About
Stephen trained at University of Westminster London UK , gaining a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture in 2008. He came to Canada in 2009, where he has worked in busy clinics (13,000 + treatments) in a variety of settings ever since.
Stephen has completed advanced training in the treatment of Musculoskeletal conditions using Electric Acupuncture, with renowned specialist DR Anthony Lombardi.
He is now based in Whitehorse, Yukon
Treatments
Electric Acupuncture is very effective in the treatment of pain. The needles are stimulated to vibrate and release off tight muscles and break down scar tissue, Additionally the healthy 'twitch' muscle response can be restored, reducing pain and rapidly healing the affected tissue.
Electricity on the needles can also regulate nerve function where dysfunction is causing numbness, tingling and pain. Cupping is then used to further break down scar tissue and release off the connective tissue (Fascia). The affected muscles are then soaked in Traditional Chinese topical balm to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is used in conjunction with electric acupuncture, or on its own, depending on the condition and patient preference.
In addition to treating pain TCM Acupuncture is beneficial for internal disease such as
IBS and chronic digestion issues
Fatigue
Insomnia
Fertility and women's health
Depression/anxiety/PTSD
Autoimmune disease and other illnesses not well served by the western medical system
TCM Herbs are recommended when needed for optimal results.
Prices
$120 (60 mins)
Treatments are covered by most health plans
Location
Be Well Massage Clinic - 2nd floor, 2099 2nd Ave, Whitehorse
Pay parking is available on 2nd Ave, free two hour parking can be found across the road on Lambert St
Contact
Hours
Mon - Fri: 9am - 4.30
Tue / Thurs: 6pm - 8.30pm (evening clinic)
Get in touch
Email: stephenpotter@hotmail.com
Phone: 587-890-2197
Customer Reviews
“I would like to give a big thanks to Steve Potter and the work he does in Chinese Acupuncture. The treatment has really helped me with joint pain and back pain, I have never felt better. I continue to see him to keep feeling good. Thanks so very much, I highly recommend this to anyone who is experiencing challenges with inflammation and pain.”
— JD Whitehorse
“Stephen Potter, the Registered Acupuncturist in Whitehorse,Yukon is AMAZING. As a violinist I've struggled on and off for 15 years with chronic shoulder/neck pain & tension. I tried physio, massages, stretches, somatics, relaxation techniques and nothing ever made a lasting difference. In the last year I started getting burning in my forearm, frequent back muscle spasms and intense pain in my thumbs. I became very frustrated and finally was suggested acupuncture.
Stephen was the only person to ever provide a diagnosis that made sense and connected everything to scar tissue in my shoulders. I've been going for a few weeks and for the first time in years I can lift my arms without pain and move my shoulders without extreme grinding/clunking!! His treatment is even more impressive due to how many years I have struggled with this seemingly unfixable problem. I am very hopeful and grateful. More people need to know about acupuncture instead of physio for chronic pain!”
— MW Whitehorse
“I would like to express my gratitude to Stephen Potter, Registered Acupuncturist at Health Space Therapeutics in Whitehorse YT.
I went to seek the help of Mr. Potter as I was suffering from acute vertigo, general weakness and pain and after only a few days and a few treatments (the needles don't hurt! :) I feel immensely better.
I am familiar with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture as I have experienced their wonderful benefits for the last 25 years and,
As a newcomer to the Yukon, I feel fortunate indeed to have become a patient of Stephen Potter. I find him to be a highly skilled, compassionate and knowledgeable practitioner and I definitely recommend him.”
— MC Whitehorse
“I definitely recommend Stephen Potter, Registered Acupuncturist at Health Space Therapeutics for acupuncture treatment. I recently went to see him for treatment and I can assure you that he is very knowledgeable in the field of Chinese Medicine, friendly and professional. ”
— JT Whitehorse
“I have been seeing Stephen for several weeks now and I can say that this is the first time I have been relaxed in 20 years and pain free in 10 years. I was hit by a truck in 2008 as a pedestrian and had a fractured skull and immense soft tissue damage, no treatment has helped until now. The treatment that Stephen has been doing is changing my life. I wholeheartedly recommend trying acupuncture with Stephen.”