WELLNESS RECOVERY RESILIENCE
Neuroscience-informed acupuncture
focused on pain relief, injury and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, chronic illness management, women’s health, pregnancy & fertility, and mental health in Vancouver BC
with advanced training in sports medicine, scalp acupuncture, sujok therapy, and facial cosmetic acupuncture
Bára Hladík, R. Ac
ABOUT BARA
Bara Hladik, R. Ac is a Registered Acupuncturist with a neuroscience informed approach focusing on rapid pain relief, injury and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, as well as chronic illness management and mental health. She is also passionate about women’s health, fertility and pregnancy support.
Bara has completed advanced studies in Facial/Cosmetic Acupuncture, Scalp Acupuncture and Sports Medicine Acupuncture. She is one of the first 17 practitioners trained in Sujok Therapy in North America. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and has a background in Women’s health and disability research. In 2024, she had the opportunity to advocate for the Rights of Women and Gender Diverse People with Disabilities at the United Nations in Geneva.
Bara brings a holistic, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to her practice, meeting you where you are at to support you on your personalized health journey to reach your health goals. Her clinical specializations include sports medicine, spinal health, arthritis, chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, women’s health and fertility, mental health and facial / cosmetic acupuncture.
My practice strives to support your personal health journey on your terms. I bring a holistic, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach to my practice, meeting you where you are at to support you to reset and reach your health goals.
With advanced acupuncture training, I see a wide variety of conditions in clinic. Some common conditions that I have had success treating include, but are not limited to:
- Injury rehabilitation
- Sports Medicine & Performance
- Sleep concerns
- Mental Health
- Headaches and Migraines
- Stress and burn out
- Musculoskeletal and orthopaedic Issues
- Neurological conditions
- Chronic pain and illness
- TMJ related disorders
- Autoimmune diseases
- Spinal conditions
- Gynaecological conditions
- Fertility and Pregnancy
- Skin health
- Digestive concerns
- Trans care support
- Detox & addictions recovery
- & more
Advanced Acupuncture Training
Neuropuncture
Bara is pursuing advanced study in Neuroscience-based Acupuncture with a focus on neuroanatomy and neurophysiology. This training offers advanced training in electroacupuncture, scalp and auricular acupuncture with ongoing education and mentorship at a PHD level.
Sports Medicine Acupuncture
Bara has done hands on seminars on Sports Medicine Acupuncture – a sports medicine acupuncture approach that is effective for rapid relief of sports injuries, performance enhancement and preventative care.
Sujok Acupuncture
Bara was selected to be 1 of the first 16 practitioners to be trained in advanced Sujok Therapy in North America. She had the opportunity to study with Dr Minkyu Park, the son of Prof Park Jae Woo, the founder of Sujok Therapy.
Dr Chuang’s Scalp Acupuncture
Bara studied Chuang’s Scalp Acupuncture (CSA) with Dr Med I-Hsing Chuang. CSA is an advanced method that integrates neurological and segmental anatomical knowledge with cranial acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Theory. This method uses principles of Neuroscience to stimulate Cranial Nerves, Spinal Nerves and segmental anatomy.
Balance Acupuncture
Bara studied Level 2 Dr Tan’s Balance Method acupuncture with Dr. Sonia Tan. Dr Sonia Tan was one of the first 16 cohort who reached the highest level of advanced training with Dr Richard Tan.
NADA Protocol
Bara completed the Healing Community Trauma in Times of Crisis course by Acupuncture without Borders. This training included instruction on the NADA Protocol, working with trauma, and setting up crisis clinics.
Facial Acupuncture
Bara has completed several advanced facial acupuncture trainings, including muscle tonifying, lymphatic drainage and cosmetic face lift techniques. She completed her microneedling training at BC Academy of Medical Aesthetics and Skincare.
Reviews
N. H.
“Acupuncture/cupping treatments from Bara helped immensely when I was having a debilitating flare-up of a chronic pain condition. She has a very chill calming presence that puts people at ease even if you might be nervous about trying acupuncture.
I have also done a NADA protocol session with her for PTSD that was quick, easy, and provided immediate relief from panic attacks during a very stressful week. Highly recommend going to see her.”
L. R.
“I started seeing Bara for acupuncture and I can honestly say it has changed my life for the better. My stress and anxiety has significantly reduced, I am sleeping better and just feel so rejuvenated after each session. I can’t thank you enough Bara! So glad I found Humanity Wellness. I have recommended to all my friends.”
C. N.
“I went twice for acupuncture while I was visiting Vancouver in December. I have several chronic injuries and have seen a variety of different body workers to treat the problem but none have been as immediately effective as my two appointments with Bara. Bara has an incredibly warm présence and made me feel instantly at ease. She also spotted two alignment issues (directly related to my symptoms) that I was not aware of, and that none of the physio therapists I had seen for the condition had ever pointed out. I went into my appointment in significant pain and I left feeling two inches taller. I had decent symptom relief for a couple weeks after my treatments. I highly recommend Bara, I wish I lived in the same city as her and could get treatment from her regularly!
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B. M.
“I had a number of sessions with Bara over the last month, and she was wonderful every time. I have never had such consistent relief! I highly recommend her for acupuncture.”
Where to find me
If you have any trouble booking or finding which location suits you best, please don’t hesitate to reach out: bara.acupuncture@gmail.com
Yaletown Location: 1008 Homer St #318
Tuesdays 8am – 1pm
Wednesdays 2pm – 8pm
Fridays 8am – 1pm
Olympic Village Location: 121 W 2nd Avenue
Tuesdays 2pm – 8pm
THE NEST CLINIC
Gastown: 55 Water St #300
Thursdays 2pm – 8pm
Saturdays 9am- 3pm
Mount Pleasant: 3475 Fraser St
Thursdays 9am – 1pm
Fridays 2pm – 6pm
Alternating Sundays 1pm – 5pm
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