When you seek help with a health problem, it may be that you have been struggling with a degree of pain, immobility or some other dysfunction for some time - often months, if not years. Various kinds of treatment may have been tried, but the causes of the problems may not have been fully addressed or understood. And you may not be entirely sure what kind of help you need. If this is you, then rather than rushing straight into treatment, wouldn't it be good to have the chance to start with some time when you can explain your needs, hopes and expectations? Listening to you is a vital part of any therapeutic visit - after all, only You know how you are feeling! And wouldn't it be good to meet with a professional Acupuncturist who can explain how he works and what you can expect, before you commit your time, money and self to treatment?