Getting Started

Getting Started | Graceful Health — Newcastle, CA
Welcome to Graceful Health

Your journey begins here

We are so glad you found us. Whether you are navigating a health challenge, curious about what is possible for your body, or simply ready for something deeper — this page will walk you through your first steps at Graceful Health.

What to expect

Coming to Graceful Health for the first time is about you helping us understand your situation. Here is what your first visit looks like:

1
A consultation
Both Drs. Andrew and Naomi will sit with you and take the time to truly understand your situation — your history, your health concerns, and what you are hoping to experience. This is a real conversation, not a rushed intake. It generally lasts a half an hour and there is no charge. At the natural conclusion of the consultation most people are interested in taking the next step.
2
The exam
If you decide to move forward we spend about 20 minutes gathering a clear picture of your spine — its shape, tone and tension. We identify areas of optimum organization and areas that are relatively disorganized, and take digital photos for postural analysis. These findings are meaningful to both of us — they give us a baseline to work from and a way to track your progress as your care unfolds.
3
What comes next
That wraps up your first visit to Graceful Health. Before you leave we will schedule your next appointment — your report of findings. This is where we share what we discovered in the exam and outline our recommendations for your care. You will also have the opportunity to receive your first adjustment at that visit.

Office hours

Graceful Health sees practice members by appointment. You are welcome to call us any time — 7 days a week — and we will be happy to find a time that works for you. Please note that initial consultations are scheduled outside of the listed office hours.

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11am – 1pm · 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Wednesday
11am – 1pm · 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Thursday
11am – 1pm · 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Call anytime — 7 days a week — 916.955.0686

Ready to take the first step?

You are welcome to call us any time — 7 days a week — and we will be happy to find a time that works for you. We look forward to welcoming you to Graceful Health.

916.955.0686 2260 Thistle Patch Rd · Newcastle, CA 95658

A welcome from Dr. Downey

We invite you to watch this introduction from Dr. Andrew Downey — the first video in our Revitalizing Life series. It will give you a sense of our approach, our philosophy, and what is possible for you at Graceful Health.

Revitalizing Life — Introduction · Dr. Andrew Downey

Complete your intake forms

To make the most of your first visit we invite you to download and complete your intake forms before you arrive. If you prefer you are also welcome to complete them when you get here — we will make sure there is time for that.