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Monday 2pm - 7:30pm Tuesday 2pm - 7:30pm Wednesday 10am - 4pm Thursday 8am - 2:30am Friday 8am - 2:30pm

Comox Valley Acupuncture

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Comox Valley Acupuncture

Acupuncturist- Herbs
Doctor of TCM
Women's health, fertility, pregnancy, Cosmetic Acupuncture Steven hails from Wales, and moved to Vancouver Island in 2005.

Dr. Michelle Hughes is the founder of Comox Valley Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, which opened in 2004 in Courtenay, B.C. Michelle has a special interest in treating infertility and women’s health. Now, she is expanding and has welcomed a new practitioner Steven Thomas to the practice. Michelle was raised in the Comox Valley and returned with her family in 2004 to open her clinic and enjoy the wonderful lifestyle that the Comox Valley has to offer. Michelle attended the University of British Columbia where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology. Michelle then chose to study Chinese medicine and graduated in 2000 from the acclaimed International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, British Columbia as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine. After graduation Michelle interned at the Anhui Acupuncture hospital in Hefei, China where she gained valuable experience in acupuncture and herbal medicine from the hundreds of patients that she treated. Michelle is a Registered Acupuncturist and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of British Columbia. She is also a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine. After completing a business degree Steven began his travels around the world. After teaching snowboarding in New Zealand and Canada, Steven found himself back in the UK, living between the city of Bath and London studying registered massage therapy. Later Traditional Chinese Medicine in Victoria, and recently just qualified as an end of life doula, and is embarking on studies in the Hakomi method (a body centred psychotherapy.) Michelle has trained with some of North America’s foremost women’s health experts in obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive medicine. Michelle has traveled to Houston, Texas to train with Dr. Randine Lewis author of the” Infertility Cure”, Vancouver to train with Bob Flaws author of” Fulfilling the Essence Chinese Treatments for Female Infertility”, and New York City to train with Mike Berkley founder of the Berkley Center for Reproductive Wellness and Women’s Health. She has taken birth coaching and was a doula. For the past two years Steven has been working in Northern BC, at a busy physiotherapy clinic, and continuing his other profession as a part time paramedic for BC ambulance. Now back on the island he is chopping wood, feeding chickens and getting down to a more self sustainable life, cultivating the land and living with nature. Michelle believes in a complimentary approach to health care combining the many benefits of western medicine with Traditional Chinese medicine. Michelle has a large referral base of practitioners in modalities such as clinical counseling, massage therapy, hypnotherapy and hypnobirthing, chiropractic care, and physiotherapy to complement Traditional Chinese medicine and help you to reach your goals.

03/11/2026

We’d love to support you through the difficulties of perimenopause 🌸

02/18/2026

The year of the horse is the year of movement, vitality, fire, and rising Yang. It is a year of change, igniting your passions, and following your dreams.
However, if Yang rises too quickly without a foundation, this can lead to anxiety, insomnia, palpitations, emotional dysregulation, and hormonal imbalances.
The goal is to maintain your foundation in order to ride out the year of the horse.
* Prioritize sleep
* Practice gratitude daily
* Eat mostly warm, cooked, healthy foods to nourish the kidneys for stability and calm the heart: black beans, sesame seeds, bone broth, berries, and sweet potato
* Don’t overschedule - simplify
* Limit stimulants such as: sugars, caffeine, and alcohol, which can overstimulate the Yang

yearofthehorse chinesenewyear

11/19/2025

We’re excited to have LED light therapy available for our patients, as a very beneficial add on to your acupuncture treatment! The Celluma PRO is a “clinically proven, FDA-cleared treatment of acne and age-related challenges including wrinkles, arthritic pain, muscle and joint pain, muscle spasm and poor blood circulation.”
(https://international.celluma.com)
For new appointments, select Celluma Light Therapy & Follow-up Acupuncture Visit from our online booking.
https://comoxvalleyacupuncture.janeapp.com
Red light therapy is always included in Cosmetic Acupuncture appointments!
You may also request to add it on when you arrive for your appointment (based on availability).
We know you’re going to love it as much as we do!!

11/05/2025

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been supporting women through menopause symptoms, like hot flashes, night sweats, and disruption in sleep quality, for over 2000 years. Acupuncture, herbal remedies, and dietary changes help to restore balance, and improve overall well-being during this life transition. Dr. Hughes is also always keen to expand her already vast knowledge and learn from other menopause specialists, such as pelvic health physiotherapists, nutritionists, OB/GYNs, and psychologists. Knowledge is power!

07/22/2025

Summer Wellness with Traditional Chinese Medicine ☀️🌿

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Summer is associated with the Heart and the element of Fire - a season of growth, activity, and expansion 🫶

As the days get warmer, TCM encourages us to align with the season by supporting cardiovascular health, calming the mind, and keeping internal heat in balance.

✨Benefits of Acupuncture & TCM in The Summer

🥵 Reduces excess heat and inflammation
🫀 Supports cardiovascular health & circulation
😌 Calms anxiety & restlessness
🍉 Enhances Digestion & appetite regulation
💤 Promotes restful sleep despite longer days

TCM Tip: Eat hydrating and cooling foods such as watermelon, cucumber, and mint. Bitter herbs like chamomile and peppermint can be used in teas to help regulate your internal temperature. Practice mindfulness or meditation early in the morning when yin energy is the strongest.

🌸Book your summer session to stay balanced, energized, and in harmony this season.

Click the link in the bio to schedule an appointment

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07/09/2025

05/22/2025

04/23/2025

Comox Valley Acupuncture is committed to raising awareness and reducing stigma.

03/02/2025

Excited to spend the weekend at the Yo San Reproductive Medicine Symposium.

Classes on Traditional Chinese Medicine and how it can help with:

🌿improving egg quality
🌿endometrial receptivity
🌿male fertilty
🌿perimenopause
🌿endometriosis
🌿headaches during IVF cycles
🌿and much much more!

02/07/2025

01/30/2025

The perfect combination- Cosmetic Acupuncture & Celluma red light therapy!

Address

318 C Duncan Avenue
Courtenay, BC
V9N2M5

Opening Hours

Monday	2pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday	2pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 2:30am
Friday	8am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+12503343630

Website

http://www.comoxvalleyacupuncture.com/

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