Verena McCrae, R.Ac, Dr of TCM, B.A
Hello, my name is Verena (pronounced Vuh-renna).
Growing up in the tropics of South America, I learned to value our innate connection to nature from an early age. As a kid, my family and I explored the wild, visiting places like the Amazon Rainforest, mountains and swimming in the Caribbean Ocean on weekends. Spanish and German are my first languages!
Feeling the ways in which we are connected to the natural world instilled a deep sense of wonder for my surroundings from an early age. Now, as a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this wonder has become central to my practice and my everyday life.
Despite leaving my homeland for Canada at age 11, Venezuela left a lasting impression on me and taught me the importance of connecting with our natural world. This reverence for nature led me to find my passion for health and wellness; first, I studied my bachelor of psychology at McMaster University while playing University Volleyball. Then, upon moving to Vancouver Island, to be closer to the mountains and ocean, I received my acupuncture license in 2010. Discovering TCM made me feel like my world made more sense. This new lens—one which reinforced the intuitive knowing that we are part of nature, not separate—inspired me to continue my studies at Pacific Rim College in Victoria, BC, where I became a doctor of TCM in 2015.
I relate to this way of health and wellness with every single part of me. I love how this ancient approach to medicine supports the mind, body, and spirit—helping to address not only physical ailments, but their emotional and spiritual roots, too. Each of us has the ability to heal, and I feel honoured to facilitate this process of healing within my patients.
Offering Acupuncture for:
Nervous system regulation
Stress management
PTSD support
Digestive support
Sleep support/Insomnia
Body tension & pain
Head/jaw/neck/face tension
Seasonal Allergies
Sciatic pain
Facial wellness
General Wellbeing
Headaches
Bell's Palsy
Hormonal Support & Menstrual Support
Fertility journey support
Menopause support
You can visit my [Personal website](www.verenamccrae.com)
A beautifully nourishing treatment to target root imbalances, calm the nervous system, help tone muscles, stimulate collagen and elastin production, increase circulation and enhance overall well…
$16055 min
Cervical Ripening & Induction Acupuncture
To begin at 36 weeks, acupuncture is used to help prepare you for birth and encourage labour. By increasing blood flow, the uterus and cervix are softened and thinned which helps baby pass.
One…
$13550 min
Fertility Support Acupuncture
Weekly, or bi-weekly treatments to help support your fertility journey. Coming in at least 3 months in advance to prepare is recommended.
If you have a transfer day planned, come in weekly…
$13550 min
Full Nervous System Reset Acupuncture Series
Weekly treatments for 6-8 weeks to help fully reset and restore your nervous system. This includes Acupuncture and may include cupping, gua sha, and other tools used in the modality of Traditional…
$13555 min
Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine VisitNew patient
For new patients seeking Acupuncture & TCM Herbal Medicine.
Please note the cost of herbs is not included.
Herbs will usually be prescribed between the 1st and 3rd visit. Herbal Medicine…
$15555 min
Acupuncture VisitNew patient
During your consultation a history of your health and wellbeing will be discussed, followed by an examination and treatment that may consist of Acupuncture, cupping or other tools within the modality…
2 options
$135–$155· 55 minFrom $135 to $155 for 55 min — the cheapest and the dearest acupuncture appointments this clinic charges for.
Acupuncture Visit with VerenaNew patient
During your consultation a history of your health and wellbeing will be discussed, followed by an examination and treatment that may consist of Acupuncture, cupping or other tools within the modality…
2 options
$135–$155· 55 minFrom $135 to $155 for 55 min — the cheapest and the dearest acupuncture appointments this clinic charges for.
Pregnancy Support Acupuncture
A deeply relaxing way to support you throughout pregnancy, helping various pregnancy symptoms and ailments in a natural way.
This treatment that can be done at any stage of pregnancy that can…
