Policies
AccessibilityÂ
My studio at Starshine Salon is above the hair salon, up one flight of stairs.
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My home studio is also located on the 2nd floor of a West Philly rowhome. I live there with my wife and our young daughter. Several steps lead to the house and a flight of stairs inside.
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Oh, and we are home to one very friendly dog, and one somewhat standoffish cat.
If you cannot access my studios due to mobility issues, please choose from the House Call section when booking. A picture of your photo ID with a matching address is required for house calls. Service area is within 10 miles of zip code 19143.​
Privacy
Your privacy and bodily autonomy are essential to me. You will be asked to undress to your comfort level. I use proper draping techniques to ensure your comfort and privacy. Your whole body will be covered during the massage except for the area being worked on.
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All your personal information is held in strict confidence pursuant to HIPA laws and will not be shared with others without your written approval. With consent, your information may be shared with your doctor or other therapists in your treatment team for therapeutic purposes.
Payment Policy
For home studio appointments, full payment is required at time of booking. Cancelations with more than 24 hours notice will be refunded 50%. Cancelations with less than 24 hours notice or missed appointments will not be refunded. Illness and other extenuating circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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If paying by PayPal, please use the friends and family option.
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Gratuities: tips are customary and greatly appreciated.
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See Starshine Salon's website for their policies.
Safety
I adhere to professional best practices and standard precautions to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment. I will wear a mask throughout our session. Masks for clients are optional.
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You are entering a space of therapeutic care and mutual trust. Therefore, it is imperative that both the therapist and the client feel safe and comfortable. Any behavior that goes against this expectation, including offensive language, sexual innuendo, or inappropriate touch, will end the session and our therapeutic relationship.