Genevieve Vaillancourt, LAc

Genevieve Vaillancourt, licensed acupuncturist, is the clinic director & owner of Saco River Acupuncture. She discovered acupuncture in 2010 after a car accident left her with debilitating whiplash. Genevieve’s own personal struggle with neck pain and headaches not only led her to finding relief through acupuncture, but also, to a new career. She went on to complete a Masters of Acupuncture at the New England School of Acupuncture outside of Boston, MA.

With 8 years of clinical experience, specialized training in chronic conditions, and over 15,000 patient treatments performed, Genevieve brings a missing link of healthcare to the Southern Maine area. Her focus has been on treating chronic pain, failed surgeries, neurological disorders, women’s health/fertility, stress and anxiety.

Elizabeth Doane, LAc, DACM

Elizabeth has been a Maine licensed acupuncturist & herbalist for 10 years previously practicing in Scarborough, ME. She earned her Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) in 2012 from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, CA. In 2016, Dr. Doane furthered her studies completing her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM), becoming one of the first acupuncturists to achieve their DACM in Maine.

She practices a variety of acupuncture styles allowing her to help an array of patients. She has 10 years of experience treating pain, arthritis, migraines/headaches, women’s health, digestive problems, stress and anxiety. In her spare time, Elizabeth loves getting into the woods on her mountain bike, walking her 2 dogs on the trails, and spending time with her daughter.

Zach Haigney, LAc

Zach is a licensed acupuncturist who treats a multitude of conditions including stress, anxiety, immune system support & digestive issues with a special focus on the treatment of pain & musculoskeletal conditions. Before moving to Maine, Zach had a private practice in Manhattan for 5 years, working closely with physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors at SHIFT Integrative Medicine. His patients included cyclists, runners, CrossFit athletes, yogis, dancers, and golfers who wanted to manage pain, accelerate healing time, and improve athletic performance.

He graduated from Tri-State College of Acupuncture in Manhattan, and is a licensed acupuncturist in the states of Maine, New York, and New Jersey. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Philosophy from Boston College. Zach also received advanced continuing education through the Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification program with Matt Callison. This year-long program consisted of progressive training on the diagnosis and treatment of common athletic injuries & orthopedic conditions.

Moriah Peaslee, LMT

Moriah is a licensed massage therapist with a focus on restoring the mind and body connection. She was drawn to massage therapy for the opportunity to connect with a diverse clientele, meeting them wherever they are in their healing and wellness journey. Moriah’s goal is to listen empathetically to both the words and the bodies of her clients to create the most beneficial session for their specific needs. Her hope is to bring a stillness and mindfulness to her sessions that will counteract life’s fast pace and follow her clients out into the world. Her techniques range from deep relaxation to deep tissue, using her anatomy knowledge to provide in-depth and focused sessions. She specializes in myofascial stretches and releases, trigger point therapy, positional release, passive stretching, and cupping. Each session is customized to the specific needs of the client.