Acupuncture
Initial Assessment $150 Follow Up Treatment $110
Initial Consultation
Your practitioner will begin by discussing your health history, current concerns, and overall wellness goals. This may include questions about sleep, digestion, stress, and lifestyle to get a full picture of your health.Assessment and Treatment Plan
Based on your consultation, a personalized treatment plan will be created. This focuses on restoring balance in the body and addressing the root cause of your symptoms.Acupuncture Treatment
Very fine, sterile needles are gently inserted into specific points on the body. Most people feel little to no discomfort, and many find the experience deeply relaxing. The needles are typically left in place for 15 to 30 minutes.Relaxation and Response
During the treatment, you may feel a sense of calm, warmth, or mild tingling. Many patients use this time to fully relax while the body responds to the treatment.Ongoing Care and Guidance
Your practitioner may recommend follow-up treatments and provide guidance on lifestyle, movement, or self-care to support your results and overall well-being.
What to ExpectAt Hillside Health, we believe in the power of personalized care - knowing this we are proud to offer Acupuncture services as an addition to our existing modalities. We understand that optimal health requires addressing both acute symptoms and their underlying causes. Our practitioners are extensively trained in both TCM's systematic diagnostic methods and Five Element theory's constitutional approach, enabling us to craft treatment strategies that deliver both immediate relief and long-term wellness solutions.
The Hillside difference lies in our ability to seamlessly integrate these two powerful healing traditions, along with our other modalities, offering our clients the best of both worlds. Whether you're seeking relief from chronic conditions, managing stress and anxiety, or pursuing optimal wellness, our expert team always provides the highest level of care to our valued clients.
Our team
Lauren Feetham
Lauren grew up in a small town in Nova Scotia and has always been drawn to a more natural, holistic way of living. After completing her Bachelor of Science at Dalhousie University’s Agricultural Campus, she continued her studies at the Canadian College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where she earned her Diploma in Acupuncture. She ran her own practice in Nova Scotia for 6 years.
As a Registered Acupuncturist, Lauren offers Acupuncture, Fire Cupping, Gua Sha, and other Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities. She is also a certified Yoga teacher and is passionate about helping others cultivate balance and well-being in all aspects of life.
Lauren believes that everyone deserves access to a healthier lifestyle. Her approach focuses on treating the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—through personalized treatment plans designed to restore harmony and vitality. With a deep love of learning and curiosity about the body’s natural ability to heal, she strives to guide each patient toward a greater sense of abundance—physically, emotionally, mentally, and energetically.
Outside of her practice, Lauren enjoys horseback riding, hiking, spending time with her animals and family, writing, and curling up with a good book and a cup of tea.