Dr. Carmen Carpenter, Doctor of Traditional Medicine (DTCM)

Dr. Carmen Carpenter is a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) in Victoria BC with a special interest in facial acupuncture, women’s health, fertility, hormonal balance, pregnancy, and reproductive wellness.

Her interest in holistic medicine began while studying anthropology at the University of Calgary, where she developed a curiosity about different approaches to health, healing, and the connection between the body, mind, and environment. She later discovered Traditional Chinese Medicine and its ability to support health by considering the unique physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors that influence each individual.

Carmen works with individuals experiencing concerns such as fertility challenges, menstrual irregularities, hormonal imbalances, pregnancy related discomforts, anxiety, digestive concerns, pain, and stress. Her treatments may include acupuncture, facial acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, dietary guidance, and other Traditional Chinese Medicine techniques when appropriate.

She believes effective care begins with listening. By taking the time to understand each person’s health history and goals, Carmen creates thoughtful treatment approaches that support both immediate concerns and long term wellbeing.

Outside the clinic, Carmen enjoys exploring Vancouver Island and spending time at the beach with the many dogs in her life.

ViVi Therapy offers direct billing to most major insurance providers, including ICBC, for Dr. Carmen Carpenter’s acupuncture treatments.