The first session is for us to get on the same page and see if we're a good fit.

• We'll chat about your goals and symptom history for a deeper understanding of your starting baseline.

• We'll assess you based on what you're looking to improve and confirm what an appropriate initial treatment looks like.

• We'll run through an appropriate initial treatment the same day.

• We'll chat more about what a follow up plan may look like based on any immediate changes during the session.

• I'll explain any post-session care needed and have you take notes on your experience over the next 3 days.

• Three days after the initial session, I'll check in via email/text for feedback on how symptoms have changed since the initial treatment.

• Once we have that information, I'll be able to confirm what the most appropriate follow up plan is at that point in time.

It's ultimately up to you if you'd like to follow the recommendations exactly as described or to show up as you are able to.

Modalities are chosen if appropriate for your symptoms presentation and may include a mix of:

• Acupuncture (traditional, triggerpoint, facial and electroacupuncture)

• Cupping therapy (negative pressure massage therapy)

• Red Light Therapy (supports tissue healing)

• Scraping (guasha for the face and body)

• Manual Therapy (TuiNa, lymphatic drainage, triggerpoint therapy, fascial rolling, acupressure, tempering, etc.)

• Fascial Stretch Therapy (Assisted stretching techniques)

• Prehab Skills & Mobility Training (re-educating movement patterns, joint-specific training, flexibility and strength building)

Your initial session will always be a single session.

After your initial session, we'll have discussed appropriate treatment plans, and you’ll have the option of continuing as part of a plan or by booking single sessions as we go.

• When part of a plan, we'll pre-schedule all sessions for that month so you're guaranteed to have the times and days that you prefer. You'll be sent an invoice to fulfill within 24 hours of receiving it - with each session at a discounted rate - to lock in those times. Minimum of 4 sessions each month to pre-schedule.

• When booking single sessions, you’ll have the flexibility to book and pay online as you go. However, session times may not be guaranteed if you are looking to book last minute so plan accordingly!

themovewellclinic does not accept insurance. While treatment can be more affordable for clients through insurance, it does not cover dedicated hour-long, one-on-one attention nor does it cover all the therapeutic techniques you may need to truly get better.

By not accepting insurance, your sessions are more focused on what you actually need to get results and are less restricted by what insurance companies require in order for practitioners to be paid.

• You can use HSA/FSA when booking your appointment!

• If your insurance covers acupuncture, you can request paperwork that can be submitted for reimbursement.

• Cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling are not covered by insurance and will not be reimbursed.

Most people will workout beforehand and rest afterwards since there is a high chance you will leave feeling sore and sleepy.

Of course, every body reacts a bit differently. I'd plan to rest after the first session just in case!

Yes! I have many clients who present with hypermobility symptoms and we address them appropriately - even if you don’t have an official diagnosis.

Many cases of hypermobility pain require a mix of treatment and strength training, so be prepared to spend a few sessions with me in the gym where we can go over how to safely train your body.

• Clients are able to reschedule or cancel their pre-paid appointments up to 24hrs in advance of the scheduled time.

• It is the client’s responsibility to reschedule or cancel by managing their appointments online or communicate with Marisa to make adjustments within the appropriate time frame.

• If appointments are canceled within 24hrs of the scheduled time, the payment credit and time slot are forfeited.

• If appointments must be rescheduled within 24hrs of the scheduled time, they are subject to a $50 late rescheduling fee.

• No shows are held to these policies. Packaged sessions also follow these policies. You may reschedule your session via the $50 late rescheduling fee once. After that, a new appointment must be scheduled.

• Invoices that are not paid by within a month of our session date will have a late fee of $25 added each month it is late.

• Clients with an unpaid balance on their account may be barred from scheduling additional sessions until the balance is paid.

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