She/Her/Hers

Jenna Sheppard

R.Ac
Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) |
Halifax, NS

About Me

Jenna was born and raised in Whitney Pier, Cape Breton, and has proudly called Halifax home for the past ten years. Her path into acupuncture began as a patient — she experienced firsthand the profound impact that acupuncture had on her own health and wellbeing, and that experience sparked both a career change and a lasting commitment to helping others heal.

As a Black acupuncturist, Jenna is deeply committed to providing inclusive, culturally aware, and compassionate care. She is intentional about creating a safe, welcoming space for all patients — particularly those from historically underrepresented communities who may have had mixed experiences with healthcare settings. In a field where representation matters, Jenna brings visibility and intentionality to every appointment.

When she is not in the clinic, you can find Jenna at the gym, deep in a good book, playing video games, or causing a ruckus with her best friends.

Approach & Philosophy

Jenna specializes in orthopedic acupuncture and electroacupuncture, with a strong focus on treating acute and chronic pain conditions through evidence-informed, patient-centered practice. Her treatments are tailored to the individual — always with recovery, mobility, and quality of life as the central goals.

Treatments Offered

Orthopedic Acupuncture

A specialized approach that applies acupuncture within a Western anatomical and musculoskeletal framework. Jenna uses needling to target specific muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves — making this an effective option for patients with sports injuries, repetitive strain, and structural pain conditions.

Electroacupuncture

A technique that applies a small electrical current to acupuncture needles to enhance therapeutic effect. Electroacupuncture is particularly useful for nerve pain, chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and cases where stronger stimulation is therapeutically appropriate.

Patient-Centered, Evidence-Informed Care

Every treatment plan Jenna develops is grounded in the patient’s specific presentation and goals. She combines evidence-informed techniques with close attention to how each patient responds, adapting her approach session by session.

Areas of Focus

– Musculoskeletal injuries and joint pain
– Back pain and neck pain
– Nerve pain (neuropathy, sciatica)
– Sports-related injuries
– Acute and chronic pain conditions

Services with Me

Your First Appointment

Jenna begins every initial session with a thorough assessment of your condition, history, and goals. She creates a treatment space that is welcoming, safe, and free of judgment — one where your comfort and needs are always the priority.

The treatment itself is typically relaxing and well-tolerated. Jenna explains each step, checks in on your comfort, and tailors needle placement and stimulation to your specific presentation. First sessions often include a brief overview of what to expect from acupuncture treatment more broadly, particularly for patients who are new to the practice.