Question 1

What exactly is the Amari Method?

Accepted Answer

The Amari Method is built on a simple idea: you're in pain because your body is out of balance — something is working too hard because something else isn't working enough. Dr. Garrett assesses how your body moves, identifies where the imbalance is, and guides you through rebalancing protocols using simple props — yoga blocks, foam rollers, gymnastic rings. You're not lying on a table while someone works on you. You're moving, hanging, finding positions where your body starts to rebalance itself. There are 8 core protocols. You learn them at your own pace. They feel good while you do them, which is why people actually stick with them. You take them home.

Question 2

How quickly will I see results?

Accepted Answer

Most clients feel significant relief during their first session. The deeper transformation happens over time as your body learns to hold its own balance. You'll build a daily practice — 5 minutes on your living room floor — that maintains what you gained and keeps going deeper.

Question 3

Is this suitable for my type of pain?

Accepted Answer

The Amari Method works with most types of pain—chronic back pain, neck and shoulder tension, sports injuries, joint pain, and more. However, severe conditions or those requiring medical intervention should be discussed with Dr. Garrett during a free consultation. We'll assess whether the method is right for you and create a personalized plan.

Question 4

Do I need to be flexible or in shape?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. The protocols are adapted to you exactly as you are right now. Whether you're stiff, out of shape, or recovering from injury, Dr. Garrett modifies everything to work for your body.

Question 5

What's the difference between in-person and virtual sessions?

Accepted Answer

In-person sessions include guided teaching of the 8 core protocols and physical guidance through hanging, bridges, and decompression techniques. Virtual sessions work great for learning the protocols through detailed demonstrations and real-time feedback. Many clients start with one in-person session to learn the fundamentals, then continue virtually. Both formats teach you the complete method effectively.

Question 6

How long is each session?

Accepted Answer

Your initial session is 60 minutes and includes a full history, examination, findings discussion, and your first protocol. Follow-up sessions are 50 minutes and focus on checking your progress, refining your protocol, and advancing to the next stage.

Question 7

Do you accept HSA or FSA payments?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we accept HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Spending Account) cards for all sessions. Many clients use their HSA/FSA funds to cover the cost of care.

Question 8

What credentials and training does Dr. Garrett have?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Garrett has 25+ years of clinical experience working with the body. He developed the Amari Method after seeing that every traditional approach kept the patient passive. The Amari Method puts the work in your hands. Dr. Garrett guides you through protocols where your body rebalances itself. You learn to become your own healer.

Question 9

What if the method doesn't work for me?

Accepted Answer

We're confident in the method's effectiveness, but we understand that everyone's body is unique. If you're not satisfied after your first session, we'll discuss your experience and determine the best path forward—whether that's adjusting the approach or exploring other options.

Question 10

Can I do the online program if I've never tried the method?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Living Practice program includes 53 videos that teach all 8 core protocols plus bonus techniques in detail. It's designed to guide you through the complete method at your own pace. Many clients find that starting with at least one session with Dr. Garrett helps them understand where their body is out of balance.

Question 11

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

We do not bill insurance directly. However, we can provide you with a detailed superbill (itemized receipt) that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Many clients have successfully received partial or full reimbursement for alternative care services.

Question 12

How does the Amari Method resolve chronic pain when nothing else works?

Accepted Answer

Chronic pain usually persists because your body is out of balance — something is working too hard because something else isn't working enough. Dr. Garrett identifies where the imbalance is and guides you through rebalancing protocols. As overworked areas release and underworked areas re-engage, the root cause of pain resolves — not just the symptoms.

Question 13

Why does the Amari Method produce long-term relief?

Accepted Answer

Long-term relief comes from restoring balance to your whole body — not just treating the spot that hurts. The Amari Method's 8 core protocols progressively rebalance your body. As overworked areas release and underworked areas re-engage, your body holds its own correction. You learn to feel the difference and maintain balance on your own.

Question 14

What is the difference between traditional massage and the Amari Method?

Accepted Answer

Traditional massage works ON your body — manual pressure provides temporary relief, but you keep coming back. The Amari Method teaches your body to work for itself. Instead of treating the spot that hurts, Dr. Garrett identifies why it hurts — what's overworking, what's shut down — and guides you through protocols that restore balance. You leave each session with a practice you do at home. The results last because your body is holding its own correction.

Question 15

How many sessions are needed to see a reduction in chronic pain sensitivity?

Accepted Answer

Most clients feel noticeable relief during their very first 60-minute session. The Amari Method includes 8 core protocols introduced at your own pace across a series of sessions. A 4-session series ($720) builds a strong foundation, while the 8-session series ($1,295) covers the complete method and includes the Living Practice video program for ongoing home practice. Many clients report 50–80% pain reduction within the first 3–4 sessions.

Question 16

Why does chronic pain keep coming back?

Accepted Answer

Chronic pain persists because your body is out of balance and nobody has addressed why. When parts of your body overwork to compensate for parts that have shut down — often from prolonged sitting, repetitive strain, or injury — your body locks into patterns that create ongoing pain. Until you restore balance between what's working too hard and what isn't working enough, the pain cycle continues.

Question 17

What are the best mind-body techniques for pain control?

Accepted Answer

Effective mind-body approaches for chronic pain include somatic awareness, breathwork, and progressive movement protocols. The Amari Method integrates these principles through its 8 core protocols: each one follows the principle of going for the feeling, not the doing — your body guides the depth and intensity rather than pushing through pain. This approach restores the connection between movement, sensation, and your body's intelligence — building confidence in your body's ability to move without pain.

Question 18

How do I know if my body being out of balance is causing my chronic pain?

Accepted Answer

Common signs your body is out of balance: pain that persists long after an injury should have healed, pain that moves around or affects multiple areas, tightness that returns shortly after stretching or massage, pain that worsens with prolonged sitting or standing, and stiffness that improves with movement but returns at rest. During your initial 60-minute session, Dr. Garrett assesses how your body moves, identifies what's overworking and what's shut down, and begins guiding you through protocols to restore balance.

Question 19

Can rebalancing protocols improve mobility for fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue?

Accepted Answer

Many clients with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue conditions have found relief through the Amari Method. The key is listening to your body. Protocols are adapted to your current capacity, and when you're done, you're done. By gently restoring joint mobility and rebalancing overworked and underworked areas, the method helps reduce the widespread muscle tension and movement restriction common in these conditions. Sessions are paced to your energy levels, and the at-home protocols can be modified for days when symptoms are more active.

A Doctor Who Teaches You to Heal Yourself

Real Results from Real Clients

Why You're Still in Pain

Your body is out of balance. Something is working too hard because something else isn't working enough.

Dr. Garrett Hewstan

One session. Sixty minutes. That's how this starts.

What your first hour includes

Three levels. No prescription. The body leads the pace.

Discovery

Transform

Awaken

Most clients feel relief in their first session.

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