Dr. Helen Tran
Dr. Ac. · Registered Massage Therapist
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Meet Dr. Helen Tran
From the Desk to the Treatment Room
In the past, Helen dedicated over a decade of her life to office work, where she became familiar with the toll that long hours at a computer can take on the body. This awareness sparked a profound desire for change, leading her to transition into the health industry. Choosing to become a Massage Therapist, Helen focused on alleviating the pain and tension that many carry in their necks and shoulders — as well as addressing pain radiating down the arms and lower back. Her firsthand experience with the discomfort of sedentary work gave her unique insight into the struggles of her patients.
Driven by her passion for holistic healing, Helen soon expanded her expertise to include Acupuncture. She immersed herself in her studies and — even after completing her program — continued to seek knowledge about the body and empathetic patient care.
Helen takes the time to listen to her patients’ concerns, crafting personalised treatment plans that integrate both massage therapy and acupuncture for maximum benefit. Her goal is to help patients feel better for longer durations. Each session is an opportunity to explore the layers of tension held within the body, to honour the emotions that accompany them, and to create space for healing.
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Areas of Expertise
Helen’s practice integrates massage therapy and acupuncture, with a particular focus on:
Pain Management
Neck, shoulder, lower back pain, and pain radiating down the arms — the everyday legacy of sedentary work.
II.Stress & Tension
Acupuncture and bodywork to release accumulated stress, calm the nervous system, and restore equilibrium.
III.Mental Health and Emotional Wellness
Compassionate care that honours the emotional layers held within the body and creates space for healing.
IV.Sports Injuries
Recovery and rehabilitation for acute and chronic sports injuries — restoring mobility, strength, and performance.
V.Headaches & Migraine Disorders
Tension headaches, migraines, and cervicogenic head pain addressed through acupuncture and targeted bodywork.
VI.Sleep Disorders
Insomnia, restless sleep, and disrupted circadian rhythms — restoring restorative rest through acupuncture and TCM.
Begin Your Care with Helen
If you carry the everyday tension of long hours at a desk — or are looking for a practitioner who integrates massage therapy with acupuncture and listens before treating — Helen welcomes new patients at both Calgary locations.

