Dr. Sarah Faggert Alemi, DAc, LAc

Dr. Sarah Faggert Alemi, DAc, LAc Dr. Sarah Alemi, DAc, LAc, is practicing in the Northern Virginia area at Eastern Roots Wellness One of the main modalities used is that of acupuncture.

Eastern Roots Wellness is a Chinese medicine practice that provides individualized and holistic medical services to help with a variety of conditions. Manual acupuncture, electroacupuncture, myofascial release, 5 Element, and pain management needling are all styles of acupuncture practiced at Eastern Roots Wellness. Other services offered include cupping, gua sha and/or scraping, Tui Na massage, herbs, cosmetic or facial acupuncture, gua sha facials and virtual consults. We do work with various insurance companies and are in-network with a few. HSA and FSA are accepted at our clinic.

Happy Labor Day! 🎉 Today we celebrate rest, hard work, and community. At the same time, this holiday also signals an imp...
09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! 🎉

Today we celebrate rest, hard work, and community.

At the same time, this holiday also signals an important shift—our move from summer’s long, hot, humid days into fall’s cooler, drier (and sometimes damp) season.

This seasonal transition can bring changes in your health:
* More fatigue as school/work routines demand energy
* Allergies or congestion as air becomes drier
* Muscle tension and stiffness as cooler weather sets in
* A need to boost immunity before cold & flu season

🍂 **This is the perfect time for acupuncture**—to strengthen your body’s resilience, ease stress, and smooth the shift from summer into fall. Consistent treatments now can make a big difference in how you feel through the busy months ahead.

✨ **Appointment Update:**

* Yes, we ARE open today and have one slot available at 3:30 PM
* Only **ONE spot left tomorrow at 8:00 AM**
* After 8am tomorrow, 0 slots are available until Friday afternoon...
* Friday and Saturday are already filling quickly—just a few openings remain

If you’ve been thinking about getting back on track with treatments, now’s the moment!
👉 [Book Your Session Here (https://acusimple.com/access/7971/ #/appointments/) ]

Wishing you a joyful Labor Day and a balanced start to fall,
Dr. Sarah
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703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com

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If you're looking to get in before Labor Day, please be aware that there are only 9 slots left available for returning a...
08/21/2025

If you're looking to get in before Labor Day, please be aware that there are only 9 slots left available for returning acupuncture patients between now and then.

Here are the times still available:

Tomorrow, Friday, August 22nd: 8:30, 9:00, 9:15, 10:45 and 11:45

Friday, August 29th: 9:00 and 3:15

Saturday, August 30th: 8:00 and 9:30

If you are thinking you might need an appointment, I highly encourage you to schedule yourself TODAY.

Please note that the later appointments available tomorrow will need to be scheduled through the front desk (703-848-1980).

Availability is limited as the clinic will be closed from Saturday, August 23rd through Thursday, August 28th.

Only a few spots remain available the Friday and Saturday we are back in office.

On a brighter note!:

🌿 I’m thrilled to share something new with you — my in-clinic and online crystal shop is now open

I’ve always loved the way crystals can support healing and intention, whether through their colors, shapes, or the natural beauty of the materials themselves. Now, you’ll be able to explore a curated collection that I’ve handpicked — everything from soothing blues and grounding earth tones to unique carvings, spheres, and natural formations.

You can browse in person after your session or online anytime (stoneandwhimsy.etsy.com (http://www.stoneandwhimsy.etsy.com) ). Please note that if you do see something online (which houses some of my more whimsical pieces), to let us know as we can offer better prices for in-store purchases!

It’s a chance to bring a little piece of crystal energy home with you.

As always, please reach out with any questions! - with the gentle reminder that I will be out and on vacation next week :)

Best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
easternrootswellness.com

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Just a quick reminder that the office will be closed starting this Saturday, August 23rd through Thursday, August 28th.👉...
08/17/2025

Just a quick reminder that the office will be closed starting this Saturday, August 23rd through Thursday, August 28th.

👉 That means if you’re hoping to get in before September, this coming week is the time!

Here’s what availability looks like:

Tomorrow, Monday Aug 18th: Openings between 11:30 AM – 3 PM (great for returning or new acupuncture patients, plus one Cosmetic Acupuncture spot)

Tuesday, Aug 19th: Pretty good availability

Thursday & Friday, Aug 21–22: Slightly more limited availability

For when we return:

Friday, Aug 29th: Only 12:30, 3:15, 3:45, 4 PM left

Saturday, Aug 30th: Only 8 AM & 9:30 AM left

Looking into September:

We are open Labor Day weekend.

That week, we’ll be closed Wednesday as usual and we will also be closed that Thursday, September 4th with only limited availability on Friday, September 5th.

⚡ In short: if you’re considering an appointment, this week is the best window until September.

Reply to this email or click below to grab a spot before they’re gone:
[Book Your Appointment Here (https://acusimple.com/access/7971/ #/appointments/) ]

Looking forward to seeing you soon,
Warmly,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com

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"Very attentive, Dr Sarah is in charge. Nice clear explanations of techniques and goals. Good for a relative newbie l...
08/16/2025

"Very attentive, Dr Sarah is in charge. Nice clear explanations of techniques and goals. Good for a relative newbie like me. Very clean office." says Doug on Google

★★★★★ Very attentive, Dr Sarah is in charge. Nice clear explanations of techniques and goals. Good for a relative newbie like me. Very clean office.

Quick follow-up from Monday — I noticed we had no more openings this week, so I moved some things around and we now have...
08/12/2025

Quick follow-up from Monday — I noticed we had no more openings this week, so I moved some things around and we now have two spots open this Thursday at 1:15 PM and 1:30 PM.

After that, there’s:

Monday: Only 3:45 PM open

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: More availability

Saturday, Aug 23 – Friday, Aug 29: Clinic closed

Friday, Aug 29 & Saturday, Aug 30: Only a few spots left — please book ahead for the next few weeks if you know your schedule!

On the allergy front...

A few patients have had flare-ups lately, likely due to the recent humidity shifts and late-summer pollen.

Here are a few things you can try at home:

Saline nasal rinse once or twice daily to clear allergens

HEPA filter in the bedroom to keep nighttime symptoms down

Local honey (if not allergic to bee products) for gentle pollen desensitization

Warm ginger tea to help move lingering dampness/congestion

Avoid dairy if congestion is heavy — it can thicken mucus

If your allergies are acting up, acupuncture can help calm the immune response and ease sinus pressure — so feel free to grab one of those open slots before they’re gone.

See you soon,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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"super clean v effective" says Nuevasreinas on Google
08/11/2025

"super clean v effective" says Nuevasreinas on Google

★★★★★ super clean v effective

As we welcome the weekend, a quick reminder of upcoming availability:Next week (08/11-08/16):We have limited availabilit...
08/09/2025

As we welcome the weekend, a quick reminder of upcoming availability:

Next week (08/11-08/16):

We have limited availability left for appointments next week. Our early morning slots are currently filled while Tuesday, Thursday and Friday are completely booked.

However, we do have a few late morning slots available for Monday, August 11th (i.e. 10:30 and 10:45) as well as a 2:15 available.

For Saturday, August 16th, we do have a number of appointments available from 10:30 up to 1:00pm.

Please know that next Saturday, August 16th is the next available Saturday UNTIL Saturday, August 30th.

For the week of August 18th, we do still have a good amount of availability each day EXCEPT for Saturday, August 23rd - as that will be the start of vacation for Dr. Sarah.

Again, this coming week has very limited availability. Please call the office shortly if you'd like to grab one of the few remaining slots.

And, if those times do not work for you, no worries as the week after next is pretty open.

Finally, going back to the clinic closure for Dr. Sarah's vacation, the clinic will be closed Saturday, August 23rd through Thursday, August 28th.

We will be open again on Friday, August 29th will normal office hours.

Questions or concerns?

Never hesitate to reach out to us!

Best,
Eastern Roots Wellness
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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For my early birds, if you are looking to schedule an early morning appointment, please note that tomorrow (Friday, Augu...
08/07/2025

For my early birds, if you are looking to schedule an early morning appointment, please note that tomorrow (Friday, August 8th) and this Saturday, August 9th are the only two days this week AND next that we have available for 8am.

The next time available during the 8:00am hour will not be until NEXT Saturday, August 16th at 8:15am.

Again, we do not currently have any early morning appointments available next week.

Our next 8:15am outside of this week will be Tuesday, August 19th and then we do have 8:00am available on Friday, August 22nd.

If you like to start your days with a health and mood-boosting acupuncture appointment, make sure to grab the spots we have available this week as well as going ahead and scheduling a few weeks out in order to make sure you are able to get a time that best suits your schedule!

Best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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"Dr Sarah is a great listener. Always open to hearing about my experience and adjusts the treatments accordingly. I’m ve...
08/06/2025

"Dr Sarah is a great listener. Always open to hearing about my experience and adjusts the treatments accordingly. I’m very lucky to have found her." says Anu on Google

★★★★★ Dr Sarah is a great listener. Always open to hearing about my experience and adjusts the treatments accordingly. I’m very lucky to have found her.

As we start to move from the heat of summer toward the cooler, crisper days of early fall, our bodies and minds begin ad...
08/04/2025

As we start to move from the heat of summer toward the cooler, crisper days of early fall, our bodies and minds begin adjusting—even if we’re not always aware of it. This seasonal shift can bring about subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) changes in how we feel.

You might notice:
✅ Increased fatigue or sluggishness
✅ Seasonal allergies or sinus pressure
✅ Trouble sleeping or staying asleep
✅ A rise in colds, flus, or digestive upset
✅ Feeling scattered, anxious, or more emotionally reactive

These shifts are normal—but they don’t have to throw you off balance.

This is a powerful time to check in with both your physical and mental health. While summer is not yet at an end, but before the 'fall transition' begins. Acupuncture helps regulate your immune system, smooth out emotional transitions, and strengthen your resilience so that your body doesn’t get stuck in “catch up” mode as the weather changes and routines shift.

Whether you’re looking to stay healthy, prevent burnout, or avoid those fall bugs, a seasonal tune-up could make all the difference.

🍁 Now is a great time to get on the schedule. Let’s help your body transition with ease—so you can step into fall grounded, calm, and clear.

And because we are in the lazy days of summer, I am opening up the schedule to Tui Na sessions for current or returning patients. A great way to de-stress and help your body keep circulating the way it should!

Click here (https://acusimple.com/access/7971/ #/appointments/) to book your next session.

Wishing you warmth (but not too much!) and balance,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com

P.S. We do still have appointment availability this week for Thursday afternoon, Friday, and then Saturday morning.

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Hi everyone! Just a quick note as we head into the end of July:📅 Looking to get in soon?I do some have early morning spo...
07/24/2025

Hi everyone! Just a quick note as we head into the end of July:

📅 Looking to get in soon?

I do some have early morning spots available tomorrow (Friday) and this Saturday.

After that, the next morning appointments (10 AM or earlier) won't be available until Monday, August 5 — so if mornings work best for you, now's the time to grab one!

⚠️ Clinic Closure Notice:

Please note the clinic will be closed from Thursday, July 31 through Saturday, August 2 for a short summer break.

🌼 I will have a few mid-afternoon acupuncture appointments open on Wednesday, July 30 for anyone needing care before the long weekend.

Stay well, stay cool — and I hope to see you soon! ☀️🪷

Best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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Good Saturday morning!I just wanted to share the upcoming schedule for the rest of the summer so that you can plan accor...
07/19/2025

Good Saturday morning!

I just wanted to share the upcoming schedule for the rest of the summer so that you can plan accordingly.

Before I do that, though, I want to give profuse thanks to the support I received the other week due to the death in my family as well as understanding regarding my need to shift the clinic schedule around.

So, many, many thanks. I truly am grateful to have such wonderful humans trust me as their practitioner!

Now on from the mushy stuff ;)

Here are dates that the clinic will be CLOSED for the rest of the summer:

Next Week: Tuesday, July 22nd

*** If you are looking for morning appointments for next week, we only have Friday and Saturday morning appointments left open at the moment ***

Week of 07/28: We will be closed that Wednesday, July 30th (as usual) as well as that Thursday through Saturday, August 2nd.

Week of 8/4: Open as usual.

Week of 8/11: We will be closed that Thursday, August 14th.

Week of 8/18: We will be closed that Saturday, August 23rd through Thursday, August 28th. Again, we will be closed for five days over the course of those two weeks.

We will be open Labor Day weekend.

And a reminder that the clinic is closed on Wednesdays.

Any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
easternrootswellness.com (http://www.easternrootswellness.com)

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Address

1497 Chain Bridge Rd Suite 103
McLean, VA
22101

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7:30pm
Friday 8am - 7:30pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+5713546643

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