Maria Marek, M.Sc, R.Ac, D.TCM, RBT
Registered Acupuncturist
Maria has always been an advocate for natural healing, wellness and integrative medicine. After graduating from the College of International Holistic Studies specializing in Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Quantum Biofeedback, she continued to pursue her passion helping people on their road to recovery.
Maria applies her strong educational background to diagnose and treat virtually any health condition within the realms of Chinese medicine such as acute and chronic pain, headaches, sciatica, insomnia, neurological, gastrointestinal, gynecological, respiratory and psychological disorders.
With a passion for education, Maria went on to complete advanced training in orthopedic cupping and sport medicine acupuncture under the direction of world-renowned sports medicine pioneer, Whitfield Reaves. Additionally, she has pursued training in the unique Exstore system (to test and correct muscle imbalances), Integrated Myofascial release and Muscle energy techniques, Neuropuncture, YNSA-Japanese style of Scalp acupuncture. Furthermore, she has completed Orthopedic acupuncture course with emphasis on all common shoulder, hip and low back conditions, Athletic Performance Enhancement training and numerous TCM courses for internal illnesses.
As a recreational athlete herself, Maria understands the wear and tear being active can have on the body and is experienced treating all types of sports injuries, complex neurological conditions and musculoskeletal pain.
Maria is both caring and passionate in assisting people on their journey to wellness. She is a member in good standing at the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario and her services are covered by all insurance companies.