We know, we know, you love the walk-in clinic. We do, too! Please just trust on this. Our fees will stay the same, and we will still be open 7 days a week, we just ask that you schedule your appointment in advance, here’s why:
Scheduled appointments happen
Good intentions for walk-ins can get overthrown by life (work needing more of you, feeling guilty about not getting home sooner to family, and even a rainy day can make it a bit of an uphill battle to get out). “If I had a penny for every time I hear a patient in the Community Clinic say, ‘I was meaning to here last week!” The patient will observe that they needed a bit of TLC sooner but life got in the way of life. We don’t hear these same sentiments in our One on One clinic. The reason is simple: in One on One patients have to schedule and so the rhythm is there for them. Acupuncture is not another thing to squeeze in, it’s a treat on the week’s schedule.
With acupuncture, the dose matters
Similar to making use of a medication such as an antibiotic or antidepressant, or even an herbal therapy, acupuncture takes the right dosing. Every successful research study looking at acupuncture includes a course of about 12 or more sessions. We always say, “if you’ve tried acupuncture once, you have not tried acupuncture.”
Owner and acupuncturist Sarah O’Leary reflected on her own introduction to acupuncture. “I started going to acupuncture at first in a student clinic where a series was required to sign up,” Sarah reports. “It was just interesting at first, but it did not cause any real or meaningful changes. But after ten sessions the reason I came in (migraines) had been addressed significantly. And my mood was impressively improved, I felt less rocked by events in my life. Over the course of a year in acupuncture my allergies became a non issue and I got sick less often. If I had not committed to those ten sessions I would have never gone back after session one or two.”
The benefits of moving to the scheduled community clinic model (vs. walk-in)
- A more even traffic flow in the clinic and peaceful experience
- More attentive and less rushed acupuncturists
- The chance to make and stick to a plan with your acupuncturist and see results faster
- By scheduling ahead, you will definitely get a chair without waiting, and we can make sure you get in and out in a timely manner.
- Same day appts can still be made as close to an hour in advance for those unexpected needs.
Same Day Appointments
For acute issues like headaches, colds, unexpected anxiety or sleep trouble you can still get a same day appointment. Simply call or book online. Had a tough day at work and need to destress? Appointments can be made as close as an hour in advance for those unexpected needs. We recommend downloading the scheduling app here. Or you can always call (410-235-1776), we have added receptionist hours 7 days a week to be sure the phone is picked up when you call.
