Maddie Hibbard D.Ac is currently on Maternity Leave, effective July 1st 2024. For new and existing clients inquiring about an appointment or referral for acupuncture in Whitehorse - please email maddie@twinflowertherapeutics.ca
Maddie is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine acupuncturist interested in community, ecology and culture. She holds a diploma of acupuncture from Pacific Rim College of Integrative Medicine and a dual B.A. in environmental studies and political science from the University of Victoria. She is credentialed as a Dr. of Acupuncture under the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada.
Sustainability fuels her passion for traditional healing techniques that are inherently aligned with nature. Drawing from an educational background in ethnobotany, ancient Chinese philosophy and bioregional herbalism, she aims to help others cultivate empathetic relationships with themselves, their communities and the environment.
As a life-long learner, Maddie works to stay up to date on current research and treatment approaches and continues to study, grow and share what she’s learned. Through close collaboration with her patients, she tailors treatments to address unique symptom patterns while offering an empathetic ear when it is needed most.
Her areas of focus and advanced training include:
Reproductive health, hormone health and fertility - Maddie holds multiple certifications in the treatment of conditions that impact fertility and is trained in best practices for supporting those coping with complex infertility or pregnancy loss. She assists patients with strategies to support IVF success, improve egg quality and uterine receptivity, while providing treatment options for advanced maternal age.
Maternal health - birth preparation, prenatal and postpartum support - Maddie is trained in birth preparation techniques for expecting parents using manual and electro-acupuncture for cervical ripening/effacement, improving fetal position, and promoting an efficient labour and smooth recovery period. Her treatments provide drug-free pain and symptom relief at any stage of pregnancy or post-partum.
Mental health - addictions, depression, anxiety and stress management - Maddie is certified as an Acupuncture Detox Specialist (AcuDetox) with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association.
Cosmetic Acupuncture - Maddie has completed the Facial Rejuvenation Certification Series with Virginia Doran, M.Ac., L.Ac., LMT
The treatment of pain and rehabilitation from acute or chronic injury - Maddie has pursued continuing education and advanced training in the treatment of sports injuries and orthopedic conditions. In addition to traditional acupuncture, she utilizes Tui Na massage, cupping, gua sha and electro-acupuncture to achieve results.