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Feeding, eating, swallowing or communication not working the way you expected?

You don’t need to know exactly what the problem is—or which kind of help you need—before we meet.

Initial Consultation

One Conversation to Begin

Come with the questions. Leave knowing what deserves attention next.
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You May Want to Start Here If…

Something Doesn't Feel Quite Right.

You don’t need professional words to explain it. Start with what you are seeing, feeling or wondering about.

You’re preparing for feeding before your baby arrives.
Breast or bottle feeding is painful, difficult or exhausting.
Your baby feeds one way but struggles with another.
Feeding takes much longer than expected.
You’re questioning oral function or a tongue/lip tie.
Moving into solids or new textures isn’t going well.
Your child gags, coughs, chokes, pockets food or struggles with chewing.
Mealtimes have become stressful.
Eating, breathing, sleeping, digestion, speech or oral function seem to overlap.
Communication isn’t developing or functioning as expected.
Eating, swallowing, voice or communication has changed later in life.
You’ve already seen providers but still don’t understand the whole picture.
You’ve received different opinions and aren’t sure what to do next.
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During Your Consultation

What Happens During the Consultation?

The consultation is centered on listening, understanding and making sense of what you are experiencing.

  • Review your history and concerns.
  • Talk about what you are noticing.
  • Discuss what has already been tried.
  • Review relevant reports, evaluations or recommendations.
  • Observe feeding, eating, communication or other function virtually when appropriate.
  • Answer your questions.
  • Look at how different pieces may be working together.
  • Identify what deserves attention next.
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After the Consultation

What Happens Afterward?

There is no predetermined package or treatment pathway.

After the initial consultation, Julee will discuss what makes sense based on your individual needs.

You do not need to choose a treatment plan before your first consultation. The next step is shaped by what you discover together.

Your Next Step

Care Is Individual.

Depending on what you need, your next step may look different from someone else’s.

There is no package you need to select before meeting Julee. The consultation comes first. Then you can decide what makes sense.

One-to-One Follow-Up

Individual support when continued care would be helpful.

Group or Practice-Based Support

Support that may fit better in a shared learning environment.

Education & Resources

Information and practical resources to help you move forward.

Community Support

Connection with resources or communities that may be useful.

Collaboration

Working with another provider when another perspective is needed.

Referral

Referral for additional assessment or care when appropriate.

Or No Additional Care

Sometimes the consultation gives you the clarity you need.

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Before You Book

Frequently Asked Questions

A few common questions before we begin.

I don’t know exactly what’s wrong. Can I still book?
Yes. Start with what you are noticing. You do not need to diagnose the problem or decide which specialty you need before meeting with Julee.
I’ve already seen other providers. Can Julee still help?
Yes. Bring relevant reports, evaluations, recommendations and information about what you have already tried. Sometimes the next step is not starting over, but understanding how the pieces fit together.
Everyone tells me everything is fine, but I’m still concerned. Can I book?
Yes. Bring the concern. The consultation gives us time to hear the history, look at what is happening and determine whether anything deserves further attention.
Why do we start virtually?
Virtual consultation allows us to begin with history, conversation and observation in your everyday environment. When appropriate, Julee can see the foods, bottles, seating, positioning, routines or other factors involved. If something requires hands-on assessment, testing, in-person care or another professional, that becomes part of the next-step discussion.
What happens if I need more help?
Care is not prescribed before Julee meets you. After the consultation, you and Julee can determine whether additional one-to-one care, group support, resources, collaboration, referral or another next step makes sense.
Can I book from outside Hawaii?
Yes. The type and scope of service depends on your needs and location. During the consultation, Julee can help clarify what is appropriate for your situation and where you are located.
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Choose Your Time

Start With an Initial Consultation

There is one first appointment. You do not need to choose between feeding, lactation, communication, bodywork, coaching or another specialty before you meet with Julee.

Initial Consultation
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Still Have Questions?

Don’t see a date or time that works for you? Not sure whether this is the right place to start? Send us a note. Tell us briefly what you’re looking for and we’ll see how we can help.

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