Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier – Acupuncturist | Montréal, QC

Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier is a dedicated Acupuncteur (Ac.). Practicing at Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier, Ac. in Montréal, QC, she is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, adhering to the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Geneviève's role involves providing skilled acupuncture treatments for a wide variety of common health concerns, including pain management (musculoskeletal pain, headaches), stress reduction, sleep issues, and general wellness support. Her care focuses on utilizing acupuncture to stimulate the body's natural healing abilities and restore energetic balance according to TCM principles. She serves patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, ensuring compassionate and personalized treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs.

Geneviève completed her training in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, with extensive clinical experience and ongoing professional development. She is committed to upholding the highest standards of TCM practice, with particular interest and further training in acupuncture techniques. Her practice philosophy emphasizes an individualized approach based on precise TCM pattern differentiation, prioritizing preventative care and patient education (Zhì Wèi Bìng - Treat a disease before it occurs) to empower her patients in maintaining their well-being. She offers consultations in French.

Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier provides skilled Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Pain Musculoskeletal

• Chronic & Acute Pain (e.g., Low Back Pain, Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain, Knee Pain, Sciatica): Natural and effective relief for persistent or sudden onset pain located in the lumbar or cervical spine, shoulders, hips, knees, and other joints or soft tissues.
• Sports Injuries (e.g., Sprains, Strains, Tendinitis) & Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Reducing inflammation and swelling, promoting efficient tissue repair, alleviating pain, and restoring optimal function to injured areas to facilitate a quicker and safer return to athletic activity or work.

Digestive Gastrointestinal

• Crohn's Disease & Ulcerative Colitis (IBD) - Supportive TCM Care: Acupuncture and herbal medicine as a complementary therapy to help manage symptoms, reduce inflammation, and improve quality of life for individuals with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. (Used alongside conventional medical management).
• Acid Reflux (GERD), Heartburn & Indigestion (Dyspepsia): Reducing symptoms of GERD and dyspepsia by harmonizing the middle jiao (digestive center) and addressing underlying imbalances without relying on long-term acid suppression.
• Nausea & Vomiting (e.g., Morning Sickness, Post-Chemotherapy): Safe and natural relief from nausea, helping to improve comfort and ability to maintain hydration and nutrition.
• Chronic Constipation or Diarrhea (Non-infectious): Restoring balance to the large and small intestines and related organ systems (like Spleen, Liver, Kidney) to promote normal stool consistency, frequency, and ease of passage.

Respiratory Allergy Immune

• Allergies (Seasonal/Environmental, e.g., Hay Fever, Allergic Rhinitis) & Sinusitis: Natural and effective strategies for managing acute allergy symptoms and reducing the frequency and severity of chronic allergic rhinitis or sinusitis.
• Weak Immune System & Recurrent Infections: TCM strategies, including regular acupuncture, moxibustion, and constitutional herbal tonics, to strengthen the body's overall defensive energy (Wei Qi) and address underlying deficiencies in Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang that may lead to a weakened immune system and frequent infections (e.g., colds, sinus infections, UTIs).

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. TCM diagnosis is based on individual patterns, so if your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Geneviève can assess your needs.

• Motor Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling (TCM Context): Acupuncture techniques focused on deactivating muscle knots and relieving musculoskeletal pain by stimulating specific reactive points in muscles and fascia.
• Scalp Acupuncture (Neuroacupuncture): Specialized scalp needling techniques drawing from both traditional TCM and modern neurology to modulate brain activity and address challenging neurological and pain-related health issues.
• Electroacupuncture: Combining traditional acupuncture with modern microcurrent technology to amplify pain relief, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue healing and nerve regeneration.
• Acupressure & Meridian Therapy: Application of firm but gentle pressure to specific acupoints along the body's meridians using fingers, thumbs, or elbows to stimulate Qi flow, relieve pain, reduce tension, and promote relaxation and balance, similar to acupuncture but without needles.
• Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture / Acupressure / Ear Seeds: Stimulation of specific reflex points on the ear (auricle) using fine needles, small seeds (e.g., vaccaria seeds), or beads affixed with tape to treat various health conditions throughout the body, based on the principle that the ear is a microsystem reflecting the entire body.
• Gua Sha (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization - TCM): Instrument-assisted unidirectional press-stroking of the skin to break up stagnation, improve local circulation, alleviate pain, stiffness, and fever, and promote lymphatic drainage.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): The therapeutic application of heat from burning processed mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) near or on the skin at specific acupuncture points or areas of the body. This warms meridians, stimulates Qi and Blood flow, dispels Cold and Dampness, strengthens Yang energy, and can alleviate conditions associated with cold, stagnation, or deficiency.

Note: This list highlights some key services. For a full list of therapies offered by Geneviève, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered Acupuncturists in QC and the standards set by The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

At Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier, Ac., Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Geneviève frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• For those whose general feeling of being 'off' or 'out of balance' energetically has made sleeping soundly through the night and waking refreshed and energetic seem difficult, Geneviève's acupuncture and TCM care offers a path toward gaining a deeper understanding of their body's unique energetic patterns and needs according to TCM principles. These time-tested therapies can be instrumental in helping you get back to sleeping soundly through the night and waking refreshed and energetic with greater comfort.
• The path to overcoming feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, or panicky most of the time and achieving enhanced stress management capabilities and improved coping mechanisms for daily pressures is often clearer with TCM. Geneviève guides patients toward reclaiming activities such as being able to kneel or squat down to play with pets or children comfortably with improved health.
• Let Geneviève help you navigate dizziness, lightheadedness, or vertigo that affects my balance and daily activities with targeted TCM care. The goal is experiencing markedly fewer and less severe menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes, so you can fully enjoy keeping up with their team during our weekly soccer match without pain limiting them and other life pleasures once more.
• Through the gentle yet powerful methods of TCM, Geneviève assists patients with looking for a holistic approach to managing a chronic health condition or autoimmune issue in reaching a noticeable reduction in muscle tension, tightness, and related discomfort or stiffness, fostering a return to beloved activities like feeling more energetic, focused, and productive throughout the workday without energy slumps.

Your personalized TCM treatment plan, developed with Geneviève, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives using a holistic and time-tested approach.

Geneviève practices at 'Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier, Ac.', situated within a dedicated acupuncture and TCM clinic in the heart of Montréal. The clinic is conveniently located in a vibrant neighborhood, close to community centers and public parks, making it easy for patients to access via local public transit routes. Our clinic offers a serene environment designed to support healing and relaxation, with street parking often available nearby for added convenience.

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how can a Registered Acupuncturist help?

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic approach to health and wellness based on ancient principles. A Registered Acupuncturist will assess your overall state of health, looking for patterns of imbalance according to TCM theory (often involving tongue and pulse diagnosis). Treatment may involve acupuncture, customized herbal formulas (if an R.TCMP), cupping, moxibustion, and specific dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help restore your body's natural balance and promote healing.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Registered Acupuncturist in QC?

In Québec, patients can typically see a Registered Acupuncteur (e.g., Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner) directly without a physician's referral (direct access). While a referral is not legally required, some private or extended health insurance plans may request one for reimbursement purposes. It is advisable to check your individual insurance policy to understand coverage details.

Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles safe?

For most people, acupuncture is not painful. The needles used are very thin, and many individuals feel little to no sensation upon insertion. Common sensations include a slight pinching, dull ache, warmth, or tingling, which indicate the treatment's effectiveness. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and use sterile, single-use needles to prevent infection. If any discomfort or pain occurs, patients should inform their practitioner immediately.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)?

Generally, acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner in private clinics are not covered by RAMQ. Patients typically pay out-of-pocket, although many private insurance plans offer varying levels of reimbursement for these services. It is recommended to verify your insurance coverage.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

**Qi** is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body, maintaining health when unobstructed. **Meridians** are channels that carry Qi and Blood, connecting organs and tissues. Disruptions or blockages in Qi flow within meridians can lead to illness or pain. Acupuncture aims to restore balanced Qi flow along these pathways.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture involves inserting fine, sterile needles into specific acupoints along meridians to stimulate the flow of Qi. It helps reduce pain, manage stress, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions, strengthen immunity, and promote healing by encouraging the body's natural processes.

What should I expect during my first Acupuncture or TCM appointment?

The initial consultation includes a detailed health history, examination of the tongue, pulse analysis, and a discussion of your symptoms. Based on this assessment, Geneviève will develop a personalized treatment plan, which may include acupuncture, herbal recommendations, dietary advice, or other TCM therapies. The first visit typically involves an acupuncture session tailored to your needs.

Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier, Ac.
2098, Rue Sauvé E
Montréal, QC, H2B 1A7

Phone: (514) 979-2287

Geneviève Chéné-Cloutier is regulated by the Professional Code (Quebec) in QC and is a registered member of The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Registration Number: A-011-10

Registration can typically be verified with The Ordre des acupuncteurs du Québec.

Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are holistic therapies. It is recommended to also consult with your medical doctor for diagnosis of serious conditions and for emergency medical care. TCM can often complement conventional treatments effectively.