Cherry Blossom Healing Arts

03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

We wanted to take a moment to share some statistics that illustrate why taking women’s health concerns seriously matters.

♀️ 10-20% of women in the US of reproductive age suffer from endometriosis

♀️ The average time to diagnosis is between 4 and 12 years, meaning many women spend nearly a decade being told their pain is normal before receiving answers.

♀️ 25.4% of women in the US live with chronic pain

♀️ 72% of women report having experienced medical gaslighting — meaning their symptoms were dismissed, downplayed, or not believed by a healthcare provider.

♀️ The consequences are serious and well-documented. 58% of patients whose concerns were dismissed said their symptoms worsened as a result, and 28% said they experienced a health emergency because their provider failed to respond appropriately.

This is a big part of why so many women find their way to integrative care. When conventional medicine has failed to listen, validate, or treat them effectively, they come looking for providers who will. At Cherry Blossom, being heard is where every treatment begins.

03/04/2026

Happy Women’s History Month! 💪♀️🌸

At Cherry Blossom Healing Arts a large portion of our patient base comes in to address women’s health concerns. No two women are exactly the same, but every woman deserves to have excellent healthcare providers—who understand her needs and concerns. Whatever health concern you’re facing, you deserve to be heard, and you deserve to feel better. Our acupuncturists take a caring, supportive, holistic approach to women’s health.

Visit our website to learn more about our approach to care and our wonderful team of acupuncturists. Link in bio 🔗

02/17/2026

恭喜发财
gōng xǐ fā cái
Wishing you a prosperous new year!
🔥🐴 🏮

02/16/2026

In TCM, foods are categorized by flavor, temperature, and function, not just nutrients alone.

1. Protein is considered sweet/salty, warming to neutral in temperature. It builds Qi, Blood, and Yang.

2. Fruits and vegetables are more cooling in nature. They nourish Yin and help with elimination.

3. Dairy is sweet, cooling and moistening, but could weaken digestion if too much is consumed.

4. Beans, legumes, and grains are sweet and neutral in flavor. They help to nourish and build Qi. They are the digestive foundation and support the Spleen and Stomach which help your body digest everything.

5. Spices are aromatic and help to balance the five flavors because spices can be cooling or warming. They also can be all five flavors – pungent/spicy, sweet, bitter, salty, or sour. ✍️ Dr. Elyse Rohrer-Budiash
You can learn more about eating well according to TCM by reading one of our latest blog posts:

How Traditional Chinese Medicine views food as medicine. Discover how to build a balanced plate based on flavor, temperature, and seasonality

02/04/2026

"From the opening appointment process to the last staff member who wished me a good day at the end of my session, every part of my experience with Cherry Blossom Healing Arts was professional, and provided a relaxing, healing experience" - Patient Testimonial

01/08/2026

Cupping Therapy: More Than Muscle Relief

Cupping has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support the body’s natural healing ability.

Clears & Supports the Lungs
• Helps loosen phlegm
• Improves circulation in the chest & upper back
• Supports easier, deeper breathing

Boosts Immune Function
• Encourages lymphatic drainage
• Helps the body release toxins
• Strengthens the body’s defensive response

Reduces Inflammation
• Improves blood flow to inflamed tissues
• Helps calm chronic tension & pain
• Supports faster recovery

Perfect during seasonal changes, after illness, or when your body feels run-down.

12/17/2025

This holiday season, the best gift you can give us is a Google Review

12/12/2025

🌨️ ☃️❄️ TCM Tips for Cold Weather ❄️ 🌨️☃️

As temperatures continue to dip, incorporating Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles into your daily routine can significantly enhance your overall well-being and balance. Here are some practical tips derived from TCM, designed to help you stay healthy and comfortable.

Food Therapy
🧅 Embrace warm and cooked foods like ginger, garlic, cinnamon, onions, and vegetables to nurture your body.
🍲 Opt for soups and stews to nourish Qi, enhance circulation, and maintain internal warmth.
☕ In winter, limit cold drinks and raw salads to keep your body comfortable and balanced.

Clothing
🧣 Dress Warm: covering the neck, lower back, knee, ankle, and feet. Those areas more often experience pain in the wintertime.

Exercise
🧘 Promote Blood Circulation through activities like walking, yoga, tai chi, or qi gong.

12/03/2025

With the new year just around the corner, we’ve got a bit of end-of-year housekeeping to attend to. If you know that you will be changing insurance plans in the new year, please fill out a benefit check form on our website with your updated insurance information so we can let you know your benefits for the upcoming year. Unfortunately, we will not be able to check your benefits until your plan becomes active, but we will let you know your new benefits as soon as we can!
#2026

11/26/2025

“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” - Lao Tzu

11/12/2025

✨ Give the Gift of Light ✨

Our Blossom Boutique is now fully restocked with our very own, natural, clean-burning, deliciously-smelling candles! 🕯️ Thank you ! The candles are made with love using the highest quality ingredients and come in three scents curated by our team.

Self-Care (palo santo) 🥢
Rest (lavender tea) 🪻
Blossom (red currant) 🌸

Pick some up for yourself and your loved ones on your next visit. ☺️🕯️💕

11/04/2025

Today we are celebrating 12 years of acupuncture, custom herbal medicine, cupping, gua sha, moxibustion and more in Washington, DC!

Thank you so much to our amazing team of acupuncturists/herbalists and administrators who take amazing care of our awesome patients. Also, thank you so much to all of our wonderful patients for your continued support of this small, woman-owned business. You are the best!

Here’s to the next 12 years!



📷