Really it varies according to your needs and what's going on for you. Dealing with a more immediate acute problem, such as recent physical (depending on the nature and appropriateness) or emotional trauma might require a number of regular weekly visits to get stabilized.

More long-term chronic issues would respond well with every two or three weeks over a course of time.

As far as being a part of a wellness maintenance plan, once or twice a month is fine. (For me, as someone who is healthy but works regularly on other people, and has a 'normally' stressful life as a mom, every two weeks is ideal.)

I usually say that once you've had bodywork a few times, you begin to develop a sense of what your body needs, and when it's giving you the hint to make that appointment. You'll know when you're due! 

Last updated on June 13, 2008 by Gina Loree' Marks