Healthcare Consultations

Healthcare consultations are personalized sessions where professionals assess, guide, and support clients' unique health needs. Through thorough assessments and collaborative planning, practitioners develop tailored strategies that may include therapeutic care, prevention, and education. These sessions empower clients with knowledge and resources to make informed health decisions, fostering hol... Read More

Healthcare consultations are personalized sessions where professionals assess, guide, and support clients' unique health needs. Through thorough assessments and collaborative planning, practitioners develop tailored strategies that may include therapeutic care, prevention, and education. These sessions empower clients with knowledge and resources to make informed health decisions, fostering holistic well-being and ensuring high-quality, client-centred care.


Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a therapeutic technique in which fine needles are inserted at specific local and distal points on the body to regulate the flow of qi (energy), blood, and fluids. These points correspond to meridians, or energy pathways, influencing various body systems. By restoring the flow of qi, acupuncture promotes harmony within the body, alleviates pain, balances hormones, and addresses im... Read More

Acupuncture is a therapeutic technique in which fine needles are inserted at specific local and distal points on the body to regulate the flow of qi (energy), blood, and fluids. These points correspond to meridians, or energy pathways, influencing various body systems. By restoring the flow of qi, acupuncture promotes harmony within the body, alleviates pain, balances hormones, and addresses imbalances in the digestive, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems. Acupuncture is commonly used for pain management, stress relief, and supporting general wellness.


Moxibustion

Moxibustion is a traditional treatment that involves burning mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) near specific acupuncture points or directly on the skin to generate heat. This heat invigorates the flow of qi, promotes circulation, and treats cold conditions, deficiencies, and stagnation within body systems. Moxibustion can be performed with direct contact (where the herb is placed on the skin) or ind... Read More

Moxibustion is a traditional treatment that involves burning mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) near specific acupuncture points or directly on the skin to generate heat. This heat invigorates the flow of qi, promotes circulation, and treats cold conditions, deficiencies, and stagnation within body systems. Moxibustion can be performed with direct contact (where the herb is placed on the skin) or indirect methods, such as heat lamps (e.g., TDP lamps). It is particularly effective for chronic pain, digestive issues, and poor circulation.


Cupping

Cupping therapy involves placing glass or silicone cups on the skin to create suction, promoting blood flow and enhancing circulation. The suction helps to lift the skin and underlying tissues, enhancing lymphatic drainage, alleviating muscle tension, and stimulating the flow of qi. Cupping is commonly used for pain relief, particularly in the back, shoulders, and neck, and it helps with condit... Read More

Cupping therapy involves placing glass or silicone cups on the skin to create suction, promoting blood flow and enhancing circulation. The suction helps to lift the skin and underlying tissues, enhancing lymphatic drainage, alleviating muscle tension, and stimulating the flow of qi. Cupping is commonly used for pain relief, particularly in the back, shoulders, and neck, and it helps with conditions like respiratory congestion, digestive disturbances, and sports injuries.


Gua Sha (Dermal Friction)

Gua sha is a traditional healing technique that involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool, typically made of jade or other stones. This action stimulates circulation and helps release muscle tension, resolving stagnation of qi or blood. Gua sha is often used to treat pain, reduce inflammation, promote detoxification, and support the healing of respiratory conditions. It is especially ... Read More

Gua sha is a traditional healing technique that involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool, typically made of jade or other stones. This action stimulates circulation and helps release muscle tension, resolving stagnation of qi or blood. Gua sha is often used to treat pain, reduce inflammation, promote detoxification, and support the healing of respiratory conditions. It is especially effective in addressing musculoskeletal issues like tight muscles, neck pain, or tension headaches.


Tuina Massage

Tuina is a Chinese therapeutic massage that uses hand techniques to manipulate the soft tissue, muscles, and acupoints along the body’s meridians. It is designed to balance the flow of qi and blood, relieve pain, improve flexibility, and encourage the body’s self-healing. Tuina is particularly effective for musculoskeletal issues, stress relief, and chronic pain conditions. It is often used in ... Read More

Tuina is a Chinese therapeutic massage that uses hand techniques to manipulate the soft tissue, muscles, and acupoints along the body’s meridians. It is designed to balance the flow of qi and blood, relieve pain, improve flexibility, and encourage the body’s self-healing. Tuina is particularly effective for musculoskeletal issues, stress relief, and chronic pain conditions. It is often used in conjunction with other therapies to promote overall health and balance.


Herbal Consultation

Herbal consultation involves a personalized approach to health where a trained practitioner assesses an individual’s health concerns and recommends specific herbs to address imbalances within the body. During the consultation, the practitioner gathers information about the client’s symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history to create a tailored herbal plan that may include teas, tinctures, or sup... Read More

Herbal consultation involves a personalized approach to health where a trained practitioner assesses an individual’s health concerns and recommends specific herbs to address imbalances within the body. During the consultation, the practitioner gathers information about the client’s symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history to create a tailored herbal plan that may include teas, tinctures, or supplements. Herbal remedies are used to support various body systems, such as the digestive, immune, or respiratory systems, promoting healing, balancing energy, and enhancing overall well-being. The practitioner also provides guidance on dosage, usage, and potential interactions, ensuring a safe and effective treatment plan.

Benjamin Freidlin is a dedicated healthcare practitioner who integrates contemporary and traditional healing practices to provide holistic care. As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), and a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R. TCMP) and Registered Acupuncturist (R. Ac) with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario (CTCMPAO), Benjamin combines a broad range of therapeutic modalities to support his clients’ health and well-being.

With additional certifications as a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist (RCRT), Licensed Canadian Reflexology Teacher (LCRT), and RCRT Examiner with the Reflexology Association of Canada (RAC), he brings specialized knowledge in reflexology to his practice. Benjamin is also certified in Ayurveda, yoga, and Reiki, which further enriches his holistic approach, helping clients restore balance to their bodies and minds.

Benjamin’s clinical focus spans orthopedics, fertility and obstetrics, addictions and mental health, and oncology. As a Perinatal Support Worker, he provides compassionate guidance to individuals and families through pregnancy and childbirth. His commitment to supporting mental health is reinforced through his background in addictions and mental health counselling, and he is currently expanding his practice as a nurse psychotherapist, blending natural and physical healing methods to address mental health challenges with empathy and care.

In addition to his clinical work, Benjamin is a course instructor, facilitator, and clinical supervisor at the Canadian College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (CCTCM), where he helps shape the next generation of healthcare providers. He is also an active board member of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association of Canada (TCMAC), contributing to advancing the field of traditional Chinese medicine.

Benjamin’s integrative approach ensures that all aspects of health, body, mind, and spirit, are considered in every treatment, empowering clients to experience healing and wellness on a deeper level.

Benjamin Freidlin is a dedicated healthcare practitioner who integrates contemporary and traditio... Read More

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