Martina Bagnoli comes from Italy and she completed her Bachelor of Science in Osteopathy at Italian Academy of Osteopathic Medicine (AIMO) and British College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) in 2016. She’s been part of the teaching body for articulatory techniques subject and as a thesis supervisor at AIMO.

Martina learned about osteopathy when she was a water skier athlete in Italy. She was constantly in contact with different therapists and, while they were explaining to her why she felt pain, she became passionate about the anatomy and the healing processes.

Martina’s approach sees the person as a whole unit in which mind and body are strictly connected. She likes to understand where the pain is coming from by analyzing the body, the movement and the personal lifestyle.

She believes that the patient and the therapist should work together to find the best treatment because each of us is different and has different needs.

Martina uses different types of manual techniques to help with different kinds of disorders such as muscle/articulation pain, chronic pain, stress, temporomandibular (TMD) and postural disorders, headaches, digestive or other visceral disorders.

Over the years Martina realized how much chronic pain is difficult to get rid of and how much this kind of pain interferes with the personal life and this is why she took interest in chronic pain management.

Martina loves to work with adults, kids, pregnant women and athletes.

When she’s not working, she loves to walk in nature, hike and do yoga.

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Dr. Kristina Engel is a passionate Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Dr. TCM) and Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) with a rich background in natural medicine and an unwavering dedication to healing. She finds deep purpose and honour in practising the world’s oldest living medicine — a system that respects the body’s innate wisdom and capacity to restore balance. As the visionary behind Acupuncture Sound Healing, Dr. Engel uniquely integrates acupuncture with the powerful vibration of quartz singing bowls and tuning forks. This harmonious fusion of frequency and needlework, also known as Acutonics, offers a truly transformative experience, unmatched elsewhere in the city. A certified Master Herbalist, Reflexologist, and Iridologist, Dr. Engel’s work is rooted in both science and spirit. Her decade-long experience as a professional acrobat and yoga instructor brings a profound understanding of movement, alignment, and energy flow to her treatments, enriching her holistic approach. Dr. Engel is highly skilled in fertility care and women’s health, Dr. Engel supports each patient with compassion and personalized guidance. She also offers cosmetic acupuncture facials and microneedling, artfully blending ancient techniques with modern skincare to rejuvenate both inner and outer beauty. Dr. Engel commonly treats a variety of conditions such as; IBS, stress, mental and emotional health, pain & musculoskeletal issues, immune and respiratory conditions, hormone balancing (for both men and women), sleep conditions and many more. Each treatment is personalized, because she firmly believes there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to medicine.

Known for her warm-hearted nature and genuine kindness, Kristina creates a safe and nurturing environment where healing can unfold naturally. She considers it a privilege to walk alongside others on their path to wellness. When not in the clinic, you’ll find her hiking in the mountains with her dog, recharging in nature’s quiet rhythm. Kristina is also fluent in French and Spanish.

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Sherry Jobani founded Unplug Hour Wellness in 2018 with a vision to create a space where patients feel heard, understood and supported in their health. As Founder and Clinical Director, her approach is grounded in the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine and shaped by a longstanding interest in biomedical medicine. Sherry is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCM.P.) and Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) in British Columbia. She earned her Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine degree from the Pacific Rim School of Complementary and Integrative Medicine. Before pursuing Traditional Chinese Medicine, her undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia included science and counselling. This early exposure to biomedical medicine helped shape the perspective she brings to her practice today and continues to influence how she considers Traditional Chinese Medicine alongside biomedical care.

Reproductive and perinatal health are significant areas of Sherry’s clinical practice. She supports patients through fertility treatment, IVF and IUI, preconception care, pregnancy, prenatal preparation and postpartum recovery. Sherry is familiar with IVF treatment protocols, allowing her to understand what patients may be experiencing at each stage and thoughtfully coordinate acupuncture care around treatment cycles, embryo transfer preparation, and pre and post transfer care. Her experience also includes supporting patients with PCOS, endometriosis, menstrual irregularities, recurrent pregnancy loss and male factor fertility concerns.

Sherry’s practice extends well beyond reproductive health, supporting both adults and children with a wide range of concerns. Her continued clinical education has included pediatric care with advanced training in the Shonishin method, allergies, the relationship between emotional wellbeing and physical health, and pain management. This additional training builds on her Traditional Chinese Medicine education and informs the individualized approach she brings to each patient.

Facial acupuncture is another important area of Sherry’s practice. She has completed advanced training in microneedling and aesthetic techniques, incorporating microneedling, facial acupuncture, gua sha and facial cupping into an individualized approach that considers both skin health and the person as a whole.

Beyond the clinic, Sherry treasures time with her children and finds joy in baking. Sherry also speaks Farsi.

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Dr. Agni Larsen, Dr. TCM, R.Ac., E-RYT 200, RYT 500 Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Registered Acupuncturist, Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher

Dr. Agni Larsen brings over 12 years of clinical experience and a deep, intuitive approach to every treatment. She blends the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, holistic care to support your physical, emotional, and energetic well-being.

Agni offers in-person treatments including acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine prescriptions, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion, facial acupuncture, and face, hair growth and body microneedling. She is passionate about skincare and annually upgrades her knowledge of facial gua sha, facial cupping and microneedling techniques. She also offers virtual yoga consultations that integrate qìgōng and mindful movement.

Her clinical focus includes mental and emotional health, addictions, insomnia, digestive issues, hormonal balance (menstrual and menopausal support), fertility and IVF/IUI collaboration, pregnancy support, pain management, and cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling.

She holds a Doctor of TCM from Pacific Rim College and a BA in Buddhist Studies from Kathmandu University. Agni has taught and supervised in Canada and Asia, and her care is shaped by her mixed European and Chinese-Malaysian heritage, global experience, and commitment to inclusive, heart-led healing.

If you’re looking for a grounded, compassionate practitioner who listens deeply and treats the root — not just the symptoms — you’re in the right place.

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Lidia Pamies is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) with advanced training in Buccal Therapy.

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been part of Lidia’s life from an early age. Growing up, her mother often turned to Chinese herbs to support common ailments, giving Lidia an early appreciation for the principles of Chinese Medicine and the role it can play in overall well-being.

Before pursuing acupuncture, Lidia studied Psychology and Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. During her studies, long hours of sitting led to persistent back pain, and she began receiving acupuncture treatments. After experiencing noticeable improvement within just a few sessions, her interest in Chinese Medicine deepened. Combined with the influence of her upbringing, the experience ultimately inspired her to pursue acupuncture professionally.

Lidia graduated from PCU College of Holistic Medicine with a Diploma in Acupuncture. Following graduation, she travelled to Tianjin, China, where she completed an internship at Tianjin Medical University General Hospital. During her time there, she studied alongside senior physicians and further developed her clinical knowledge and understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Lidia has a special interest in facial acupuncture, microneedling, Buccal Therapy, pain and muscular conditions, stress, gynecological health, and Traditional Chinese Medicine Food Therapy, also known as Shi Liao.

She has also completed advanced training in Holistic Buccal Massage in Vancouver. Her interest in facial wellness extends beyond aesthetics, with treatments focused on helping release muscular tension, support circulation and facial mobility, and promote a naturally refreshed and sculpted appearance.

Lidia brings a thoughtful and individualized approach to each treatment, combining the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern therapeutic techniques. She enjoys helping patients feel more comfortable in their bodies while supporting both their health and overall sense of well-being.

Outside of the clinic, Lidia enjoys thrifting, weightlifting, and curling up with her cat while watching movies.

Lidia is fluent in Mandarin, Spanish, and Catalan.

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Natalie Talson is a Master Practitioner of Clinical Counselling (MPCC) with a Master’s degree in Leadership. She has a deep compassion and unwavering patience for her clients, which comes from lived experience of having worked through her own mental health, women’s health, and chronic pain struggles. As a teacher at Rhodes Wellness College and from managing a charity at Canadian Mental Health, she provides psycho- education to support people struggling with anxiety and burnout.

She seeks to support people in finding regulation, safety, worthiness, and the resilience to grieve through pain, and find the beauty underneath. Natalie has a playful spirit and has performed poetry competitions, stand-up comedy, and community theatre, cultivating a vast appreciation for how the arts can heal and transform us.

Traditional Chinese Medicine has been a profound part of her own healing journey and she believes in holistic wellness and mind-body-heart integration. Natalie is committed to ongoing learning and growth, and to always finding time to have fun. She values empathy, connection, and play, and believes that everyone deserves to feel heard, to be seen, and to experience joy.

Natalie has a Professional Counselling Diploma, a Masters in Leadership, a 100 hour training for Trauma Resolution & Embodiment of Spirit, and a Foundations Certificate in Narrative Therapy.

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