Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner in Victoria, BC

Acupuncture and Body work

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a method of supporting the body/mind systems in their own natural healing processes. Originating in East Asia over 2,000 years ago and perhaps much earlier than that.

Acupuncture has been shown to stimulate nerves and connective tissue resulting in profound effects on the nervous system including regulation of key areas of the brain. This improved function results in the body producing its own natural chemicals involved in pain relief and the reduction of inflammation as well as releasing neurotransmitters that create a feeling of relaxation and well-being.

It involves the insertion of fine needles into specific spots to stimulate the body to heal itself. Acupuncture acts on improving the flow of qi ‘energy’ and on balancing Yin and Yang, a paradigm of health and disease that maps very closely to the Western concept of homeostasis. By stimulating specific points on the body with very fine needles, heat or pressure, we are able to restore healthy function and help resolve symptoms and disease.

About me

Sarah is deeply passionate about integrating the mind, body, and spirit in her practice. She specializes in supporting individuals through a range of concerns, including mental health, reproductive health, chronic and acute pain, digestive issues, and overall wellbeing. Sarah believes in the profound connection between the body’s physical state and its emotional, mental, and spiritual health, and strives to address all aspects of a person’s experience.

Sarah graduated from the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Program at Pacific Rim College in Victoria, BC. Sarah is trained in acupuncture, cupping, tui na massage, gua sha, moxibustion, and Chinese herbal medicine. In addition to her foundational TCM training, she has studied various acupuncture styles, including Tan Balance Method, Global Balance, and 5 Element acupuncture, drawing on these approaches to create personalized treatments for each individual.

Sarah is passionate about helping others navigate their health journeys through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine, working with the body’s Qi at multiple levels. She often incorporates hands-on techniques, such as palpation and bodywork, to help regulate the nervous system and support the body’s ability to integrate and heal more effectively.

Outside of her practice, Sarah enjoys spending time in nature, connecting with loved ones, and exploring new ways to nurture her own mind-body-spirit connection.

Sarah Strohan (she/her)

Location and Contact

  • Fernwood Square (entrance through parking lot)

    1284 Gladstone Ave. Victoria, BC

  • Sunday, Monday, Tuesday B1 - 1284 Gladstone Ave. (yellow door)

  • Wednesdays - B2 - 1284 Gladstone Ave. (Blue Door)

phone: 250-532-0116

email: sarahstrohan@gmail.com