Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Acupuncture has been used for over 3000 years and has demonstrated positive results. It continues to be researched and studied to illustrate the efficacy. You can read more about this fascinating medicine under the "Treatments Offered" page on this website.

The amount of sessions will depend on the severity and duration of your particular complaint and body constitution. While each person is unique, many people feel relief within 3 - 8 treatments. Chronic conditions may require more treatments.

Your first session will generally last about 60 - 90 minutes, which includes the consultation and treatment. Each subsequent session will last from 45 minutes to an hour. During your consultation, we'll discuss your condition and body type along with the various therapies that will be necessary to aid in your healing.

The goal of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is to help your body heal as a whole. Therefore, a variety of conditions can be helped with acupuncture such as: Pain Headache & migraine TMJ & dental pain Eye pain Joint pain (knee, shoulder and elbow), as well as reducing muscle spasm and increasing mobility Fibromyalgia Neck, back & sciatic pain Gout, traumas & sprains - besides lessening pain, circulation will be improved to quicken recovery time Resulting pain from accidents Chronic pain Mental/Emotional Depression Stress Anxiety Insomnia Substance dependency/addiction Lethargy Respiratory Allergies Asthma Immune boosting Infections Reproductive Health Stimulate labor induction & ease pain Help to correct abnormal fetal position Menstrual disorders - including lack of period, irregular periods, severe cramping, PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, fibroids and cysts Fertility challenges Stimulates milk production for breast feeding Neurological Stroke Bell's palsy Trigeminal neuralgia Digestive Ulcer Gastritis Acid Reflux Poor digestion Nausea & Vomiting Ulcerative colitis/Crohn's Constipation Diarrhea

The initial treatment, which includes a full intake, diagnosis, acupuncture and all other necessary modalities (cupping, gua sha, nutritional guidance, herbal consultation and/or essential oils): Prices starting at: $140 and lasts 60-75 minutes* $325 for a 3 session package Follow up treatment, which includes a shorter intake, acupuncture and all other necessary modalities (cupping, gua sha, nutritional guidance, herbal consultation and/or essential oils): Prices starting at: $100 and lasts 45 - 60 minutes* $285 for a 3 session package In-Depth Acupuncture & Holistic Healing Session (for established patients only), which includes all of the above including additional modalities such as NET and/or Mindful Acupuncture. Prices starting at: $130 and lasts 90 minutes* Herbal consultation, which can be done in person or virtually: Prices starting at: $60 and lasts 25 minutes* Virtual wellness mentoring and/or telehealth sessions are as follows: Prices starting at: $150 for 55 minutes *Cost of herbs is separate Expert and/or Fact Witness: If called in to testify for an existing patient in a legal case my fees are as follows (to be paid prior to testifying): Preparation time: $275/hour Phone and Zoom calls: $275/hour Depositions in person: $500/hour Testimony in court: $500/hour Mileage: Set by the IRS Time away from the office due to depositions or testimony: $300/hour All attorney fees/costs incurred to be paid by the subpoenaing party Filing or supplying any relevant documents: $250

In fairness to our patients, all missed appointments or those not cancelled 24 hours before your scheduled time are subject to a cancellation fee, which is equal to the cost of the visit.

The needles are about the width of a single strand of hair so very little sensation is felt if at all. You may notice a slight ache initially, which goes away in matter of seconds. In fact, most people find the effects to be calming and relaxing.

Nope! Only sterile, disposable needles are used and discarded after each use.

Many insurance plans now cover acupuncture! While our office only accepts Landmark Healthcare, we're happy to provide you with a form you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.