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Starting October 26, 2026, Margo’s Clinic in downtown Toronto offers 50% off acupuncture to Ukrainian refugees displaced by the war since February 2022 who live with anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress (PTSD): $35 per session instead of the $70 promotional price ($45, 50% off the regular $90, for treatment starting after January 1, 2027). Margo is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, and the first consultation is free. Acupuncture is offered as support alongside care from a doctor or psychotherapist, not as a replacement.
Since 2022, many Ukrainians have made a new start in Toronto. Many also carry what they lived through: trouble sleeping, nightmares, feeling constantly on alert, panic, low mood, headaches and tension that will not let go. These are common reactions to war and displacement, and they deserve care.
Margaryta “Margo” Goncharenko trained as a physician in Ukraine before she studied acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She has practised in Toronto since 2002 and is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist (R. TCMP, R. Ac) with the CTCMPAO. She is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, so you can explain how you feel in your own language.
The Offer: $35 per Session
- Who it is for: Ukrainian refugees displaced by the war since February 2022, including CUAET newcomers, who live with war-related anxiety, depression or PTSD symptoms.
- Price: $35 per acupuncture session, which is 50% off the $70 promotional price. For treatment starting after January 1, 2027, the rate stays at 50% off the regular $90 price: $45 per session.
- Starts: October 26, 2026.
- Eligibility and duration: confirmed with Margo during your free consultation.
- First visit: the initial consultation, including an Electro-Meridian Imaging assessment, is free.
- Language: Ukrainian, Russian or English.
- How to get it: mention the offer when you book online or call 416-556-1933.
If you have extended health benefits through a job in Canada, they may cover part or all of the $35. See how insurance covers acupuncture in Ontario.
How Acupuncture May Help After War Trauma
Acupuncture is used to help calm the nervous system. For many people, it may help ease anxiety, improve sleep and reduce muscle tension, which often come with trauma. Margo looks at your whole pattern, including sleep, appetite, energy and mood, and chooses points for you. Learn more about acupuncture for anxiety and acupuncture for depression.
Acupuncture does not cure PTSD, and research on acupuncture for PTSD is still limited. The main treatments for PTSD are trauma-focused psychotherapy and, when needed, medication prescribed by a doctor. Acupuncture can be part of your care alongside them. Do not stop or change any medication without talking to your doctor.
For anxiety and depression, treatment is usually a course of 1–2 weeks of daily visits, Monday to Friday. Margo confirms the plan with you at the free consultation.
What Happens at Your First Visit
- A free, private conversation with Margo in Ukrainian, Russian or English.
- A review of your health history, sleep and current treatment.
- An Electro-Meridian Imaging assessment, which is painless and takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
- A treatment plan, with the number of sessions and the fee, before you decide anything.
If You Need Help Right Now
Acupuncture is not emergency care. If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline, 24/7) or call 911. To find counselling and community services in Ontario, call 2-1-1 or talk to your family doctor.
Коротко українською
З листопада 2026 року Margo’s Clinic (248 Shuter St., Торонто) пропонує українським біженцям, які покинули Україну через війну після лютого 2022 року, знижку 50% на сеанси акупунктури: $35 за сеанс. Акупунктура може допомогти зменшити тривогу, покращити сон і зняти напруження, пов’язані з пережитим, як доповнення до допомоги лікаря чи психотерапевта. Марго вільно розмовляє українською та російською мовами. Перша консультація безкоштовна; під час неї визначаються право на знижку та її тривалість. Запишіться онлайн або телефонуйте: 416-556-1933.
→ Book your free consultation: Call 416-556-1933 or book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies for the 50% acupuncture discount for Ukrainian refugees?
Ukrainian refugees displaced by the war since February 2022, including CUAET newcomers, who live with war-related anxiety, depression or PTSD symptoms. Mention the offer when you book at Margo’s Clinic. Eligibility is confirmed during your free consultation.
How much does a session cost with the discount?
Starting October 26, 2026, each acupuncture session is $35, which is 50% off the $70 promotional price. For treatment starting after January 1, 2027, the rate stays at 50% off the regular $90 price: $45 per session. The first consultation is free, and how long the discounted rate applies is determined during it.
Can acupuncture treat PTSD?
Acupuncture does not cure PTSD, and research is still limited. It may help ease anxiety, sleep problems and tension as part of care alongside trauma-focused psychotherapy and your doctor’s treatment.
Does Margo speak Ukrainian?
Yes. Margo is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, and she also sees patients in English.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book a free consultation directly, online or by phone at 416-556-1933.
Book Your Free Consultation
Meet Margo at 248 Shuter St., Toronto, ON M5A 1W2, talk through your health goals and get a personalized treatment plan. No cost, no obligation.
