What To Expect at Your First Visit
Here's exactly what happens when you come in for a session at Soulshine Pelvic Health and Wellness.
Your Pelvic Floor Therapy Journey
Coming in for pelvic floor therapy for the first time, or for anything you've never talked about with a provider before, can feel like a big step. We’re here to help so that there are no surprises.
Before You Come In:
Intake Forms: After you contact our office and book your appointment, you’ll receive intake forms to complete ahead of your appointment. The more detail you provide, the more prepared your therapist will be before you even walk in the door.
Prepare for Your Visit:
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing you can move in
Bring any relevant medical records, imaging, or lab results if you have them
Write down your questions, symptoms, and goals if that helps you feel organized — but don't worry about having the right words. That's what the first visit is for.
What Your First Appointment Looks Like:
Share Your Story: You won't be asked to repeat what you already put in your intake form. The goal of this conversation is to understand not just your symptoms, but your history, what's been tried, what hasn't worked, and your treatment goals.
Your Evaluation: Your therapist will conduct an assessment. This may include an internal pelvic floor assessment, an external assessment, or both. Internal assessment is always optional and always at your discretion, nothing happens without your consent and you can change your mind at any point.
Your Plan: Your therapist will walk you through what they found, what they want to focus on, and what to expect going forward. You’ll leave with a written action plan and guidance on what to focus on at home between sessions.
After Your First Visit:
Your first visit is the beginning of a process, not a one-time assessment. Most patients come in once a week, and many begin to see meaningful progress within the first several visits. Between sessions, your home program incldues exercises, movement guidance, and any lifestyle recommendations specific to your situation.
As your symptoms improve and your goals evolve, your treatment plan evolves with them. The aim isn't just to reduce your symptoms — it's to understand what was driving them and make sure they don't come back.
Other Key Information
Booking & Availability
New patients are contacted within the next business day and scheduled based on availability. Appointments are available Mon. - Fri. from 8AM and 5PM.
Investment
We are a private pay practice Superbills are available upon request.
Payment is due at the time of service and a credit card is required to hold your evaluation appointment.
Cancellations
Cancellations made within 24 hours of your appointment will be charged 100% of the visit cost. Patients who arrive late or need to leave early are responsible for the full visit cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No referral is required. You can reach out directly to book an evaluation. That said, if you'd like your current provider in the loop, coordination with referring physicians is always welcome.
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Initial evaluations are 60 minutes. Follow-up treatment sessions are also 60 minutes. At Soulshine, every appointment is one patient, one provider, one full hour — no double-booking, no rushing.
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Most patients start with once-weekly sessions. Frequency is adjusted based on your progress, your schedule, and what you're working through. A clearer picture of your expected timeline will be provided at your first appointment.
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Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing you can move in — think yoga pants, athletic shorts, or anything you'd wear to a workout. You'll be assessed in a range of positions and movements, so ease of movement matters more than anything else.
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Yes, and we encourage you not to reschedule because of it. There is plenty to address externally, and internal work is never required. If your symptoms include painful periods or endometriosis, seeing you during your cycle can actually be especially useful.
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Always. Soulshine has toys, snacks, and a changing table, and our team is happy to help keep little ones comfortable. Removing barriers to care is important to us — childcare falling through is not a reason to miss your appointment.
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Yes. Soulshine treats adults of all genders. Our language and space are intentionally inclusive and affirming.
Ready to Book Your Pelvic Floor Therapy Appointment?
We provide pelvic floor therapy to clients in Columbia, SC and the Midlands.