During your first appointment, we’ll start with an in-depth conversation about your health history, current concerns, and goals for treatment. I’ll then conduct a Chinese medicine assessment to identify the root pattern behind your symptoms. This diagnostic process guides a customized acupuncture treatment during the same visit.

Before you leave, I’ll share a treatment plan tailored to your needs — including how often to come in, expected outcomes, and any lifestyle or herbal recommendations to support your healing.

Follow-up visits allow more time for additional therapies alongside acupuncture, such as heat therapies, cupping, gua sha, or manual techniques when appropriate.

Most patients are surprised by how gentle acupuncture feels. You may feel a brief pinch or a mild tingling sensation, but many people find treatments deeply relaxing — some even fall asleep during sessions.

That depends on the nature and severity of your condition. Some people feel relief after one session, more commonly patients need several weeks of consistent care. I’ll discuss a treatment plan with you after your first visit.

Yes — acupuncture is safe during pregnancy and can complement conventional treatments. I’ll always take your full medical history into account to provide the safest care possible.

Acupuncture needles are sterile, single-use, surgical-grade stainless steel needles that are safely disposed of after each treatment. They’re extremely fine—much thinner than a strand of hair—and most patients feel little to no discomfort upon insertion. I also hold Clean Needle Technique certification through the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (CCAOM), ensuring the highest standards of safety and hygiene.

Yes. I am in-network with many Premera Blue Cross plans.
TriWest credentialing is currently in progress, and I will update my website once approval is complete.

To verify your acupuncture benefits, please request an appointment at https://spruce-cove-acupuncture.clientsecure.me. I’ll confirm your coverage and follow up within 1–2 business days.

For plans I am not contracted with, I’m happy to provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Time-of-service visits are also available.

Yes. If you don’t have insurance coverage for acupuncture, I offer time-of-service (self-pay) visits.

Time-of-service rates reflect a prompt-pay discount compared to insurance billing. Current rates are:

• $225 – New Patient Appointment
Includes a comprehensive intake, acupuncture treatment, and an individualized plan of care

• $150 – Return Visit
Includes treatment and continued management of care

I’m always happy to help you understand your options and choose what makes the most sense for your healing.