and nervous system health, pain management, nutrition, trauma and addictions having seen many such conditions improve with the use of herbal medicine.

His personal journey to heal himself led him to change careers and study herbal medicine. Tony enjoys working with plants and people. He is endlessly fascinated by nature, reality and the interconnectedness of all things. Tony brings his enthusiasm and commitment to healing to his clinic and medicinal mushroom classes.

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Courtney Viscount is a Western Herbalist student in her 3rd year at Pacific Rim College. She is passionate about sharing health and herbal knowledge with clients to empower folks with the tools to best support themselves. Courtney believes that everyone has a right to be supported in their health journey. With a background in teaching Kripalu yoga, ballet, and belly dance, when appropriate Courtney can incorporate breath and movement techniques alongside her herbal recommendations.

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Cassidy Ash is a passionate and determined student who is devoted to helping people on the path of natural healing. Cassidy has been passionate about nature her whole life, from growing up on a bee farm in the Prairies, to Landscaping on the West Coast. Cassidy is now located in Manitoba with the goal to spread awareness of natural health options, as well as increase support in the community. Cassidy intends on focusing her practice on women’s health but is open to help support anyone in need to expand her knowledge and practice.

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Emily has been working on her dual diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Phytotherapy since the fall of 2019. Her goal is to make a healthier lifestyle available to those in all walks of life. With an emphasis on creating a warm and supportive environment for her clients to flourish. Emily is working towards becoming a safe space for those struggling with mental health and those whose illnesses are not considered serious enough by conventional allopathic practitioners.

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Patrick completed the four year masters program in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at CCAOM and has been registered with CTCMA and in private practice in victoria since 2001. At his clinic, Luminous Island, he enjoys incorporating a variety of healing modalities into his treatments. In addition to Acupuncture and Tui Na he offers iRest Yoga Nidra, and Zero Balancing. Patrick has taught at the Canadian College of Acupressure and has developed workshops and events that make energetic healing concepts and practices available to a wide range of people.

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Argentina is in her second year of Phytotherapy studies, currently studying abroad while gaining hands-on herbal experience volunteering at Casa Curavita’s Herbal Apothecary & Farm in Guatemala. She first discovered her love for plants on Northern Vancouver Island while training to be an Outdoor Guide and Interpreter. Working largely in Outdoor Education, she has spent years introducing youth to their natural environment, helping foster community, confidence, and a deeper relationship with the natural world. Her desire for her herbal practice is to see individuals connect with their bodies and take their health into their own hands, hopefully making some new plant friends along the way!

With a special interest in local foraging and sustainable harvests, Argentina believes in the power of connection with plants to see healing on both physical and energetic levels. She looks forward to welcoming all, listening well, and accompanying you on your healing journey.

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Hello! My name is Sarah and I am currently a practicing RMT with background in yoga. My goal as a practioner is to provide a Heart centered treatment supportive of your health journey. Some areas of interest for me are mood regulation, mental health support, grief support, digestive health and gynecological challenges such as, but not limited to, Dysmenorrhea, Endometriosis, PCOS, Fibroids and PMS/PMSD.

My needling style: I like to build trust with my patients and start by needling gently, working with your comfort level. If it is indicated and there is good communication, we can explore stronger needling and TCM techniques, such as Gua Sha and cupping.

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Hi I’m Sabby, thank you for considering me as your student acupuncturist. I am a trauma informed practitioner and I enjoy helping patients process emotions and traumas stored in the tissues. I also like working on a physical level with a deep understanding of facial lines and functional anatomy from my previous career in holistic massage. LGBTQ+ friendly/safe space.

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Registered Acupuncturist RAc., BA, Shamanic Practitioner, Holistic Doula and Mama.

Growing up in the wilds of Alberta near my grandparents and extended family from the earliest age I was exposed to the importance of being raised by a village of humans, animals, trees and plants. I remember being in awe and fascination of the magic of life and nature all around and always trying to see how it all fit together.

This lead me to explore the philosophies, sciences and arts of explaining life. From travelling the physical world to the spiritual, studying plant wisdom, to western pathophysiology, experiencing life being born and life leaving this world I have woven together a magical approach to supporting people in healing and remembering who they truly are and how connected they are to all that is.

For more info please visit her website www.marikareidhall.com

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B.A. in Sports Medicine, Former NCAA Gymnast - Colorado, USA

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Brook Paulin was born and raised in the harbour town of Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Canada. He is a lifetime student and practitioner of the healing arts who realized his passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) over 12 years ago, and has since been on this path.

Brook attained his Diploma of Acupuncture and Diploma of TCM Herbology from the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He then earned his Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma, graduating magna cum laude, from Pacific Rim College. He is a Registered Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine in British Columbia. He is also certified in Jin Shin Do, Mei-Zen Facial Rejuvenation, 5-Element Acupuncture, and Sports Medicine Acupuncture.

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Lacy Brandt is a Registered Acupuncturist and alumni of the Diploma of Acupuncture program at Pacific Rim College. She grew up in Alberta where she worked as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Hospitals and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies from University of Calgary. Her approach to health is an integration of her Traditional Chinese Medicine education with her work and personal experiences in the Western Medical world. She loves helping individuals achieve a state of wellness with acupuncture because it allows her to unwind all these hidden psychological, emotional, spiritual, and physical connections as complex patterns versus viewing them all as separate parts. Mental health and trauma-informed care is a focus of her practice with educating and creating awareness of how it plays into the physical functions of the body. She also has interest in treating chronic pain, sports injuries, reproductive health, autoimmunity, and digestive health.

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Peter Conway is a leading herbalist (Phytotherapist) with a core interest in contrasting and integrating approaches to healing from both traditional and contemporary sources. He enjoys testing the alleged boundaries between disciplines and approaches and seeing what happens when these give way to open up to allow new connections and potentials. Peter combines his clinical practice in Tunbridge Wells (where he has a special interest in working with people experiencing cancer) with herbal educational and political work.

Peter is a Fellow and former President of the College of Practitioners of Phytotherapy, a Fellow of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists and a former Director of the European Herbal and Traditional Medicine Practitioners Association. He teaches on several herbal medicine courses – including co-teaching one for veterinarians. Peter helped develop the UK National Professional Standards for Herbal Medicine and sat on the UK Department of Health Steering Group looking at the regulation of herbal medicine and acupuncture.

He has written several books including his recent textbook The Consultation in Phytotherapy: the herbal practitioner’s approach to the patient published by Elsevier/Churchill Livingstone.

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Pacific Rim College’s on-campus Western Herbal Dispensary is one of the most extensive herbal dispensaries in Canada, carrying over 200 different types of herbs in various forms from tinctures, dried herbs, syrups, infused oils, creams, hydrosols, essential oils, and flower essences.

We dispense various formulas for patients that book appointments through our Western Herbal Student Clinic, as well as provide herbal supplies for all of the herbal hands-on and organoleptic classes at PRC.

Students enrolled in the Phytotherapy Diploma will make medicine for themselves and their patients, under the guidance of Clinic and Dispensary Supervisors.

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Hello! My name is Dani and I am currently a seniour student in the Phytotherapy program.

My practice combines western herbal tradition, with contemporary research, in a holistic “mind, body, spirit” approach that honours the body’s natural intelligence to heal. My approach is gentle, attentive, and supports you in the journey toward your goals in healing and health.

Whether you have an acute concern, or simply want a tea made just for you, there is a vast pharmacy of Materia Medica (herbal medicine) to support every indication.

All conditions are welcome.

Areas of special interest include: Nervous system support for mental health and well-being; Burnout recovery; Hormone and reproductive health; and Tending to the liver and gut for deep restoration.

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Shirelle is a current student in the Diploma of Phytotherapy program at Pacific Rim College. She came into this vocation after achieving a BA, majoring in History with a double minor in Classics and Anthropology, from MacEwan University in Alberta. Shirelle’s love of plants, medicine, humans and healing stem right from childhood. She is an eclectic pagan and uses her intuition, knowledge and her sensitivity to energy, to help facilitate others to heal themselves. Shirelle also practices Reiki and will be adding crystal healing to her portfolio in the future. Shirelle endeavors to have both a herbal clinic and dispensary on the Mainland in the next few years.

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Hi, I’m Mia!

I am a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and am passionate about helping people find balance with food and their body. I have been nutritionist for the past 5 years both working in clinic and online.

I help people understand their body, learn about food and how it makes them feel and make easy, sustainable changes for life!

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Amélie is enrolled in her 5th semester at Pacific Rim College. As a qualifying holistic nutritionist her goal is to empower menstruating individuals by allowing them to understand their cycle through cycle tracking and syncing, balancing hormones and supporting fertility health through nutrition, movement and mindfulness.

Amélie considers the synergistic abilities of the body and supports the entire being through whole food, movement and lifestyle recommendations. In her one-on-one nutrition sessions, she enjoys focusing on menstrual health & conditions, hormone balancing, gastrointestinal & digestive concerns, sleep health, stress, inflammatory, dermatological and autoimmune conditions, and more.

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Camille is in her third year of the Diploma of Phytotherapy and is excited to be nearing completion of her studies. With a background in yoga and Reiki, she is passionate about uniting people with the plant world through medicines humans have used for thousands of years. Her life changed forever after living in a National Park for 5 years, sparking an interest in herbs and their uses.

Her studies in yoga inspired her to help reduce the suffering in the world, through simple and ancient methods. Seeing how this worked for her made her want to show others how change and wellbeing are possible, especially by re-attuning to the natural world.

In practice, Camille is happy to help people looking for different health options and a new view of healthcare to conventional methods.

Areas of special interest include mental health, pregnancy and women’s health. Other interests include astrology, flower essences, TCM, and psychology. She looks forward to working with you on this truly amazing journey!

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Sydney is 2 years into the Phytotherapy Diploma program at Pacific Rim College. Her main interest is in:

• female nourishment, helping those who have been in a depleted state to rebuild and strengthen their system.
• rebalancing mental health
• enphasis on the gut-brain connection
• uncovering the deeper layers of chronic disease and illness– discovering the root and any lifestyle contributions

Her personality is soft and open, while remaining strong and persistent in caring for her patients. A gentle approach that it suited to each individual and their healing needs.

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Annie is in her final year of the Holistic Nutrition program at Pacific Rim College. She is currently focusing on Nutrition before completing her dual diploma of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

She has been mesmerized with holistic health and wellness for over 10 years and chose to pursue a career in Natural Medicine after overcoming mental and physical health concerns that completely changed the course of her life. By dedicating herself to a new lifestyle, teaching herself to cook whole foods and practicing daily meditation, not only did she heal her mental and physical body - she also found a passion in helping others.

While Annie enjoys working with people of any gender, identity, or age, she has a keen interest in polycystic ovarian syndrome/hormone balancing, the Gut-Brain axis (the microbiome, digestive issues and how our gut health correlates with mental and physical conditions), and whole-food meal planning for overall wellness. She feels strongly about creating a safe space for all humans to share their nutritional health concerns and approaches every individual story with empathy.

Annie likes to spend her free time painting, playing music, hiking, cooking, and visiting all the local farmers markets.

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Leah is currently a senior student at Pacific Rim College, she is working to complete her 5-year training in both Western Herbal Medicine and Holistic Nutrition. These comprehensive programs blend traditional knowledge of herbs and diet therapy alongside extensive training in biomedical sciences.

In 2015 Leah completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Calgary where she focused on clinical aspects of psychology including mental health conditions.

Leah enjoys working with individuals of all ages and genders in a variety of health conditions including digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and mental health conditions. Leah’s approach to health and wellness is to focus on supporting the foundational aspects of health including sleep, digestion, blood sugar regulation, ensuring proper nutrition, and stress management.

In her free time, Leah enjoys spending time in the garden, camping, baking sourdough bread, and playing with her rambunctious kitty.

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I’m Meghan! I’m a dedicated 27 year old nutrition student on the verge of completing my academic journey. I’m passionate about promoting health and well-being by sharing my knowledge of nutrition.

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Kori Richardson is a fifth year Traditional Chinese Medicine student. They began their study at Oshio College in 2018 and has since transferred to Pacific Rim College to complete the Doctor of TCM program. Kori has previously studied Holistic Nutrition through the Edison Institute of Nutrition and earned their Diploma in 2016, graduating with First Class Honors.

Kori’s decision to study TCM stems from a profound interest in healing and through their curiosity in Daoist and Buddhist philosophy. They are interested in working with a variety of aliments and conditions while navigating and deepening their skill in the practical use of the medicine.

They offer both acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments.

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Abby (she/her) is a student in the dual diplomas of Phytotherapy and Holistic Nutrition at PRC. She is a Swampy Cree and Scottish herb enthusiast that journeyed from Northwest Ontario to Victoria to study on the unceded lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ lands in January 2020.

Abby is currently near the end of her Phytotherapy (Western Herbal Medicine) diploma at Pacific Rim College. She focuses on choosing herbs that will energetically and physically align with the human body and working with people at their own pace and comfort. She welcomes all with a compassionate heart and an intuitive and non-judgmental approach.

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Hello!

I’m Janna, — Mother of 2, urban farmer, chicken lover, herb enthusiast, psychology nerd and painter of many things. I enjoy exploring many topics including but most definitely not limited to: lifestyle balance, mood and anxiety management, Stress levels, physical pain and social limitations, life transitions, trauma, motherhood and personal growth.

My current “tools of the trade” include acupuncture, cupping, guasha, tui na (TCM massage).

Thank you for visiting. I hope to see you soon!

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Artemis is in her final year of clinical practise at PRC completing the dual diploma in Holistic Nutrition and Herbal Medicine.

Artemis shares much of her passion for nourishing the mind, body and soul from her lived experience which inspired her to study and support herself as a whole being.

Artemis has lived experience with substance mis-use, mental health disorders, disordered eating and eventually spent years as a semi-professional athlete.

Currently, Artemis supports the underserved and underprivileged community as a front line Mental Health support worker for a non-profit organization here in Victoria.

Artemis derives her passion for whole food nourishment and match making the perfect herbal formulations for her patients in a person centred way.

Artemis offers a unique, diverse and spirited humanity into her consults so patients can be inspired to actualize their health goals.

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Hillary has been a practicing Registered Holistic Nutritionist since 2004. Her professional experience has spanned from clinical settings in supportive cancer care and private practice, to nutrition programming for people living with HIV, with a specific focus on not-for-profit and social justice settings.

Alongside clinical practice, Hillary is a freelance writer for various health and wellness publications and companies, and has taught cooking classes and developed content for community health programs and initiatives. She is passionate about travel and our relationships to food with a special interest in cultural diets and the various ways and contexts in which we nourish ourselves, both individually and collectively.

When not focusing on nutrition, she can be found tasting her way around the world or channeling the ‘50s with her vintage clothing business.

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I use evidence-based, scientific, and holistic methods centred around nutrition to improve overall health and wellness.

I believe that no matter what level you are at, we can all improve our health and enhance our longevity and quality of life. My aim is not to settle for feeling good when we could feel great.

In 2015 I completed my B.A. in psychology. Now, as a practicing holistic nutrition student at Pacific Rim College it is my aim to empower clients by providing relevant information and support desired changes through meaningful and manageable action plans.

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Taylor is in her final year of the Dual Diploma Program of Acupuncture and Phytotherapy. She has a passion of weaving Eastern and Western Medicine together, to ultimately help support people through a holistic lens. She has studied 3 years of Medical Anthropology at University of British Columbia Okanagan and York University.

Her approach to health is focused on empowering individuals to embark on day by day practices and rituals, that enrich their well-being. She has completed continuing educational workshops focused on Hormonal and Reproductive Health. She is on a mission to help empower menstruating people become more connected to their cycles, at all phases of life.

Other areas of interests are Dermatology, Chronic Fatigue, and Digestive Health.

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Makaila’s background in health started with nutrition at a young age, which guided her to herbal medicine in 2018 while living in New Zealand. She began selling herbal-based body care products after pursuing a mentorship. When she moved back to Canada in 2020, she wanted to deepen her knowledge in integrative medicine with a focus on medical herbalism.

Her approach to practicing is by combining a holistic lens (mind, body and spirit) with integrating a somatic lens, evidence-based, traditional knowledge and energetics.

Areas of interest include hormonal and reproductive health, mental health and digestion.

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Romina is a senior student of phytotherapy currently in her last semester of her studies at PRC.

She is passionate about supporting people in all stages of their life journey. She particularly enjoys providing mental health support, addressing women’s health and balancing the digestive system, but ultimately just loves connecting with her patients and meeting them where they are at in a non-judgmental way.

Romina also has an affinity to psychology, nutrition and working with supplements, which she is happy to provide any guidance on if needed.

Consults are available in both English and Spanish.

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Shima Hashemian is a Medical Herbalist and the co-founder of Heartsease Herbs. She has been in private practice since graduating with highest honours from PRC’s Phytotherapy Diploma Program in 2016. Prior to this, she studied Food, Nutrition, and Health at the University of British Columbia, obtaining her Bachelor of Science Degree (Hons) in 2011. There she specialized in Food Market Analysis, with a special interest in Food Security Issues which took her traveling and farming both at home and abroad.

Shima has been a supervisor at the PRC dispensary since 2017 during which time she has overseen thousands of herbal formulations. In addition, since January 2020, Shima has taken on a new role as a supervisor in the student training clinic.

Shima combines her knowledge of health, herbalism and nutrition with her spirituality in all her professional roles. She uses this compassionate, heart-centered, and holistic vision to guide and support her students and patients on their own unique journeys.

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Atisa Rashidi

Previously to beginning their journey in TCM, their studies have been focused in western herbal medicine , medical astrology, alchemical herbal pharmacy, and superfood nutrition. They Create Hand Crafted Plant Elixirs to compliment any wellness based lifestyle in their own outside herbal practice.

Their concurrent interests in medicine involves advocacy in LGBTQ2SIA+ health care accesibility, community healthcare, alchemical herbal pharmacy, and revitalizing traditional vitalist medicine modalities.

Ask them about Tui Na Massage, Cupping, and Moxa Treatments during your visit.

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Health curious west coaster. A background in sustainable agriculture, and intuitive cuisine pursuits. I strive to approach healthy habits with harmony and practical locality.

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Jess is currently enrolled in her seventh semester of the dual diploma of Holistic Nutrition and Acupuncture. She is constantly delving into the fascinating world of food as medicine, and believes that the choices we make on our plates can truly transform our lives. Jess combines her background in Kinesiology and yoga with holistic nutrition to unite the intricate connections between movement, mindfulness, balance, and wellness.

Her fascination with Ayurveda (“the science of life”), a traditional Indian medicine practice, has led her to discover how the body fluctuates cyclically alongside Nature. She’s here to help you harmonize your life with Nature’s rhythms and embrace the wisdom of seasonal living.

She particularly enjoys working alongside clients to be a reliable source for nutritional tidbits that empower folks to make informed choices for well-being while demystifying nutrition to make balanced eating a delightful and enjoyable journey.

Jess would be honoured to have you join her on this holistic adventure as we nurture body, mind, and spirit. Together, you will uncover the path towards nourishment and balanced living.

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Juan Huang received her PH.D. in internal medicine of TCM at Beijing University of TCM and Pharmacology, Beijing, China. She has been involved in several research projects both experimental and clinical at the municipal and national level in China. Dr. Huang has 20 years of teaching experience both in China and Canada. She has been principle instructor at Academy of Classical Oriental Science in Nelson, BC, for 13 years and at Calgary College of Acupuncture and TCM for 3 years. She has taught a broad range of courses from Diagnosis, Acupuncture therapeutics, Herbology, Formula, internal medicine, external medicine, gynecology, Pediatric and classic courses. Additionally, Dr. Huang was a highly esteemed lecturer at the Capital Medical University (Beijing).

Dr. Huang has 28 years of clinical experience both in China and Canada, including 13 years practicing both at Guixi municipal Hospital (Jiangxi Province, China ) and Dongzhimen Hospital, which is the affiliated hospital of Beijing University of TCM and Pharmacology (Beijing, China) and 15 years practicing at TCM colleges in Canada. She has successfully treated many difficult diseases in internal medicine and gynecology with acupuncture and herbal medicine. Dr. Huang has numerous articles published in academic Chinese medicine journals.

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Ted has been in practice since 2000, when he obtained a 4-year diploma in acupuncture and Chinese herbology. His interest in medicine started with botany, Western herbology and nutrition. Study in those areas eventually led him to discover Chinese medicine, and within himself a natural talent for acupuncture. Ted is passionate about medicine and has a genuine desire to bring about an enhanced quality of life in his patients. He has a special interest in community-based acupuncture, and is at the forefront of mental health and addictions treatment in Victoria. With a pragmatic approach to teaching, he blends his clinical experience with humour and visual aids to encourage effective learning from his students.

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Claire is currently enrolled in the Phytotherapy program at PRC. She has obtained her Community Herbalist Certificate from PRCO, Bachelor of Commerce (2017), and is the creator of Little Hitchcock Co.

Claire is passionate about stress management, digestion, and mental health. She has an innate ability to hold a comfortable and safe space for people in need.

Claire is devoted to sharing plant medicine knowledge in the herbal community. She is Vice President of the Alberta Herbalist Association and co-ordinates the Alberta Herb Gathering annually.

Claire is often described by her friends as bright, receptive, and intuitive. In her spare time she enjoys camping, reading, cooking and giving all the loves to her ragdoll kit cat, August.

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Heather is a matchmaker between people and plants. Every herbal protocol she develops is uniquely built for the individual before her.

She saw the limits of generalized medicine from an early age, and she spent years looking for a more compassionate model of care. Herbalism was an obvious choice: it empowers the individual and offers the tailored approach she had been seeking.

Heather began working in holistic health around 2003. This led her to pursue both formal and informal education to integrate therapies for the body, mind, and spirit.

She graduated with distinction from Concordia University where she did a double major in Specialization Psychology and Linguistic Science. In 2016, She graduated with the highest honours from Pacific Rim College’s Phytotherapy program. She has also obtained certification as a yoga teacher, Reiki Master, and she has received training in craniosacral, energetic, and ritual therapies.

Heather is happy to serve the public as an educator and holistic health practitioner.

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