Read below for the many Heart & Hands stories our practitioners, clients & volunteers have shared so far :)
We love community. And we love stories. Humans of Heart & Hands is a collection of practitioner, volunteer & client accounts of how Heart & Hands Health Collective has made a positive impact in their lives.
Your stories are a living document of how community acupuncture can change the world, shifting societal views about self-care, the use of traditional modalities for prevention as well as supporting our organization and it’s hardworking practitioners.
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A little about Christina
Christina is active in the community, she is passionate about using acupuncture as a tool … A little about Christina Read more »
A little about Jenica
Jenica Geisler completed her diploma in Doctorate studies of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Academy of … A little about Jenica Read more »
Hey Christina, I’ve been starting a daily poetry practice. Yesterday I wrote one called ‘Heart & Hands’. And I just want to say thank you for the help you’ve provided to my emotional and physical health over the years. Here’s the poem:
Pockets of air Bubbling up Under my skin Building up walls Blocking energy Burning, bubbling … Hey Christina, I’ve been starting a daily poetry practice. Yesterday I wrote one called ‘Heart & Hands’. And I just want to say thank…
Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people.
Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people. I … Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people. Read more »
A little about Susan.
Susan came across acupuncture in her efforts to heal a sore back and a broken … A little about Susan. Read more »
This community minded inclusive space, with so many thoughtful elements makes me feel comfortable, welcome, and cared for…
I found Heart and Hands through word of mouth recommendations from friends, and am immeasurably … This community minded inclusive space, with so many thoughtful elements makes me feel comfortable, welcome, and cared for… Read more »
I finally found the space for healing I needed…
Heart & Hands Health Collective has helped me in such a profound way. I have … I finally found the space for healing I needed… Read more »
My experience at H&H has helped to restore a sense of connection to my body and to community here in Victoria.
As an East Coaster living in BC, my loved ones are scattered across time zones. … My experience at H&H has helped to restore a sense of connection to my body and to community here in Victoria. Read more »
A little about Veronica.
Veronica’s first experience with acupuncture was right here at Heart & Hands. After becoming a … A little about Veronica. Read more »
A pioneer in caring for people from all walks of life…
Heart & Hands is not only a pillar of the downtown community and a pioneer … A pioneer in caring for people from all walks of life… Read more »
It takes great courage and requires incredible vulnerability to share personal history with someone you don’t know…
I luckily stumbled upon Heart & Hands via one of my close friends from school … It takes great courage and requires incredible vulnerability to share personal history with someone you don’t know… Read more »
It is a pleasure to be a part of this amazing health collective
My experience doing dental hygiene treatment at H&H has been very rewarding. The clientele who … It is a pleasure to be a part of this amazing health collective Read more »
Knowing I’m in a place where they value offering their services to people of all economic backgrounds is also healing for me
I have been a client and fan of Heart & Hands for several years. Something … Knowing I’m in a place where they value offering their services to people of all economic backgrounds is also healing for me Read more…
So grateful to work in a space that strongly supports a vision of the world I want to live in.
Each time I enter Heart & Hands my shoulders begin to drop and I can … So grateful to work in a space that strongly supports a vision of the world I want to live in. Read more »
A bright & cheerful presence
T.N. is always an enthusiastic, curious and cheerful presence behind our front desk as he … A bright & cheerful presence Read more »
A weekly routine
This is W.H. & his beautiful mother L.M. about to head into their weekly acunap.
A talented & empathetic individual
R.C. is a talented and empathetic individual who keeps our front desk organized like a … A talented & empathetic individual Read more »
A family affair
Judith and Jeremy are father and daughter acu-nappers, one of our many pairs of family … A family affair Read more »
Those love together, nap together
The Del Sols have been steadfast H&H clients since 2012!
Lovely & wacky
K.G. is one of the lovely and wacky faces you will see behind our front … Lovely & wacky Read more »
Birds of a feather
Vera is a fierce and fearless street nurse working with the clients of Portland Hotel … Birds of a feather Read more »
Volunteer power!
K.B. is one of the 12 smiling faces of our amazing volunteer team that powers … Volunteer power! Read more »
Restoration. Resurgence. Rest.
Heart & Hands Health Collective is my go to place every week for my incurable … Restoration. Resurgence. Rest. Read more »
A sunny & courageous soul
A.M. is a sunny, optimistic and courageous soul. She is a cancer survivor. She has … A sunny & courageous soul Read more »
A vital & indispensable part of her quality of life & wellness
This is Rosy ♡ She’s considers the community acupuncture we provide here at Heart & … A vital & indispensable part of her quality of life & wellness Read more »
My wise community acupuncture comrade
This my wise colleague and fellow community acupuncture comrade Dr. Brewster Scott, ND. Brewster is a … My wise community acupuncture comrade Read more »
An aspiring acupunk
This is David! He is an aspiring acupunk, acupuncture student at Oshio College and formerly … An aspiring acupunk Read more »
A last stitch effort to manage chronic pain
This is Lonnie ♡ She’s come to Heart & Hands as a last stitch effort … A last stitch effort to manage chronic pain Read more »
Keeping Heart & Hands running like a well-oiled machine
This is Jayne! She is one of the smiling faces you see behind our front … Keeping Heart & Hands running like a well-oiled machine Read more »
A loyal & regular client
This is Gail ♡ She’s been a loyal and regular Heart & Hands client for … A loyal & regular client Read more »
Thursday morning dream team :)
Melissa & Meatball, the pug, have been longterm clients at Heart & Hands as well … Thursday morning dream team :) Read more »
If there is one Lacey, there is always more…
Myself & the lovely, warm and generous sisters Pam & Wanda Lacey – who without … If there is one Lacey, there is always more… Read more »
The team at Heart & Hands have been instrumental in helping me
I was referred to Heart & Hands by a friend, and came to my first … The team at Heart & Hands have been instrumental in helping me Read more »
Gift of a nettle patch
Thank you H.P. for the beautiful card & patch, nettle is indeed a tenacious, magical … Gift of a nettle patch Read more »
This is Jason, PHS edition
This is Jason. PHS gave him his health back. He was living on the street … This is Jason, PHS edition Read more »
PHS is allowing to get grounded and get my health back together
This is James. This is what he says about PHS: “PHS is allowing me to … PHS is allowing to get grounded and get my health back together Read more »
Crystal finds acupuncture soothing
Crystal finds acupuncture soothing. The sessions she gets at PHS has helped her sleep, manage … Crystal finds acupuncture soothing Read more »
I feel welcome in the space, I feel taken care of while there
I came to Heart and Hands Health Collective, in a great deal of social, spiritual, … I feel welcome in the space, I feel taken care of while there Read more »
A reflection on 8 years
I founded Heart & Hands Oct. 5, 2010 and here is what I have learned … A reflection on 8 years Read more »
Thank you so much for helping me throughout my cancer treatments
It’s been an honour to help support you through a difficult transition in your life, … Thank you so much for helping me throughout my cancer treatments Read more »
Extra big thank you for your gift and skill with acupuncture
Hi Christina, I wanted to send you and extra big thank you for your gift … Extra big thank you for your gift and skill with acupuncture Read more »
I highly recommend Heart and Hands
I had never tried acupuncture before but as my due date approached, and then passed, … I highly recommend Heart and Hands Read more »
Thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session
Hi Christina, I wanted to thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session. It … Thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session Read more »
H&H story by E.C.
This is beautiful artwork done in ink and printed on cardstock was illustrated by one … H&H story by E.C. Read more »
Pokes are for kids too!
Because awesome earthlings like 13 yr old Max also get poked to keep their seasonal … Pokes are for kids too! Read more »
Save travels Millie!
Yesterday we bid farewell to Millie for another year! Her daughter Colette flew over from … Save travels Millie! Read more »
H&H Story from Q.H.
I didn’t know how much I needed acupuncture, until I decided to get over … H&H Story from Q.H. Read more »
H&H Story from Ka.D.
Heart & Hands Community has been amazing to me and my health! I have been … H&H Story from Ka.D. Read more »
H&H Story from E.C. & N :)
Christina, My baby boy came within the 48 window you predicted. He stayed head down … H&H Story from E.C. & N :) Read more »
H&H story from K.J.
A good friend of mine one day convinced me to tag along with her to … H&H story from K.J. Read more »
H&H story from G.D.
Back in September 2016, I received a serious head injury that resulted in a long … H&H story from G.D. Read more »
H&H story from M.L.
I have been receiving acupuncture treatment regularly since 1991, usually once a month. This was … H&H story from M.L. Read more »
H&H Story from K.D.
In early 2014 escalating neck and shoulder pain lead me to scour the Internet in … H&H Story from K.D. Read more »
H&H Story from J.A.
So grateful to the awesome acupunks at Heart & Hands! I’ve been receiving loving, supportive, … H&H Story from J.A. Read more »
H&H Story from W.L.
I have a tear in my rotator cuff, so I was going to physio for … H&H Story from W.L. Read more »
H&H Story from M.C.
My body wouldn’t stop shaking. I lay awake in a cold sweat, my mind spinning. … H&H Story from M.C. Read more »
H&H story from L.K.
When my partner and I decided to have a baby, we soon learned that I … H&H story from L.K. Read more »
A little about Christina
Christina is active in the community, she is passionate about using acupuncture as a tool … A little about Christina Read more »
A little about Jenica
Jenica Geisler completed her diploma in Doctorate studies of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Academy of … A little about Jenica Read more »
Hey Christina, I’ve been starting a daily poetry practice. Yesterday I wrote one called ‘Heart & Hands’. And I just want to say thank you for the help you’ve provided to my emotional and physical health over the years. Here’s the poem:
Pockets of air Bubbling up Under my skin Building up walls Blocking energy Burning, bubbling … Hey Christina, I’ve been starting a daily poetry practice. Yesterday I wrote one called ‘Heart & Hands’. And I just want to say thank you for the help you’ve provided to my emotional and…
Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people.
Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people. I … Heart & Hands is a wonderful inclusive space that gives to so many people. Read more »
A little about Susan.
Susan came across acupuncture in her efforts to heal a sore back and a broken … A little about Susan. Read more »
This community minded inclusive space, with so many thoughtful elements makes me feel comfortable, welcome, and cared for…
I found Heart and Hands through word of mouth recommendations from friends, and am immeasurably … This community minded inclusive space, with so many thoughtful elements makes me feel comfortable, welcome, and cared for… Read more »
I finally found the space for healing I needed…
Heart & Hands Health Collective has helped me in such a profound way. I have … I finally found the space for healing I needed… Read more »
My experience at H&H has helped to restore a sense of connection to my body and to community here in Victoria.
As an East Coaster living in BC, my loved ones are scattered across time zones. … My experience at H&H has helped to restore a sense of connection to my body and to community here in Victoria. Read more »
A little about Veronica.
Veronica’s first experience with acupuncture was right here at Heart & Hands. After becoming a … A little about Veronica. Read more »
A pioneer in caring for people from all walks of life…
Heart & Hands is not only a pillar of the downtown community and a pioneer … A pioneer in caring for people from all walks of life… Read more »
It takes great courage and requires incredible vulnerability to share personal history with someone you don’t know…
I luckily stumbled upon Heart & Hands via one of my close friends from school … It takes great courage and requires incredible vulnerability to share personal history with someone you don’t know… Read more »
It is a pleasure to be a part of this amazing health collective
My experience doing dental hygiene treatment at H&H has been very rewarding. The clientele who … It is a pleasure to be a part of this amazing health collective Read more »
Knowing I’m in a place where they value offering their services to people of all economic backgrounds is also healing for me
I have been a client and fan of Heart & Hands for several years. Something … Knowing I’m in a place where they value offering their services to people of all economic backgrounds is also healing for me Read more »
So grateful to work in a space that strongly supports a vision of the world I want to live in.
Each time I enter Heart & Hands my shoulders begin to drop and I can … So grateful to work in a space that strongly supports a vision of the world I want to live in. Read more »
A bright & cheerful presence
T.N. is always an enthusiastic, curious and cheerful presence behind our front desk as he … A bright & cheerful presence Read more »
A talented & empathetic individual
R.C. is a talented and empathetic individual who keeps our front desk organized like a … A talented & empathetic individual Read more »
A family affair
Judith and Jeremy are father and daughter acu-nappers, one of our many pairs of family … A family affair Read more »
Lovely & wacky
K.G. is one of the lovely and wacky faces you will see behind our front … Lovely & wacky Read more »
Last day!
C.R. one of our brilliant front desk volunteers on her LAST DAY behind the desk … Last day! Read more »
Birds of a feather
Vera is a fierce and fearless street nurse working with the clients of Portland Hotel … Birds of a feather Read more »
Volunteer power!
K.B. is one of the 12 smiling faces of our amazing volunteer team that powers … Volunteer power! Read more »
Restoration. Resurgence. Rest.
Heart & Hands Health Collective is my go to place every week for my incurable … Restoration. Resurgence. Rest. Read more »
A sunny & courageous soul
A.M. is a sunny, optimistic and courageous soul. She is a cancer survivor. She has … A sunny & courageous soul Read more »
A vital & indispensable part of her quality of life & wellness
This is Rosy ♡ She’s considers the community acupuncture we provide here at Heart & … A vital & indispensable part of her quality of life & wellness Read more »
My wise community acupuncture comrade
This my wise colleague and fellow community acupuncture comrade Dr. Brewster Scott, ND. Brewster is a … My wise community acupuncture comrade Read more »
An aspiring acupunk
This is David! He is an aspiring acupunk, acupuncture student at Oshio College and formerly … An aspiring acupunk Read more »
A last stitch effort to manage chronic pain
This is Lonnie ♡ She’s come to Heart & Hands as a last stitch effort … A last stitch effort to manage chronic pain Read more »
Keeping Heart & Hands running like a well-oiled machine
This is Jayne! She is one of the smiling faces you see behind our front … Keeping Heart & Hands running like a well-oiled machine Read more »
A loyal & regular client
This is Gail ♡ She’s been a loyal and regular Heart & Hands client for … A loyal & regular client Read more »
Thursday morning dream team :)
Melissa & Meatball, the pug, have been longterm clients at Heart & Hands as well … Thursday morning dream team :) Read more »
If there is one Lacey, there is always more…
Myself & the lovely, warm and generous sisters Pam & Wanda Lacey – who without … If there is one Lacey, there is always more… Read more »
The team at Heart & Hands have been instrumental in helping me
I was referred to Heart & Hands by a friend, and came to my first … The team at Heart & Hands have been instrumental in helping me Read more »
Gift of a nettle patch
Thank you H.P. for the beautiful card & patch, nettle is indeed a tenacious, magical … Gift of a nettle patch Read more »
This is Jason, PHS edition
This is Jason. PHS gave him his health back. He was living on the street … This is Jason, PHS edition Read more »
PHS is allowing to get grounded and get my health back together
This is James. This is what he says about PHS: “PHS is allowing me to … PHS is allowing to get grounded and get my health back together Read more »
Crystal finds acupuncture soothing
Crystal finds acupuncture soothing. The sessions she gets at PHS has helped her sleep, manage … Crystal finds acupuncture soothing Read more »
I feel welcome in the space, I feel taken care of while there
I came to Heart and Hands Health Collective, in a great deal of social, spiritual, … I feel welcome in the space, I feel taken care of while there Read more »
A reflection on 8 years
I founded Heart & Hands Oct. 5, 2010 and here is what I have learned … A reflection on 8 years Read more »
Thank you so much for helping me throughout my cancer treatments
It’s been an honour to help support you through a difficult transition in your life, … Thank you so much for helping me throughout my cancer treatments Read more »
Extra big thank you for your gift and skill with acupuncture
Hi Christina, I wanted to send you and extra big thank you for your gift … Extra big thank you for your gift and skill with acupuncture Read more »
I highly recommend Heart and Hands
I had never tried acupuncture before but as my due date approached, and then passed, … I highly recommend Heart and Hands Read more »
Thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session
Hi Christina, I wanted to thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session. It … Thank you for your acupuncture tips and the session Read more »
H&H story by E.C.
This is beautiful artwork done in ink and printed on cardstock was illustrated by one … H&H story by E.C. Read more »
Pokes are for kids too!
Because awesome earthlings like 13 yr old Max also get poked to keep their seasonal … Pokes are for kids too! Read more »
Save travels Millie!
Yesterday we bid farewell to Millie for another year! Her daughter Colette flew over from … Save travels Millie! Read more »
H&H Story from Q.H.
I didn’t know how much I needed acupuncture, until I decided to get over … H&H Story from Q.H. Read more »
H&H Story from Ka.D.
Heart & Hands Community has been amazing to me and my health! I have been … H&H Story from Ka.D. Read more »
H&H Story from E.C. & N :)
Christina, My baby boy came within the 48 window you predicted. He stayed head down … H&H Story from E.C. & N :) Read more »
H&H story from K.J.
A good friend of mine one day convinced me to tag along with her to … H&H story from K.J. Read more »
H&H story from G.D.
Back in September 2016, I received a serious head injury that resulted in a long … H&H story from G.D. Read more »
H&H story from M.L.
I have been receiving acupuncture treatment regularly since 1991, usually once a month. This was … H&H story from M.L. Read more »
H&H Story from K.D.
In early 2014 escalating neck and shoulder pain lead me to scour the Internet in … H&H Story from K.D. Read more »
H&H Story from J.A.
So grateful to the awesome acupunks at Heart & Hands! I’ve been receiving loving, supportive, … H&H Story from J.A. Read more »
H&H Story from W.L.
I have a tear in my rotator cuff, so I was going to physio for … H&H Story from W.L. Read more »
H&H Story from M.C.
My body wouldn’t stop shaking. I lay awake in a cold sweat, my mind spinning. … H&H Story from M.C. Read more »
H&H story from L.K.
When my partner and I decided to have a baby, we soon learned that I … H&H story from L.K. Read more »