Suzanne Herchak, R.Ac, Owner

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Registered Acupuncturist (CCHPBC)

Diploma of Acupuncture (Pacific Rim College, Victoria BC)

Currently completing a Diploma of Phytotherapy (Western Herbal Medicine, 2022-present, Pacific Rim College, Victoria BC)

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Suzanne is a Registered Acupuncturist with over 13 years of clinical experience providing holistic, personalized care rooted in the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She works with a wide range of health concerns, using an integrative approach that supports the body’s natural healing abilities.

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Her journey into healing began with a passion for whole foods and natural wellness, deepened by a personal transformation through acupuncture. Inspired to help others experience the same benefits, Suzanne pursued formal training and has been in practice ever since.

 

Suzanne holds a Diploma of Acupuncture from Pacific Rim College and is a registered member of the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC). Her acupuncture treatment plans are customized for each individual and may include cupping, gua sha, essential oils, and nutritional guidance when needed.

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She is currently completing a Diploma of Phytotherapy (Western Herbal Medicine), and will expand her clinical practice to include herbal medicine upon completion of her training, further supporting her whole-person approach to health.

 

Suzanne is also the founder of Nootka Botanicals, a herbal company rooted in traditional plant knowledge. A limited selection of pre-made herbal blends is currently available for general purchase, with future consultations and custom formulations to be offered following the completion of her clinical training.

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Clinical focus:

• Digestive health

• Stress, anxiety, grief, PTSD

• Women’s health, fertility, pregnancy & labour prep

• Musculoskeletal pain such as TMJ, sciatica, back and chronic pain

• Fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions

 

Continuing Education:

Dedicated to Lifelong Learning, Suzanne is passionate about ongoing professional growth and staying current in both Traditional Chinese and Western herbal medicine. She is currently enrolled in a 2,130+ hour Diploma of Phytotherapy—one of the most comprehensive Western herbal training programs in North America (2022–present).

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Her continuing education includes advanced training in:

• Pediatrics

• Fertility, pregnancy & labour support

• Gynecology

• Musculoskeletal conditions & Triggers points 

• Facial rejuvenation (Advanced training in cosmetic acupuncture, cupping, gua she and microneedling)

• Scar needling 

• Emotional wellness: trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression

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Rachel Winchester, RCH, Just Be Hypnotherapy

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Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist (Association of Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist of Canada)

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Rachel is a Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, having graduated from the Association of Registered Clinical Hypnotherapists (ARCH) in early 2025. With over 100 hours of hands-on experience, she is dedicated to guiding clients through healing and mental wellness. Rachel supports individuals facing life challenges, trauma, identity exploration, and relationship dynamics—both with themselves and others.

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Her path in alternative care began as a doula, followed by work supporting people with physical disabilities, and later, neurodiverse individuals as they build independence. After experiencing hypnotherapy firsthand and completing her training, Rachel’s appreciation for its power as a tool for personal transformation and reconnection has only grown stronger.

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Hypnotherapy uses focused hypnosis to help clients gain insight into their concerns, fostering self-growth and emotional resilience. It is particularly beneficial for those with physical, emotional, or mental health challenges who may find limited relief through conventional therapies.

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Rachel is an active member of ARCH and supports clients experiencing symptoms or diagnoses including Anxiety, ADHD, Sleep Disturbances, Phobias, Body Dysmorphia, PTSD, CPTSD, and Grief. She also offers specialized sessions such as Peaceful Pregnancy, Postpartum Reset, and serotonin-boosting treatments.

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Committed to continuous learning, Rachel is expanding her expertise to better serve individuals with diverse needs, helping them embrace a more balanced and empowered life.​​

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Erica Butler, BSN, RN

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Vancouver Island University

Registered Nurse (RN), British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)

Advanced Nursing Foot Care Certification, Camosun College

Certified Onyfix® Nail Correction Provider

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Erica is a Registered Nurse with nine years of perioperative nursing experience and advanced training in nursing foot care. She combines her clinical nursing expertise, operating room experience with a meticulous approach to infection prevention, sterile technique, and evidence-informed care to provide safe, comprehensive foot care.

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Erica believes that healthy feet are essential for maintaining mobility, independence, and overall well-being. She is passionate about helping clients stay active and comfortable through preventative care, education, and treatment tailored to their individual needs.

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She provides comprehensive nursing foot care assessments and treatments, including routine foot care, management of thickened and difficult-to-manage nails, corn and callus reduction, ingrown toenail care, non-invasive toenail correction, custom silicone toe spacers, and carefully selected foot care products to support long-term foot health.

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Erica is committed to creating a welcoming, unrushed environment where clients feel

comfortable, informed and cared for. She values building trusting relationships and works

collaboratively with each client to develop a personalized approach that promotes comfort, confidence, and lifelong foot health.

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Angelique Baker, R.Ac.

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Registered Acupuncturist (CCHPBC)

Diploma of Acupuncture (Pacific Rim College, Victoria BC, 2022)

Bachelor of Midwifery (Otago Polytechnic, Dunedin, New Zealand, 2025)

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Angelique is a Registered Acupuncturist, who is offering Traditional Chinese Medicine

Modalities and Acupuncture Treatments in a warm and inclusive space for those of us who are moving towards a deeper reality of wellness within themselves. She holds a Diploma of Acupuncture from Pacific Rim College and is a registered member of the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC).

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She lives in Sooke with her partner and rambunkshas little one. They can often be found taking dunks at the potholes or searching for crabs at Wiffin Spit.

 

Angelique offers her Acupuncture practice following a lengthy career as a Registered Midwife. She provided care for families during the childbearing continuum throughout British Columbia and internationally for many years. As she has now transferred her focus to Traditional Chinese medicine, she maintains a deep reverence for the complexity of the womb space.​

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Clinical focus:

• Healthy and conscious menstruation

• Fertility, Pregnancy, Labour preparation

• Postpartum rejuvenation / Birth recovery

• Peri / Menopause transitions

• Healthy sleep

• Healthy mood / mind

• Healthy mobility

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Continuing Education:

Currently pursuing studies diving deeper into the 8 extraordinary vessels of Traditional Chinese medicine and the Five Elements theory under the guidance of Yvonne Ferral.

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Debra Betts-Acupuncture for Midwives:

• Acupuncture focus on common pregnancy conditions/labour prep.

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CT Holman-Applied Facial Diagnosis for Acupuncturists:

• Through the external expressions of our faces we express the inner landscapes of our

beings, body, mind and spirit. The signs observed on the face give you insight into the

person’s talents and abilities,organs systems, thereby helping us to better understand

the person you are looking at and what gifts they bring to the human family.​

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