I am delighted to bring the benefits of acupuncture to you.  My journey into acupuncture began with a personal transformation. I had recently moved to the Vancouver area and was going through a time of profound change in my life. While that time was very exciting, it was also hard on my body, my emotions, my sleep, my thyroid and cortisol levels. I worked with a brilliant healthcare practitioner, and she added acupuncture to the healing modalities she used to assist me. I found that my body loves acupuncture. My body lights up and relaxes and responds to acupuncture in the most profound ways.  I find that acupuncture has soothed inflammation, balanced my endocrine system and addressed peri-menopausal/menopausal issues.  It gave me clarity of mind and purpose as my health restored to balance.

I have long been called to help people; it’s part of my life in all that I do. I’m have been a teacher of meditation for more than 15 years, I am trained in life/wellness coaching, and my passion is supporting those in search of optimal health and well-being.  It seemed only natural to me to pursue a career using this impactful and powerful treatment modality of acupuncture to make a difference for others.  I am deeply grateful to be part of the tradition and wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine that goes back more than 5,000 years and I am honored to apply this in helping you to achieve your goals, whatever they may be, to thrive in your life. 

Whether you are suffering from a serious ailment, or you are wanting to feel healthier and live a more energized life, it is important for me to take the time to listen to your concerns so that I can provide the most appropriate treatment plan for you.  My aim with acupuncture is to bring balance by stimulating specific points along the meridians of your body.  This can promote blood circulation, ease pain, stimulate organ function, balance hormones, calm the mind and many other actions.  I imagine each acupuncture protocol illuminating and balancing the organs, meridians and the flow of energy through the body to stimulate healing through this gentle, yet focused treatment.

My practice with acupuncture has shown me it’s immense ability to stimulate healing on all planes of being.  Physically, I enjoy treating pain related conditions such as recovery from injury, migraines and arthritis.  I also see great value in using acupuncture for digestive disturbances and women’s health issues such as perimenopause/menopause related symptoms, menstrual disorders and reproductive care.  I’m especially interested in applying acupuncture to relieve stress and stress-related disorders, support mental/emotional health, and address issues with sleep.  I believe that most physical ailments in our body originate from the many forms of stress we encounter in our lives.  It is important to me to consider and explore the mind-body connection when designing your treatment plan.  I am excited to discover the potential of acupuncture for you, and to help you achieve physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual wellness.

When I’m not in practice, I teach classes in meditation and healing, and host “Spiritual You Time”, a podcast-style event with spiritual and healing topics to nourish the soul. I love spending time with my family and our funny, rambunctious, frisbee-obsessed dogs, Jack and Roxy.

I look forward to working in a partnership with you, to cultivate your optimum levels of feeling good and being your healthiest self. 

Warmly,

Laura Dressler, R Ac.

Treatment Modalities

• Acupuncture
• Moxibustion
• Cupping
• Traditional Chinese Medicine Dietary Therapies

Credentials and Affiliations

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Complimentary Health Professionals of BC and BC Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners (ATCMA) 
• Graduate of Central College, Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine College
• Health Coach – Institute of Integrative Nutrition
• Teacher and Spiritual Counsellor, Academy of Meditation & Healing

To read more about Laura, please visit www.fivelightswellness.com