Welcome, I’m Ashley Abbs

I’m a Doctor of Acupuncture, Artist and Author based in Calgary AB, Canada.

My work is comprised of almost 20 years of experience in healing and client work. Centred on the foundations of 5 Element Philosophy, Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, mentorship & embodiment practices combined with my own transformational healing journey to support my clients to remember their innate worthiness and navigate their next evolution with ease, grace and flow.

I believe in small devotional practices performed on a regular basis combined with curiosity and a willingness to engage with our emotional landscape will create profound transformative healing that ripples outward to enhance not only our personal well-being and life’s trajectory but also the wider world.

The philosophy of the 5 Elements of Chinese Medicine is a thread that is interwoven In every form of my work, whether it be working with clients in my acupuncture practice, creating original artwork or writing. The Elements provide me a foundation and perspective that evokes healing and expansion. Thus offering you an opportunity to come home to yourself. Revealing a steady place to rest and fully acknowledge your unique gifts and wholeness.

My Acupuncture Practice:

If you live in Calgary or surrounding area, I would love to invite you to work with me in a 1-1 capacity at my clinic, TerraSana Health & Wellness. It is here that I am dedicated to the education and empowerment of every one of my clients to engage their body’s innate healing ability and create a life of their desires.

To learn more about my 5 Element Alchemical Acupuncture Sessions or Cosmetic Acupuncture offerings click here.

My Art Work (Original & Prints):

Creating art is an extension of my soul. I have sketched and drawn my whole life. My preferred form of medium is conte and nupastel. Though I also work with acrylic and fine liner from time to time.

I create landscape and floral works informed by the 5 Elements and my written work, providing an additional layer of creative expression that awakens your senses to invite introspection. Every piece that you welcome into your home creates an opportunity of inviting reverence, beauty that speaks directly to your soul.

To explore my original artwork Click here.

You can also get on my collectors list to be the first to know about new collections and  print offerings. (coming soon)

Writing Mentorship & Books:

The birth of my son was a catalyst that ignited my relationship to writing. Prior to then, I would have never considered myself a writer, however it was the salve that brought about immense solace and inspiration.

I released my debut book 5 Element Alchemy: Use Your 5 Element Type to Embrace Your Gifts to Create A Life You Love in the spring of 2021.

Click here to order your copy from your favourite book retailer.

I have also had the privilege to mentor writers on their book journey from conception to full fledge drafts ready for the editing. To learn more about my mentorship services click here.

My Fancy Official Credentials:

Registered Dr. of Acupuncture with the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta.

2003 Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from University of Calgary

2006 Diploma of Acupuncture from ACATCM

2006 Diploma of Traditional Chinese Medicine from ACATCM

2009 Clinical Excellence in Fertility Practitioner training with Randine Lewis.

2010 Fellowship with Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine

2010 5 Spirits Mentorship with Lorie Dechar and Benjamin Fox

And A Little About My Private Life…

I’m a former competitive top 10 Canadian national ice dancer

I married my husband Sheldon in 2011, we welcomed our son (nicknamed E) in 2013.

When I’m not hanging out with my two favourite men, you will usually find me painting in my studio, however I also can be found skiing, dancing, reading, and travelling.

To read some of my most popular blogs and some random facts about me, click here.