Clinics, Contact Details & Fees
The Therapy Centre - Reading
LOCATION:
6B Church St
Reading
Berkshire UK RG1 2SB
Parking available at Saxon Court Car Park (3min walk from the Therapy Centre). Parking fees: 0 – 2 hours = £2.00, 2 – 4 hours = £4.00
Pay and display parking in Deansgate Road (5min walk from the Therapy Centre). Parking fees: 1 hour = £1.60, 2hours = £3.30
mariacupuncture@outlook.com
07403763736
Due to my active engagement in the practice during the day, emails are the most efficient way to reach out for treatment discussions or advice. Alternatively, you can opt to leave a voice message, and I'll promptly return your call at the earliest convenience.
Appointment Information
Appointments must be scheduled in advance through the online booking system. Should you encounter any difficulties with the online booking process, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'll be glad to assist you in securing your appointment directly. If you plan to proceed through insurance, please contact me before booking any appointments to discuss the necessary arrangements.
Opening Hours
Monday: 9:00am - 7.00pm
Thursday: 9.00am - 7.00pm
Saturday (Ages 0-18 only): 9.30am-1.30pm
Fees
Adult Initial Consultation (incl. treatment, 90 min) – £70
Adult Follow-up (45 min) – £50
Child (0-18) Initial Consultation (incl. treatment, 60 min) – £60
Child (0-12) Follow-up (30 min) – £35
Child (13-18) Follow-up (45 min) – £45
Adult Acupuncture Package*: 5 follow-up appointments: £225 (£45/session)
* You must book an initial consultation before purchasing an acupuncture package. Acupuncture Packages are valid for 3 months and are non-refundable.
Payment
Payment can be conveniently completed online using credit/debit cards. To book an appointment and proceed with payment, kindly click the 'Book Now' button located at the top of the page. Alternatively, for appointments booked via phone or email, payments can be made on the appointment day using either cash or credit card.
Appointments cancelled without at least 36 hours' notice will incur a charge equal to 50% of the treatment fee. For more details, please refer to the 'Cancellation Policy' at the end of the page.
The College of Integrated Chinese Medicine, Reading
Appointment Information
Appointments must be scheduled in advance by phone, email, or through the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine booking system by clicking here . Once the booking page opens, select select "CICM Patient Initial Consultation" and practitioner "Maria Rossi room 15".
If using insurance, contact me before booking, as payment must be made the same day of the treatment, which is the only option at this clinic. An invoice will be provided for your insurer to reimburse you.
Opening Hours
Friday: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Fees
Initial Consultation, treatment included (up to 90min): £70
Follow-up Appointments (up to 45min): £50
Packages are not available at this clinic.
Payment
Payment must be made on the appointment day using either cash or a credit card.
Appointments cancelled without a 36 hours notice, will be charged at full fee. For more details see the "Cancellation Policy" at the end of the page.
LOCATION:
The College of Integrated Chinese Medicine
19 Castle Street
Reading, RG1 2SB
Car park available at the back of the building. For first-time appointments, check Google Maps for directions.
Please register your car within 10 minutes of arrival by scanning the QR code at reception. Unauthorised parking or late registration will result in a ticket, which cannot be cancelled. Car park usage is from 9am to 6pm.
Parking is not guaranteed, so allow extra time for alternatives if the car park is full. Alternative nearby car parks include The Oracle - Holy Brook Car Park and Broad Street Mall car park. Check their tariffs for more information.
Email: mariacupuncture@outlook.com
Phone n.: 07403763736
Due to my active engagement in the practice during the day, emails are the most efficient way to reach out for treatment discussions or advice. Alternatively, you can opt to leave a voice message, and I'll promptly return your call at the earliest convenience.
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Cancellation Policy
Appointments must be paid for before or on the day of the appointment. Appointments cancelled or changed without at least 36 hours' notice at The Therapy Centre will incur a charge equal to 50% of the treatment fee (£35 for an initial consultation or £25 for a follow-up treatment). Appointments cancelled or changed without 36 hours' notice at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine will incur the full fee. MARIAcupuncture reserves the right to charge this fee automatically.
Waiting list
_ Once you have booked, email mariacupuncture@outlook.com if you wish to be placed on the waiting list for an earlier appointment.
_ If an appointment becomes available, you will automatically be offered it.
_ Please reply to waiting list emails within 24 hours, otherwise the appointment may be offered to someone else.
Private Health Insurance
You may be able to claim the costs of your treatments if you have Private Health Insurance. Below is a range of insurance companies that may cover acupuncture treatments carried out by a British Acupuncture Council member: Aviva health Uk Limited,CS Healthcare, Forester Health, Healthshield, Hospital Saturday Fund, HSF, SimplyHealth, Leeds Hospital Fund, Legal & General Healthcare, Medisure, Pinnacle PLC, Royal & Sun Alliance Healthcare and Assistance, Buck & Willis Health Care Ltd, Bupa Cashplan, Clinicare, Standard Life Health Care, Sun Alliance Health Insurance, Westfield, WPA.
Please contact your provider for more information.
If you wish to use insurance to cover your treatment, you must contact me before making a booking to discuss the agreements in place with your insurance provider. If I am not notified in advance, you will need to pay for the appointment yourself at the time of booking. I will provide an invoice so you can claim reimbursement directly from your insurer, but the insurer will not pay me directly.