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Community Acupuncture

A Signature Offering of Affordable Group Treatments in a Calm, Semi-Private Space

Tsumugi Healing Arts is committed to making meaningful care accessible.

Our signature community acupuncture (sometimes also called Group Acupuncture) offers gentle treatments in a shared, quietly held space. This model allows you to receive high-quality, individualized acupuncture while sharing the room with only a small number of others. Many people find the collective setting grounding and surprisingly peaceful.

What Is Community Acupuncture?

This shared environment makes it possible to offer a lower fee without compromising on safety, skill, or individualized attention.

All treatments are provided by a Registered Acupuncturist with advanced training and experience. Community sessions are held to the same standards of safety and professionalism as individual care.

Many patients choose community acupuncture because it allows them to receive more frequent care, which is often the key to lasting results.

Community acupuncture is a signature approach to making regular treatment more accessible.

Instead of a private room, you’ll be seated in a comfortable zero-gravity chair alongside up to two or three other patients.

Spots are limited to just 3 per hour to maintain a calm, respectful atmosphere.

This offering is designed for those who appreciate both community connection and personal privacy.

Sessions take place in our quiet space at #302, 253 Danforth Avenue, Toronto (3rd floor walk-up, no elevator access). For details, visit our Locations & Hours page.

Who and What This Signature Community Acupuncture Is For

Community acupuncture is a good fit if you are:

  • Budget conscious or looking for accessible care

  • Curious about acupuncture but hesitant to start privately

  • Seeking regular care, stress relief, or preventive care

  • Moving through life transitions, grief, trauma, or burnout

  • Recovering postpartum or supporting hormonal balance

Community acupuncture can help address a wide range of concerns, including:

Stress and Emotional Health

  • Anxiety, depression, chronic stress

  • Trauma recovery, PTSD, grief, life transitions

  • Burnout, addictions

Pain and Musculoskeletal Tension

  • Chronic pain, muscle tension, headaches, migraines

Menstrual and Reproductive Health

  • Irregular cycles, PMS, cramps, heavy bleeding

  • Endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis

  • Fertility support, miscarriage recovery, pregnancy care, morning sickness, labour preparation

  • postpartum healing

Hormonal Concerns

  • (Peri)menopause, thyroid imbalance, metabolic concerns

Digestive Health

  • Bloating, nausea, cravings, acid reflux, IBS, constipation, diarrhea

Sleep and Energy

  • Insomnia, fatigue, low energy

General Wellness

  • Immune support, circulation, maintenance care

If you have complex or sensitive concerns that need more time or privacy, private acupuncture appointments remain available.

How Community Acupuncture Works (Intake, Treatment, and Re-Evaluation)

Online Intake (New & Returning After 4 Months)

Your privacy is essential, and understanding your health story helps us provide truly individualized care.

All new clients—or those returning after more than 4 months—begin with a 30-minute private online intake (video or phone). During this time, we’ll review your health history, current concerns, and goals in detail.

If you’ve received acupuncture here in the past 3 months, you don’t need a new intake—your information remains current.

In-Person Group Treatments

  • Up to 3 people will be welcomed into the space together and will start and finish around the same time.

  • We’ll quietly check in with you for any updates and confirm your plan for the day.

  • You remain fully clothed. Needles may be placed on the head, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet.

  • Needle-free options (small seeds or press-on patches) are available if you prefer.

  • No bodywork, herbal prescriptions, or extended discussion are provided during community sessions.

  • Once needles are placed, you’ll rest comfortably in a softly lit room for 30-45 minutes, depending on your needs and the flow of the group.

  • The atmosphere is quiet and respectful—conversation is minimal.

Accessibility Note:
Our clinic is on the third floor of a walk-up building. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us to discuss options.

Online Re-Evaluation

From time to time (usually after 10 sessions or every 3 months), we’ll schedule a short online check-in to ensure your treatment plan stays appropriate and responsive to your needs.

Community Acupuncture Schedule

Every Tuesday

Appointments begin on the hour:

  • 9:45 am

  • 11:00 am

  • 12:15 pm

Additional times may be added as interest grows.

By appointment only.

Community Acupuncture Fees

Our Signature Community Acupuncture fees are intentionally set to be accessible. A lower cost does not mean less skill, care, or attention—each session is held to the same high standards as private treatments.

  • Initial Online Intake: $50 (30 minutes)

  • Community Acupuncture Session: $50 per session

HST exempt.
Payment accepted by cash or credit card.

If you prefer individualized care, private appointments remain available.

Cancellation Policy:
We require 48 hours’ notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Thank you for understanding—this helps us offer care consistently and respectfully. For details, please see our Cancellation Policy.

Preparing for Your Online Intake And Visit

Online Intake:

  • Find a quiet, private space where you feel comfortable talking openly.

  • Have any relevant health information handy (medications, diagnoses, health history).

  • For full details about online intake, please visit Locations & Hours: Online Session page.

In-Person Community Acupuncture Treatment:

  • This space is 3rd floor walk-up with no elevator access.

  • Eat something light beforehand to avoid dizziness.

  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows access to your lower legs and forearms.

  • For full details about what to expect, arrival, parking, and clinic policies, please visit Locations & Hours: Danforth/Toronto Location.

How To Book An Appointment

Once you’re ready, use the links below to schedule your appointment online from the links below:

If you’re not sure whether this signature offering is right for you, you’re welcome to book a Free Discovery Call to learn more. We’re happy to answer questions and help you explore your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Your health history and goals are discussed privately during your online intake.

    During sessions, conversation is kept to a minimum.

  • Loose, comfortable clothing that allows access to your lower legs and forearms. You remain fully clothed.

  • Yes—acupuncture can be supportive during pregnancy. Please mention this during your intake so treatment can be safely tailored.

  • Yes. Acupuncture is low-risk when provided by a Registered Acupuncturist. All needles are sterile and single-use.

  • Frequency varies depending on your goals. Some people come weekly, others occasionally. We’ll discuss recommendations during your intake.