Toronto Acupuncture Studio

Had a good session with Jon today. He is very good at putting you at ease right away, and was very thorough in his assessment and his treatment. I can honestly say I haven’t felt this relaxed in a long time. I actually fell asleep which is very unusual for me. He asked how long i wanted to relax, and was right at my side, at the end of the 30 minutes, ensuring I was gently woken, and sent on my way. He asked if I wanted to stay a little while longer, and he paid attention so when I made eye contact that i was ready to leave, he didn’t keep me waiting and I was on my way. He discussed a treatment plan in a very non-​pushy way and gave me some tips for looking after my injury. The young lady at the front desk was fantastic, and did a very efficient job at explaining how things work, and what I need to do when i come in. Not your trypical clinical environment, that is for sure, but very positive, and I certainly will be back for a couple more treatments in the next couple of weeks.

After trying out several acupuncture places in Toronto I can definitely say this is my favorite.
clean, affordable ($ 10 annual fee and $ 20-​$ 40 sliding scale per visit), attentive and knowledgeable personnel, user friendly website with all the info you need and easy online booking appointments. I wish Toronto had more places with the same concept.

First: WHISPER ONCE YOU ENTER THOSE DOORS. I made the mistake of greeting the employee in my average voice level and felt bad when I realized that the studio was an open space.
I came here today after having booked an appointment for my s/​o. As you may know, they operate on a sliding scale with a $ 10 annual fee. This is extremely affordable compared to other places that charge $ 100+ per session.
They also operate in a ‘community’ or ‘studio’ setting. I think that there may be a misconception of the open space they operate in, or at least there was for me. This place is surprisingly very clean! When you enter, you take off your shoes. They have cloths covering all the chairs (lazy boys! :D) and ask that you cover the area which you rest your head with their clean cloths (found at the entrance) as courtesy for the next guests.
While I can’t say much for the actual procedure, I can say that this place is a great business model, provides excellent customer service, is extremely clean, affordable and the acupuncturists are very knowledgable. I’ll be coming here myself to try acupuncture for the first time to see if it’ll benefit me in any way so I’ll write an update then!

It’s March 28, 2014. I’ve been coming here since August 2012. Overall, my experience has been pretty good. Namely, Daryl and Ash have been great — patient, attentive, and confident in how they deliver the needles. Depending on my schedule, I’ve also tried other acupuncturists as well. I’ve never had any acupuncturist that wasn’t good, here.
Their prices are the best in Toronto, and I’ve been repeatedly recommending their service to people who seem open to trying acupuncture. John is particularly gentle with the insertion of the thin acupuncture needles; Jeff is really affable, personable.
The space is clean, and if you choose a quiet time to arrive for your treatment, you can enjoy the feeling of safely ‘letting go’ (of any worries, etc…). It’s priceless to have the opportunity to have this kind of «me» time.
Does it work?
My mother and husband, aren’t into acupuncture. They haven’t tried going to TAS per se, mind you, but still, if one isn’t open into going, then I respect their decision.
For me, however, I experienced first hand some pain leaving a thigh of mine, at a Health Show where acupuncture was offered. It worked after that one time, and that was good enough for me.
Another time, as a new mom, I had (TMI?) blocked milk ducts. If I had left them, I would have risked getting mastitis or some other related infection. After a few treatments with Ash, the issue went away.
Finally, I went to acupuncture to keep up levels of general well-​being.
Parking is free on Sundays, at certain areas of College street. Besides getting there any day by car, the TTC is convenient: a College streetcar or Dufferin bus will drop you off very nearby. A bicycle will also get you there, but parking it can be tricky (but not impossible).
Absolutely worth trying.

I will admit that I was coming in the door somewhat skeptical of acupuncture, but this place converted me to a believer. I would have good things to say about any of the practitioners I’ve seen, but I have really enjoyed seeing John very much.
These little «Acu-​naps» as he puts it, have been a true game changer for me. This just has to be experienced! I can see how acupuncture therapy could benefit anyone.
What I love: I show up for treatment, they know my history from last time and ask how I’ve been, and what I want to work on. It’s great to have this kind of personal attention that seems mysteriously lacking in other facets of life.
As so many other reviews have described, the service has always been amazing, and I like that things are light on the administration end. It feels justified that the focus is on the treatment. I have never experienced long waits, but since I’m going to acupuncture to reduce stress, I’m also not usually trying to cram it into a time slot that will create tension for me from being in a rush. (They have also been great asking me if I need to leave by a certain time, and there are clocks everywhere.) Overall– the practitioners are extremely attentive. After all, you have needles sticking out of you!
The idea behind the open concept/​group treatment is a social model worth more consideration. The treatments are more affordable, meaning you can go more often and see more benefit, but something about the whole experience feels more balanced. It’s one of the few spaces in this bustling city that I can think of, where people are mindful of being considerate towards each other. Personally, I could use a little more of that in my everyday life!

Absolutely amazing! The sliding scale makes it very affordable. So I am able to get treatment twice a week and still able to afford food. I have headaches every day and the acupuncture has really helped.

TAS is a good resource, and the sliding scale is good for community access. The practitioners are also nice, and good at making you feel easy. They are on time with their appointments.
However if you’re getting back or shoulder blade treatment, this might not be the best place for you. The recliners are ok, but the lack of a table to lie flat on is sometimes problematic. I found in a sitting position I almost passed out, while in other places with the same treatment but flat on a table I did not have this issue.
If you’re good with sitting or reclining on your back, hit up TAS, if not, elsewhere might be more comfortable.

The philosophy behind Toronto Acupuncture Studio is that «acupuncture doesn’t have to be expensive in order to be effective». I love that TAS not only offers a sliding scale ($ 20-​$ 40 per visit, no questions asked), but they also offer lots of great promotions and specials to make acupuncture readily available to those who might not be able to afford it – check their Twitter feed and sign up for their mailing list to be in the know.
I could not recommend Ash more highly. My experience with her has always been pleasant, and she really listens to my needs every time I visit. I’ve been to other acupuncturists elsewhere where the placement of the needles has felt a bit painful, but Ash has a magic touch that makes the acupuncture experience as painless as possible. In fact, everyone I’ve encountered at the clinic — from practitioners to front desk staff — have been really friendly and welcoming, and have made me feel right at home.
For a community clinic, it’s also an incredibly clean and inviting space. It’s comfortably cool even in the hot summer months, and I always drift off into a state of relaxation for the duration of my stay. Finally, the online appointment system makes it so convenient to schedule appointments from the comfort of my own home. I look forward to returning, and would recommend it highly to anyone seeking affordable acupuncture in Toronto.

You can’t lose with this studio. The atmosphere, the price and the knowledge of the practitioners is superb. You get your treatment and you can stay for hours in a deeply relaxed state. These are the best acupuncture treatments I’ve had. They also do traditional Chinese medicine. Fantastic place.

TAS is an incredible resource, and I’m so glad that it is in my neighbourhood. I’ve had treatments from both Ash and Daryl, and have found them both knowledgeable and caring. Acupuncture offers a very different approach to healing than western treatments, and I’ve found it helpful for both physical and emotional issues. The sliding payment scale allows me to get help when I need it without having my finances drive the decision. Thanks to everyone at TAS!

Ash and Nada are absolutely wonderful — caring, competent and sessions are so affordable! I already feel relief in my back and neck just after a few treatments. I was skeptical about acupuncture at the beginning, but I’m a believer now, and I can highly recommend the staff at Toronto Acupuncture!