Acupuncture
Susan Pettipas
R.Ac, CCI, CHC, BBA · Acupuncturist, Iridologist & Reiki Master
Susan graduated from a private college in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, completing a three-year program. She is now based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, where she continues to expand her skills and serve her community.
Susan specializes in treatment for painful symptoms and conditions associated with pain management, including psycho-emotional conditions such as stress, anxiety, and PTSD. She provides care for a wide variety of conditions including musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical recovery, women's health concerns (PMS, menopause, fertility), digestive disorders, arthritis, migraines, and more.
Prior to becoming an acupuncturist, Susan graduated from a private college in Utah for Herbalism, after which she created her own line of herbal remedies. She is also a graduate of a private program in Constitutional Iridology, a registered member of the International Iridology Practitioners Association, a Reiki Master, and a Sound Therapy Practitioner.
In her free time, Susan recharges in nature, grows and harvests plants for food and remedies, stays active through soccer, curling, and dance, and enjoys cuddles with her fur kids. She would love to welcome you for a consultation and help you regain your balance and wellness.
Services & Booking
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture Initial AssessmentFirst Visit
Your first session includes a detailed health assessment followed by gentle needle insertion at specific points to promote healing, reduce pain, and balance energy. A personalized treatment plan will be recommended.
75 minAcupuncture Treatment (60 min)
Follow-up sessions continue to target specific areas from your treatment plan to promote healing and address ongoing symptoms. Regular sessions are recommended as acupuncture works cumulatively.
60 minGua Sha & Cupping (60 min)
Fire cupping and gua sha to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and alleviate pain, tension, and stress.
60 minGua Sha & Cupping (30 min)
A shorter fire cupping and gua sha session to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and alleviate pain, tension, and stress.
30 minFacial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
Facial Rejuvenation — Initial VisitFirst Visit
A non-surgical holistic treatment combining facial and body acupuncture, gua sha, and cupping to enhance skin health, lift and firm, reduce fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and puffiness, and improve overall skin radiance. Includes a detailed health assessment. 10 consecutive sessions recommended for optimal results.
90 minFacial Rejuvenation Treatment (75 min)
Follow-up facial acupuncture sessions to continue enhancing skin appearance and addressing specific concerns. Each session builds on the previous treatments. Regular appointments recommended for optimal results.
75 minSound Therapy
Acutonics & Biofield Tuning
An integrative sound-based treatment combining tuning forks applied to acupuncture points (Acutonics) and the body's electromagnetic field (Biofield Tuning) to support nervous system regulation, pain relief, emotional balance, and energetic coherence. Beneficial for pain, post-concussion symptoms, stress, anxiety, fatigue, and nervous system dysregulation.
45 minConstitutional IridologySpecialist Service
Constitutional Iridology Assessment
A comprehensive two-part assessment exploring constitutional health tendencies through iris analysis and health history review. Includes a 60-min intake and iris imaging session, practitioner analysis, and a 60-min results and recommendations session. Educational and preventative in nature — does not replace medical diagnosis.
60 minIridology Integration Follow-UpPost-Assessment
Supports the practical application of insights from your Constitutional Iridology Assessment — helping you integrate lifestyle, nutrition, and natural health strategies into your daily routine. May be booked as needed following your assessment.
45 minOther Health Services
Reiki Treatment
A gentle, non-invasive healing technique that promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and supports the body's natural healing ability through channeling universal life force energy. Ideal for anxiety, tension, fatigue, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions.
30 minQuantum Scan
Using advanced bio-resonance technology, the Quantum Scanner analyzes 45 key bio markers in the body. Non-invasive — no radiation or harmful impacts.
45 min