- Bricket Wood, St Albans
What to Expect at Your First Consultation
Your appointment is designed to feel calm, supportive, and unrushed — a space where you can fully relax while your body receives the care it needs. We’ll take the time to really understand your health and what you need support with.
We’ll begin with a thorough consultation, discussing your health, cycle, symptoms, and goals. Your treatment will be completely personalised for you on the day.
If you’re coming for general health concerns, our session will last about 60 minutes. If we’re focusing on fertility, it’ll be 90 minutes so we can dive into all the details that matter.
For fertility consultations, I will spend up to 30 minutes outside of your appointment reviewing your medical history, previous test results, scans and your consultant letters.
A Warm & Supportive Space
From the moment you step into my clinic, I want you to feel comfortable and cared for. I’ve been supporting patients with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) since 2004, and I know how important it is to look at the bigger picture of your health.
During our first session, I’ll take a deep dive into your medical history, stress levels, nutrition, and lifestyle. In TCM, every little detail matters, so I may ask about things like:
▫️ Digestion & gut health
▫️ Sleep patterns
▫️ Menstrual cycles & symptoms
▫️ Emotional well-being & stress levels
For a fertility patient, we’ll also look at your partner’s health, your lifestyle, and anything else that could be impacting your fertility.
Before we start treatment, I’ll also check your tongue, pulse, and abdomen—these all give valuable clues about what’s going on inside your body.
Throughout your session, I’ll always prioritize your comfort and make sure you feel at ease. I’ll explain everything as we go and adapt to your preferences—whether you prefer quiet relaxation, guided breathwork, or a chat during treatment.
More Than Just Acupuncture
Fine acupuncture needles are gently inserted, with needle sizes chosen to maximise comfort. Along with acupuncture, I may use additional techniques to enhance your treatment, including:
✅ Auricular (ear) acupuncture – gentle, powerful support for the nervous system and hormones
✅ Electro-acupuncture – A mild electrical pulse to enhance acupuncture benefits
✅ TDP Lamp – Therapeutic heat & infrared light – to improve circulation, ease tension, and promote healing
✅ Heated treatment couch – for deep comfort and relaxation
✅ Lavender pillow spray – to calm the nervous system and enhance rest
✅ Relaxing music — or feel free to bring your own playlist
✅ Gua Sha – A gentle scraping technique to release tension
✅ Ear Seeds – Tiny acupressure points for ongoing support
✅ Moxibustion (Moxa) – warming therapy to support circulation, energy, and reproductive health
✅ Cupping therapy – to reduce muscle tightness, improve circulation, and support recovery
All of these are included in your session at no extra cost.
What to Bring & How We’ll Stay in Touch
If you have any relevant test results, letters from specialists, or medical reports, please bring them along—they help me build the best treatment plan for you. Also, let me know the best way to contact you, especially if you share an email account with family members.
Tailored Recommendations & Referrals
Sometimes, additional testing or expert support is needed to get a clearer picture of your health. If I recommend further hormone testing, a 3D ultrasound, nutritional guidance, or specialist support, it’s always from a trusted network of experts. I don’t receive any financial incentives for referrals—my only goal is to connect you with the right people to support your journey.
Your Fertility Treatment Plan
For fertility patients, After our session, I’ll send you a detailed report with tailored recommendations to help guide you on your journey, which will include:
✔️ A detailed acupuncture treatment plan
✔️ Recommended tests & specialist referrals
✔️ Lifestyle tips tailored to your needs
✔️ A discounted fertility supplement package
This report is yours to keep, so you can take your time absorbing the information and planning your next steps.
How Often Will I Need Treatment?
For general health concerns, I usually recommend bi weekly or weekly sessions for the first 6-8 weeks, then spacing them out as things improve. For musuclar issues, you may need less treatments. For fertility, a full cycle of egg development takes about 4 months, so we aim for weekly sessions during this time. Every plan is customized based on your needs and goals.
If you’re ready to start your journey, I’d love to support you. Get in touch to book your first consultation—I can’t wait to meet you!
