Meet Stephanie.
Hi, I’m Stephanie Funk! I am a Registered Acupuncturist practicing in Nanaimo, BC.
I provide my clients with a tailored treatment for their issues using the many modalities of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). My services include:
- Acupuncture
- Cupping (myofascial release)
- Electronic needle stimulation
- Gua Sha (microcirculation of soft tissue)
- Tui Na (Chinese massage)
- 5 Element acupuncture
- Emotional and lifestyle support
- Nutritional counselling
My path to becoming a Registered Acupuncturist took me to many places before I settled here in Nanaimo. My early years were spent in southern Ontario, where I studied for my Bachelor of Arts in International Comparative Studies at Huron University College.
During my studies I travelled the globe studying marginalized populations. My desire to bring healing to others led me to work as a caregiver for developmentally disabled individuals in Honduras, India, and Canada. I went on to work as a tree planter in Northern Alberta, and began to explore Western Canada in my winters.
After five years of hard work in the reforestation industry I began my studies to become a Registered Acupuncturist. I completed my designation, a 3-year Diploma of Acupuncture, at Pacific Rim College in Victoria, BC.
My areas of focus include (but are not limited to):
- Labour induction/cervical ripening
- Gynecology including fertility, menstrual issues, menopause, and hormone regulation
- Pregnancy and postpartum support
- Emotional health, including stress and anxiety
- Headaches
- Physical injuries and pain
- Digestive issues
- Sports medicine
Stephanie at a glance.
- Offers a wide range of Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments
- Spent a number of years travelling and experiencing other cultures
- Worked in the reforestation industry before training to be a Registered Acupuncturist
- Stephanie was first introduced to acupuncture in her high school health class when an acupuncturist was invited in as a guest speaker
- Happy to have settled in Nanaimo and call Vancouver Island home!
Education & experience.
- Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac)
- Certified in Sports Medicine Acupuncture
- Certified in AcuSculpting® Cosmetic Acupuncture
- Bachelor of Arts in International Comparative Studies
“Absolutely wonderful!”
Testimonial for Stephanie Funk
Stephanie is absolutely wonderful!! Professional and caring, she sits down with you and discusses your issues, then through acupuncture helps you get back to feeling better. My daughter and I have been going to her for a few months and can’t say enough of how much better we feel after the treatment. If you want to feel better, visit Stephanie and see what she can do for you.
– Janet M.
“Gifted acupuncturist.”
Testimonial for Stephanie Funk
Stephanie is a gifted acupuncturist. She made me feel so comfortable and took the time to really get to know what was going on for me. Her treatments have been hugely effective in helping my stress levels, and energy levels. She is also very intuitive and goes above and beyond with food suggestions to help nurture whatever might be deficient or in excess. I strongly recommend seeing her and finding out for yourself!
– Y.
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For more on our history in Nanaimo, check out our about page.
“I love going for my massages each month. They make me relaxed and have less pain from my Cerebral Palsy spasticity.”
Haley
