Dr. Sarah Faggert Alemi, DAc, LAc

05/21/2026

"Excellent experience at Eastern Roots Wellness! Dr Sarah is so kind and helpful. The acupuncture has been helping my foot issues. It’s so relaxing too." says Sharon on Google

★★★★★ Excellent experience at Eastern Roots Wellness! Dr Sarah is so kind and helpful. The acupuncture has been helping my foot issues. It’s so relaxing too.

05/19/2026

Feeling like ADHD symptoms are getting louder? Our new blog explores how acupuncture can help adults in McLean, Arlington, and Northern Virginia manage focus, stress, and daily overwhelm. Read practical insights and real-world approaches to complementary care for ADHD. https://wix.to/6Xy0iv1

05/18/2026

Feeling drained instead of energized as summer approaches? Our new blog explains why acupuncture before the season shift can reset your energy, ease tension, and improve sleep — just in time for summer fun. Read more: https://wix.to/ZtWkkwd

As we move into summer here in Arlington, a lot of people expect to feel refreshed and energized.But honestly, many people are entering summer completely exhausted.After months of work stress, packed schedules, commuting, school events, sports, graduations, and poor sleep, the body often reaches sum...

05/11/2026

Navigating the transition from perimenopause into menopause is more than just stopping periods — it's a major hormonal, neurological, metabolic, and emotional shift. Discover how acupuncture and holistic care in McLean can support this transition, ease symptoms, and restore balance. Read our latest blog to learn more and find compassionate, evidence-informed care. https://wix.to/yfRH4vH

Supporting Women Through One of Life’s Most Important Hormonal ShiftsMany women are familiar with the term perimenopause now — the years leading up to menopause when hormones begin fluctuating and cycles become less predictable. But what is talked about far less is the next transition: the shift...

05/09/2026

Struggling with irregular periods or hormonal imbalances? Discover how acupuncture can support natural hormone regulation, improve ovulation, balance estrogen and progesterone, and enhance menstrual health. Read our latest blog to learn practical benefits and what to expect from treatment in Arlington, VA. https://wix.to/2I4qcug

For many women, having a “regular period” means getting a cycle every month. But true menstrual health is about much more than timing alone. A healthy menstrual cycle reflects healthy hormonal communication throughout the entire body — including ovulation, balanced estrogen and progesterone le...

05/05/2026

Trying to conceive in McLean, Arlington, or Alexandria? Fertility acupuncture can support hormone balance, reduce stress, and improve outcomes for both natural conception and IVF/IUI journeys. Learn how personalized treatment can fit with your fertility plan and local clinic care. Read more: https://wix.to/jEhKQ5W

Trying to conceive in McLean, Arlington, or Alexandria, VA often comes with unique challenges—high stress, demanding careers, and a growing reliance on fertility treatments like IUI and IVF.Fertility acupuncture offers a supportive, whole-body approach that helps regulate hormones, reduce stress, ...

04/29/2026

I hope you’re all doing well! I wanted to share a quick reminder that starting next week, we’ll be transitioning to a new clinic schedule:

* Mondays: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

* Tuesdays: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM

* Fridays: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

* Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

We’ll also be capping the number of appointments available each day (at least temporarily).

This does mean **fewer total appointments overall**, so if you know you’d like to continue care, I highly recommend **booking your upcoming visits in advance** to secure your preferred times.

That said, we do have a few last-minute openings this week:
**Thursday (4/30):** 4:30 PM (acupuncture only)
**Friday (5/1):** 11:15 AM, 12:00 PM, or 12:30 PM (acupuncture only)
**Friday (5/1):** 11:30 AM or 11:45 AM (cosmetic acupuncture or Tui Na)

If you’d like to grab one of these spots, just send us an email at info@easternrootswellness.com and we’ll get you scheduled. We’re currently without front desk support, so email is the best way to reach us right now.

Thank you as always for your understanding and for being part of the practice—I truly appreciate it and look forward to continuing to support you.

Best,
Dr. Sarah
info@easternrootswellness.com
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04/14/2026

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share a few important updates to the clinic schedule and booking policies as we continue refining what works best for both patients and a single-practitioner practice.

**Starting next week:**

Appointments will be scheduled every **30 minutes** (unless you already have a standing appointment, which will remain unchanged).

This adjustment allows a bit more flexibility for late arrivals and helps create a smoother, less rushed experience overall - for both the patient and the practitioner!

Because this change also reduces the total number of patients I’m able to see each day, the **late cancellation policy will now be more strictly enforced**.

In the past, I’ve often been able to waive the fee if you rescheduled within the same week—but moving forward, that will no longer be possible due to the more limited schedule. I also encourage you to be careful about booking around travel and other appointments; always give yourself a buffer between as we know the traffic, etc. in this area can be unpredictable!

**Updated clinic days & hours (starting in May):**

* **Mondays & Tuesdays:** 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
* **Fridays:** 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
* **Saturdays:** 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
* **Thursdays:** No longer open

As many of you know, I’ve been working to find the most sustainable schedule that supports both patient care and the realities of a solo practice.

Unlike larger, multi-practitioner clinics, we don’t have the ability to run high-volume days—so this structure helps ensure consistent, quality care for everyone.

**A couple important notes:**

* All **standing appointments will remain as they are**.

* With fewer available spots, I strongly encourage you to **book appointments in advance** to maintain consistency in your care.

**Next week’s availability is especially limited:**
* This week is currently **fully booked** with the exception of 2, potentially 3, acupuncture only appointments Friday morning.

* **Monday (next week)** is nearly full

* **Tuesday** has very limited availability

* **Saturday is closed**

If you’ve been meaning to schedule, now is a great time to secure your upcoming visits.

As always, I truly appreciate your understanding and continued support—it allows me to provide the best care possible while maintaining a sustainable practice.

Please reach out if you have any questions or need help with scheduling.

Best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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04/08/2026

Feeling off lately—more tired, anxious, or struggling with sleep? Perimenopause can bring brain fog and hormonal shifts, but acupuncture may help restore balance. Read our latest post to learn how acupuncture supports sleep, mood, and cognitive clarity for women in McLean, VA. https://wix.to/ojVxTtE

If you’ve been feeling “off” lately—more tired, more anxious, not sleeping well, or noticing changes in your cycle—you’re not alone. Many women in their late 30s to early 50s in McLean and the surrounding Northern Virginia area are navigating perimenopause, often without clear answers or...

04/05/2026

"Dr. Alemi is 100% patient-focused. She takes the time to listen fully. I really appreciate her awareness for your conditions and concerns, and how she supports you with needed, integrated treatments — acupuncture, needling, cupping and herbal supplements. She also suggests supporting vitamins and teas. I have been a patient of hers for over 5 years and she is among my top 5 practitioners that cares for me. I see her.." says Eileen on Google

★★★★★ Dr. Alemi is 100% patient-focused. She takes the time to listen fully. I really appreciate her awareness for your conditions and concerns, and how she supports you with needed, integrated treatments — acupuncture, needling, cupping and herbal supplements. She also suggests supporti...

03/31/2026

If March had a personality, for this year, she’d be… theatrical.

Sunshine one day, sideways rain the next, a little snow for flair—and just enough warmth to make you question everything. All four seasons, one very dramatic month.

And if you’ve been feeling a little “back and forth” yourself, you’re not alone.

Between the seasonal shifts and the unique pace (and pressure) of life around the nation’s capital, it’s completely normal to notice changes in your mood, sleep, energy, or even heightened allergy sensitivity. Your body is adapting in real time—even if it feels a bit like whiplash.

The good news? There’s a reason for it—and support can make a real difference.

Acupuncture is a wonderful way to help regulate those internal ups and downs, supporting better sleep, steadier mood, and relief from seasonal symptoms.

A quick scheduling note for those of you in town:

I have a few acupuncture-only appointments available this Thursday and Saturday while Friday is fully booked.

For Thursday we have 11:15, 11:45, 12:30, 2:30 *needs to be booked via front desk * and 3:00
Saturday we have 10 OR 10:30, 1:15

Looking ahead:
Monday is limited; we only have availability up until 3.

Only one spot remains for Tuesday, April 7th at 11:30.

Looks like the latest appointment for next week is a 4:15pm for acupuncture-only on Thursday, April 9th.

No availability this coming Saturday or next Monday (April 11th and 14th, respectively).

If you’ve been thinking about coming in, now’s a great time to reset and recalibrate.

You can book your acupuncture or acupuncture + cupping session today—I’d love to help you feel a bit more like yourself again (no matter what March—or April—decides to do next).

All the best,
Dr. Sarah
703-848-1980
info@easternrootswellness.com
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