In-Person Mini Consults
The Elderberry is now taking appointments for in-person mini-consults! If you’re interested in talking with a herbalist about a health concern and want more in-depth service from The Elderberry staff, or if you would like to see if working with an herbalist is right for you, or if a mini-consult is the budget-friendly option for you to begin your healing journey, book on in! We are looking forward to opening our cozy office to our community, and are honored to support you.
What to Expect:
During this 30 minute consultation, we will utilize a brief intake form to explore your primary concern. Guided by the information you provide, as well as by our conversation following, the herbalist will create formulas and a plan specific to you and your needs. In most cases, you will leave with herbal formula(s) and plan in-hand. If you wish to leave with herbs from our apothecary, expect your appointment to be an hour to accommodate the herbalists’ formulation.
To Prepare for Your Mini-Consult:
Please complete the intake and consent form in advance (linked below)
Have a list of all medications and herbs taken regularly on hand
Bring supplement bottles to the appointment with you
Location: The office of The Elderberry, 1917 Commonwealth Ave., Charlottesville VA 22901
Please complete these forms and return prior to your appointment. If you are walking in or unable to complete paperwork online, it will be available to fill out in the store.
If you are filling out paperwork in the store, please arrive 15 minutes early
Important Notes:
At this time, we are offering this service in-person only.
One client and one primary concern per slot.
Herbs are not included in the pricing of the mini-consult.
If you are sick with something contagious, a mini consult is not right for you. Please call the shop at 434-964-9376 and we will help you.
You may not make the appointment or attend the appointment on behalf of anyone else, except your children or dependents.
Children under 14 must have an adult on premises for the duration of the appointment. Children under 12 must have an adult in the room with them during their appointment.
All information is kept private.
There are some cases for which the 30 minutes might not be enough time to serve you as fully as we would like to. If this is the case, we will let you know at the end of the meeting and will offer resources to ensure your needs are met.
These mini-consults are for you if you…
Would like a comprehensive herbal plan built specifically for you and your constitutional needs and specific health concern.
Are curious about working with an herbalist.
Would like to leave with an herbal remedy in-hand.
These mini-consults are NOT for you if you…
Are sick with a contagious illness.
Are making the appointment on behalf of someone who is not your child or dependent
Are experiencing an acute emergency or mental health crisis
These 30-minute consults may not be for you if you…
Are experiencing a long-term chronic illness.
Have cancer.
Have kidney disease.
Have a long-term diagnosed autoimmune disorder.
Are seeking psychological care or counseling.