OUR DEDICATED TEAM

R.AC, B.A. (HONS) - DR. OF ACUPUNCTURE, FOUNDER

Optimizing your health and wellness through life’s many transformations is at the heart of Pearle’s practice.

Blending modern techniques with the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Pearle offers a safe, personalized, and deeply supportive treatment experience. Her integrative approach includes sports medicine, fire cupping, Gua Sha, Acutonics, auricular therapy (ear seeds), and TCM-based herbal and dietary therapy—all tailored to meet your unique needs.

Pearle’s journey into holistic health began with her own search for better well-being, which led to her first acupuncture treatment. That pivotal experience opened her eyes to a whole new way of understanding health and inspired her to leave a 10-year corporate career to pursue a diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. During her studies, she completed a hands-on internship with a TCM Master, an experience that deeply shaped her clinical skills and continues to inform her practice today.

In her current work, Pearle has found that integrating Acutonics—a sound-based therapy — into her acupuncture treatments adds an extra depth to the relaxation and energetic experience for her clients.

A lifelong learner with a passion for wellness, motherhood, and clean beauty, Pearle continues to train with world-renowned experts in Acupuncture and Acutonics. Her dedication to mental health has also led her to complete Canada’s first university-accredited graduate certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT) at Vancouver Island University. Studying alongside medical doctors, psychologists, and healthcare professionals, Pearle hopes to one day thoughtfully integrate PAT with Traditional Chinese Medicine.

When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find Pearle chasing adventures with her young family, spending time with friends and her two dogs—or enjoying a well-earned snack.

Learn more at www.pearlelaw.ca

R.AC, B.SC. - DR. OF ACUPUNCTURE, INSTRUCTOR

Dr. McFarlane is a highly respected practitioner with nearly 20 years of experience in private acupuncture practice, known for his exceptional results in sports medicine, musculoskeletal care, and the treatment of chronic pain and migraines. His deep clinical knowledge and consistently effective treatment outcomes have made him a trusted resource for athletes, active individuals, and those living with persistent pain.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. McFarlane has been a dedicated educator in the field of acupuncture. He taught at the Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2017–2023) and spent over a decade as a core faculty member for the acupuncture and massage therapy programs at Grant MacEwan University (2005–2017), where he helped train and mentor a generation of practitioners.

Dr. McFarlane holds a B.Sc. from the University of Alberta, is a graduate of the Grant MacEwan Acupuncture Program, and completed advanced training in acupuncture, Tai Chi, and Chinese massage through an intensive internship in China.

Throughout his career, he has explored a wide range of complementary modalities. He formerly operated a volunteer community acupuncture clinic in downtown Edmonton, was a practitioner and trainer with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA), and spent several years practicing Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET). While these certifications are no longer active, the knowledge gained continues to inform his work.

Dr. McFarlane currently serves on the Council of the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta, playing a key role in shaping and regulating the profession across the province.

With a rare combination of clinical excellence, academic leadership, and a deep commitment to patient outcomes, Dr. McFarlane continues to offer highly effective, evidence-informed care—especially for those seeking relief from injury, pain, or movement-related dysfunction.

R.Ac - DR. OF ACUPUNCTURE, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST, CLINICAL HYPNOTHERAPIST, EQUINE TRAINER

Tella offers a deeply personalized approach to healing by combining acupuncture, massage therapy, and Hypnopuncture—a powerful fusion of acupuncture and clinical hypnosis. Her integrative treatments are designed to support meaningful, lasting change in both body and mind.

With a special focus on weight loss, mental health, and trauma recovery, Tella’s work is rooted in compassion, clinical expertise, and the belief that healing begins when we feel safe, seen, and supported. Whether you're carrying chronic stress, struggling with emotional eating, or feeling disconnected from your body, each session meets you where you are—and gently guides you toward where you want to be.

Drawing on the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the transformative power of the subconscious mind, Tella helps clients regulate their nervous system, release stored tension and emotional patterns, and reconnect with their natural resilience.

Offerings include:
Acupuncture — to balance hormones, calm the mind, and restore energy

Massage Therapy — to release physical and emotional tension

Hypnopuncture — to shift unconscious patterns related to stress, trauma, and weight

Gentle, judgment-free support — for emotional healing and embodied change

Fun Fact: Tella unintentionally donates more chuck-it balls to the bow river than most sporting goods stores do in a year. Thanks to her three high-energy dogs with Olympic-level enthusiasm and zero ball recall, every walk turns into a chaotic game of fetch-me-not. Locals now believe the river is naturally seeded with orange/blue orbs—and somewhere downstream, a very confused beaver is starting a collection.

Learn more about Tella and HypnoPuncture at https://www.hypnopuncturecalgary.ca

LL.B., MACP - PSYCHOTHERAPIST, CANADIAN CERTIFIED COUNSELLOR

Ana started out in the field of law, having completed a Bachelor of Laws in International and European Law, before pivoting to psychology. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology, and is currently in the process of registering as a Provisional Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists. She is also Level 2 Certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and has completed professional training in the holistic treatment of mental health conditions, looking at factors such as diet, sleep, exercise, and stress. 

Our bodies and brains are in constant communion; thus, physical health and mental health are synonymous. Ana is passionate about helping her clients explore the root causes for their mental health concerns and create long-term and sustainable positive change. In doing this, she takes an integrative approach to mental health, with a particular focus on the impact of physical health and gut health on mental health. She infuses gut-health supporting protocols into therapy, looking at ways to optimize diet, exercise, sleep, and stress to best support our bodies and brains by reducing systemic inflammation and chronic stress. Clients will learn to better understand the inner workings of their body and brain, in the aim of becoming more in-tune with their physiology and themself as a whole. Ana's goal is to help guide her clients on a journey towards understanding themselves and their patterns better, creating more functional and adaptive habits for a richer, more meaningful life.

Outside the office, Ana's biggest passion is food; you can find her whipping up all sorts of new gut-friendly recipes to test on friends and family, and endlessly perusing cookbooks for inspiration. 

Learn more about Ana at https://www.anahaggstrom.com/

R.Ac, YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Sabina Jaipaul is a registered acupuncturist in Alberta and graduate of the Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Originally from London, UK, she spent a decade as a yoga teacher before discovering her calling in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

After experiencing burnout during her first career in finance, Sabina found sanctuary and renewal through yoga—a transformative experience that shaped her holistic approach to wellness. She trained with acclaimed modern yoga teachers in London before relocating to Calgary in 2021 to pursue acupuncture studies. 

Sabina holds advanced yoga certifications and has thousands of hours of teaching experience across Vinyasa, Forrest Yoga, Perinatal Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and her favorite—Yin Yoga.

Sabina uniquely blends her deep yoga background with functional movement helping people not just feel better, but move better. Her treatments include acupuncture, auricular acupuncture, cupping, and lifestyle guidance, supporting clients with digestive issues, sleep disorders, anxiety, and mental-emotional health.

She is especially passionate about women's health—guiding clients through menstrual cycles, fertility, pregnancy, and menopause with compassion and expertise. As a mum herself, Sabina creates a supportive, understanding space for women navigating key life transitions. Her approach is grounded, attentive, and caring—offering each person a thoughtful blend of ancient wisdom, empathy, and practical guidance.

Learn more about Sabina at https://acupuncturebydrsabina.com

R.Ac, REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST, MASSAGE INSTRUCTOR

Richard’s path to becoming a Dr. of Acupuncture started with a personal search for healing. In 2021, he was battling chronic, worsening eczema. While traditional medications offered some relief for his skin, they took a heavy toll on his overall energy, mood, and well-being. Looking for a more holistic approach, Richard decided to try acupuncture. After just four sessions, his skin condition improved significantly, and more importantly, he finally felt great in his own body again.

That experience was life-changing. It inspired Richard to pivot his career toward acupuncture so he could help others who are in pain, feeling stuck, and looking to reclaim their health.

Before stepping into the acupuncture clinic, Richard earned a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta and worked as a Licensed Massage Therapist. This background gives him a unique edge in the treatment room: he combines a passion for educating his patients with a deep, hands-on understanding of the human body.

He is well-versed in muscular anatomy, orthopedic assessment, and therapeutic exercises, with a strong focus on promoting deep relaxation of the nervous system.

Clinical Focus

Throughout his clinical training and practice, Richard has developed a strong interest in treating:

Chronic musculoskeletal pain

Insomnia and sleep disturbances

Digestive issues

He is deeply committed to continuous learning and is actively expanding his practice to include treatments for mental health challenges, migraines, systemic inflammation, dry needling, and shockwave therapy.

Richard’s goal is to work in partnership with his patients to bring about the best possible results. He firmly believes that true healing comes from within. By systematically removing stress factors and de-stressing the body, he helps unlock each patient's natural healing abilities to achieve their goals for every session.

When he is not in the clinic, you can usually find Richard exploring the beautiful mountains west of Calgary, hiking with his wife and their dog. He stays active through weightlifting, playing hockey, and boxing. On slower days, he loves checking out local Calgary coffee shops and community markets.