Frequently Asked Questions
What is occupational therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a profession which can work with individuals across the lifespan addressing their goals in achieving their preferred activities, known as occupations. It can include daily self care, household tasks, health management, rest and sleep, education, work, play and leisure or social participation.
Do you offer traditional occupational therapy services?
While I primarily focus on providing CFT for clients I do continue to support clients with traditional occupational therapy services and home safety modification assessments. Please reach out for more information or to inquire about working together. I serve clients of all ages- infants through adults.
What do you need to get started?
Per Georgia law, occupational therapists have direct access which means we do not need an occupational therapy order from a doctor to begin working with clients. If you would prefer, you can still reach out to your primary care doctor or specialist to discuss working with me before beginning treatment.
What is the financial investment?
For aging clients who qualify for skilled occupational therapy services, Medicare may cover your services. However, Medicare does not cover Craniosacral Fascial Therapy services. To maximize the individualized attention I offer clients I currently do not work with insurance outside of Medicare. I am a fee for service provider and payment is due at the time of service. I currently offer packages for clients as well as single sessions. There is a slight discount per hour for those booking a package versus single sessions. I have found clients respond best when committing to multiple sessions to allow CFT the greater opportunity to help maximize supporting the body heal and allowing it time to reprogram with the relief of tension and strain in the fascial web. Packages begin at $430.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I currently accept cash, check, Venmo and card payments (debit/credit/HSA/FSA). All payments are due at the time of service.
What is craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT)?
Please refer to my CFT page for more information and a direct link to the Gillespie website for more information and client experiences on the modality.
What to expect with a CFT session?
The session will be conducted fully clothed on a massage table. There may be times you are lying on your back, sitting up or lying on your side. It is a gentle modality but your body may "unwind" as tension is released and move so it is recommended to wear comfortable, loose clothes you might wear when stretching or working out.
Where are you located and what is your travel radius?
I have an office space inside Wellness Worx in Flowery Branch, GA and use a space inside Family Dentistry of Blairsville once a month in Blairsville, GA. Local in-home sessions are available within a 20 minute drive one way from my Flowery Branch office only. In-home sessions are dependent upon schedule availability.
Who do you work with?
Individuals looking for relief from chronic neck and shoulder pain, stiffness or tension
Caregivers feeling burned out and needing support for the overwhelm and stress
Those wanting to support their health to feel their best from a holistic lens
Individuals of all ages who experience fascial strain, tension or physical trauma
Individuals going through myofunctional therapy, especially those dealing with expansion devices
Infants struggling with sleep, constipation, gas or reflux
Children struggling with focus, anxiety, attention
Children and infants with tethered oral tissues (tongue, lip, and/or buccal ties) - both pre & post release for bodywork!
Infants and children struggling with milestones, fine motor skills, feeding or primitive reflexes
If none of these describe you but you have questions or think I can help, please reach out via my contact page to discuss your needs and goals and the possibility of working together!
