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We have openings for new clients in our subsidized herbal medicine and counselling programs.

Application for Reduced Fees: Applicants must provide a current copy of their Notice of Assessment (NOA) from Canada Revenue Services (CRA). The applicant's status will be reassessed each September. The applicant will be required to reapply with a current NOA from the CRA.

Compassion Roots Wellness Centre is an integrative health facility that offers a wide range of activities and services to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The scope of activities that are carried out at the centre includes clinical counselling, workshops, and complementary and alternative therapies. In addition, we offer 82% subsidized clinical counselling programs to members by the Wellness Centre.

Clinical counseling can help individuals deal with a wide range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems. With the help of a trained therapist, individuals can gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, learn coping strategies, and develop healthier ways of dealing with their emotions. Nutritional counseling is available to help individuals improve their dietary habits and achieve optimal health. Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine treatment that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to alleviate pain and promote healing. Herbalists are experts in the use of plants and herbs for medicinal purposes, and they can help their clients address a variety of ailments using natural remedies.

The centre's activities are designed to be inclusive and accessible to individuals of all ages and abilities. Whether you are looking to reduce stress, alleviate physical pain, or simply improve your overall health and well-being, Compassion Roots Wellness Centre has something to offer.

ACUPUNCTURE & TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points. For centuries this ancient healing modality has been shown to be effective in treating a range of health problems. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient healing system that dates back thousands of years that sees the body-mind process as a whole.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) studies have shown that acupuncture is an effective treatment alone or in combination with conventional therapies to treat the following:

Nausea caused by surgical anesthesia and cancer chemotherapy

Dental pain after surgery

Addiction

Headaches

Menstrual cramps

Tennis elbow

Fibromyalgia

Myofascial pain

Osteoarthritis

Low back pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Asthma

CLINICAL COUNSELLING

CLINICAL COUNSELLING $150 (55 minutes).

Sliding scale and 80% subsidized appointments are available.

Our counsellors use a variety of techniques to assist people in dealing with issues such as relationships, identity, anxiety, stress, depression, life transition, traumatic events, and living with illness.

Our approach is to support client growth and to connect body-mind-spirit. Counselling is client-centered, non-judgmental, compassionate, respectful, and always maintains confidentiality. In-person, by Zoom, or by phone.

Counselling sessions are 1:1, in-person, in the East Vancouver area. Phone or video chat meetings are both possible.

What to expect:

Clients who seek the services of a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RRC) should expect:

A conversation about the benefits, risks, and expected outcome(s) of clinical counselling and the opportunity to give informed consent

A clearly communicated and mutually agreed upon goal or plan for clinical counselling

Each counselling session has a clear beginning and a clear end where problems or concerns are presented and discussed, and outcomes are explored

The RCC demonstrates the appropriate use of boundaries and offers a safe and confidential environment

These essential elements are part of the effective therapeutic relationship that is foundational to the practice of clinical counselling.

RCCs are required to:

Ensure that the client’s well-being is at the forefront of the relationship

Work with the client(s) to gather relevant information that will support the overall goals and outcomes of clinical counselling

Continuously evaluate outcomes of each session and the impact on overall treatment goal(s)

Practice safe and effective use of self throughout the clinical counselling process a adhere to BCACC’s standards of practice and Code of Ethics

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELLING

NUTRITIONAL COUNSELLING 
Initial appointment $180 (2 hours)
Follow-up appointment $100 (60 minutes)

Our nutritionists provide holistic and practical recommendations to address clients' specific concerns and to encourage nutritious eating to achieve and maintain a healthier body. Personal programs may include whole foods, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle recommendations.

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CLINICAL HERBALISM

CLINICAL HERBALISM

Initial appointment $180 (2 hours)

Follow-up appointment $100 (60 minutes)

Sliding scale and 80% subsidized appointments are available.

Herbalism (aka herbal medicine) is a tradition that predates the medical system that we know today. In herbal medicine, the leaves, flowers, roots, seeds, and bark of a wide range of medicinal plants are used to bring about balance and health to the body. These medicines support but do not override the natural processes of the body. Our herbalists create remedies best suited to your health challenges which can include: herbal tinctures, glycerites, teas, capsules, or aromatic waters. The herbalist may also recommend oils, creams, salves, or nutritional supplements as well as dietary, and lifestyle changes.

Herbalists use remedies made from whole plants or plant parts. They believe it helps your body to heal itself or to reduce the side effects of medical treatments.

Currently, herbs are applied to the treatment of chronic and acute conditions and various ailments and problems such as cardiovascular disease, prostate problems, depression, and inflammation, and to boost the immune system, to name but a few.

Clinical Herbal Program:

What to expect from your herbal appointment:

Appointments are available by phone or Zoom. Your first herbal appointment will be 60-90 minutes long. The herbalist will ask about
any medications, herbs, and supplements you currently take. The appointment will also include a detailed health history and a review of your diet. We work from a patient-centered philosophy, so our herbal recommendations will be tailored to meet your health goals.

After your appointment, the herbalist will prepare recommendations and research your current medications to avoid herb/drug interactions. After that, your herbalist will be available to explain and answer questions about the recommendations.

We are able to dispense herbs and supplements from our extensive apothecary and these can be mailed to you.

The herbalist will follow up after a few weeks to see if you have any questions or feedback about the herbal remedies.

Our program is tailored to your needs - you can book a single appointment or arrange to have regular follow-up appointments with your herbalist.

CRANIAL SACRAL THERAPY

Cranial sacral therapy (CST) focuses on the membranes and fluid that surround the central nervous system from the cranium (face and skill) to the sacrum (tailbone). Gentle manual techniques are used to help release these restrictions allowing the entire body to function with more ease CST is of incredible value to chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, head injuries, breathing and digestive problems, and much more. On the emotional level, CST is good for anxiety, emotional imbalances, and sleep problems.

A gentle, nurturing modality that promotes healing on all levels--physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Some of the benefits of these modalities include: strengthening of the immune system, pain reduction, lowering of stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as enhanced self-esteem and personal growth. It is a natural therapy that gently balances life energies and brings health and well-being to the recipient.

INTEGRATIVE ENERGY HEALING-COMING SOON!

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Herbal Shop

Compassion Roots also houses an Herbal Shop stocked with organic and wild-crafted herbs, from which herbalists prepare customized herbal remedies. Customers can purchase vitamins and nutritional supplements at a reduced cost from the Wellness Centre. In addition, we offer 82% subsidized herbal medicine programs to members by the Wellness Centre.

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APPLY TO SUBSIDY PROGRAMS

Do you have questions?

Would you like to schedule an appointment? Introduce yourself. Fill out our contact form or call us at (604) 709-0448 with detailed information and someone on the Compassion Roots team will contact you within 48 hours.

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We have openings for new clients in our subsidized herbal medicine and counselling programs.

Application for Reduced Fees: Applicants must provide a current copy of their Notice of Assessment (NOA) from Canada Revenue Services (CRA). The applicant's status will be reassessed each September. The applicant will be required to reapply with a current NOA from the CRA.

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