When can I come and shop for herbs without an acupuncture/bodywork appointment?

I am open to the public from 1-6 every Friday without any need for an appointment. I schedule patients during other days outside of that time.

How many acupuncture treatments will help me?

This varies from person to person, but commonly I suggest scheduling 4 sessions, each one week apart initially to make some progress.

What can I expect during a session?

I combine multiple styles of acupuncture, massage, energy work, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion and herbal medicine. We will have ample time to speak together about your health needs and history.

What clothing should I wear?

Comfortable clothing that rolls up to knees and elbows is helpful, but I can always accommodate anything you are wearing.

How much does a session cost?

$140 for the intitial appointment, and $100 for follow-up

Do you accept insurance?

I do not bill insurance, but after you have paid, I am happy to send you a medical superbill. You may contact your insurance to find out if they will reimburse you for out-of-network acupuncture services.

Do you offer sliding scale fees?

I offer a limited number of 1 hour sessions for $65 instead of $100. Once the spots are filled I am not able to add more. Please contact me via email if: You are temporarily in need of very frequent treatments due to an acute medical issue.
You are a service industry worker. You are a student who is not supported by your parents. You are employed by a volunteer, community service or non-profit organization. You earn earn less than $35k per year. You are precariously employed, disabled, or otherwise unable to work. You have no health insurance and little access to healthcare or therapy. You have very little expendable income. You do not have access to personal or retirement savings.

Do you offer classes?

Yes! Here you will find my classes, if you don't currently see any, you can add yourself to my email list at the bottom of the page to be notified of upcoming classes.

How do I refill my herbal formula?

Since I am seeing patients during the weekdays for acupuncture, herbal medicine and massage, I am unable to fill herbs outside of public shop hours every Friday 1-6. Sometimes, if you are my patient, we are actively working together to treat something complex and specific herbs are needed at specific timelines. In this case, I occasionally fill herbs outside of Friday for currently scheduled patients if we have discussed a plan for this during your scheduled treatment time.

Why don't you have an herbal formula that I have purchased previously? Will you make this herbal formula again? Do you always have the same teas and tinctures available?

Since this medicine is made seasonally, slowly, with intention for healing and respect for the limits of the land, our earth, and my own body - the medicine I have on hand will vary each day. If a favorite of yours is not available, we can work together to find another blend for you.

Can you contact me when an herb is back in stock?

I am unable to keep specific call back lists at this time.

What kind of health concerns is acupuncture and herbal medicine helpful for? What do you specialize in?

all sorts of pain, including neuropathy, auto-immune pain, and injuries, pre and post surgical care long lasting and difficult digestive problems including Crohn’s, ulcers, colitis, bacterial and viral infections emotional nuances and difficulties crises doubt migraines, neck and jaw pain foot and hand pain skin conditions painful menstrual cycles, irregular bleeding, menopause pregnancy and post-partum support chronic allergies and asthma sadness and grief lack of purpose auto-immune conditions sleep problems low energy long-covid worry and anxiety frequent colds aging, dying and caregiver burnout difficult-to-diagnose conditions