Book: Acupuncture New Patient

Your first visit is the longest we'll spend together, and it sets the foundation for everything that follows. We begin with a thorough intake: your primary concern, your health history, and the details that often go unasked — sleep, digestion, energy, stress, cycle. I'll also use traditional diagnostic methods, reading your pulse and observing your tongue, to understand what's happening beneath the symptoms. From there, we move into treatment. You'll rest comfortably while I place fine, sterile needles at the points chosen for your pattern. Depending on what your body needs, the session may also include cupping, gua sha, or moxibustion. Most people feel a deep calm settle in — it's common to drift off. We'll finish by talking through what I found, what to expect, and an individualized plan: how often to come in, and any herbal, dietary, or self-care support to carry home with you. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing, and eat something light beforehand.