Your First Visit to Breathe Chiropractic
Whether you’re here for chiropractic care, acupuncture, or not quite sure yet — your first visit starts the same way… We listen.
You’re in the Right Place — Wherever You’re Starting
Some people come to Breathe with a specific complaint and a specific service in mind. Others aren’t sure which path is right for them. Either way, you don’t need to have it figured out before you walk through the door.
What we do know is this: you came here because something isn’t working the way it should. You might be in pain. You might be exhausted. You might have tried other approaches and not gotten the results you hoped for.
Our job on your first visit is simple — to truly understand what’s going on in your body, to answer every question you have honestly, and to build a plan that actually makes sense for you.
No pressure. No protocol. Just care designed around you.
New Patient Appointment Regularly $249
New Patient Special — $90
Your first visit — whether chiropractic or acupuncture — includes a thorough review of your health history, a comprehensive exam, and a personalized care plan discussion. We take our time. We listen. And we make sure you leave with a clear picture of what’s happening and what comes next.
Treatment is an additional fee based on the doctor’s findings. Some restrictions apply.
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Your First Chiropractic Visit
Chiropractic care at Breathe looks and feels different from what most people expect — especially if you’ve had a less-than-great experience somewhere else. Our approach is gentle, precise, and rooted in nervous system health. We’re not just looking for what’s out of place. We’re looking for why your body is struggling to heal.
What happens:
Step 1 — Consultation Your doctor will take the time to hear your full story — not just where it hurts, but how long it’s been this way, what you’ve tried, what your stress looks like, and what you want your life to feel like on the other side of this.
Step 2 — Chiropractic and Neurological Exam We’ll perform a series of assessments to evaluate how your spine, nervous system, and body are responding to physical, emotional, and nutritional stress. We’re looking for the patterns underneath your symptoms — not just the symptoms themselves.
Step 3 — Care Plan Recommendations We’ll walk you through a clear, personalized plan — what we recommend, why, and what to expect. Plain language, no jargon, no pressure.
Step 4 — Your First Adjustment In most cases we can begin your care the same day. Your first adjustment is also an opportunity for your doctor to assess how your body responds and to begin shifting your nervous system out of defense mode and into healing mode. If any findings need further investigation first, your adjustment will be scheduled at your second visit — and we’ll always explain why.
Gentle options include B.E.S.T., Arthrostim instrument adjusting, activator, drop table, and traditional manual adjustments — always applied with precision and always tailored to your comfort. You are always in control.
What chiropractic care at Breathe helps with:
Back and neck pain · Sciatica · Headaches and migraines · Sports and auto injuries · Postural imbalances · Prenatal and postpartum care · Pediatric nervous system support · Stress and anxiety · Fatigue and brain fog · ADD/ADHD · Digestive issues · Insomnia · Performance optimization · Healthy aging and prevention
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Your First Acupuncture Visit
If you’ve never had acupuncture before — or if you’ve been curious but nervous — this section is for you. Dr. Jordan Maxwell, DC and DACM, brings two complete doctorates and a deeply personal healing story to every patient he sees. He’s warm, unhurried, and extraordinarily good at making first-timers feel at ease.
Let’s address the needle question first.
Yes, acupuncture involves needles. But they are nothing like the needles you’re thinking of. Acupuncture needles are hair-thin — so fine that most patients feel little to nothing when they’re placed. What people most commonly describe is a mild heaviness, warmth, or gentle tingling at the needle site — sensations that signal your body is responding. Many patients fall asleep on the table. Seriously.
What happens:
Step 1 — Consultation Dr. Maxwell will take a comprehensive health history rooted in both Western medicine and Chinese medicine diagnostics. He’s looking at your whole system — energy flow, organ function, emotional patterns, and physical symptoms — to understand your unique picture.
Step 2 — Exam and Assessment Acupuncture diagnosis includes pulse and tongue assessment alongside standard clinical evaluation. This might feel different from what you’re used to — that’s intentional. Chinese medicine sees the body through a different lens, and that lens often reveals things Western approaches miss.
Step 3 — Your First Treatment In most cases Dr. Maxwell will begin treatment at your first visit. Needles are placed at specific acupuncture points — selected based on your individual pattern — and you’ll rest comfortably for 20 to 40 minutes while your body responds. Most patients leave feeling deeply relaxed, lighter, and surprisingly calm.
Step 4 — Care Plan Discussion Before you leave, Dr. Maxwell will walk you through what he found, what he recommends, and how often he suggests you come in. He’ll also discuss how acupuncture can work alongside chiropractic care if that’s relevant to your goals.
What acupuncture at Breathe helps with:
Chronic and acute pain · Fertility and reproductive health · Hormone balance · Stress and anxiety · Insomnia · Digestive issues · Headaches and migraines · Fatigue · Post-injury recovery · General wellness and prevention
Do You Need Both — Or Just One?
This is one of the questions we hear most often, and the honest answer is: it depends on you.
Some patients come to Breathe exclusively for chiropractic care. Others come exclusively for acupuncture. Many find that combining the two creates results neither could achieve alone — because chiropractic and acupuncture work on overlapping but distinct systems, and together they address the body more completely.
If you’re not sure which is right for you, book a chiropractic visit with Dr. Carla or an acupuncture consultation with Dr. Maxwell and let us help you figure it out. There’s no obligation to do both — and no pressure either way. Our only goal is to find what actually works for you.
Before You Arrive
Getting started is simple:
- Book your appointment online or contact us to schedule
- Complete your intake forms — we’ll send them by email and text once your appointment is confirmed
- Arrive a few minutes early in comfortable clothing — free parking is right outside our door
Your intake forms help us make the most of your time together. The more you share, the more we can listen.
What Makes a First Visit at Breathe Different
Most practices treat the symptom. We treat the whole person.
Whether you’re here for chiropractic care or acupuncture, you’ll find the same thing at Breathe: doctors who genuinely listen, a space that feels calm and welcoming, and a level of care that goes deeper than most people expect. We work with your nervous system, your stress response, your emotional patterns, and your body’s own healing intelligence — because that’s where lasting change actually happens.
Most patients tell us they feel different just walking in. Calmer. More at ease. Like they can finally exhale.
That’s not an accident. That’s Breathe.
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Paying for Your Care
We are committed to full transparency — you will always know what your care costs before we begin. We accept FSA and HSA accounts and offer flexible care plans. CareCredit and Affirm are available for extended payment options.
If cost is a concern, please reach out before you let it stop you. We’ll have an honest conversation about what’s possible.
For detailed insurance and payment information, visit our FAQ page
Ready to Begin?
New patient spots for both chiropractic and acupuncture are open now.
Come in. Breathe. Let’s figure out what’s possible for you.
📍 1130 E Missouri Ave, #402 · Phoenix, AZ 85014 · Free parking steps from the door 📞 (602) 254-2454 · Easy access from the 51 Serving Uptown Phoenix, Arcadia, and Biltmore
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