Your First Visit
Holistic Medicine to address the symptoms & root causes of injury or illness
Welcome To Point Acupuncture
We look forward to supporting your health & healing. Whether you’re here for general health, fertility support, skin care, or pain relief, we’re committed to providing personalized care to help you feel your best. Chinese medicine takes a holistic approach to health that addresses symptoms by alleviating the root causes that create them. The body is seen as an interconnected system where dysfunction in one layer affects the whole. At Point Acupuncture, treatments focus on identifying imbalances to restore optimal health and harmony.
If you have questions about how acupuncture or Chinese herbal medicine can help you, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re happy to discuss your concerns and guide you toward the best treatment options to support your resilient health and well-being.
What to Expect at Your First Session
Your first visit is the foundation of our journey together, however, we learn the most important diagnostic information during return visits, where we discuss the changes you have experienced from treatment. Understanding how your body responds to treatment is key information that guides our plan forward.
We Get To Know Your Treatment Goals
During your first session, we complete a thorough intake of your health history and treatment goals before delving into treatment. Tongue observation and pulse examination are also used as diagnostic tools to gain insight into your case. Depending on the complexity of your health concern(s), a large portion of your first visit may be dedicated to medical discussion. We take the time to listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions. Our goal is to provide clear guidance on how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help, so you leave feeling informed and confident in your care.
We Personalize A Treatment Plan
After consultation, we transition into physical treatment using a variety of Chinese medicine therapies. In Chinese medicine treatments, acupuncture and herbal medicine may be combined or used exclusively on their own. Acupuncture is generally accompanied by other forms of bodywork, such as tui na medical massage, cupping, or moxibustion. Dry needling treatments may also include medical massage, cupping, and manual traction techniques.
A Clear Path Forward
You will leave your first appointment with a clear treatment plan and a realistic assessment of how we can help you. The plan includes the number of treatments you will need, a customized herbal formula (as necessary), and nutritional & lifestyle advice. We recommend scheduling three to four subsequent visits, especially with more chronic or complex health conditions, as it can take a handful of visits to understand an illness pattern. Clients will often notice relief from a specific symptom straight away, though more visits may be needed to work on the underlying root of the issue.
New Client Details
FIRST VISIT
Your initial session is where we get to know you and your health goals. We begin with a thorough intake discussing symptoms and medical history.
YOUR PRACTITIONER
Hannah is a board-certified Acupuncturist & Herbalist and licensed Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine.
QUALITY CARE
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are safe and effective therapies.
PRICING
Visit our pricing page to see up to date treatment costs. Packages are available at a reduced rate per treatment.
PAYMENT
To streamline the booking process, we ask that all patients provide a valid credit card to secure their appointment.
INSURANCE
Upon request, we provide a detailed receipt (superbill) that allows you to seek reimbursement from your insurer.
FAQs
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Yes, we do! Packages are available in bundles of 4, 5 or 10 appointments at a discounted rate. Option to pay in full or in installments of 2 or 3 monthly payments.
If you’re interested in a package, call the office or make an inquiry at your next appointment. See all pricing here.
5 TREATMENT PACKAGE ACUPUNCTURE / DRY NEEDLING
$575 (savings of $100)
10 TREATMENT PACKAGE ACUPUNCTURE / DRY NEEDLING
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Hannah offers free complimentary phone consultations to prospective patients to answer any questions you may have and to learn about Hannah’s approach.
You can see a full breakdown of our pricing here. Treatment packages are also available at a reduced price per treatment.
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Acupuncture and Dry Needling Sessions begin with a comprehensive discussion to determine the best course of treatment based on your unique case. After discussion, we delve into treatment using a variety of therapies such as acupuncture, massage, and cupping.
Herbal Consultations begin with a comprehensive discussion of your medical history and health goals to determine the best treatment strategy. Based on the discussion, Hannah will write you a personalized herbal formula. The first consultation lasts 60 minutes, and follow-up consultations are 30 minutes.
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The number and frequency of treatments will depend on the condition being treated and its severity. During our first consultation + treatment, we gather health information, establish a treatment plan, and prescribe an herbal formula (as necessary).
New clients should expect to follow up in a series of treatments until an obvious change is made. Booking three to four subsequent visits is recommended to gain momentum with treatment. With more chronic, complex cases, it can take a handful of treatments to begin to understand an illness pattern.
Hannah will discuss a treatment plan and guide you on the results you can expect. Often, patients will notice relief from a specific symptom straight away, though more time may be needed to work on the underlying root of the issue.
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Yes! Chinese medicine complements standard medical care and offers excellent alternatives when needed through acupuncture, bodywork, herbal medicine, and dietary therapy.
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Point Acupuncture has a 24-hour cancellation policy. Appointments altered within 24 hours of the scheduled treatment time will result in a $65 fee.
If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please let us know as soon as possible by changing your appointment through the patient portal, contacting us by phone at 207-358-3615, or emailing us at hannah@pointacupuncture.com.
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We do not process insurance in-house; however, we are happy to email you a receipt with the necessary coding for you to submit to your provider. We recommend checking with your insurance company to see if you are covered for acupuncture and, if so, for what specific conditions.
*Medicare covers up to 12 acupuncture visits in 90 days for chronic low back pain. If you show improvement, they will cover an additional 8 sessions. You can get a maximum of 20 acupuncture treatments in a 12-month period.
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Chinese medicine treats the person, not the disease. Learn more.
Acupuncture and herbal medicine have been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of injuries and illnesses. If you have questions about how acupuncture or herbs can benefit you, reach out to Hannah here. Schedule a free phone consultation here.
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Ideally, comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. If you need to undress, you will have privacy to take off any items of clothing, and you will be provided with appropriate ways to cover up.
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It depends on your interest in herbs and your condition. Herbs are a profound way to affect change in the body. Herbal formulas are mostly prescribed for internal medicine issues, such as digestion, painful menses, or the common cold. If you would like to take herbs without receiving acupuncture and bodywork, schedule an Herbal Consultation.
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Email is the best way to contact Hannah if you have any questions about your case or need to modify your herbal formula
hannah@pointacupuncture.com
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While Hannah has particular experience in these areas, she is a general practitioner who treats everything from headaches to neuropathy to stress and anxiety.