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Acupuncture

Experience this holistic, ancient form of Chinese medicine designed to balance your energy (chi) and help stimulate your body’s natural healing abilities.

Acupuncture originated in China more than 2,000 years ago, making it one of the oldest and most commonly used medical procedures in the world.

It is a recognized alternative modality effective at addressing musculoskeletal pain, arthritis, migraines, tension headaches, asthma, tendonitis and fatigue, and as an aid in preventing illness and promoting longevity.

Your first appointment will last about 1 hour. It will include a general health history, a Chinese physical exam, and a discussion about your understanding of how your body works. During this initial visit, needle treatment may or may not be performed. Subsequent visits will last from 30-40 minutes.

  

To learn more about our acupuncturists, simply click the name below to see a detailed description.

Emily Hatt - LAc., Dipl OM

Emily received a Masters of Oriental Medicine by the International Institute of Chinese Medicine, achieved a certification in Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and is currently a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Virginia. Her certification approves Emily to perform both acupuncture and Chinese herbology in Virginia. Emily is also certified in Kinesio Tape techniques, used by Olympic athletes to promote healing of musculoskeletal injuries.

Emily has been practicing at United Wellness since 2003, during which time she has helped many people overcome conditions including, but not limited to, allergies, infertility, pain management and insomnia. Emily provides her acupuncture services to the athletes of DC United Major League Soccer team.

In 2006, Emily was nominated for Small Business of the Year by the Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce (DRCC). She currently is Chair of the DRCC membership committee.

Virginia D. Mitchell - M.Ac., L.Ac., Dip'l Ac. (NCCAOM)

Recently listed in Northern Virginia Magazine as the Best Acupuncturist in 2008, Virginia Mitchell knows first hand of its healing power. In fact, experiencing acupuncture is what led her to change her career. She received her Master of Acupuncture degree from the Traditional Acupuncture Institute in Columbia, Maryland in 1994. Ms. Mitchell is board certified in acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).

She is a current member and former president of the Acupuncture Society of Virginia (1996-98). In addition to her background in acupuncture, Ms. Mitchell is a trained massage therapist focusing on acupressure and zero balancing. Complementing her body-mind studies, Ms. Mitchell completed a two-year program in spiritual direction through the Shalem Institute in Washington, DC, in 1989.

Her goal is to help each client be an active participant in their own healing and transformation.

 

To learn more about either treatment below, simply click the item to see a detailed description.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Herbal Medicine is the world’s oldest continuously practiced form of herbal medicine. It utilizes potent healing formulas to treat arthritis, fatigue, high cholesterol, menopause, PMS, migraines, asthma, stress and many more health conditions. After a traditional evaluation that includes pulse and tongue diagnosis, a specialist in Chinese medicine will give you herbal, dietary and lifestyle recommendations.

Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation

A holistic alternative approach to plastic surgery, botox injections, or laser therapy, this Anti-Aging Acupuncture procedure promotes circulation and enhances collagen and elastin production to reduce wrinkles, sagginess and droopy eyelids.
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