Oncology Massage/MLD Session Pricing
New Client Session
$125 | 75 mins
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30 minute intake and discussion with 45 minutes of table time*. We spend time getting to know each other as well as talking through your health history and your current experience. We work on getting familiar with your body and starting your bodywork journey.
$5 from every session goes to my Pay It Forward Fund.
Standard Session
$125 | 75 mins
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15 minute intake and discussion with 60 minutes of table time*. We will discuss how you are feeling, what has happened in your body and your life since your last visit, and craft a plan to meet as many of your needs and goals as possible during your session.
$5 from every session goes to my Pay It Forward Fund.
Recovery Package
$460 | 4 sessions
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For specific, shorter term needs such as surgical recovery, symptom management during active treatment, or managing acute lymphema.
**Terms and conditions apply
MBC Wellness Package
$345 | 3 sessions
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Monthly support and well-being for those living with metastatic breast cancer.
**Terms and conditions apply
*Allocation of intake vs. table time is approximate and can vary depending on an individual client’s needs. Should more conversation be needed it will lessen the time on the table and will not change the total amount of time for the session. I do my best to guide all clients to have as much time on the table as possible but, I will never sacrifice your need to discuss your circumstances or to get the information I need to work with you safely, in order to do so.
**Packages are available by request depending on scheduling availability and do not include new client sessions. Additional terms and conditions apply to each package.
FAQ’s
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My clients often have complex medical histories, needs, and goals. A thorough health history and intake is critical to ensuring that I am working to meet those goals and provide safe and effective care. I also find that through our discussion before each session I am able to offer resources and recommendations that may be beneficial outside of our time together. Lastly it is important to build relationships with my clients to care for you as a whole person and not just the problem you came in for.
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I do not partner with any insurance carriers and am not able to submit claims. If your insurance provider covers our work I can provide you with a receipt for each session or a summary letter itemizing our sessions. I AM ABLE TO ACCEPT MOST FSA/HSA debit cards if you have one available.
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Cancer is expensive and there is no shame in the toll it takes on us, physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. I maintain a “Pay it Forward” fund that allows me to discount a portion of sessions for those who need this work but may not be in a position to pay out of pocket in full. When available, I offer up to 50% off of new client and standard sessions, based on a client’s ability to pay. If you would like to book a session at a discounted rate please select “tell me more” for the pricing question on your appointment request and I will do my best to meet your needs.
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While tipping is common in the massage therapy profession, I consider myself a healthcare professional. As such I set my prices to be fair and compensatory with my experience so I do not accept tips for my own benefit and no tip is expected. However, should you feel inspired to offer any additional gratuity that amount will be added to a separate fund that I draw from to help pay for clients facing a cancer diagnosis who need, but may not be able to afford, my work. You can read about and add to this fund through the Pay it Forward QR code below.
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I do! You can buy a gift certificate for a full session (see above for details) or for any customized amount. I can provide both paper or digital certificates and can take payment over the phone or via invoice. Gift certificates and pre-paid sessions are non-refundable and must be used within one year of purchase. If you’d like to purchase a gift certificate please use the form on the Contact page to drop me a request!
NOTE: Before buying a gift certificate for an in-person massage it is best to find out if the person will indeed like and use this gift. Not everyone is comfortable receiving hands-on bodywork especially during a challenging time like a cancer experience. If you are unsure I suggest purchasing an “Ask Amy” consultation as a gift instead as these are easer to schedule and often more useful to someone newly diagnosed or in treatment.
Pay it forward.
Make a donation:
Cancer is expensive and there is no shame in the toll it takes on us, physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. Many forms of integrative and supportive cancer care like oncology massage and manual lymphatic drainage are not readily available to all patients facing life with a cancer diagnosis.
As part of my efforts to create equity within my own practice, I add $5 from each full price client session fee to a Pay It Forward Fund. Additionally, I do not accept tips for my own benefit but collect them and any direct donations for those in the Buffalo community who need my work but may not be able to afford it in full on their own.
If you would like to support a woman going through cancer by funding oncology massage or manual lymphatic drainage sessions you can send the amount of your choice to me via VENMO with the message “Pay it Forward”. 100% of your gift will go directly toward a session for a client in need.
Amy Hartl, LMT is a for-profit business so at this time donations are not tax deductible. However, I take care of all processing fees and the full amount of your gift will go directly towards an in-person session for a client who cannot afford the payment on their own.
“I love how personal Amy is! Always makes me feel comfortable and takes care to understand my needs.”
— Katrina