Barrie Essence of Health

★ 4.7 (15 reviews)Barrie, ON(705) 623-2383

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4.715 reviews · Google

Gaby Hernandez · Google · 19 Jul 2026

​I found Barrie Essence on Google and thought I should give it a try. I had my first session, and at first, everything was pleasant and going smoothly. The needles were placed on the back of my neck where my pain was, a heat lamp was set in place, and I was given a bell in case I needed assistance. ​After a few minutes, the heat started to burn my skin. I rang the bell several times, but no one answered. When my time was up, the acupuncturist came back in to remove the needles. I told her what I had experienced, and she claimed I had to ring the bell "continuously"—which I did. ​My skin was burned. While I am aware that I signed a liability waiver releasing them of responsibility for the treatment, I feel this specific incident was a case of negligence and a total lack of care because she was attending to other patients. Fortunately, I will not be coming back. REPLY: I rang the bell more than once and nobody came. The burn is from the heat i had thats the reason I called for assistance.

Ashley Casciato · Google · 13 Nov 2024

Donna is a magician. I’ve never had acupuncture like this before and I woke up this morning with my shoulder feeling like I’m 22 again. Now I will get her to fix my entire life. She took the time to explain things and was gentle. Highly recommend.

Lise Lecours · Google · 15 Apr 2024

Donna is amazing! So calm, kind and knowledgeable. So happy to have found her.

Ashley Blanchard · Google · 21 Jun 2023

Donna is very knowledgeable, friendly and the only one that can help with my lower acute back pain.

Camille Lizotte · Google · 9 Jun 2022

I am so thankful to have found Donna at Essence of Health! She has helped me with my herniated disc so much. Before getting acupuncture by her, I was always in pain. Thank you Donna!

Ziba M · Google · 5 Oct 2021

Donna is very kind and friendly person and she does perfect job , i recommend her to everyone who wants to have pain free life , thank you

Lidia S · Google · 2 Mar 2021

I've been doing acupuncture for two months with Donna and I am glad I decided to go to her. She is so friendly and knowledgeable.

MC Marpoe · Google · 28 Oct 2020

Donna is a very professional and proficient Physio-therapist. She is trained in both traditional and Chinese medicine. I went to Donna after I started to experience intense & crippling back spasms. I had a series of acupuncture treatments along with a regimen of exercises. My back feels great once again. It is extremely evident how knowledgeable and caring she is while treating her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Barrie Essence of health.

Geoff Kennedy · Google · 7 Sept 2020

My experience here was very impressive, Donna's knowledge and work is excellent. She is a very friendly and kind person to talk to. Highly recommend, I'm a athlete and would recommend to any other athletes.

Jaci Mc · Google · 25 Jan 2020

Donna is extremely professional and takes the time needed, I never feel rushed. The direct insurance billing is an added bonus. Highly recommend!

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(705) 623-2383

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