Meet Dr. Danièle Saint-Cyr
Dr. Daniele Saint-Cyr, DOM, AP, founded St. Armands Acupuncture and Wellness to offer a thoughtful, personalized approach to healing, one that blends the wisdom of Chinese medicine with modern integrative care.
A board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine and licensed Acupuncture Physician with more than 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Saint-Cyr has dedicated her life to helping people find relief from pain, restore balance, and enjoy healthier, more vibrant lives.
Are you a veteran? Dr. Daniele Saint-Cyr is an approved provider with the Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care Network. Eligible veterans may be able to receive acupuncture services through VA authorization at her office rather than traveling to a VA facility.
She welcomes patients from around the world to her practice located inside Gauthier's Salon and Spa.
Physician and Clinical Educator
Dr. Danièle Saint-Cyr earned her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and Bachelor of Professional Health Sciences, graduating Magna Cum Laude from the Academy of Chinese Healing Arts in Sarasota, Florida.
Teaching has always been an important part of her professional life. She served on the faculty of East West College of Natural Medicine from 2004 to 2022 and, since 2024, has been an instructor and clinical supervisor at Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine, where she enjoys mentoring the next generation of acupuncture physicians.
Specialized Training in Chinese Medicine
One of the things I love most about Chinese medicine is that there is always more to learn. Throughout my career, I have continued to study with respected teachers whose work has enriched the care I provide to my patients.
My advanced training includes cosmetic acupuncture with Dr. Martha Lucas (Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture) and Dr. Mary Elizabeth Wakefield (Constitutional Facial Acupuncture), as well as extensive study in pain management through Master Tung Acupuncture, Dr. Tan, and with Dr. Brad Whisnant's distal acupuncture approach.
I have also completed advanced training in scalp acupuncture with Dr. Zhu for neurological conditions and stroke rehabilitation, along with certification in Auricular Therapy (Drs. Li-Chun Huang and Jim Shores), Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy (APIT), and Cold Laser Therapy.
Integrative & Eastern Medicine
My approach extends beyond acupuncture alone. Additional training in Functional Blood Chemistry and Hormone Testing allows me to integrate laboratory findings, nutrition, herbal medicine, and professional-grade supplements when appropriate, creating individualized treatment plans that support each patient's overall health and well-being.
My Philosophy
Early in my massage therapist carrer, I began asking a question that has guided me ever since: Why do so many people continue to live with chronic pain and recurring health problems?
That question led me to Chinese medicine, where the focus is not only on relieving symptoms but also on understanding the underlying patterns contributing to illness. For more than four decades, I have had the privilege of helping people reduce pain, restore balance, improve their health, and continue doing the things they enjoy.
My path into integrative medicine was a clinical one. After my first decade as a licensed massage therapist watching patients return for the same chronic pain, I pursued the deeper question: what was driving the inflammation underneath.
Under my care, my husband recovered from a major stroke. He regained full mobility, and his pain was considerably reduced. Since, I have helped thousands of patients with comparable health issues.
Longevity as a Lifestyle
Fluent in French and English, I hold a U.S. Coast Guard Captain's License, remaining an avid sailor, having always loved being on the water. I also enjoy gardening, lifelong learning, swimming, spending time in nature, and am currently pursuing certification as a pickleball coach and instructor.
As one of my newest passions, pickleball has become an enjoyable way to stay active reminding me every day that healthy aging isn't about slowing down, it's about continuing to move, learn, laugh, and enjoy life.