Herbal Clinic at
Perennial Herb & Gift Shop
Drop-in herbal guidance + personalized mini consultations in Manchester, CT
Two Ways to Receive Herbal Support:
Drop-In Herbal Guidance
No appointment needed.
Stop by during clinic hours for:
shopping The Mother Hive Apothecary
quick questions around herbal profiles and safety, and whether herbs may be a good fit for you
inquiring about placing an order for custom herbal formulations of teas or extracts
general education on sleep, digestion, (peri)menopause & more
discussing details around whether you’d benefit from a mini or full herbal consultation
learning more about other offerings from The Mother Hive such as:
Awaken Midlife Resilience, an online (peri)menopause support program
in-person workshops & gatherings
When:
First Thursday of the month*
4:00-6:00 PM
*some dates are impacted by holidays/workshops, so please check the calendar below, OR email genessa@themotherhive.com to confirm clinic hours
Mini Herbal Consultation
30-minute personalized herbal support
Reserve time with Genessa during The Mother Hive’s Clinic Hours.
This in-person session takes place at Perennial. The consult is abbreviated and lasts approximately 30 minutes.
The Mini Herbal Consultation is designed for those looking for:
focused support around one wellness goal
education on a specific condition
a custom herbal formula (tea or extract)
Fee: $47
At the end of your session, you will receive next steps on how to obtain your custom herbal product. Please note, this session does not include the cost of herbs.
What to Expect
What happens during a mini consultation?
We explore herbs and lifestyle supports that may fit your needs, and clarify any questions you have.
Step 1After booking, you receive a brief intake via email. During your session, we discuss your current wellness goals.
Step 2When possible, I will formulate the recommended tea or extract at the end of your session for you to purchase, or you can have it shipped to your home.
Step 3I create a personalized herbal recommendation—usually tea, extract, or capsules. You leave with clear next steps.
Step 4About Your Clinical Herbalist
The Mother Hive blends clinical herbalism, traditional plant wisdom, and nervous system-informed care to support holistic wellness.
Genessa Zickefoose
Founder/Owner of The Mother Hive LLC
Genessa has extensive herbal training in stress management, sleep, digestion, and women’s health, including perimenopause and menopause. She has trained with Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, Dr. Aviva Romm, Kripalu School of Yoga and Sianna Sherman.
“Working with Genessa was a wonderful experience. Her vast knowledge helped me to unlock information about myself and facilitated my healing journey. She took the time to really listen to me and offered the exact support I needed. I am so grateful for her immense wisdom, her kindness, and her compassion.”
— Susan H., Herbalism Client
Visit Us at Perennial
September 3, 2026
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Perennial
867 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
October 1, 2026
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Perennial
867 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
November 12, 2026
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Perennial
867 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040
December 3, 2026
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Perennial
867 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06040