First appointment guide
A calm guide to your first Japanese acupuncture appointment in West End or Samford Valley with Dr. Kailey Chapman (Acupuncture).
First appointment
90 minutes
Practitioner
Dr. Kailey Chapman (Acupuncture), AHPRA registered
Locations
West End and Samford Valley
Before treatment
The first visit is longer because it needs room for your history, questions, suitability, consent and a treatment plan where suitable.
Your first appointment starts with a detailed intake. Kailey may ask about your main concern, medical history, current medications, sleep, stress, digestion, pain patterns, energy, previous treatment experiences and cycle, pregnancy or fertility context where relevant. You can share only what feels clinically relevant and comfortable.
Japanese acupuncture often uses palpation-led assessment, including pulse, abdomen or channel palpation where suitable. The aim is to understand the pattern being discussed and decide whether acupuncture or another care pathway is appropriate.
Treatment may include fine needles and, where clinically appropriate, moxa, cupping, herbal compresses, abdominal work or Chinese medicine discussion. These options are explained before they are used, and your comfort matters throughout the appointment.
If you are pregnant, preparing for IVF, taking medication, managing a complex condition or under specialist care, bring relevant guidance from your health team. Acupuncture can be discussed as supportive or adjunct care where suitable, while medical decisions stay with your treating practitioners.
Practical preparation
Wear loose clothing that can roll above elbows and knees. Bring layers if you tend to feel cold.
You can ask what is being considered before any technique is used. Consent can be changed at any point.
Eat something light before your appointment if that suits you, and avoid arriving rushed where possible.
If you are pregnant, taking medication or under specialist care, bring relevant advice or timing information.
Appointment lengths
90 mins
A longer first acupuncture consultation with health history, Chinese medicine assessment and discussion, acupuncture treatment, and auxiliary therapies if suitable.
45 mins
An online Traditional Chinese Medicine consultation to discuss your concerns, dietary guidance, herbs or supplements where appropriate, and referrals where needed.
60 mins
A standard acupuncture consultation with Chinese medicine discussion, acupuncture treatment, and auxiliary therapies if suitable.
120 mins
An extended restorative appointment using gentle Japanese-style acupuncture and supportive therapies such as abdominal work, moxa, herbal compresses, or cupping where suitable.
Locations
Questions before booking? Contact 0459 490 201 or kaileybellechapman@gmail.com.
120 Boundary Street, West End QLD 4101
Located down the alley and up one flight of stairs.
Tuesday 10 am-7 pm; Wednesday 9 am-5 pm; Thursday 10 am-7 pm; Friday 9 am-5:30 pm; Saturday 9 am-2 pm; Sunday and Monday closed.
132 Foggs Road, Mount Samson QLD 4520
Appointments available through Vera Wellness.
Every second Wednesday, 9 am-5 pm, by appointment through Vera Wellness. Check the booking calendar for current availability.
Related reading
A practical guide to intake, comfort, consent and gentle Japanese-style appointments.
Questions to ask if you are curious about acupuncture but worried about needles or sensation.
Learn about the light-touch, palpation-led approach used at Free the Qi.
Compare current appointment durations, online consultation options and clinic locations.
FAQs
The initial appointment is 90 minutes. This allows time for health history, Chinese medicine assessment, discussion, consent and treatment where suitable.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that can roll above the elbows and knees. Draping can be used, and you can ask questions before any area is accessed for treatment.
Some people feel a small prick, warmth, heaviness, a dull ache or a numb tingle. Japanese-style acupuncture is generally light-touch, and treatment can be adapted to your comfort where suitable.
You can book a consultation to discuss suitability. Bring relevant advice from your maternity, fertility or medical team, and contact them first for symptoms that feel urgent or concerning.
Check the current booking confirmation for the clinic's cancellation and rescheduling details. If plans change, update the appointment as early as possible.
This guide is general information to help you prepare for an appointment. Medical decisions should stay guided by your usual health team.