Annie was born in Taipei and grew up in Texas with almost every summer spent back in Taiwan, learning and experiencing her ancestral culture and language. Even in America, she was constantly pulled back to the nourishing remedies of Chinese Medicine throughout her upbringing. With a nutrition degree from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Master in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, she has kept a constant connection with her alma mater, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, serving as a Teaching Assistant for many foundational and advanced classes. During an immensely educational and influential internship at the Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center’s Pain Management clinic, Annie realized a special interest in orthopedic and musculoskeletal acupuncture, and has been honing those skills with 600+ individual treatments since graduating. She has also expanded an interest in facial rejuvenation and cosmetic acupuncture, further developing those skills with a series of classes with Michelle Gellis, L.Ac., renowned Facial Acupuncturist.

Chinese Medicine came into Annie’s life as a child who kept reaping benefits of a medicine she couldn’t quite comprehend, but knew always worked. Annie’s childhood on youth athletic teams had her constantly spraining her ankles, and her summers in Taipei City had her allergies persistently inflamed. When a couple needles did what ice and ibuprofen couldn’t to help a hobbling athlete be able to comfortably walk out of the treatment room, and when some packets of bitter herbs made Annie’s previously unbearable allergies almost non-existent, she knew this medicine was something special. As Annie has gone through her practice and education of Chinese Medicine, one of her favorite things is finding connections between the lessons her grandmother taught her growing up, and learning the reasoning behind her grandmother’s mystic wisdom. Annie’s passion for this medicine continues to grow with each visit she takes back home and each lesson she’s able to learn, and further connects how she can translate and utilize those ancient practices back here in the States.

Annie’s priority as a practitioner is to put her patients at ease while providing the most effective treatments possible. She prides herself in being a gentle but effective needler, and will happily work with you at whatever comfort level you are at with acupuncture, facial work, body work, and/or herbs, ensuring that you always get the right level of care. If a treatment calls for it, she loves utilizing many forms of cupping, electro-stimulation, vibrational therapy, guasha, and other forms of body work in conjunction with acupuncture.

When not practicing or studying Chinese Medicine, you can find Annie exploring as much as possible that the PNW has to offer - from mushroom foraging to snowboarding, mostly trying to spend as much time as possible outside with her husband and two dogs. She is fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, and is trauma-informed. She is honored to serve the Vancouver community and to work with patients of all backgrounds.

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Beth has been providing Massage Therapy for patients with acute and long term illnesses and injury for 23 years. She is passionate about integrative massage techniques, and her philosophy is to integrate the best of what she knows and customize it for each body type. Her techniques include: Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, prenatal, CranioSacral, myofascial release, cupping, cold therapy, hot stone therapies, myoskeletal alignment technique, and more. These techniques have helped clients to avoid surgery, reduce pain, improve lymphatic function, and increase their overall quality of life. Beth’s work has often been described by clients as “deep tissue with a gentle touch”. Her years of experience, knowledge, intuition, and caring touch, empowers you to reach your own better wellness. She individualizes each patient’s care based on their personal needs coupled with professional assessment. Whether it be strictly for relaxation or for recovery following an injury or surgery, Beth spends her time with each and every client to maximize their massage experience. She loves to work with a variety of populations ranging in age from 14-110!

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Tameka is an East Asian Medicine Practitioner and Licensed Acupuncturist. Tameka earned her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. Tameka takes an integrative approach to patient care while honoring a centuries-old system of medicine. Tameka has a special interest in pain-related disorders, with a focus on musculoskeletal injuries, pre and post-surgical care, which are complemented by her ability to effectively treat auto-immune diseases and menstrual health disorders. Tameka has a solid foundation in orthopedic assessment and understanding of anatomical structures.

Tameka incorporates massage, cupping, guasha, and Chinese herbal medicine into your acupuncture treatment when warranted and explains how each addresses your particular condition. Tameka creates individualized treatment plans for her patients that build on the advice and care of other participating practitioners, making her an invaluable member of your healthcare team.

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Benefits: Reduce fatigue, improve energy, recover faster and feel less pain and tension in your body. Promote better skin, nails, and hair and support your immune system. Features: Nutritional IV Therapy helps individuals that have nutrient deficiencies with immediate absorption through the bypass effect. IV treatments are an effective way to deliver high-quality vitamins/minerals directly into the bloodstream by improving nutrient circulation, aiding in immediate hydration, and supporting immune function more rapidly than oral supplementation. Cells gain quick access to concentrated nutrients by “passing” the digestive tract and directly absorbing them into tissues. This allows for rapid recovery through immediate electrolyte balance, leading to improved energy levels and cognitive function. IV treatments are safe and require no downtime!

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Lexi is an aesthetician who believes in the power of ritual in skincare. She specializes in treating dark spots and dullness, lymphatic drainage, and gua sha, and loves helping to bring a sense of slowness and intention to people’s busy lives, while at the same time giving the skin the TLC it deserves! Our skin is our biggest organ, and Lexi sees the skin as telling our story, whether we are paying attention or not. Lexi brings a mature and nurturing style to your skincare experience, and is honored to help you feel in alignment, inside and out.

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Benefits: Full Spectrum Infrared sauna treatments help improve chronic pain and chronic fatigue by reducing inflammation, increasing system circulation, and releasing tension. Infrared saunas can also aid in weight loss, improve sleep and boost immune function. Features: Full spectrum infrared sauna therapy is a low-temperature therapy. The heat in a Full-Spectrum infrared sauna is 20% air heat and 80% directly thermal energy in your body. The warming effect on your body temporarily stimulates your cardiovascular system, your immune system, and your lymphatic system. Full-Spectrum Infrared saunas have the ability to benefit all layers of your body from the skin down to the organs. Near-infrared (NIR) is associated with photobiomodulation which directly produces energy within the cells through ATP stimulation. Mid Infrared (MID) can penetrate deeper into the body’s soft tissue, increasing circulation and releasing oxygen to reach injured areas. Far-infrared (FIR) is the closest of the wavelengths to the infrared heat given off by our own bodies. Far infrared waves penetrate into our organs and skeletal system and activate the sweat glands. Clearlight Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna with private shower. Come experience the magic of infrared! ✓ Reduce Chronic Pain & Inflammation ✓ Increase Lymphatic Circulation ✓ Release Tension and Stress ✓ Boost Immune Function ✓ Reduce Inflammation ✓ Improve Sleep & Overall Wellbeing ✓ Burn Extra Calories

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Lauren has always had a servant’s heart. She finds it immensely gratifying to help people, and is deeply passionate about her work as a Massage Therapist. Lauren has over sixteen wonderful years of professional massage experience, and has known it was her path since childhood.  Lauren is fascinated by our amazingly-designed bodies, and is grateful to perpetually learn about human health through the context of clients she cares for. It is her pleasure to provide massage in a safe space for clients to unwind, find rest and receive nurturing, therapeutic touch. Though she loves working with a variety of modalities, she especially enjoys providing relief for those who are overworked, prenatal and postpartum clients, and seniors. She also has a gentle approach for addressing TMJD. Overall and above all, she is honored to serve you at our Waterfront Spa location! 

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Vancouver Wellness Studio: Waterfront Spa presents Mother’s Day Sip & Spa!

Treat your mom to a restorative and rejuvenating Spa Day. Moms deserve a day to unwind! Show her how special she is by joining her for a Massage, Facial, and Champagne Brunch at the Waterfront Spa!

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