Question 1

How do I book an appointment?

Accepted Answer

All appointments are booked online through JaneApp. Visit the Book Now page to see available times and select the service that fits your needs. If you have questions before booking, you can reach us at acupunctureforgood@gmail.com.

Question 2

Is acupuncture covered by my insurance?

Accepted Answer

Clinical acupuncture provided by a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac.) is covered by most extended health benefit plans in Ontario. Maria Laffin is registered with the CTCMPAO and holds the R.Ac. and R.TCMP designations. Receipts will include her registered name, credentials, and registration number for submission to your insurer. Coverage varies by plan — contact your benefits provider before your first appointment to confirm. TCM herbal medicine are not typically covered by standard extended health plans.

Question 3

What should I expect at my first appointment?

Accepted Answer

Your first appointment includes a full intake assessment. Maria will ask about your health history, current concerns, sleep, digestion, stress levels, and any medications you are taking. This intake is included within your appointment time and shortens the hands-on treatment by approximately 15 minutes. Please complete the intake form online before you arrive.

Question 4

How should I prepare for my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Eat a light meal one to two hours before your appointment. 
Wear loose, comfortable clothing — yoga pants and a loose top work well, as treatment often requires access to the lower legs, forearms, abdomen, and back. 
If you are feeling unwell or experiencing cold-like symptoms, please wear a mask to your appointment. 
Avoid caffeine or any stimulants at least 3 hours before your appointments but do take your medication as usual.
Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your appointment as sessions cannot be extended beyond your booked time.

Question 5

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

We require 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice may be subject to the full session fee. Appointment changes can be made online through JaneApp at any time before that window.

Question 6

Where is the clinic located?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture For Good is located at 344 Bloor Street West, Suite 610, inside the Transense Healing Arts Holistic Centre, at the corner of Bloor and Spadina — next to Tim Hortons. 
Press the Transense buzzer at the front door and take the elevator to the sixth floor. By TTC: steps from Spadina Station (Line 2). 
By car: street parking on Bloor and Spadina, Green P directly behind the building (entrance off Spadina Road), and a second Green P beside Spadina Station. 
The building is fully wheelchair accessible with elevator access. Maria is available every Tuesday (all day).

Question 7

What services does Acupuncture For Good offer

Accepted Answer

Maria Laffin, R.TCMP, R.Ac., offers the following services:
Clinical Acupuncture 
TCM Herbal Medicine
Cupping
Facial Acupuncture
Full service descriptions and booking links are available on the Services page

Question 8

Do I need a referral from my doctor?

Accepted Answer

No physician referral is required to book an appointment at Acupuncture For Good. You can book directly online. If your extended health plan requires a referral for reimbursement purposes, please check with your insurer before your first appointment.

Question 9

How many treatments will I need?

Accepted Answer

The number of treatments varies depending on the individual and the nature of the concern being addressed. Maria will discuss your treatment plan with you during your first appointment based on your intake assessment.

Some patients come for a specific concern; others make acupuncture part of their long-term wellness care.

Note: We do not guarantee specific outcomes for any individual patient.

Question 10

Is acupuncture safe?

Accepted Answer

Acupuncture as practised by a regulated professional in Ontario is a safe, established therapy. Maria Laffin holds both the R.Ac. and R.TCMP designations from the CTCMPAO, Ontario's regulatory college for traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists. All needles used are single-use, sterile, and disposed of after each session.

If you have a bleeding disorder, are taking blood thinners, are pregnant, have a pacemaker, or any other serious health condition, please mention this when booking so that your treatment can be planned accordingly.

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