Frequently Asked Questions...
What To Expect During Your Session
Q. Why do I need a 90 minute session for my initial visit?
You don NOT NEED a 90 minute session.we just strongly encourage you to schedule one. Scheduling the 90 minute (delux) session ensures enough time is allocated for our intial consultation, to fill out necessary paperwork and to answer any questions you may have before we initiate our co-partnership. This time helps our role as a holistic nurse and massage therapist to be the best resource and facilitator in your healing process. This initial consultation generally takes only 15-20 minutes. Therefore you get the opportunity to receive a little more actual hands on treatment time. First time clients can be scheduled for a 60 minute session, however please keep in mind at least 15 minutes of your session time may be used to complete paperwork and include the necessary initial consultation.
Q. Why do I need an intial consultation?
When we first meet,we need to conduct a thorough assessment, asking questions about your symptoms if any, lifestyle, diet and medical history. The consultation helps to create a personal treatment plan to benefit you holistically. This time also allows your practitioner time to address your needs, explain each therapy and answer any questions you may have. Since this is a co-partnership, we will establish what health and wellness goals you desire. During your consultaion your practitioner also has the opportunity to assess if there are any contraindications or restrictions to your treatment. There are a small number of medical conditions that are contraindicated and if this is the case it will be discussed during the consultation process. After your initial treatment and consultation your specific treatment needs will be clear, which will make it possible to establish the treatment(s) to concentrate on in the future.
Most people schedule a 60 minute or 90 minute sessions. However clients have the option to scheduled for 30 minutes or 120 (2 hr) session. It all depends on your desire or needs.
Clients do not pay per service, rather charges are based on the block of time that is reserved for you. Therefore a client may choose to have more than one therapy treatment in a session (ex: Reflexology and Healing Touch or Massage and Reiki). Typicially a 30 minute session only accomodates one therapy, whereas a 60 minute session can include two treatments (ex: Foot and Hand reflexology). A 90 minute session always provides the client the opportunuity to incorporate multiple therapies (ex: Coaching services with Energy Therapies or Healing Touch and Massage).
Unlike many facilities where a 60 minute appointment generally means you receive 50 minutes of table time and 5 minutes before and after your treatment are reserved for consultation with your therapist, at Intrinsic Health Source table time and hands on therapy is for the time scheduled. Practitioners allow enough time before and after your treatment for brief consultation without taking time away from your table time.
Q. Do I have to undress for the session?
NO, you do not have to get undressed for a treatment if you are receiving reflexology or energy therapies (reiki or healing touch). Clients will lie on a massage table fully clothed. Reflexology clients will be asked to remove their socks. If you are receiving a full body massage therapy session, you are encouraged to disrobe to your comfort level. However, you may discuss with the pracitioner what items of clothing you prefer keeping on.
Clients receive treatments in a serene, peaceful enviorment with relaxing music, laying comfortably on our extra padded massage table. You will be made comfortable with soft sheets, heated table, cozy blankets and additional pillows to support you if you require.
Q. What if I don't like to be touched?
Except for massage therapy and reflexology, all energy therapies (Reiki, Healing Touch and Chakra Balancing) can be done without the practitioner directly touching you and it is just as effective.
Q. How many treatments do I need?
The frequency of treatments is ultimately up to you and may vary depending on your state of health and long term objectives. The benefit of having treatments on a regular basis will be that it can help you better manage stress, build up your immune system and balance your body's energy system. Each treatment builds upon previous ones to increase your body's intrinsic ability to heal physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.
The benefits of holistic healing therapies are experienced differently. Although some clients notice an improvement just after one treatment, some clients (especially those with long-standing issues) have needed a few sessions to experience the benefits. Often a new client is encouraged to schedule two to three sessions over the course of a 10-30 day period following their initial visit. Scheduling these sessions allows the client time to recognize any noticeable changes taking place fostering the healing process.
The goal is to reach optimum wellness; to empower YOU with the strategies and skills to live a healthy and balance life while enhancing your body's INTRINSIC ability to heal. Therefore once you are at the stage to maintain this sense of balance and well-being, the recommended schedule for treatments would be one or twice a month.
Q. What can I expect after my treatment?
With all of our treatments, it is very likely that you will be extremely relaxed and a bit sleepy. You are encouraged to take your time sitting up and will be offered water while the practitioner discusses the treatment with you. After each session, the client’s needs are reassessed to plan appropriately. This will include the need for further treatments, referrals to other professionals, and instruction in self care as needed and in collaboration with the wishes of the client. You will also be given some after care advice so you can continue to maximize the benefits of your treatment. At no time do our practitioners claim to cure, diagnose or prescribe.
Most people find the treatments very relaxing and sleep well following a treatment. The overall feeling of relaxation is commonly experienced. Pain relief is also reported after one session. Emotions such as depression, anger, guilt, etc. are often released. Expect the body to detoxify. Immediately after a treatment you may feel tired, light-headed, relaxed, energize or more emotional. You might have to go to the bathroom more frequently, or have a runny nose or eyes. It is not uncommon for certain conditions to temporarily worsen for up to 48 hours as the body adjusts and begins its natural healing process. To help the detoxification and healing process, drink plenty of water to flush out unwanted toxins the day of treatment and over the following few days. You may also feel the need to rest more. These are all perfectly normal reactions. If you are concerned about possible side effects, please do not hesitate to contact your practitioner.
Q. Do you accept insurance?
Medical insurance is not accepted. Intrinsic Health Source accepts cash and check as payment methods. Holistic Therapies and Wellness Services are generally not covered by insurance. However clients may be able to submit a claim. Health Savings Accounts or Health Flex Accounts may offer some coverage. Please check with your individiual insurance carrier to explore possible wellness benefit reimbursements.
Q. What type of payment do you accept?
We accept cash or check. We do not perform insurance billing. We accept payment at the time of service and provide receipts for you to submit to your insurance plan if needed. For gift certificate and discount session packages online purchase is available via pay pal. Laurie Millo, LMT is an independent contractor for Intrinsic Health Source and does her own billing. Therefore all clients of Laurie must direct all billing inquiries and payments directly to Laurie Millo.
Thank you for visiting Intrinsic Health Source's website. We hope you found helpful information and will consider Intrinsic Health Source as a resource to help you in your wellness journey. Please contact Jeannine Capria with any questions or concerns at 203-450-0786 or email at jeannine@intrinsichealthsourrce.com . To contact Laurie Millo, LMT directly call 203-258-0780 or email her at lauriemillo@intrinsichealthsource.com.
