our services

Your first visit is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of your health so we can create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Please allow approximately 60 minutes for your initial appointment. This extended time allows us to gather a detailed health history and fully assess the concerns you would like addressed.
During the consultation, you will be asked about various aspects of your health, including:
– Medical and family history
– Lifestyle, diet, and exercise habits
– Sleep patterns and energy levels
– Emotional and mental well-being
– Current symptoms, pain, or discomfort
The physical assessment may include:
– Pulse palpation
– Tongue and facial observation
– Measurement of vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, temperature)

For accurate tongue diagnosis, we recommend avoiding coffee, smoking, and artificially colored foods prior to your visit, as these may temporarily alter the tongue’s appearance.
All information shared during your visit is treated with the strictest confidentiality. Your personal health information will never be disclosed without your written consent, except where required by law.

Appointment & Cancellation Policy

If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask that you provide at least 24 hours’ notice. This allows us to offer the time to another patient in need of care.

Acupuncture

Following your initial consultation and health history review, you will be guided to lie comfortably on a treatment table for your acupuncture session.
Fine, sterile, single-use needles are gently inserted at specific points on the body. Most patients receive an average of 15-20 needles per visit, depending on your condition and treatment goals.
Once the needles are in place, a heat lamp may be used to promote circulation and enhance relaxation. You will then rest quietly in the treatment room for approximately 20 minutes. During this time, many patients experience a deep sense of calm and relaxation. Soothing music is available to further support a restful environment.
Please allow 30 minutes for a typical treatment session.

Preparing for Your Visit

To ensure a comfortable and effective treatment experience:
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing that can be easily adjusted to expose areas such as your elbows and knees.
It is recommended to have a light meal before your appointment, but avoid arriving overly full or on an empty stomach.
Please avoid alcohol and strenuous exercise both before and immediately after your visit.

Herbal Medicine

Herbal medicine has been used alongside acupuncture for thousands of years as a fundamental part of traditional East Asian medicine. It is a time-tested approach that works to restore balance, support the body’s natural healing processes, and address the root causes of imbalance.
When appropriate, herbal medicine may be recommended as part of your personalized treatment plan to enhance and support the effects of acupuncture.
Herbal treatments may be provided in different forms depending on your condition and preference, including:
– Capsules or tablets (high-quality, practitioner-selected supplements)
– Custom herbal teas (decoctions) tailored specifically to your needs

Custom herbal formulas are made by combining carefully selected dried herbs. These are traditionally prepared as a decoction (herbal tea), which is cooked, concentrated, and then packaged into convenient vacuum-sealed pouches. This allows for easy use at home while preserving the effectiveness of the formula.
We partner with Kamwo Meridian Herbs, a trusted and reputable herbal pharmacy, to ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and consistency. Prepared herbal formulas are shipped directly to you for your convenience.
Herbal prescriptions are individualized and adjusted as your condition changes over time. A typical course is prepared for approximately 20 days, with a cost of $385.
As with all aspects of your care, herbal recommendations are made thoughtfully and tailored to your overall health profile. If you have any questions about ingredients, preparation, or usage, we are happy to guide you through the process.