Juliena Suzanne Brown

Juliena Suzanne Brown provides skilled Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine care for a variety of health concerns, including but not limited to:

Pain Musculoskeletal

• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ/TMD) Dysfunction & Jaw Pain: Addressing related symptoms like headaches, earaches, or neck pain that often accompany TMJ dysfunction from a TCM perspective.
• Arthritis & Joint Pain (Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis - Supportive Care): TCM approaches, including acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine, to reduce joint inflammation, alleviate pain, decrease stiffness, and improve function in individuals with various forms of arthritis.
• Headaches & Migraines (Tension, Cluster, Hormonal - TCM Management): Acupuncture and TCM diagnostic protocols to differentiate and treat various types of headaches and migraines by addressing root causes such as Qi stagnation, Blood deficiency or stasis, Liver Yang Rising, Phlegm obstruction, or external pathogenic factors.
• Fibromyalgia & Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Personalized treatment plans aimed at reducing pain sensitivity, improving energy levels, enhancing sleep quality, and restoring a better quality of life for those with fibromyalgia or widespread myofascial pain.

Digestive Gastrointestinal

• 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.
• 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.
• Nausea & Vomiting (e.g., Morning Sickness, Post-Chemotherapy): Harmonizing the Stomach Qi and directing its rebellious upward flow downwards to alleviate feelings of queasiness and prevent vomiting.

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. Juliena Suzanne can assess your needs.

• Acupuncture Treatment (Body Acupuncture): Customized acupuncture sessions designed to address your specific symptoms and underlying TCM pattern diagnosis, encouraging the body's powerful self-healing mechanisms and promoting overall well-being.
• Electroacupuncture: Utilizing precisely controlled electrical stimulation through acupuncture needles to provide stronger or more sustained activation of Qi and Blood flow in the meridians.
• Cupping Therapy (Fire Cupping, Sliding Cupping, Stationary Cupping): A traditional deep-tissue therapy using suction cups (stationary or moved along lubricated skin) to promote circulation, ease pain, break up fascial adhesions, and draw out pathogenic factors like Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the body.
• Moxibustion (Moxa Therapy): A warming therapy using various forms of moxa (e.g., moxa sticks, cones, moxa boxes) to promote circulation, relieve pain (especially cold-type pain like arthritis), boost immunity, and enhance the effects of acupuncture treatment.
• 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.
• Tui Na (Chinese Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): Therapeutic massage techniques integrated with acupressure, joint mobilization, and stretching to address pain, tension, stress, and promote overall physical and energetic well-being.
• 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.

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

All services are provided in accordance with the scope of practice for Registered TCM Practitioners in BC and the standards set by The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

At Blissed Out Bodyworks, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture are focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health, well-being, and daily activities. Juliena Suzanne frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• By addressing the root energetic imbalances related to symptoms of Bell's Palsy or facial paralysis needing support for recovery, Juliena Suzanne helps patients work towards improved mobility, flexibility, and range of motion in previously stiff or painful joints and muscles, facilitating a return to cherished activities like simply enjoying leisurely daily walks around their neighborhood for fresh air and mental clarity.
• The path to overcoming circulatory problems, feeling cold often, or having cold hands and feet and achieving a noticeable reduction in muscle tension, tightness, and related discomfort or stiffness is often clearer with TCM. Juliena Suzanne guides patients toward reclaiming activities such as engaging in gentle exercises like Tai Chi, Qigong, or yoga with improved balance, flexibility, and energy flow with improved health.
• Through personalized acupuncture and TCM with Juliena Suzanne, common concerns like ringing in the ears (tinnitus) that’s bothersome are assessed from a holistic perspective to achieve improved circulation, often described as a feeling of warmth or better flow in extremities, helping people to once again enjoy participating in hobbies and social events without pain, anxiety, or fatigue holding them back.
• Restoring harmony is key in TCM. For frequent headaches or intense migraines disrupting my life, Juliena Suzanne crafts treatments to achieve effective alleviation of some common side effects associated with conventional medical treatments like chemotherapy, supporting a return to activities like engaging in detailed crafting, sewing, or knitting hobbies for hours with clear focus with comfort and confidence.

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

Juliena Suzanne practices at Blissed Out Bodyworks, situated in the central Nelson neighborhood of Nelson, BC. The clinic is conveniently located in an acupuncture and TCM clinic close to local community centers and public parks, making it easy for patients to access. It is well-connected via local public transit routes, ensuring accessible and comfortable visits. Our clinic is accessible and offers a serene environment for healing. Convenient parking options are typically accessible.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Registered TCM Practitioner in BC?

In British Columbia, patients can typically see a Registered TCM Practitioner, such as a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner, directly without a physician's referral, thanks to the scope of direct access. However, while a referral is not legally required, some private and extended health insurance plans may necessitate a referral for reimbursement purposes. It is recommended that patients check their individual insurance policies to understand specific requirements.

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. Some common sensations include a slight initial pinch, followed by a dull ache, warmth, tingling, or a feeling of fullness around the needle site, which usually indicates the treatment is working effectively to stimulate your body's Qi. Many patients report feeling very relaxed and even fall asleep during the session. Practitioners are highly trained in safe needling techniques and exclusively use sterile, single-use needles to ensure your safety and prevent infection. If you ever feel any notable pain, inform your Registered TCM Practitioner immediately.

What is Acupuncture and how can it help me?

Acupuncture is a key component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into specific points called acupoints on the body. This process helps to stimulate and balance the flow of Qi (vital energy) along pathways known as meridians. Acupuncture can help reduce pain, alleviate stress and anxiety, improve sleep, regulate bodily functions like digestion and hormones, boost the immune system, and promote overall well-being by supporting the body's natural healing abilities.

Are Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine services covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) in BC?

Acupuncture and TCM services provided by a Registered Acupuncturist or Registered TCM Practitioner in a private clinic are generally not covered by provincial health plans like MSP in BC. Patients usually pay out-of-pocket, but many private or extended health insurance plans do offer some coverage. It is advisable to check with individual insurance providers to understand the level of coverage available for these services.

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

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a holistic health system based on ancient principles that focus on restoring balance within the body. A Registered TCM Practitioner assesses your overall health, often through tongue and pulse diagnosis, and develops a personalized treatment plan. This may include acupuncture, herbal formulas (if an R.TCMP), cupping, moxibustion, and lifestyle or dietary recommendations to support your body's natural healing processes and maintain optimal health.

What are Qi and Meridians in TCM?

**Qi** is the vital energy or life force that flows through the body, essential for health and vitality. **Meridians** are channels that carry Qi and Blood throughout the body, connecting organs and tissues. When the flow of Qi is blocked, deficient, or excessive within these meridians, it can lead to pain, dysfunction, or illness. Acupuncture and other TCM therapies aim to restore proper flow and balance of Qi within the meridians, promoting health and healing.

Blissed Out Bodyworks
901 Front St, Suite 700
Nelson, BC, V1L 6J5

Phone: (250) 551-2639

Juliena Suzanne Brown is regulated by the Health Professions Act (British Columbia) in BC and is a registered member of The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

Registration can typically be verified with The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

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.