Options for
Working with Me
Custom Herbal Product Formulation
Fill out a brief health questionnaire and receive a custom herbal formula tailored to your wellness goals. You can choose to receive either one 2 oz bag of an herbal tea blend or one 2 fl. oz bottle of herbal extract blend.
Step One: Using our HIPAA-compliant client portal, you submit your questionnaire and sign our standard waiver (at the cost of $40 for 2 oz bag of tea or $55 for 2 fl. oz bottle of herbal extract).
Step Two: Within about 7 business days, you’ll receive your custom formula via the patient portal, along with details about the delivery of your custom herbal product.
Herbal Consultation
We’ll meet virtually for about 90 minutes for your initial intake. The session allows us to dive deep into your health history, current concerns, and future wellness goals. By the end of the appointment, we will collaboratively set 1-2 main health goals to address.
Within 7-10 days or so, Genessa will provide a custom written protocol within the HIPAA-compliant client portal. Protocols often include education on nutrition, dietary supplements, herbal formulas, and lifestyle suggestions.
The Herbal Consultation is $179 and includes one 30 minute follow-up appointment approximately 4 weeks later.
*Note: Consultation fee does not include cost of herbs, supplements, or additional therapies, etc.
Nourish + Nectar: Midlife Vitality Path
Restore balance, cultivate resilience, and thrive in midlife.
A holistic program blending herbal wisdom, mindful practices, and somatic techniques to
nourish your body, calm your nervous system, and restore your radiance.
I created my signature 12-week concierge-style group coaching program, Nourish + Nectar, to offer my clients the opportunity to support their nervous system with custom formulated herbal teas and extracts, along with yoga, breathwork, and other trauma-informed and embodied wellness practices. This program provides a unique pathway that is rooted in neurodivergent-affirming care, and is designed to ease physical perimenopause symptoms. Enrollment usually opens once per year. Members have access to self-assessments, video modules, journals, handouts, private group chat, and live Q&As. There’s even an additional VIP option for a fully done-for-you, high-touch, midlife vitality experience with monthly deliveries of supplements and herbal formulas tailored to your specific needs.
What Clients Are Saying…
“When I first started working with Genessa I was experiencing so much stress, especially with the pandemic…I looked forward to my time with Genessa…It has truly been a time of respite, human connection, and has assisted in supporting my management of stress and connecting with others. I highly recommend Genessa’s programs!”
— R.B.
“Thank you so much for all of your help with my supplements. It has helped me gain some much needed energy.”
— Anonymous
How the Plants & I
Can Support You…
Digestion & Elimination
Support balanced digestion
Balance gut microbiome
Ease occasional discomfort
Support balanced elimination
Body Aches & Mobility
Ease body aches
Soothe occasional swelling
Support greater range of motion
Stress & Burnout
Nervous system regulation
Build resilience toolkit
Support a balanced mood
Set healthy boundaries
(Peri)Menopause
Support hormone & cycle balance
Improve vitality
Age gracefully
Find ease during major life transitions
Focus & Executive Function
Feel more organized & productive at work & home
Ease feelings of “brain fog”
Connect with passion projects and harness the power of hyperfocus
Sleep & Energy
Balance sleep cycles
Feel more rested and energized upon waking & throughout the day
Support physical activity & stamina
Virtual & In Person
Herbal Consults Available
FULL HEALTH INTAKE
Upon booking, your will be invited to join our HIPAA-compliant patient portal, Practice Better. You will complete your intake forms within the portal. You may also upload any recent labs or relevant documents.
At the time of your intake session (90-120 minutes), we will discuss your major concerns, and also explore your history looking for patterns in your health timeline. Genessa will conduct physical assessment of your tongue, face, hair and nails.
Optionally, Genessa may also use intuitive methods, such as reading your chakras to explore areas of imbalance. This allows trauma and energetic blockages to be included in your consult. By the end of the intake, we will co-develop a wellness goal.
We will also schedule a 30 minute Follow-Up Session to check on your progress, usually about 4 weeks after your intake.
RATE: $179 (Payment Plans available)
Initial Intake (90-120 min) & Follow-Up (30 min)
CUSTOMIZED WELLNESS PLAN
Shortly after your initial appointment (usually 5-7 days later), you will receive a summary of your consultation and a customized wellness plan matched to your goal via the patient portal.
Plans vary, but often include education on lifestyle, stress management, nutrition, herbs and supplements. Accompanying handouts, checklists and guides will be offered as appropriate. All the information will be sent via the patient portal. You will receive detailed information about your options for obtaining herbs and products.
Custom formulas are available from The Mother Hive, or via our partner apothecaries. Shipping is available in the US only. Clients also receive 15% off (and free shipping over $50) when using The Mother Hive’s online Fullscript dispensary. Many items can also be purchased via online or local retailers.
NOTE: Costs of dietary supplements, herbs, additional products/therapies are NOT included in the consult fees, and are the sole financial responsibility of the client.
ON-GOING SUPPORT
Additional follow-up appointments (45 minutes) can be booked via the client portal. Usually, we suggest follow-ups occur every 3-6 weeks. They allow you to ask questions, provide health updates, celebrate improvements, and share any on-going challenges.
While follow-up appointments are an important part of working with an herbalist. Results vary, but many clients partner with Genessa for approximately 3-6 months. Some clients with more complex needs, might choose to continue working together for 6-12 months.
Coaching Package details are available here.
During these follow-up’s, Genessa will monitor progress towards your long-term wellness goals, make additional nutritional or lifestyle suggestions, or adjustments to your herbal protocols. You will be able to request refills of custom formulas via the patient portal and can continue to purchase via Fullscript.
RATE: $79
45 minute Follow-Up Sessions
Trauma-Informed &
Neurodiversity-Affirming Care
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WHAT TO EXPECT
VIRTUAL/IN-PERSON CT OPTONS
Virtual: Upon booking, you will receive a link to attend your appointment. All reminders will be sent via email through Practice Better, our HIPAA-compliant patient portal. Allow up to 120 minutes for your intake appointment. Find a safe, private and comfy space so you can be fully present. You can turn your camera off if you prefer.
In-Person: Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by Genessa at the office door. You’ll be offered a cup of herbal tea or cacao. The office is designed for your comfort with several options for seating, lighting and even throw blankets.
Driveway parking and a restroom are available on site.
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DURING YOUR SESSION
A SACRED & SAFE SPACE
Genessa will work to create a safe space for your session. There will be opportunities to complete intake forms ahead of the appointment so that you can fill them out at your convenience from the comfort of your preferred environment. During the appointment, you are free to take short 5-10 minute breaks as needed. You are also welcome to bring a snack, drink, or a quiet fidget tool. Feel free to stand, move, or stim as needed.
Note: Sometimes clients experience emotional releases while sharing their health journey, especially if there is a history of trauma or medical gaslighting. If this happens, Genessa will simply listen and serve as a witness. Many clients find a short break, a drink, some gentle stretching or breath work helps them regulate and finish the session.
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AFTER YOUR SESSION
INTEGRATION & SELF CARE
If possible, build in some time after your appointment to integrate your session. Sharing your health journey, and asking for support can feel big, because it IS! It’s not always easy to accept professional help. For some clients it can be the first time in a long while that they have prioritized their health and wellness. This deserves time and space to integrate.
After your session, you might remember additional details you forgot to share with Genessa, or have immediate questions you forgot to task. Don’t worry. Take some time to write yourself a few reminder notes, then relax. You might journal, move your body through yoga or dance, or simply rest and be still.
You can use the private Chat feature in your client portal to communicate in-between appointments.
Sliding scale is available for a limited number of clients each month.
Priority is given to clients who identify as neurodivergent, disabled, indigenous or person of color.
Email genessa@themotherhive.com to learn more.
FAQs
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Genessa practices Clinical Herbalism within the Traditional Western Herbalism lineage. Her training also includes practices rooted in the Wise Woman Tradition. In addition, she has apprenticed in the Celtic Herbalism lineage, which honors the plants as spirits, teachers and guides, and emphasizes ritual and ceremony as a powerful healing tool. She has a special interest in Baltic folk herbalism, which her great-grandfather practiced to support his family’s health.
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DISCLAIMER
At this time, the State of Connecticut does not provide licensure for clinical herbalists. Therefore, Genessa is not a licensed practitioner nor is her profession regulated in the State of Connecticut. Genessa Zickefoose is not a medical doctor, nor does she assume the role or represent herself as a medical doctor or other licensed medical or mental health practitioner. Genessa Zickefoose does not practice medicine or psychiatric medicine as defined by the State of Connecticut, which includes but is not limited to the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any medical condition, mental health condition, or disease. Genessa Zickefoose is not a licensed dietitian as defined by the State of Connecticut, and therefore does not provide dietary assessment or counseling as components of preventive, curative, or restorative disease care.
Genessa Zickefoose of The Mother Hive LLC, and their representatives, are not qualified or able to advise you to discontinue or change doses of pharmaceutical medications. You are advised to consult with your prescribing physician concerning any desired or personally implemented modifications to pharmaceutical medications. In addition, you are advised to speak to your medical doctor and/or licensed medical practitioner and/or mental health provider prior to trying herbal and dietary supplements or making changes to your diet or lifestyle, as they may impact your medical treatment. Genessa Zickefoose of The Mother Hive LLC, and their representatives, advise and request that you disclose any and all herbal or dietary supplements and lifestyle changes to your medical doctor and any healthcare professionals from which you seek care.