Restore Balance. Feel Your Best.

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine in North Vancouver

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Meet Zakiya

Hi, I’m Zakiya – a Registered Acupuncturist at Lynn Valley Massage Therapy in North Vancouver, BC.

I believe in a holistic approach to health and well-being. My path to acupuncture began as a patient, navigating my own health journey after suffering a severe concussion. The profound relief I found from acupuncture opened my eyes to the power of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the importance of healing the body from within.

I practice a gentle style of acupuncture while aiming to foster a calm and safe environment for my patients. My goal is to work with every patient to uncover the root cause of their concern and restore balance to help you feel your best. In addition to acupuncture, I use a variety of therapies to promote healing including fire cupping, gua sha, and auricular acupuncture.

​In my spare time, you can find me hiking with my dog Luna, skiing on the North Shore mountains, testing new recipes in the kitchen, or in an early morning Pilates class.

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Treatment Approach

Zakiya provides tailored acupuncture treatments to address your unique concerns. She believes it is important for patients to be involved in their wellness journey and focuses on a collaborative, patient-centred approach when delivering care.

During your treatment session, Zakiya will ask you about your goals, review your health history, and discuss the treatment plan for the session. With your consent, she will then use a variety of Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities to address your concerns and send you home with recommendations to support your continued healing.

  • "I have been going to Zakiya for acupuncture and she is amazing! She is thoughtful and walks me through what her plan is, helping me understand her approach. Highly recommend!"

    C.M.

  • "I am very pleased and appreciative with the acupuncture services of Zakiya Pirani. Zakiya calmly listens to what my body is feeling, then asks me a couple of specific questions, followed by a concise suggestion of how we might proceed in our session together. This approach has continuously provided me with healing, having me walking out of the session with improved movement and comfort, that continues in the days and weeks come, as I continue to heal."

    C.T.

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 FAQs

  • Any treatment that includes Acupuncture is eligible under extended health benefits. Please confirm the details of your individual coverage with your provider.

  • Yes. I offer direct billing to Pacific Blue Cross, Telus Health (includes Canada Life, Manulife, Desjardines, and many more), Sun Life, and ICBC.

  • Yes - I am currently accepting new and existing ICBC claims. If you have been in a car accident, ICBC covers you for 12 pre-approved acupuncture treatments in the initial 12 weeks after the crash. You will need an ICBC claim number to access care. Please contact ICBC or your Claims Adjuster for further details.

  • Before your treatment, it is recommended to have a light snack, avoid caffeine, and stay hydrated. After your treatment, try not to schedule anything stressful or plan a strenuous activity. This will allow your body to absorb the benefits of the treatment.

  • This will depend on why you are coming in, the kind of treatment you are receiving, and what your goals are. During your initial session, we will discuss a suggested treatment plan which can adjusted as needed.