Hi, my name is Zoë.

I was raised on the Salish sea - Surrey, BC, Semihamoo territory. My roots are in the Mediterranean, of pines, olives, figs and warm, soft Agean waves. I was raised by a Celtic mum and a Greek dad.

Throughout my life, I have studied Psychology and Biological sciences, Hatha Yoga & Buddhist meditation, Trauma-informed, Restorative & Yin Yoga, and completed my diploma in Acupuncture at Pacific Rim College in Victoria, BC, and am registered in good standing with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists (CTCMA) of British Columbia. I’ve also been studying Acupressure and Qigong more recently.

In my healing practice, I guide clients into a mindful connection with the body, mind and spirit through holding a gentle, inclusive space. I weave together holistic lifestyle and nutritional guidance with acupuncture, bodywork, personalized qigong and yoga practices, and individualized herbal remedies, as appropriate,

I have a special interest in nervous system regulation, mental health and addictions, musculoskeletal and neurological pain, myofascial release, post-covid immune support, as well as supporting pregnant individuals and families in their journey through birth.

I am grateful to have received rich mentorship in plant connection, growing, harvesting, processing and usage from elders, teachers and friends from around the world and close to home. Working in the legendary (and now closed) Self-Heal Herbs in Victoria opened me to the practice of herbal medicine, running a herbal medicine apothecary and helping others with medicinal plants. I have further deepened my study of herbal medicine through self-study, practice and taking classes. Currently I am working towards completing my diploma in Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine.

It’s my pleasure and joy to offer acupuncture & healing services to Saltspring Island at this time. I look forward to meeting you and connecting!

Many blessings

education:

Diploma of Acupuncture, Pacific Rim College, Victoria, BC

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Biology, UBC Okanagan, Kelowna, BC

200 Hour Multi-Style Yoga Teacher Training, Trimurti Yoga, Dharamsala, India

Trauma-Informed, Restorative & Therapeutic Yin Teacher Training, Ajna Yoga, Victoria, BC

Herbal Mentorship with Ramadevi Rainbow May, Saltspring Island BC

Plant Spirit Medicine Apprenticeship with Megan Waddy, Medical Herbalist, Duncan BC

Zenthai Shiatsu Massage Training, Level 1, Victoria BC

Jin Shin Do Bodymind Acupressure Module 1, Saltspring Island BC