Your First Visit
When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment I will ask you to complete a comprehensive intake form. The acupuncture intake form asks questions about your current state of health, past illnesses, and family history. These questions are important because the holistic approach of Oriental medicine takes everything into account. Your current symptoms may not seem related to past health issues, but our bodies are complex landscapes and everything that happens to them leaves its mark.
After reviewing your intake form, we will discuss your condition, and I will examine your pulse and tongue, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points I choose will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, I will leave you to lie comfortably for 15-20 minutes with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time.
My world view is shaped by a life of travel. My father was an airline pilot and my mother a flight attendant so I was on a plane early. This has opened my eyes and curiosity to the world. I am lucky enough to have visited over 50 countries so far, and have circcumnavigated the world. I have also lived overseas, in Japan, Australia and Africa. Other than acupuncture my off times involve water sports, surfing, traveling and a love for food. I started as a natural foods chef, have studied Reiki, macrobiotics, reflexology and shiatsu.